How Much is Spectrum Internet

Spectrum Internet plans start at $50/mo for the first 12 months. Read on for the full price list, speeds, and internet alternatives.

Spectrum Internet offers robust performance for streaming, remote work, and large households. However, its reputation for high prices leaves many hesitant.

So, how much does it cost to get Spectrum's lightning-fast internet? In this guide, dissect its pricing plans and check out some budget-friendly alternatives.

Plans and add-on prices

Spectrum has 2 standard service offerings. Here are the prices:

You get one free modem with any plan but must pay $7 for renting a router.

Plan Speeds

Here are the speeds you get with each internet plan:

Potential charges on your bill

These are some of the things you might see on your bill:

• Plan: $50 to $70/mo for the first 12 months
  Spectrum offers three internet plan options. Prices may vary depending on your location.

• Wi-Fi service: $7/mo
  You get one free modem with any plan. But you'll pay $7/mo if you choose to rent Spectrum's WiFi router. However, you can skip the fee by using your compatible router.

• Installation fee: $30 to $65
  Even if you self-install, you'll still pay $30 to activate Spectrum's internet service. The cost bumps up to $65 if you prefer a professional installation.

• Government/non-government fees
  These are state and local taxes, which vary by location.

Best Speed for Me?

If you're not sure what speed you should buy, here's a quick guide:

• 500 Mbps
  500 Mbps is ideal for households with more than 20 members. You can:
  • Stream movies in 4K on multiple devices simultaneously
    
  • Join video conferences with more than 100 people on the call
    
  • Play online games on multiple devices at once
    
  • Stream and download movies simultaneously without issues

• 1 Gbps
  Choose this speed if over 50 people are using the internet simultaneously. You can do everything previously mentioned, all at the same time, with no problems.

Spectrum Internet Features

These are the features you get for choosing Spectrum:

• No term contract
  Don't worry about early termination fees. Spectrum doesn't require you to sign a term contract.

• No data caps
  Spectrum offers unlimited data with your internet plan, so you don't need to worry about paying for excess data usage.

• Offers speed up to 1 Gbps
  Spectrum's highest plan, Internet Gig, can accommodate simultaneous internet use without buffering issues.

• Affordable promo rates
  Spectrum offers budget-friendly promo rates that are comparable to those of many competitors. But remember that after the promo period, the standard prices are pretty expensive.

How to Purchase a Spectrum Internet Plan

Here's how to buy a Spectrum plan:

1. Go to Spectrum's website.
   
2. Input your address, then click "Check Availability."
   
3. Select a plan plus any additional routers/modems you want, then click "Checkout."
   
4. Input your contact and billing information.
   
5. Select how you want to get your installation kit (delivered or pick-up).
   
6. Submit your order. Your total bill will be sent to your email.
   
7. Call 855-436-5187 and pay using a credit or debit card.

Spectrum Internet Alternatives

If Spectrum is a little too pricey or doesn't have the features or speeds you want, check out other providers like Xfinity, Optimum, and Frontier:

Bottom Line

Starting at $80/mo ($50/mo for first 12 months), Spectrum has one of the most expensive internet plans available. If you look at other providers, you can get faster speeds for less.

However, the premium price may be worth it as you won't have to worry about data caps. And according to reviews, Spectrum Internet's reliability looks great too.

So if you value reliability and unlimited data, $80/mo may not be so bad.