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By Robin Layton Last updated: December 9, 2024

Google Fiber is a highly regarded fiber internet service, both for its price and its speed, but is only available in specific parts of the U.S.

  • Plans start at

    $70.00/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. Speeds may vary. As of 12/09/24.

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Best Google Fiber internet plans

Google Fiber overview

What we like

  • Reliably fast speeds – Google Fiber has symmetrical speeds, meaning if you sign up for 1,000 Mbps download speed, you’ll get the same in upload speed

  • Affordable prices – At $70 to $150/mo., Google Fiber’s plans are competitively priced

  • Freedom to roam the internet – Google Fiber doesn’t have contracts or data caps

Things to consider

  • Limited availability – Google Fiber is available in parts of 16 states

  • Limited options – Two plans are available to more cities and both are very fast and could be too much for a small household. The two higher speed plans are less available and might be best for a small business

  • Expensive setup cost – The one-time $300 fee is a bit steep

Google Fiber stands out among internet service providers for its top ratings in speed, pricing and customer service.

For most people, the Google Fiber 1000 plan provides incredible value. Gigabit speeds, both for uploads and downloads, are available at a reasonable monthly price of $70/mo. with no data caps, a mesh Wi-Fi network and no long-term contract. Whether you stream lots of content, play video games online or just want a reliable internet connection so you can do your school assignments or work at home, the Google Fiber 1000 plan is a great combination of affordability, speed and flexibility.

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Google Fiber internet rating

Allconnect Rating

4.34 / out of 5 stars

This score is based off of the 4 plans Google Fiber has available

Rating breakdown

  • Affordability

    3.39 / 5

  • Performance

    5.00 / 5

  • Value

    5.00 / 5

  • Customer satisfaction

    4.80 / 5

How we calculated our rating

How we scored internet providers

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.

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 1 to 5, 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 3 and 4. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 400 Mbps plan got a 4.16.

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.

Google Fiber plans and pricing

Google internet plans have four fiber internet options, with two being serviceable for most people in the coverage areas. Google Fiber 1000 offers upload and download speeds of 1,000 Mbps for $70/mo.

Google Fiber 5000 and 8000 are only available to select areas in certain cities as of late 2024.

*5 and 8 Gig plans are not available in all locations. As of 12/09/24.

Google Fiber availability

Google Fiber is only available in a limited number of cities, largely major metropolitan areas. In 2024, Google Fiber is coming to a handful of new cities in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Nevada, Missouri, Nebraska, South Carolina, Tennessee and Utah. Growth is occurring in North Carolina and Texas as well.

See our breakdown on Google Fiber availability.

Cities covered by Google Fiber

Google Fiber contracts, equipment and fees

Google Fiber requires some equipment to operate, but there is no installation fee. While there are no contracts, there is the potential to pay additional fees that you will want to be aware of.

  • Google Fiber contracts – Subscribers are not required to sign up for a long-term contract, so you have no early termination fees
  • Google Fiber equipment – There are no added equipment fees on Google’s monthly bill. A network box, fiber jack and router are provided at installation, which is free
  • Google Fiber cost and additional fees – A $10 service deposit is required but will be credited toward any fees charged to your account. There is also a one-time $300 construction fee, which is waived if you sign up for one year of Google Fiber. If you do have to pay the construction fee, you can choose to pay it in $25 increments rather than in a lump sum

Google Fiber internet with live TV service

Google doesn’t have its own TV service, but it does partner with streaming services like YouTube TV, fuboTV, Philo or Sling TV — four popular streaming live television services that offer a wide variety of channels, including local cable networks. 

Depending on which plan you select, bundling Google Fiber 1000 with a separate TV plan could be expensive. If you decide to cut the cable cord, you can also choose to subscribe to a live-streaming TV service separately for more control.

Compare Google Fiber plans, prices and speeds

In general, Google Fiber provides better speeds at more affordable prices than its competitors, and with more flexibility thanks to unlimited data and no long-term contracts. However, it is only available in a small number of locations, which means most people do not have access to it. 

Few competitors can match Google Fiber in every category. Some provide competitive internet speeds, like Xfinity, but it costs three times as much. Most internet service providers offering plans in a similar price range offer slower speeds. Many competitors like AT&T and Cox have monthly data caps. Spectrum has no data cap and offers competitive pricing but doesn’t match the upload or download speeds of Google Fiber.

*Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. As of 12/09/24.
**5G Home Internet: 5G Home plan at $35/mo. or 5G Home Plus plan at $45/mo. when combined with postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. Auto Pay & paper-free billing req’d. Availability varies. Subject to credit approval. Price guarantee: 2 yrs for 5G Home, 3 yrs for 5G Home Plus, for new Verizon Home Internet (“VHI”) households who have not subscribed to a VHI service within the last 90 days. Applies only to the then-current base monthly rate exclusive of any other setup and additional equipment charges, discounts or promotions, plan perk and any other third-party services.

What do customers think of Google Fiber?

Google Fiber appeared on the 2024 American Customer Satisfaction Index, ranking just below the 77/100 average for fiber providers with a score of 76/100. It was fifth behind AT&T Fiber, Frontier and CenturyLink Fiber.

In our customer satisfaction survey, Google Fiber customers were happy with their internet service. Read more about what customers think about Google Fiber below.

Google Fiber Customer Reviews:

144 customer reviews
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Google Fiber FAQs

How much is Google Fiber?

Google Fiber starts at $70/mo. for the Google Fiber 1000 plan. It can cost up to $100/mo. for the Google Fiber 2000 plan and up to $170/mo. with a fiber TV bundle.

Google Fiber is a broadband internet service started by Google. It provides gigabit speeds via fiber cables to homes and businesses in select cities across the U.S.

Webpass is a service that is a part of Google Fiber targeted for apartment complexes and commercial buildings. It provides gigabit internet service to the building, and subscribers can pay for access to the service, which is delivered wirelessly to the end user.

Currently, Google Fiber is only available in a handful of cities, mostly large metropolitan areas. You can find out if Google Fiber is available in your city by entering your ZIP code on the Google Fiber landing page.

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Robin Layton

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Robin Layton

Editor, Broadband Content

Robin Layton is an editor for the broadband marketplace Allconnect. She built her internet industry expertise writing and editing on the site since January 2020, as well as on Allconnect’s sister site MYMOVE.com… Read more

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