AT&T vs. Xfinity internet: Choose the right ISP
By Robin Layton Last updated: July 2, 2025
If AT&T Fiber is available, it is a better deal, with no data caps, contracts or equipment fees and speeds up to 4,700 Mbps. Xfinity has cheaper plan options but less fiber internet availability.
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Xfinity vs. AT&T overview
Plans starting at
$55
/mo*
For 12 mo.
For 12 mo.
Speeds up to
4,700
Mbps
*Price after $10/mo discount with eligible Autopay & Paperless bill (w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. Limited availability. May not be available in your area. Call or go to fiber.att.com to see if you qualify.
*Price after $10/mo discount with eligible Autopay & Paperless bill (w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. Limited availability. May not be available in your area. Call or go to fiber.att.com to see if you qualify.
Plans starting at
$40
00/mo*
For 12 mo.
For 12 mo.
Speeds up to
2,000
Mbps
AT&T: Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101. Plus taxes (w/ eligible Autopay & Paperless bill). Price after $10/mo discount with eligible Autopay & Paperless bill (w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. See offer details below. One time install chrg may apply. Ltd. avail/areas. Updated as of 07/02/25.
What we like about AT&T
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No equipment fees
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No contracts
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Unlimited data
Things to consider
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No bundle plan discounts
What we like about Xfinity
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Availability
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No contract options
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Great speeds
Things to consider
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Upload speeds are slower and will vary by your location

AT&T Fiber internet rating
Allconnect Rating
4.40 / out of 5 stars
This score is based off of the 5 plans AT&T Fiber has available
Rating breakdown
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Affordability
4.21 / 5
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Performance
4.53 / 5
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Value
4.80 / 5
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Customer satisfaction
3.83 / 5

Xfinity internet rating
Allconnect Rating
3.75 / out of 5 stars
This score is based off of the 5 plans Xfinity has available
Rating breakdown
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Affordability
3.11 / 5
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Performance
4.42 / 5
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Value
4.34 / 5
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Customer satisfaction
3.21 / 5
Our methodology
We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction. Each category contains multiple sub-factors, all of which are weighted differently to impact the provider’s overall score.
For each sub-factor, we score all providers on a continuous scale of one to five, relative to the industry as a whole. Because the average download speed in America is currently 180 Mbps, for example, we assigned all plans with download speeds between 100 and 299 Mbps a score between three and four. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 500 Mbps plan got a 3.71.
We only considered standardized data points in our scoring system. More abstract data like consistency of service and brand reputation is still part of our analysis, but we opted to let our writers address them in the context of each review.
Our verdict: AT&T Fiber has simpler pricing than Xfinity
With no data caps, contracts or equipment fees, AT&T Fiber offers a better deal.
AT&T internet plans
AT&T offers fiber optic internet. AT&T’s fiber optic pricing and speeds are consistent throughout all of its locations. It offers some of the best-valued packages compared to any major provider.
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AT&T plan | Starting price* | Download speed† | Upload speed | Allconnect score |
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Fiber 300 | $55.00/mo. | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 4.36 / 5 |
Fiber 500 | $65.00/mo. | 500 Mbps | 500 Mbps | 4.40 / 5 |
Fiber 1000 | $80.00/mo. | 1,000 Mbps | 940 Mbps | 4.43 / 5 |
2 GIG | $145.00/mo. | 2,000 Mbps | 2,000 Mbps | 4.03 / 5 |
5 GIG | $245.00/mo. | 4,700 Mbps | 4,700 Mbps | 4.08 / 5 |
AT&T Internet | $60.00/mo. | 10 – 300 Mbps | 1 – 20 Mbps | 2.76 / 5 |
*Plus taxes (w/ eligible Autopay & Paperless bill). Price after $10/mo discount with eligible Autopay & Paperless bill (w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. See offer details below. One time install chrg may apply. Ltd. avail/areas. Updated as of 07/02/25.
†Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For 5GIG, single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101.
Xfinity internet plans
Xfinity internet is one of the largest cable internet providers and offers a wide range of speed plans. Although you can expect multiple internet plans to choose from no matter your location, Xfinity’s upload speeds will vary based on your location.
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Plan | One-year deal price* | Five-year deal price* | Download speed |
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300 Mbps | $40.00/mo. | $55.00/mo. | 300 Mbps |
500 Mbps | $55.00/mo. | $70.00/mo. | 500 Mbps |
1,000 Mbps | $70.00/mo. | $85.00/mo. | 1,000 Mbps |
1,200 Mbps | $100.00/mo. | $115.00/mo. | 1,200 Mbps |
2,000 Mbps** | $100.00/mo. | $115.00/mo. | 2,000 Mbps |
*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. Updated as of 07/02/25.
**2 gig speed not available in all locations. 1.2 gig speed will take place of top speed if 2 gig not available.
AT&T vs. Xfinity customer satisfaction
AT&T scores higher than Xfinity in customer satisfaction, but both are in the American Customer Satisfaction Index’s top providers.
