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Are you moving to Philadelphia and want to set up the best internet and TV services for your home? Or perhaps you want to shop for a better deal than your current services. Whatever your reason for shopping internet services in Philadelphia, Allconnect can help. We’ll help you find Philadelphia internet service providers, shop plans and complete your order.
There are a few internet options in Philadelphia to choose from. Most homes will have access to DSL, cable and fiber internet, with speeds ranging from 10 Mbps to 2 Gbps.
Cable is a popular choice for internet in Philadelphia because is widely available and offers multiple internet speeds and bundle options. Comcast XFINITY is the leading cable internet provider in Philadelphia.
Pros and cons:
✔ Speeds - cable internet plans in Philadelphia can reach up to 2 Gbps.
✔ Bundling options - easily add cable TV and home phone to your internet plan.
X Shared bandwidth - peak usage times can slow your internet speeds.
If you use the internet for little more than browsing the web, sending emails and checking social media, DSL internet may be the most cost- effective internet service for you. Verizon offers DSL internet in Philadelphia.
Pros and cons:
✔ Pricing - DSL typically offers cheaper internet plans in Philadelphia.
✔ Hassle-free - DSL uses existing phone lines for service, so setup is simple.
X Speeds - you won’t get the speeds with DSL that you could get with cable or fiber.
Fiber gives you a consistent connection with high download and upload speeds. Philadelphia has greater access to fiber than many other places. Verizon and RCN are the leading fiber internet providers.
Pros and cons:
✔ Speeds - fiber internet plans in Philadelphia can reach up to 1 Gbps.
✔ Reliability - fiber offers dedicated bandwidth for consistent speeds.
X Availability - fiber is not yet as widely available as cable or DSL internet.
XFINITY and Verizon are the largest internet service providers in Philadelphia. Both services are available in 99% of Philadelphia. High-speed internet from RCN is also available in the western suburbs of Philadelphia.
| Provider |
XFINITY |
Verizon |
RCN |
| Internet type |
Cable |
DSL/fiber |
Fiber |
| Philadelphia coverage |
99% |
99% DSL 95% fiber |
<10% |
| Max internet speed |
2 Gbps |
1 Gbps |
1 Gbps |
| Data caps |
1 TB/mo. |
No hard data limits |
No hard data limits |
| Equipment included |
None |
None |
None |
| Equipment fees |
Starting at $11/mo. |
Starting at $10/mo. |
|
| Contract |
None req’d |
None req’d |
None req’d |
| Wi-Fi hotspots in Philadelphia? |
Yes |
No |
No |
Philadelphia residents can choose from cable, satellite or fiber TV. XFINITY offers cable TV in Philadelphia, while DIRECTV and DISH offer satellite TV and Verizon offers fiber. You can select individual TV packages, or bundle TV with internet and home phone.
| Provider |
XFINITY |
Verizon Fios |
DIRECTV |
DISH |
| Package options |
7 |
10 |
6 |
4 |
| Channels |
10-260+ |
15-425+ |
150-325+ |
190-290+ |
| Local channels |
Included |
Included |
Included |
Starting at $12/mo. |
| HD |
Up to $10/mo. fee for HD on more than 1 TV |
Included |
Included |
Included |
| DVR recordings |
Up to 6 shows at once |
Up to 6 shows at once |
Up to 5 shows at once |
Up to 12 shows at once |
| DVR fee |
Starting at $10/mo. Varies by device |
Starting at $12/mo. Varies by device |
Included for 1 device, starting at $7/each add’l. |
Included for 1 device, starting at $7/each add’l. |
| On Demand programming |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bundles best with |
XFINITY internet |
Verizon Fios internet |
Verizon Fios internet |
varies |
| Unique advantage |
Access Netflix from your DVR |
Customizable package options |
NFL SUNDAY TICKET exclusive |
Best DVR device |
You have options for energy providers in Philadelphia. Trusted energy providers such PECO offer competitive energy rates and special promotions to help you save on energy. Find and compare local energy providers and rates in Philadelphia with Allconnect.
Allconnect takes some of the stress out of moving to Philadelphia by showing you deals from available internet and TV providers in the area. To further help your transition to a new city, we’ve provided some helpful links below.
General:
Education:
Philadelphia colleges and universities
Transportation:
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
Things to do:
Franklin Institute Science Museum
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary.
Last updated on 4/3/18.
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