Metronet vs Quantum Fiber
Metronet ranks higher on our formula, 82 to 80 on each provider's best plan. Metronet is cheaper over two years (from $50/mo all-in), and Quantum Fiber sells the faster top plan (8 Gbps).
Prices last checked September 2026.
Side by side
Metronet and Quantum Fiber compared
Real cost is the two-year monthly average with the promo step-up, equipment rental and installation folded in.
| Measure | Metronet | Quantum Fiber |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Fiber | Fiber |
| Fastest plan | 5 Gbps | 8 Gbps |
| Upload on fastest plan | 5 Gbps | 8 Gbps |
| Lowest advertised price | $50/mo | $50/mo |
| Lowest real cost | $50/mo | $50/mo |
| Price steps up after promo | No | No |
| Data caps | None | None |
| Contracts | None required | None required |
| Equipment fee | Included | Included |
| States served | 14 | 19 |
| Our rating (best plan) | 82/100 | 80/100 |
Plans
Every plan from both
Metronet
FiberNot yet checked- 500 Mbps500 Mbps · $50/mo · real $50
- 1 Gig1 Gbps · $60/mo · real $60
- 2 Gig2 Gbps · $70/mo · real $70
- 5 Gig5 Gbps · $110/mo · real $110
Quantum Fiber
FiberNot yet checked- 500 Mbps500 Mbps · $50/mo · real $50
- 940 Mbps940 Mbps · $75/mo · real $75
- 2 Gig2 Gbps · $95/mo · real $95
- 8 Gig8 Gbps · $165/mo · real $165
Honest assessment
Where each one wins
Metronet
- $60 gigabit, symmetrical
- No data caps or contracts
- Builds where only cable existed
- Limited metro list
- Construction disruption during buildout
- Support hours are business-heavy
Quantum Fiber
- Symmetrical up to 8 Gig
- No annual contract
- Price does not step up
- Build is patchy inside its own metros
- Install lead times
- Support is shared with CenturyLink
Head to head
Cities where Metronet and Quantum Fiber compete
Markets where we have both on record. Each page ranks every provider there.
Questions
Metronet vs Quantum Fiber, answered
Is Metronet or Quantum Fiber better?
Metronet ranks higher on our formula, 82 to 80 on each provider's best plan. Metronet is cheaper over two years (from $50/mo all-in), and Quantum Fiber sells the faster top plan (8 Gbps).
Which is cheaper, Metronet or Quantum Fiber?
Metronet has the lower real cost: $50 a month averaged over two years with fees included, against $50 for Quantum Fiber. The advertised entry prices are $50 for Metronet and $50 for Quantum Fiber.
Which is faster, Metronet or Quantum Fiber?
Quantum Fiber sells the faster top plan, at 8 Gbps down and 8 Gbps up. Metronet tops out at 5 Gbps down and 5 Gbps up. For most households upload speed matters more than the headline download figure.
Where can I get both Metronet and Quantum Fiber?
We have both on record in 5 markets, including Minneapolis, MN; Saint Paul, MN; Rochester, MN; Cedar Rapids, IA; Fargo, ND. Availability still varies street by street.
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