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Plans starting at $24.99/mo.
* for 12 or 24 mos.
Rent-free modem
No data caps
Monthly WiFi access fee
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Top Spectrum Internet plans
Best for Budgets
Spectrum Internet®
$39.99–$49.99/mo. for 12 mos.*
Up to 300Mbps‡
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Best for Large Homes
Spectrum Internet® Ultra
$49.99–$69.99/mo. for 24 mos.†
Up to 500Mbps‡
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Best for Speed
Spectrum Internet® Gig
$59.99–$79.99/mo. for 24 mos.†
Up to 1,000Mbps‡
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Best Spectrum Internet deals
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All Spectrum Internet plans and pricing
| Package | Price | Speed | Type | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Internet® Assist | $24.99/mo.* | Up to 50Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | View Spectrum Plan |
| Spectrum Internet® 100 | $29.99/mo.* | Up to 100Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | View Spectrum Plan |
| Spectrum Internet® | $39.99–$49.99/mo.† for 12 mos. | Up to 300Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable, fiber | View Spectrum Plan |
| Spectrum Internet® Ultra | $49.99–$69.99/mo.‡ for 24 mos. | Up to 500Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable, fiber | View Spectrum Plan |
| Spectrum Internet® Gig | $59.99–$79.99/mo.‡ for 24 mos. | Up to 1,000Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable, fiber | View Spectrum Plan |
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Jump to: Availability | Speed | Bundles | Spectrum vs. the competition
See other articles we’ve written about Spectrum Internet:
- Spectrum Internet Review
- Xfinity vs. Spectrum
- Your Guide to Spectrum Intstallation
Spectrum Internet availability
Spectrum provides cable internet in 45 states. Most of its coverage lies within the Eastern and Central time zones and along the West Coast. Spectrum has some fiber-to-the-premises internet too, but only in new neighborhoods and rural areas, so availability is limited. You won’t know which internet type you can get until you speak with a Spectrum representative.
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Spectrum Internet speeds
According to data from our speed tests taken between January 9, 2022, to January 9, 2023, Spectrum has one of the lowest download averages of all the national internet providers. Spectrum falls behind cable internet rivals Xfinity (157.13Mbps), Cox (154.73Mbps), and Optimum (143.31Mbps).
Keep in mind that, generally, people run speed tests because they notice slowdowns with their connections. The averages you see here could reflect issues with WiFi, the modem, or something else outside the home. Some customers may still have 100Mbps and 200Mbps max speeds due to the local infrastructure.
Average download speed: 139.34Mbps
Average upload speed: 68.11Mbps
Total speed tests: 630,702
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Spectrum Internet and TV bundles
Best overall
Spectrum Internet® + TV Select Plus
Price: $124.98/mo.* for 12 mos.
Channels: 160+
Speed: Up to 300Mbps (wireless speeds may vary)
Best for budgets
Spectrum Internet® + Spectrum TV Stream
Price: $89.98/mo.* for 12 mos.
Channels: 80+
Speed: Up to 300Mbps (wireless speeds may vary)
Best for everything internet + TV
Spectrum Internet® Gig + TV Select Plus + Entertainment View
Price: $169.98/mo.* for 12 mos.
Channels: 160+
Speed: Up to 1,000Mbps (wireless speeds may vary)
* Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any
services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
Spectrum doesn’t bundle internet with TV for one low monthly price. Instead, you can pair one of its three internet plans with TV Select, TV Select Plus, or Mi Plan Latino (see channel lineup). Each internet plan and TV service has discounted pricing for the first 12 or 24 months.
Spectrum TV Stream and TV Stream Latino are two other “lite” TV services that complement the Xumo Steam Box. You don’t necessarily need the Xumo to stream any Spectrum TV service, as they can be viewed through the Spectrum TV app or a web browser.
However, Spectrum does bundle internet with Spectrum Mobile. All three internet plans include one Spectrum Mobile line and Spectrum Advanced WiFi for one low price during the first 12 months.
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Why choose Spectrum for internet service?
Choose Spectrum’s cable internet if you don’t have access to fiber and want faster speeds than DSL. Spectrum streamlines your choices and throws in a rent-free modem, gateway, or SONU to boot. Spectrum also offers fiber-to-the-home service, but it’s only available in new neighborhoods other fiber providers haven’t claimed (like AT&T). However, for now, Spectrum’s Gig fiber plan is 500Mbps or 1,000Mbps in upload speed, depending on where you live.
Pros
- Rent-free modem, gateway, or SONU
- No data caps
- No contracts
Cons
- WiFi and WiFi Pod fees
- Limited fiber availability
- Price hikes after 12 or 24 months
How Spectrum compares to the competition
Spectrum’s biggest competitors are AT&T, Verizon, and Frontier, which all provide fiber and DSL internet in areas that overlap Spectrum’s cable internet service areas.
Spectrum’s current promotional prices are super competitive. For example, when we look at the gigabit plans, Spectrum can be cheaper than AT&T, Frontier, and Verizon, depending on where you live. The 500Mbps pricing is pretty competitive, too, although Frontier has them all beat with a $45 monthly charge.
