Spectrum vs WOW! Internet
WOW! Internet ranks higher on our formula, 79 to 65 on each provider's best plan. WOW! Internet is cheaper over two years (from $45/mo all-in), and Spectrum sells the faster top plan (2 Gbps).
Prices last checked September 2026.
Side by side
Spectrum and WOW! Internet compared
Real cost is the two-year monthly average with the promo step-up, equipment rental and installation folded in.
| Measure | Spectrum | WOW! Internet |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Cable, Fiber | Cable, Fiber |
| Fastest plan | 2 Gbps | 1.2 Gbps |
| Upload on fastest plan | 100 Mbps | 1.2 Gbps |
| Lowest advertised price | $50/mo | $35/mo |
| Lowest real cost | $65/mo | $45/mo |
| Price steps up after promo | On some plans | On some plans |
| Data caps | None | None |
| Contracts | None required | None required |
| Equipment fee | Included | Included |
| States served | 41 | 6 |
| Our rating (best plan) | 65/100 | 79/100 |
Plans
Every plan from both
Spectrum
CableFiberOut of date — checked Sep 11, 2026- Internet500 Mbps · $50/mo · real $65
- Internet Premier1 Gbps · $70/mo · real $85
- Internet Gig+2 Gbps · $90/mo · real $105
WOW! Internet
CableFiberNot yet checked- 300 Mbps300 Mbps · $35/mo · real $45
- 600 Mbps600 Mbps · $50/mo · real $60
- 1 Gig1 Gbps · $65/mo · real $75
- Fiber 1.2 Gig1.2 Gbps · $75/mo · real $75
Honest assessment
Where each one wins
Spectrum
- No data caps anywhere
- No term contract
- Free modem included
- Big price jump after 12 months
- Upload capped at 35 Mbps on most tiers
- WiFi router costs extra
WOW! Internet
- No data caps
- No contracts
- Strong service reputation for a cable operator
- Only six states
- Upload limited on cable tiers
- Equipment fee unless you buy your own
Head to head
Cities where Spectrum and WOW! Internet compete
Markets where we have both on record. Each page ranks every provider there.
Questions
Spectrum vs WOW! Internet, answered
Is Spectrum or WOW! Internet better?
WOW! Internet ranks higher on our formula, 79 to 65 on each provider's best plan. WOW! Internet is cheaper over two years (from $45/mo all-in), and Spectrum sells the faster top plan (2 Gbps).
Which is cheaper, Spectrum or WOW! Internet?
WOW! Internet has the lower real cost: $45 a month averaged over two years with fees included, against $65 for Spectrum. The advertised entry prices are $50 for Spectrum and $35 for WOW! Internet.
Which is faster, Spectrum or WOW! Internet?
Spectrum sells the faster top plan, at 2 Gbps down and 100 Mbps up. WOW! Internet tops out at 1.2 Gbps down and 1.2 Gbps up. For most households upload speed matters more than the headline download figure.
Where can I get both Spectrum and WOW! Internet?
We have both on record in 3 markets, including Columbus, GA; Birmingham, AL; Montgomery, AL. Availability still varies street by street.
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