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Cheap Internet & Cable Providers, Compared
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We list 23 providers by their tracked starting price where a usable price is available. This is a national provider directory, not a quote for your address. Compare a specific plan's speed, price conditions and contract terms before ordering.
- Providers tracked
- 23
- Lowest starting price
- $29.99/mo
Choose the kind of low-cost plan you need
Regular internet plans
Compare the exact speed tier and monthly price, then check how long any promotional rate lasts and whether equipment costs extra.
Browse providersPrepaid NOW Internet
Xfinity lists NOW 100 Mbps at $30/mo and 200 Mbps at $45/mo, with the gateway included. Eligibility is checked through the NOW portal; a regular Xfinity order does not enroll you.
Check NOW plans and eligibilityIncome-qualified assistance
Spectrum Internet Assist offers 50 Mbps at $25/mo for qualifying households. Documentation and service-area eligibility apply; this price is not open to every shopper.
Review Assist qualificationsPlan and price details checked against the providers' published terms on September 16, 2026. Check the provider's current terms before applying or ordering.
Cheapest plans first
Sorted by advertised starting price, lowest to highest. Availability varies by address.
Plan data last updated
Compare Buckeye internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Buckeye availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Advertised starting price; confirm eligibility and final terms with the provider. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Effective September 16, 2026, Cox internet is offered under Spectrum's pricing and packaging: Spectrum Internet® 100, 500 and 1 Gig, with 2 Gig in select markets. Existing Cox customers keep their current service and account until Spectrum notifies them of any change. Prices shown are for new residential customers. The listed 100, 500 and 1 Gig prices are for 1 year; confirm current price terms for 2 Gig at your address.
For 1 year; new residential customers. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Spectrum provides high-speed internet services across 41 states with a focus on reliability and consistent performance.
For 1 year; new residential customers. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Verizon internet plans and pricing
Fiber / Fixed WirelessCompare Verizon internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Verizon availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
$30/mo with AutoPay and paper-free billing; eligibility and availability requirements apply. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Compare TDS Telecom internet plans, speeds, and prices. See TDS Telecom availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Advertised starting price; confirm eligibility and final terms with the provider. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Mediacom provides high-speed cable internet services primarily in the Midwest and Southern United States.
Advertised starting price; confirm eligibility and final terms with the provider. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Compare Metronet internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Metronet availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Advertised starting price; confirm eligibility and final terms with the provider. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Compare WOW internet plans, speeds, and prices. See WOW availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Advertised starting price; confirm eligibility and final terms with the provider. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Compare Grande internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Grande availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Advertised starting price; confirm eligibility and final terms with the provider. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Compare Earthlink internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Earthlink availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Advertised starting price; confirm eligibility and final terms with the provider. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Optimum provides high-speed cable and fiber internet services across the Northeast and parts of the Midwest.
Advertised starting price; confirm eligibility and final terms with the provider. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
Compare Google Fiber internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Google Fiber availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Core 1 Gig is $70/mo in markets offering this product. Products vary by market; confirm at your address. The starting price and top speed may be different plans.
AT&T provides high-speed fiber and DSL internet services across 21 states with a focus on expanding fiber coverage.
Compare CenturyLink internet plans, speeds, and prices. See CenturyLink availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Compare Frontier internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Frontier availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
HughesNet provides high-speed satellite internet service to rural and remote areas across the United States.
Rise Broadband internet plans and pricing
Fixed WirelessCompare Rise Broadband internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Rise Broadband availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Compare Spectrum Mobile internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Spectrum Mobile availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Starlink provides high-speed satellite internet service globally with a focus on rural and remote areas.
T-Mobile Home Internet provides 5G and 4G LTE-based fixed wireless internet service across the United States.
Viasat internet plans and pricing
SatelliteCompare Viasat internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Viasat availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Compare Windstream internet plans, speeds, and prices. See Windstream availability in your area, read reviews, and find the best deal. Updated 2026.
Xfinity provides high-speed cable and fiber internet services across 39 states with a focus on advanced technology and comprehensive home connectivity solutions.
