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Optimum Internet Plans, Speeds, and Prices

  • Get fiber internet speeds up to 5 Gbps
  • Free Gateway 6 and Wi-Fi extender
  • Free Visa® gift card up to $300

Internet plans starting at $40.00/mo.

Optimum Internet

Popular Optimum Packages

Here’s what you’ll get with three of Optimum’s most popular internet plans

Optimum 300 Mbps

$40.00/mo.

  • Upload speeds up to 20 Mbps
  • Great for most households with basic internet needs

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Optimum 500 Mbps

$60.00/mo.

  • Great for large families
  • Get a free modem/router, Wi-Fi extender

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Optimum 5 Gig

$180.00/mo.

  • Optimum’s fastest internet plan – upload speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
  • No annual contract

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Optimum deals and bundle offers

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Optimum’s TV and internet bundles come with extensive channel lineups and great hardware like the Optimum Stream TV box, which includes apps like Netflix and more than 50 free TV channels.

Get discounts on Optimum Internet + Mobile bundles with a 2-year price guarantee and get up to $300 worth of free gifts. Check out our Optimum deals page for more details.

You can also bundle Optimum Mobile with your internet plan for affordable cell phone service. Optimum Mobile’s smartphone plans include large data caps, 5G coverage, and low monthly rates.

Optimum’s $500 buyout offer

If you want to switch to Optimum from another service, take advantage of its contract buyout offer—up to $500 can be used to ease the transition.

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Compare more Optimum internet plans and packages

Package Price* Download speeds up to Upload speeds up to Connection type
Optimum 300 $40.00/mo. 300 Mbps 20 Mbps Cable View Plan
Optimum 500 $60.00/mo. 500 Mbps 20 Mbps Cable View Plan
Optimum 1 Gig Internet $80.00/mo. 940 Mbps 35 Mbps Cable View Plan
Fiber Internet 300 $40.00/mo. 300 Mbps 300 Mbps Fiber View Plan
Fiber Internet 500 $60.00/mo. 500 Mbps 500 Mbps Fiber View Plan
Fiber Internet 1 Gig $80.00/mo. 940 Mbps 940 Mbps Fiber View Plan
Fiber Internet 2 Gig $100.00/mo. 2,000 Mbps 2,000 Mbps Fiber View Plan
Fiber Internet 5 Gig $180.00/mo. 5,000 Mbps 5,000 Mbps Fiber View Plan

Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
* for 1 yr. Plus taxes, equip. charges and fees.

Optimum internet’s features

Optimum has two types of internet: Optimum Fiber and Optimum Internet. If your neighborhood has Optimum Fiber coverage, you’ll get Optimum’s best fiber internet plans with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. Fiber internet also comes with equal upload and download speeds, so you’ll have zero wait times during video calls or Google Drive transfer sessions.

If your house gets only Optimum Internet, you’ll still have fast cable internet speeds that’ll be more than enough for your entire household. Optimum Internet offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps, and customers will also get a free Gateway 6 router/modem and Wi-Fi extender.

Optimum’s internet plans come with benefits beyond its fast download speeds. Let’s break down a few of Optimum’s best features.

Check out our full Optimum internet review for a full breakdown of Optimum’s internet plans.

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No contracts

Get internet on your terms with Optimum’s no-contract internet service. If you need to cancel service at any time, you won’t be hit with expensive early termination fees.

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Wi-Fi hotspots

If you need internet access while you’re out and about, Optimum’s nationwide Wi-Fi Hotspot network has you covered.

Optimum internet subscribers get free access to more than two million Wi-Fi access points in locations like parks and coffee shops.

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No data caps

Stream 4K video and download games to your heart’s content thanks to Optimum’s unlimited data policy.

With an Optimum internet plan, you won’t have to worry about hitting your data cap and dealing with expensive overage fees if your family uses too much internet for the month.

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Internet security

Protect your home internet from phishing, hackers, and online threats with Optimum’s McAfee-powered internet security tools.

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Get a free Optimum Gateway 6 modem/router

Optimum’s fiber and cable internet plans come with a free Gateway 6 combo modem/Wi-Fi router. Once you install the Gateway 6, your home will have an Optimum Wi-Fi network that’s ready for any TVs, smartphones, or computers.

If your home struggles with Wi-Fi dead zones, you can also get a free Optimum Wi-Fi extender. Wi-Fi extenders improve your Wi-Fi router’s coverage and they’ll work best if you have a large multi-story home. Talk to an Optimum technician to see if an extender is right for your home.

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Our take: Optimum Internet

Optimum’s base cable plan, Optimum 300, is the best value for new customers. It offers high speeds for a low price—300 Mbps will handle a ton of HD streaming and gaming. And you’ll have a tough time finding a better value from another provider.

Pros

  • No data caps
  • No contracts

Cons

  • Mixed availability
  • Bundling requirement for phone and TV service

What customers say about Optimum

we have used this provider for nineteen years without problems. when service was interrupted, it was resolved quickly.

Optimum customer in North Carolina

Excellent customer service with high speed internet at a reasonable price. Flexible bill payment plans. Fastest internet I've used compared to Comcast and at and t.

Optimum customer in Connecticut

It is a very dependable internet service provider and delivers exactly what I need in an internet service! It is has very fast internet speed that I can depend on. The price for my internet provider is a very good price compared to other internet providers

Optimum customer in Arkansas

They do a great job making sure the service is working properly at all times even when the weather is bad. They also notify you in advance if they have to work on the lines for any reason.

Optimum customer in Illinois

Optimum Availability Map

Optimum provides internet, phone, and TV services across the New York tristate area and 17 states on the South and West Coasts. Explore our coverage map to get an overview of Optimum’s service areas in your region.

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Max download speeds up to
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Service Type
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Pricing, speed and availability not guaranteed. Subject to change.

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Optimum internet FAQ

What is the cheapest Optimum internet package?

Optimum’s cheapest internet package costs $40 per month and provides speeds up to 300 Mbps. But Optimum’s other plans cover a range of speeds up to 5,000 Mbps, with the most expensive package costing $180 per month.

Is Optimum 300 Mbps good?

Yes, Optimum 300 Mbps is a good deal because it provides enough speed for most households for only $40 a month.

What is the best Optimum Wi-Fi plan?

The best Optimum Wi-Fi plans are Optimum 300 and Optimum 1 Gig. Optimum 300 ($40 per month) offers the best value for most households, while Optimum 1 Gig has fast 940 Mbps maximum download speeds.

How much is Optimum internet by itself?

Optimum internet plans start at $40 per month for the first 12 months.

Is Optimum internet good?

Optimum internet is pretty good for most internet customers. It offers fast internet plans with low monthly rates, and is expanding its fiber internet availability throughout its footprint.

What is Optimum Internet?

Optimum Internet is the name for Optimum’s cable internet plans. If you’re in one of the 20 states with Optimum service, you can sign up for an Optimum internet service plan at home.

What Optimum Internet plan is best?

The Optimum internet plan with the best value is the Optimum 300 Mbps plan, which is best for most households. If you’re looking for the fastest speed, the Optimum Fiber Internet 5 Gig plan is the company’s top offering.

Is Optimum WiFi good?

Optimum offers solid Wi-Fi options, including fast internet speeds and a free Wi-Fi router/modem with every Optimum internet plan.