Cox Gigablast internet

By Ari Howard Last updated: August 9, 2024

Gigablast is the fastest Cox internet plan, delivering download speeds up to 1000 Mbps. See how Gigablast compares to other Cox internet plans, as well as similar gigabit plans from other providers.

  • Speeds up to 1000 Mbps starting at:

    $99.99/mo.

    *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. Last updated 02/22/23.

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What is Cox Gigablast?

Cox Gigablast is a Cox internet package that delivers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps or “1 Gig.” With internet speeds this fast, you can connect more devices and enjoy more online activities.

Cox internet is available in 19 states, but its Gigablast plan is available only in limited areas within Cox’s service footprint. Gigablast runs on a fiber optic network and has a data cap of 1.25 TB/mo., but this is usually more than enough data for most users.

Another benefit of Cox Gigablast is access to free security and antivirus software. Keep in mind, however, that although Cox’s 1 Gig plan starts below $100/mo., after the first year the price will increase by around $20/mo.

Cox Gigablast plan details

*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. Last updated 02/22/23.

What we like about Cox Gigablast

  • Fast download speeds

  • Bundling options with TV and phone

  • Over 4 million Wi-Fi hotspots available

Things to consider

  • Slower upload speeds

  • Price increase after the first year

Cox Gigablast bundles

Bundle Cox Gigablast internet with TV or home phone services to maximize your savings and simplify your monthly bill. Cox Gigablast bundled with TV and phone totals at $218.99/mo., but with just the Gigablast and TV bundle you’ll pay around $198.99/mo. Keep in mind that the prices of each bundle will increase after the first year. 

Take a look at some bundles that may be available near your location. 

*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. Last updated 02/22/23.

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Is Cox Gigablast worth it?

If you’re thinking about upgrading to Cox Gigablast, here are a few things you’ll want to consider beforehand:

  • Are there multiple internet users in your home? 
  • Are there multiple devices in your home, including smart home devices, smartphones and laptops?
  • Do you enjoy streaming in HD, gaming and downloading large files instantaneously?

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, Cox Gigablast can enhance your internet experience. 

What comes with Cox Gigablast

  • Cox Complete Care

    With any Cox Gigablast internet plan, you can add Cox Complete Care advanced tech support for in-home tech visits free of charge, a dedicated customer service number (877.COX.ASST), troubleshooting and more.

  • 650,000+ Wi-Fi hotspots

    Cox has free nationwide hotspots at all of the places you shop, work and eat. Simply hop online and connect to a Cox Wi-Fi wireless network using your Cox User ID and password so you don’t waste your data.

  • Cox Security Suite Plus

    Cox Security Suite Plus is free with every Cox internet plan and helps protect from viruses and spyware, identity theft and more. Got multiple devices? Cox covers Android and iOS tablets and smartphones as well as equipment with Windows 7 and higher or Mac OS X.

How does Cox Gigablast compare?

When shopping for internet service, you’ll want to compare service between providers and the plans each provider has to offer. Here’s a look at how Cox Gigablast compares to similar plans from other providers and to other Cox internet plans.

How Cox Gigablast compares to other Gig plans

Nearly every major cable or fiber provider offers a gigabit plan. Cox’s version of gigabit service is fairly similar to other providers in many ways.

  • Starting price: $99.99/mo. is a little higher than most. Some providers offer gig service for around $80/mo.
  • Speeds: 1000 Mbps download is comparable to the competition; 35 Mbps upload is not. Providers like CenturyLink offer equal upload and download speeds of 940 Mbps.
  • Data caps: 1.25 TB/mo. is higher than most providers with a data cap, but many like Spectrum, Verizon and AT&T do not have data caps.
  • Equipment cost: $10.99/mo. is lower than most device rental fees and there’s an option to use your own.

Cox Gigablast vs. other Gig internet providers

Cox’s Gigablast plan is on the more expensive end when you compare it to other major providers. It also offers slower upload speeds than the other providers and imposes a data cap, which most other providers did not for their Gig plan.

*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. Last updated 02/22/23.
**Wireless speeds may vary.

Final take

While Cox Gigablast is Cox’s fastest internet plan, it falls short compared to other providers’ gigabit plans. Unlike other providers like AT&T or CenturyLink, Cox’s Gigablast plan does not have symmetrical download and upload speeds. Gigablast also has some hefty price increases in the second year.

If you’re looking for the best fiber gigabit plan on the market, you will probably be better off with another provider — but if you’re satisfied with its gigabit speeds, then it’s still a decent fiber option.

Cox Gigablast FAQs

Is Cox Gigablast available in my area?

Internet speeds up to 1000 Mbps are available in 97% of Cox coverage areas, according to the FCC. So if you live in an area serviceable for Cox internet, there is a good chance Gigablast will be available at your address.

No. Cox Gigablast is subject to the same data caps as other Cox plans, 1.25 TB/mo. Going over your data limit may result in an added fee of $10 per 50 GB block needed to compensate for your data overage.

With download speeds up to 1000 Mbps, Gigablast is the fastest internet plan from Cox. Upload speeds can reach 1000 Mbps or 35 Mbps, depending on which network type is available at your address.

In many locations, yes, Gigablast uses a fiber connection capable of delivering symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 1000 Mbps. In locations where Cox’s fiber network does not yet reach, Cox uses a cable network.

*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. As of 02/22/23.

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Ari Howard

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Ari Howard

Associate Writer, Broadband & Wireless Content

Ari Howard is a staff writer Healthline and spent two years as a writer on the Allconnect team. She specialized in broadband news and studies, particularly relating to internet access, digital safety, broadband-… Read more

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