Frequently asked questions
What's the cheapest internet plan available right now?
The lowest advertised starting price we currently track across our national provider directory is $29.99/mo. That rate may depend on a promotion or eligibility and is not necessarily offered at every address. Use the price-sorted list on this page to see current entry-level plans, then confirm the exact rate and whether it is available at your address on the provider's own order page before you commit.
Is cable internet cheaper than fiber?
Neither technology is always cheaper. Introductory discounts, equipment costs and the speed tier can change which plan costs less at your address. Fiber plans often offer stronger upload speeds, but compare the specific quoted plans and their full terms rather than assuming one connection type is the better deal. Compare the specific plans available at your address rather than assuming one technology is always cheaper; the price-sorted list on this page includes both.
How can I lower my internet bill?
Compare providers on this page to find the lowest starting price for your address, then call to ask directly about current promotions — advertised online pricing does not always match the best rate a retention or sales agent can offer. Ask your current provider for a loyalty or retention discount before you switch; many providers would rather lower your rate than lose the account. Check whether equipment is included or optional, and note the exact date any promotional price ends. Bundling video or mobile service can lower your effective monthly cost, but check the math against a standalone plan — bundle discounts sometimes shrink or disappear after the first year.
Are there discounted or low-income internet programs?
Some providers offer discounts for households that meet specific program or income requirements. Spectrum Internet Assist, for example, requires documented eligibility; age alone does not establish a discount. The most reliable way to check is directly on a provider's own site or by calling them, since third-party listings of these programs go stale quickly as eligibility rules and funding change. If you already have service and are struggling with the bill, ask your current provider about a hardship or loyalty rate before assuming you need to switch providers entirely.
Does a cheaper plan mean slower speeds or worse service?
Not necessarily. A lower price can reflect a different speed tier, a temporary promotion or an eligibility-limited plan. What matters most for everyday use is whether the plan's advertised speed matches your household's needs: basic browsing and email work fine well under 100 Mbps, while multiple simultaneous streams, gaming, or remote work benefit from higher tiers. A cheaper plan can also come with tradeoffs worth checking before you order: a longer contract, a data cap, or a lower upload speed that matters less for streaming but more for video calls and cloud backup. Compare the speed, contract terms, and price together on this page rather than price alone, so the plan you pick actually fits how you use the internet.
What is the cheapest internet plan near me?
"Near me" pricing depends on which providers actually reach your address — the $29.99/mo lowest starting price we track nationally is a useful benchmark, but it is not guaranteed at every address. Use Konecteaze's internet-providers-near-me ZIP search for area-level listings, then check a provider's address qualification for the exact plan. Cheap internet pricing is set locally, sometimes block by block, so the plan available two streets away is not always the plan available at your address. Confirm the final price and availability directly on the provider's own order page before you commit.
Can I get internet without cable?
Yes — most internet providers let you order standalone internet without adding a cable TV package, and many providers now sell internet-only plans as their default offering rather than requiring a bundle. Internet-only plans sometimes cost slightly more per month than a bundled rate once a promotional TV discount is factored in, but they avoid paying for channels you may not watch and remove a second piece of rented equipment. Cable internet itself — the coaxial network technology — is separate from cable TV, so you can have cable internet service with no television subscription at all. If a price on this page assumes a bundle, confirm the internet-only rate directly with the provider before you order.
Is a cheap cable internet plan fast enough for streaming and working from home?
For most households, yes — an entry-level cable internet plan is typically fast enough for HD or even 4K streaming, video calls, and everyday remote work, especially at speeds of 100 Mbps or higher. Cable plans generally offer strong download speeds at a low entry price, though upload speeds run lower than fiber, which can matter more for large video-call meetings or uploading big files. A single stream or one remote worker rarely strains even a basic plan; the speed tier matters more once several people in the household are streaming, gaming, or on video calls at the same time. Compare the specific speed tier, not just the price, when choosing a cheap cable plan on this page — the cheapest listed price is not always the plan with enough capacity for your household.