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Cheapest Spectrum Internet® Plan

Want to save on Spectrum internet? We've researched and found the cheapest Spectrum internet plans out there.

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Internet speed: Up to 300 Mbps** (wireless speeds may vary)

Data cap: Unlimited

Internet speed: Up to 300 Mbps** (wireless speeds may vary)

Data cap: Unlimited

Data as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. See full disclaimer.

Want to save money on your internet plan from Spectrum? Interested in Spectrum low-income internet plans? It’s still possible to get cheap internet from Spectrum if you play your cards right. Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in cheaper or low-income internet from Spectrum.

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The cheapest Spectrum internet plan is Spectrum Internet 300 Mbps

Plan Price Max. download speeds Max. upload speeds Details
Spectrum Internet® $39.99–$49.99/mo. for 12 mos.* Up to 300 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) 10 Mbps View plan

Data effective as of publish date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. See full disclaimer.

Most Spectrum customers will have to settle for the Spectrum Internet plan if they want cheap internet. It’s not necessarily a budget plan at $39.99–$49.99/mo. (depending on location) for the first year, but with 300 Mbps download speeds, you’ll have enough bandwidth for an entire household.

Spectrum’s higher-end internet plans offer more download speed, but they cost an additional $10 to $40 monthly compared to Spectrum Internet. Check out our full Spectrum internet review to learn more about Spectrum’s internet plans.

Spectrum also offers affordable low-income internet

Plan Price Max. download speeds Max. upload speeds Details
Spectrum Internet Assist 50 Mbps $24.99/mo. Up to 50 Mbps wireless speeds may vary) 4 Mbps Apply

Data effective as of publish date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. See full disclaimer.

Are you in a low-income household that gets Spectrum internet coverage? Spectrum offers the Internet Assist program, which has 50 Mbps internet for $24.99 monthly for qualifying households.

Spectrum also participates in the federal Lifeline program, which offers up to a $9.25–$34.25 monthly internet discount for households enrolled in qualifying assistance programs.

If your low-income household qualifies for Lifeline and the Internet Assist program, you could potentially get free internet from Spectrum. Read our free and low-income internet guide for more information on both cheap and low-income Spectrum internet options.

Cheap Spectrum internet bundles include cable TV and mobile phone service

Best Spectrum cheap internet bundles

Plan Price Max. download speeds Features Details
Spectrum Internet + Spectrum TV Select Starting at $109.98/mo. for 12 mos.*† Up to 300 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) 155+ channels View plan
Spectrum Internet + Spectrum Mobile By The Gig Starting at $53.99/mo. for 12 mos.*† Up to 300 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) One line with 1 GB data View plan

Data effective as of publish date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. See full disclaimer.

If you’re sick of getting services from multiple providers, Spectrum bundles are a great way to stack additional savings on top of your internet plan. Spectrum customers have two main ways to get the best deals: spring for a Spectrum internet and TV bundle or an internet and cell phone bundle.

Spectrum TV Select is our pick for the best Spectrum TV plan. TV Select comes with 155+ channels for $69.99 per month. Spectrum Mobile is Spectrum’s cell phone service for internet subscribers. By The Gig is Spectrum’s cheapest cell phone plan and costs only $14.00 per month.

Cheapest Spectrum internet plans FAQ

What is the cheapest internet plan on Spectrum?

Spectrum Internet is Spectrum’s cheapest internet plan. This plan has 300 Mbps download speeds and costs between $39.99–$49.99/mo. for the first year.

Does Spectrum offer low-income internet plans?

Want low-income internet from Spectrum? The Spectrum Internet Assist program offers 50 Mbps internet speeds for $24.99 per month to qualifying low-income households.

Is there cheaper internet than Spectrum?

ISPs like Xfinity and Optimum technically have cheaper internet plans than Spectrum, but in most cases, you’ll get slower performance compared to Spectrum Internet download speeds.

How do you qualify for Spectrum Internet Assist?

To qualify for Spectrum Internet Assist, your household needs to be enrolled in the following programs:

  • National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
  • Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the NSLP
  • Supplemental Security Income (for applications age 65+ only)

If your household qualifies, you’ll also need to send an online application for the Spectrum Internet Assist program to Spectrum.

How much does Spectrum Internet Assist cost?

The Spectrum Internet Assist program costs $24.99/mo. for 50 Mbps download speeds.

Why you should trust us

Our experts spent hundreds of hours researching Spectrum’s internet plans to find the cheapest one available. We strive to help you get affordable internet, while also sharing our insight into which offers will get you the best bang for your buck, reliability, features, and customer satisfaction.

To learn more about our methodology, check out our How We Rank page.

Disclaimer

*Spectrum Internet: For 12 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra.

†Spectrum TV Select Signature: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum TV Select Signature promotion price is $64.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr 1. Taxes, fees, and surcharges (broadcast surcharge up to $23.20/mo) extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: TV: TV equipment required; charges may apply. Channel and HD programming availability based on level of service and location. Account credentials may be required to stream some TV content online. 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.

◊To qualify for the Contract Buyout Program, a customer must order and install a qualifying Triple Play or limited Double Play 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.

**Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.

Spectrum Internet Assist: No contract required. Available in select areas only.

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