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Main differences between AT&T and Xfinity
AT&T and Xfinity differ in technology, fees, data caps, contracts and availability. AT&T Fiber is a fiber internet service, while Xfinity is primarily cable. Both providers offer different equipment fees and data caps as well.
Xfinity offers plans in the Northeast, Central/Southern and Western regions of the country. AT&T is mainly available in the Central and Southern regions of the U.S.
Fees
AT&T includes the cost of equipment, including the previous extra $10/mo. router fee, in your one monthly price. Installation fees can cost $99, but it’s currently being waived.
Xfinity charges $14/mo. for its xFi Gateway device. You also have the option with Xfinity to buy your own equipment. There is a $40 professional installation free, but you also have the option of self-installation.
Data caps
Xfinity internet plans no longer have data caps. AT&T Fiber customers can enjoy unlimited data with any plan.
Contracts
You won’t have to sign a contract with AT&T internet plans. Xfinity offers one- and five-year deals to lock in your price without a contract.
Availability
If you are trying to decide between AT&T and Xfinity service at your home, you are probably in an area where both services are available. And you’re not alone, because AT&T and Xfinity are two of the largest internet providers in the U.S.
Xfinity’s main serviceable areas: the Great Lakes areas, the Northwest and Eastern U.S.
AT&T’s main serviceable areas: the South and Northeastern U.S., most of California and select areas of Nevada.
AT&T and Xfinity coverage overlaps in many metro areas in the South, such as Atlanta, Houston, Little Rock, Miami and Nashville. Residents of select areas in the Midwest, including Chicago, Detroit and Kansas City, may also have access to AT&T and Xfinity. Coverage also overlaps in parts of California, including Fresno, Sacramento and San Francisco.
Allconnect’s choice: AT&T
If you’re looking for the best provider for high speed internet, AT&T Fiber is the one you want. If you are not serviceable by AT&T, go with Xfinity.
- AT&T has faster speeds: Xfinity’s fastest plan comes with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps for $100.00/mo., which is only available in select areas. AT&T has a 4,700 Mbps plan* for $245.00/mo.**
- AT&T Fiber offers the best value overall: With plans starting at 300 Mbps,* AT&T Fiber offers a superior deal to Xfinity
- AT&T boasts higher customer satisfaction ratings: The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) scored AT&T higher than Xfinity for internet service in recent years. AT&T received an 78/100 in 2025, while Xfinity came in at 69
Compared to AT&T, Xfinity internet has a lower starting price, but if you’re looking for top speeds, AT&T Fiber is likely to be the cheaper option as their higher-tiered plans are likely to come at a lower monthly price than similar Xfinity plans.
AT&T and Xfinity both have bundle options if you’re looking to simply your monthly bill.
If you are trying to decide between AT&T or Xfinity services for your home, looking at their plans side by side is a good idea. AT&T Fiber is the best value overall; however, if AT&T isn’t available in your area, you will want to go with Xfinity instead.
*Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For 5GIG, single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101. Updated as of 07/02/25.
**Price after $10/mo discount with eligible Autopay & Paperless bill (w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. One time install chrg may apply. Ltd. avail/areas.
AT&T vs. Xfinity: Recap
Pricing: Xfinity has lower starting prices, but AT&T’s cheapest plan comes with more speed.
TV + internet bundles: Only Xfinity offers TV service, so if you are looking for bundle deals and easy billing for internet and TV, Xfinity is the way to go.
Speed: AT&T has the fastest max speed (up to 4,700 Mbps*) and is likely to have faster upload speeds. It also has lower pricing on its gigabit plan than Xfinity.
Customer service and satisfaction: AT&T has consistently received higher customer satisfaction scores from the ACSI for both TV and internet service over the past three years.
AT&T vs. Xfinity FAQs
Does AT&T or Xfinity have the cheapest internet plan?
In many areas, Xfinity has lower introductory pricing than AT&T for similar services, but AT&T is likely to give you a better deal on faster internet speeds.
Does AT&T or Xfinity have the fastest internet plan?
Which provider has the fastest speed for your home depends on where you live. In many places, Xfinity has the fastest max advertised speeds. Their fastest plan has download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps, while AT&T’s fastest plan has download speeds up to 4,700 Mbps.*
Are AT&T, Xfinity and Comcast the same?
Comcast is Xfinity’s parent company. The Xfinity product name covers the internet and TV division of the company. AT&T and Comcast/Xfinity are separate entities. Comcast did purchase AT&T Broadband in 2002, which was AT&T’s TV division at that time. AT&T’s current TV line of products, which includes DIRECTV, AT&T TV and AT&T TV NOW, are not affiliated with Comcast or Xfinity.
*Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. Single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101. Updated as of 07/02/25.
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