Metronet vs Xfinity
Metronet ranks higher on our formula, 82 to 67 on each provider's best plan. It is also cheaper over two years (from $50/mo all-in) and sells the faster top plan (5 Gbps).
Prices last checked September 2026.
Side by side
Metronet and Xfinity compared
Real cost is the two-year monthly average with the promo step-up, equipment rental and installation folded in.
| Measure | Metronet | Xfinity |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Fiber | Cable, Fiber |
| Fastest plan | 5 Gbps | 2 Gbps |
| Upload on fastest plan | 5 Gbps | 300 Mbps |
| Lowest advertised price | $50/mo | $30/mo |
| Lowest real cost | $50/mo | $60/mo |
| Price steps up after promo | No | On some plans |
| Data caps | None | On some plans |
| Contracts | None required | None required |
| Equipment fee | Included | Up to $15/mo |
| States served | 14 | 40 |
| Our rating (best plan) | 82/100 | 67/100 |
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
Xfinity
CableFiberOut of date — checked Sep 11, 2026- Connect150 Mbps · $30/mo · real $60
- Fast500 Mbps · $55/mo · real $85
- Superfast800 Mbps · $65/mo · real $80
- Gigabit1.1 Gbps · $75/mo · real $90
- Gigabit X22 Gbps · $95/mo · real $95
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
Xfinity
- Available in 40 states
- Multi-gig tiers in most markets
- No contract on most plans
- Price rises after 12–24 months
- Slow upload on non-fiber tiers
- 1.2 TB data cap in many regions
Head to head
Cities where Metronet and Xfinity compete
Markets where we have both on record. Each page ranks every provider there.
Questions
Metronet vs Xfinity, answered
Is Metronet or Xfinity better?
Metronet ranks higher on our formula, 82 to 67 on each provider's best plan. It is also cheaper over two years (from $50/mo all-in) and sells the faster top plan (5 Gbps).
Which is cheaper, Metronet or Xfinity?
Metronet has the lower real cost: $50 a month averaged over two years with fees included, against $60 for Xfinity. The advertised entry prices are $50 for Metronet and $30 for Xfinity.
Which is faster, Metronet or Xfinity?
Metronet sells the faster top plan, at 5 Gbps down and 5 Gbps up. Xfinity tops out at 2 Gbps down and 300 Mbps up. For most households upload speed matters more than the headline download figure.
Where can I get both Metronet and Xfinity?
We have both on record in 9 markets, including Aurora, IL; Naperville, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Fort Wayne, IN; Detroit, MI. Availability still varies street by street.
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