Side-by-side comparison
Verizon Fios vs Xfinity
In the Northeast, Verizon Fios fiber goes head-to-head with Xfinity cable. The choice usually comes down to whether you want symmetrical fiber or the lowest possible entry price.
Verizon Fios
FiberBest for: Northeast households that want the highest-quality connection
- Starting
- $49.99/mo
- Top speed
- 2.3 Gbps
- Upload
- 300 Mbps – 2.3 Gbps (symmetrical)
- Contract
- No contract
- Data cap
- Unlimited
- Equipment
- Included (router rental optional)
Pros
- Symmetrical fiber speeds
- No data caps
- Top-rated reliability
Things to consider
- Limited to parts of the Northeast
- Higher prices on top tiers
Xfinity
Cable / FiberBest for: Households looking for the cheapest entry plan
- Starting
- $39.99/mo
- Top speed
- 2 Gbps
- Upload
- 10 – 200 Mbps
- Contract
- 1-year agreement
- Data cap
- 1.2 TB (most regions)
- Equipment
- $15/mo xFi gateway
Pros
- Lowest entry price
- Nationwide availability
- Up to 2 Gbps speeds
Things to consider
- Asymmetrical uploads
- 1.2 TB data cap in most regions
Our verdict
Verizon Fios wins on quality; Xfinity wins on price.
Pick Verizon Fios for symmetrical speeds, no data caps, and the best reliability. Pick Xfinity for the cheapest entry plan and broader availability outside Fios fiber zones.
FAQ
Verizon Fios vs Xfinity, answered
Is Verizon Fios faster than Xfinity?
On uploads, Fios is dramatically faster (symmetrical). On downloads, both can reach ~2 Gbps.
Does Fios have data caps?
No. Every Verizon Fios plan includes unlimited data.
Other comparisons