What services does Cox provide?
Cox Communications offers cable internet and TV service in 18 states.
Cox internet is the only Cox service that we’d recommend as a standalone product, since its cable TV and home phone services are just average. Cox does have solid mobile phone plans, but they can only be bundled with Cox internet.
Our guide to Cox gives an honest overview of the many services Cox offers, so you can be well-informed before you take the leap and sign up.
Cox cable TV and internet offers a handful of deals
Cox usually offers discounts for seniors and low-income families, as well as bundle discounts.
For the most up-to-date promotions and deals, visit our Cox Deals and Promotions page. Or, get an overview of what other ISPs are offering up on our best internet deals guide.
Cox internet plans are reasonably priced for the speeds you get
Spectrum Internet Plans and Pricing
| Package Name | Price | Download speeds up to | Upload speeds up to | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Spectrum Internet® 100 | $30/mo. for 1 yr. | Up to 100 Mbps | Up to 4 Mbps | Cable-fiber |
Spectrum Internet® 500 | $40/mo. for 1 yr. | Up to 500 Mbps | Up to 20 Mbps | Cable-fiber |
Spectrum Internet® 1 Gig | $60/mo. for 1 yr. | Up to 1000 Mbps | Up to 1000 Mbps | Cable-fiber |
Spectrum Internet® 2 Gig | $80/mo. select markets only | Up to 2000 Mbps | Up to 35 Mbps | Cable-fiber |
Spectrum Internet® 7 Gig | $140/mo. select markets only | Up to 7000 Mbps | Up to 7000 Mbps | Cable-fiber |
Data effective as of publish date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
Cox’s four postpaid internet plans go all the way up to 2,000 Mbps (and come with unlimited data!), offering a wide variety of internet speeds for any type of internet user.
We’ll say this, though: Competitors like Xfinity offer similar plans that are often cheaper than Cox internet, so sniff around a bit before you commit to Cox.
Cox also offers business internet plans—if that’s what you’re looking for, contact Cox directly.
Interested in Cox internet? For more details, check out our full review of Cox’s internet packages.
Cox TV plans are pricey
Spectrum TV Plans and Pricing
| Package Name | Price | Channel count | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|
Spectrum TV® Lite | $40/mo. for 1 yr. | 85+ | Streaming |
Spectrum Stream TV® Signature | $100/mo. for 1 year | 150+ | Cable |
Spectrum Stream TV® Pro | $110/mo. for 1 year | 160+ | Cable |
Spectrum Stream TV® VIP | $145/mo. for 1 year | 230+ | Cable |
Data effective as of publish date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
Spectrum Spanish TV Plans and Pricing
| Package Name | Monthly Price | Channel count | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|
Spectrum TV® Latino | $25/mo. | 45+ | Streaming |
Spectrum Stream TV Latino Más | $75/mo. for 1 year | 170+ | Cable |
Data effective as of publish date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
Cox offers four cable TV plans that aren’t great unless you splurge for the Contour TV Ultimate plan, which includes add-ons like HBO Max and Paramount+ with SHOWTIME.
Cox channel lineups look good on paper (250 is a lot of channels), but unfortunately, those numbers are bloated with music and shopping channels. For that reason, along with their sky-high prices, we don’t recommend Cox TV plans.
For more details on the nitty-gritty of Cox cable TV, check out our complete review of Cox TV service.
Cox home phone is an OK add-on
Home phone service isn’t for everyone anymore. But for those who still want the security of a landline, Cox offers an OK home phone package.
For $20 per month (sorry, no bundle discounts for home phone), you can get unlimited calling throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico with Cox’s Voice Preferred plan.
For customers looking to call domestically, it’s not a bad price. But for those who need international service, look elsewhere.
Cox mobile plans are a great option for Cox internet customers
Spectrum Mobile Plans
| Package Name | Price | LTE Usage | Calling Allowance | Data Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Unlimited | $30/mo. per additional line | 4G/5G LTE | Unlimited: 30 GB, then speeds may slow during times of high demand | |
Unlimited Plus | $40/mo. per additional line | 4G/5G LTE | Unlimited: 50 GB, then speeds may slow during times of high demand | |
Unlimited Plus Premium | $50/mo. per additional line | 4G/5G LTE | Unlimited |
Data effective as of publish date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
The caveat with Cox’s mobile plans is that you must have Cox Internet to be eligible to sign up for them. Cox TV customers—if that’s the only Cox service you have—don’t make the cut.
Is Cox Communications worth it?
Cox Internet is the only Cox service we’d recommend on its own, with solid prices and speeds that go up to a whopping 2 Gigs. Add on one of the reasonably priced Cox Mobile plans, and you’ve got yourself a great internet-wireless bundle.
Cox’s other offerings leave something to be desired. Cox cable TV service is too expensive for the channels they offer, and their home phone service is just middle-of-the-road.
See if Cox is available in your hometown by entering your zip code below.
Cox Communications FAQ
What does Cox Communications do?
Cox Communications offers cable TV, internet, home phone, and mobile phone plans.
Why is my Cox bill so much?
Does Cox give any discounts?
Cox offers a $15 monthly discount when you bundle one of their mobile plans with Cox internet. Learn more about other Cox Communications discounts and deals here.
Why you should trust us
We tested Cox internet and TV for nine months and then compared the cable provider to its major competitors. We dug deep on internet speeds, channel counts, equipment, and pricing, among other things.
To learn more about our research and testing, check out our How We Rank page.
Spectrum TV: Limited-time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days). Standard rates apply after promo period or service change. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Activation fee additional; taxes may apply. SPECTRUM STREAM TV: Streaming apps included with qualifying residential Spectrum Stream TV plans. Equipment may be required; fees apply. Channel availability varies by package and location. Terms and conditions apply, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply.
Spectrum streaming TV: Limited-time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days). Standard rates apply after promo period or service change. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Activation fee additional; taxes may apply. SPECTRUM TV LITE/TV LATINO: Price subject to change. Requires Spectrum Internet. Channel availability varies by package and location; PEG channels may require extra equipment. Terms and conditions apply, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply.
Spectrum Internet: Limited-time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days). Standard rates apply after promo period or service change. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Activation fee additional; taxes may apply. Gig speeds require a compatible modem; see spectrum.net/modem for list. Terms and conditions apply, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Spectrum Internet® is powered by fiber and connected to the premises by coaxial lines.
Spectrum Voice: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Price for home phone is $15/mo when bundled. Taxes and fees included in price; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. HOME PHONE: Unlimited calling includes calls within the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands and more. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
◊To qualify for the Contract Buyout Program, a customer must order and install a qualifying promotion; offers not available in all areas. Offer available to qualifying customers only who have no outstanding obligations to Charter. Payment amount will be determined by the Early Termination Fee on the final bill from the previous provider, not to exceed $500. For Contract Buyout qualifications, go to Spectrum.com/buyout.
