Provider comparison
Google Fiber vs Spectrum
An honest side-by-side on speed, pricing, coverage, and the real-world tradeoffs between Google Fiber and Spectrum.
Side-by-side
| Feature | Google Fiber | Spectrum |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | fiber | cable |
| Top speed (download) | 8,000 Mbps | 1,000 Mbps |
| Symmetric upload? | Yes (fiber) | No |
| Starting price | $70/mo | $50/mo |
| Footprint | Active in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Huntsville, Kansas City, Nashville, Provo, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, the Triangle (NC), Mesa, and West Des Moines. | 41 states; strongest presence in the Carolinas, Texas, New York, Ohio, and the Pacific Northwest. |
Pricing reflects each carrier's current promotional retail and may differ at your address.
Google Fiber
Google Fiber delivers symmetrical multi-gigabit fiber internet in a focused set of US metros, including 1, 2, 5, and 8 Gbps tiers.
See full Google Fiber plansSpectrum
Spectrum, owned by Charter Communications, is the second-largest US cable internet provider, offering uncapped cable plans across 41 states.
See full Spectrum plans