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RCN internet plans are available from speeds of 10 Mbps to 1,000 Mbps. Plan selection and pricing varies by the location of your serviceable location.

  • RCN internet

    Speeds up to 10 Mbps starting at:

    $19.99/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 03/02/21.

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Taylor Gadsden Last updated: March 4, 2021

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RCN is a prominent provider in Boston, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and Lehigh Valley. The cable provider has seven internet plans you may shop and delivers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps via fiber optic connection depending on where you’re located. DSL service is also available in a limited area of RCN coverage areas.

Your service comes with no contract agreement and free standard Wi-Fi service to wirelessly extend your connection throughout your entire home. You’ll also be able to take advantage of RCN’s Service Protection Plan so a technician’s visit is free of charge if you ever experience problems with your RCN internet.

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RCN internet plans and prices

*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 03/02/21.

What we like:

  • Plenty of internet plans to choose from, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps

  • No data caps

  • No contract required for service

What to consider:

  • Limited provider availability

  • Connection types and plan costs vary by coverage area

RCN connection types

RCN primarily uses a cable internet network, but may also use a DSL or fiber optic network in select locations to offer gig-speeds. Depending on your location and which RCN internet plan you choose, your connection could include a cable, fiber optic or DSL connection, or a hybrid or multiple network types.

RCN cable

RCN cable internet is available to 98% of those in RCN service areas. Speeds range from 50 to 500 Mbps. Cable internet offers faster speeds than DSL, but speeds can slow at peak usage times.

Fiber optic internet often supports the fastest, most reliable internet service, and is the foundation for RCN’s Gig Internet. Available to roughly 18% of serviceable areas, RCN fiber optic offers customers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps or 1 Gbps.

Less than 5% of households in RCN-serviceable areas have access to their DSL service. As an older internet technology, DSL doesn’t deliver the speeds you’d get with cable or fiber optic internet, but may offer lower-priced internet plans.

Expert tip: If available in your area, go with a fiber optic internet provider. Fiber has a great reputation for reliability and the fastest speeds money can buy. 

How fast is RCN internet?

RCN internet speeds start at 10 Mbps and max out at up to 1,000 Mbps in most RCN service areas. When it comes to which RCN internet plan is right for you, “fast” internet to one household may not seem very fast to another. Consider the amount of users in your home and the activities you enjoy when selecting a RCN internet plan.

25 Mbps

Best for: 1-3 users who enjoy light browsing, streaming and downloading a few large files

Best for: 1-3 users who enjoy moderate browsing, streaming in 4K and downloading large files quickly

Best for: Multiple users who enjoy heavy browsing, gaming, streaming in 4K, downloading large files, hosting video chats and connecting smart home devices.

Best for: Unlimited users who enjoy heavy browsing, gaming streaming in 4K, downloading large files quickly, hosting multi-user video chats and connecting smart home devices

Use our speed test to see what speeds you are getting from your provider, and check out our tips for boosting your Wi-Fi speeds. If you’re interested in faster internet speeds, shop internet plans from top providers in your area, like RCN.

Compare RCN to the competition

RCN AT&T
Starting price at
$19.99/mo.* $35.00/mo.*
Internet Speeds
100 – 1,000 Mbps 5 Mbps – 940 Mbps
Data cap
None 1 TB/mo. DSL, unlimited with AT&T Fiber
Contract
No contract agreement One year or no contract

*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 03/02/21.

RCN internet FAQs

What is RCN’s fastest internet plan?

The fastest internet plan RCN offers is the Gig Internet plan with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. This plan also features a fiber optic connection which is considered the most reliable connection on the market. 

Both RCN and Xfinity are primarily cable providers although they are different and have different price points. They do, however, have similar speed ranges. Xfinity has a larger coverage area, so you may be able to find Xfinity services a bit easier than with RCN. 

Save money on your monthly bill by bundling TV, internet and home phone services with RCN. You’ll enjoy exclusive savings on your services and simplify your monthly bills.

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Taylor Gadsden

Written by:

Taylor Gadsden

Writer, Broadband & Wireless Content

Taylor is a veteran member of the Allconnect content team and has spearheaded a number of projects, including a data piece on the top fiber cities in the U.S. and a troubleshooting guide on how to connect your p… Read more

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Editor, Broadband & Wireless Content

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