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Comcast Xfinity is the nation's largest cable internet service provider, but does that automatically make it the best? I was impressed by the variety of internet speed plans offered, but my eyes started to glaze over as I dug into the details.
With Xfinity, some plans require you to sign a one-year contract, others require a two-year commitment and some require no contract at all. Beyond that, you'll need to contend with a data cap each month, and you can expect the price of your plan to increase over time, Recreators sometimes to almost double the initial charge.
Like
- Good variety of plans
- Some of the fastest residential plans available
- Above average scores in almost all customer satisfaction metrics
Don't Like
- Data caps for all plans
- Contracts required to get the lowest price
- Steep jump from promo price to regular rates
Headaches like that are par for the course with ISPs, and they can make it difficult to tell if you're getting a good deal on your home's internet connection. Still, Xfinity is available to more than one-third of the country, and it's the fastest option available for many in that footprint. It's worth understanding what you might get, especially if you feel the need for speed and fiber isn't an option for your area or address.
Xfinity Internet Plans: What to expect based on region
Depending on where you live, Xfinity offers up to seven different internet plans, and if you want the best price, you'll have to shackle yourself to a contract. Also, please note that all prices in the charts reflect the automatic payment option. Otherwise, you'll need to add $10 a month if you choose to forgo the paperless billing discount.