Xfinity 300 Mbps Internet Package
Xfinity offers four different internet plans and the 300 Mbps plan is the very first option. It features solid download speeds of 300 Mbps with 100 Mbps upload, all for a no-contract price of $40/mo. You can cancel anytime with no penalty or fees.
When it comes to equipment, as with most internet providers you can always use your own. We recommend doing just that and with Xfinity, it saves you the rental fee of $15/mo for their modem and router combo (current deals have it discounted to free, however). Their equipment is better than most but unless you're really not tech savvy, you're better off buying than renting.
PERFECT FOR: households with up to 3 connected devices that need stable internet
Xfinity's plans tend to roughly double in speed as you upgrade. Here's a quick look at all of them:
1-Year vs 5-Year Price Lock Plans
Xfinity gives you two options: 1 and 5 year price-lock plans. The 1-year plans are the cheapest but offer less security (your costs in the second year and thereafter usually go up a fair amount). With the 5-year plans, you'll pay $15/mo more but have full security against inflation and price hikes for 60 months. Only you know what's best but we typically recommend the 5-year plan. Both are contract-free and you can cancel anytime.
The Fine Print
The monthly price on this page an introductory rate for 12 months. There is no term contract. The post introductory price for this plan is currently $70/mo (in
- Full Price Disclosure
- Base Price: $70/mo
- Promo Price: $40/mo (price-locked rate for 12 months)
- Added fees (required): none
- Actual Price: $40
- Contract term: none
- Transparency: after an exhaustive review of the terms and conditions, no hidden fees found
- ProviderCheck Approved
What you can do with 300 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload
These days, websites and apps need more bandwidth than ever. That trend won't be changing anytime soon. So, a speedy and reliable internet plan is as important as ever. This plan and its 300 Mbps give a household plenty of options. It's certainly not the fastest plan from Xfinity but if you don't need a more responsive connection, it's a solid package. An average household of 3-5 could simultaneously stream movies in HD, watch YouTube or play games online.
See the table below for more common uses and how much bandwidth each uses (per user)
Price, Fees and Discounts
Let's get into the details on price and figure out what you'll really pay, (hidden) fees and discounts included. Overall, Xfinity does a fair job with transparency in pricing. Their fees are a bit steeper than other providers but not enough to deter most.
Xfinity 300 Mbps fees
Modem/Router (Gateway)
There's one main option here, the Xfinity WiFi Gateway. It typically goes for $15/mo but current specials have it completely free with any plan. You do always have the option of using your own equipment (highly recommended to avoid any future charges)
Installation Kit
Even if you set-up your own internet (which isn't hard to do), Xfinity charges a one-time installation/activation fee of $15. We'd prefer the self-install route be completely free but charging for installation is a growing trend in the industry. Luckily, it's a one-time thing.
Monthly Tax
A monthly tax will be added to your bill if you live in a state with sales tax. It's usually only about $2 a month.
Xfinity 300 Mbps credits
Autopay credit
With all Xfinity plans (TV or internet), you'll save $10/mo when you enroll in autopay.
Sample Xfinity 300 Mbps Internet Bill (1st year)
Putting all those fees and discounts together, here's what to expect when your first bill arrives (this sample assumes you're leasing their equipment and enrolled in autopay).
- auto-pay discount
- sign-up discount
- ($10)
- ($20)
(included free)
Any hidden fees?
No, it's all listed above. Other fees apply if you go over the cap or miss your payment date...
- Late payment fee - if you're more than 2 weeks past your due date, a $10 late fee could be added to your bill (though not always).
Xfinity Internet Features
All Xfinity subscribers qualify for a set of impressive perks. By far, the best is access to their free, nationwide public Wi-Fi...
With over 26 million customers across the country, Xfinity gives you access to any customers' Wi-Fi signal. Just add the Xfinity Wi-Fi app and it'll automatically connect when in range...
Xfinity offers the Gateway modem/router combo for lease (currently free with today's special). It gives you access to their latest tech/security and helps widen your home's WiFi coverage. Control and manage your privacy settings via the Xfinity app.
Xfinity 300 Mbps Data Cap: none
There used to be a standard 1.2 TB data cap on ALL of Xfinity's internet plans. Fortunately, that's no longer the case so you'll no longer have to worry about leaving Netflix running or binging all weekend.
How to get this plan
As of today, the best price and promos for the 300 Mbps plan are below. Calling tends to be the best way to make sure everything is setup correctly, right from the start...
- 300 Mbps internet plan for as low as $40/mo
- 300 Mbps download, 100 Mbps upload
- $20/mo in credits for 60 months
- Free WiFi Modem/Router or bring your own
- Access to millions of Xfinity WiFi Hotspots
- Qualifies you for bundling deals with TV/phone
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best TV plan to bundle with 300 Mbps?
Xfinity's TV Plus plan works for most households. It's a good mix of price and channel options. If you want bare bones TV or just local channels, try TV Core.
Does it cost extra to have a technician install it for me?
In most cases, no. Assuming you don't have an incredibly complicated setup, Xfinity won't charge for a tech visit. You'll still pay the standard install kit fee but the actual work to get you hooked up is almost always covered.