The big callout here is that Spectrum raises your rate after 12 or 24 months—the competition doesn’t. So, while Spectrum’s gigabit plan starts off rather cheap, you end up paying around $115 after the second year, which is up to $45 more per month than the competition. Ouch.
| Provider | Price range | Speed range | Customer rating* | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $24.99–$79.99/mo.† for 12 or 24 mos. | 50–1,000Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | 3.7 | View Plans | |
| $55.00–$225.00/mo.‡ | 25–5,000Mbps | 3.9 | View Plans | |
 | $49.99–$119.99/mo.§ | 300–2,300Mbps | 3.9 | View Plans |
| $44.99–$129.99/mo.|| w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill | 500–5,000Mbps | 3.5 | View Plans |
* Rating based on a five (5) point system used in our customer satisfaction survey. Higher is better.
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Read more about how Spectrum compares to the competition:
- Spectrum vs. Frontier
- Windstream vs. Spectrum
- CenturyLink vs. Spectrum
- Verizon vs. Spectrum
- Spectrum vs. Optimum
- Spectrum vs. Cox
- EarthLink vs. Spectrum
- Google Fiber vs. Spectrum
FAQ about Spectrum
by Kevin Parrish
Edited by Rebecca Lee Armstrong
Mar 4, 2024 Share
What internet services does Spectrum offer?
Spectrum offers mostly cable internet and some fiber-to-the-premises internet.
What are the installation fees for Spectrum Internet?
You can self-install Spectrum Internet for $24.99, which includes service activation. Professional installation is also available at $59.99 for customers who don’t have fiber or cable already installed in their homes. WiFi Pod install is an additional $49.99 fee.
Does Spectrum charge for equipment?
Spectrum supplies a modem or gateway for free. WiFi costs $5.00 per month for Spectrum Internet and Spectrum Internet Ultra customers. Spectrum also charges $3.00 for each Spectrum WiFi Pod you use.
What does “wireless speeds may vary” mean?
Spectrum uses the “wireless speeds may vary” disclaimer because WiFi fluctuates. You can see 600Mbps in one second and 550Mbps in another in just one sitting. WiFi uses radio waves, after all, so interference plays a big part in your wireless speed. A neighbor’s WiFi, nearby radar, the building’s structure, other wireless devices, the time of day, an active microwave, and software issues are just a handful of factors that can affect your WiFi speed.
You can take steps to alleviate some of the interference, but you’ll never see the more consistent speeds of a wired connection when using WiFi.
Why does Spectrum state “up to” next to its speeds?
Spectrum uses the “up to” disclaimer because speeds are never consistent. Speeds fluctuate due to internet congestion, hardware issues in the neighborhood, and other factors, so you’ll never see the maximum speed all the time.
Plus, some regions have different maximum speeds due to the local infrastructure. For example, the Internet Gig plan supports upload speeds of up to 500Mbps in some areas but only 35Mbps in others. Spectrum continues to update its local infrastructures across the US, but speeds may be slower in rural areas than speeds experienced in a nearby town.
What happened to Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks?
Charter Communications acquired Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks in 2016. Charter Communications uses the Spectrum brand for its internet, phone, and TV services.
Spectrum Internet consists of cable networks previously used by Charter Cable, Time Warner Cable, and Bright House Networks. Spectrum Mobile utilizes Charter’s cable internet infrastructure and Verizon’s 4G and 5G networks.
Customers on legacy plans from Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks must manually switch to a Spectrum Internet plan to discontinue the monthly gateway or modem lease.
Is Spectrum available in my area?
You can check if Spectrum is available in your area by entering your zip code below.
Disclaimers
Top Spectrum Internet Plans
* For 12 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra.
† For 24 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
‡ Wireless speeds may vary
All Spectrum Internet plans and pricing
* No contract required. Available in select areas only. For qualifying households only. Availability of offer is based on income eligibility. Go to Spectrum.com/internet/spectrum-internet-assist for additional details.
† For 12 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra.
‡ For 24 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
Spectrum Internet and TV bundles
* Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum TV Select Signature promotion price is $59.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr 1. Taxes, fees, and surcharges (broadcast surcharge up to $23.20/mo) extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: TV: TV equipment required; charges may apply. Channel and HD programming availability based on level of service and location. Account credentials may be required to stream some TV content online. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability.
How Spectrum compares to the competition
† Spectrum disclaimers
- For 12 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
- For 12 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra.
- No contract required. Available in select areas.
‡ AT&T disclaimers
- Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101.
- Price after $5/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount (w/in 2 bills). Plus taxes & fees. Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. One time install chrg may apply. Ltd. avail/areas. Call or go to www.fiber.att.com to see if you qualify.
- Price after $5/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount (w/in 2 bills). Plus taxes & fees. Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. Ltd. availability/areas.
§ Verizon disclaimers
- Price per month with Auto Pay & without select 5G mobile plans. Fios plan prices include taxes & fees
- Available in select areas only. Price per month with Auto Pay & without select 5G mobile plans. Fios plan prices include taxes & fees
|| Frontier disclaimers
- w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill per month for 24 mos. One-time charge on disconnect applies.
- w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 500/500 Mbps. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
- w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 1000/1000 Mbps. Location dependent. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
- w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 2000/2000 Mbps. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
- w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 5000/5000. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
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