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Best no-contract internet service providers

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Robin Layton

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Anine Sus

Last updated: May 7, 2025

Explore top choices for no-contract internet providers. Our broadband experts help you find the perfect plan that fits your needs.

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Top 5 no-contract internet providers

att
Best value
  • Speeds – 10 Mbps – 4,700 Mbps
  • Prices starting at – $55.00/mo.
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spectrum
Best for availability
  • Speeds – 100 – 1,000 Mbps
  • Prices starting at – $30.00/mo.*
  • Data caps – None
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google-fiber
Best for gig speeds
  • Speeds – 1,000 – 8,000 Mbps
  • Prices starting at – $70.00/mo.
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verizon
Best overall
  • Speeds – 300 – 2,000 Mbps
  • Prices starting at – $34.99/mo. with mobile plan
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starry
Best for renters
  • Speeds – 100 – 1,000 Mbps
  • Prices starting at – $30.00/mo.
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*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 ADVANTAGE: Offer based on eligibility requirements. Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2025 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Updated as of 05/07/25.

Compare no-contract internet providers

Service term agreements are common when signing up for home services such as internet and TV, but you don’t always have to commit to one.

Depending on the available internet providers in your area, you could have internet options from providers that allow you to pay as you go instead of signing a long-term contract. Opting for an internet provider that doesn’t require a contract could make it easier to cancel or transfer service to a new address without being hit with early termination fees.

*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 05/07/25.
**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 ADVANTAGE: Offer based on eligibility requirements. Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2025 Charter Communications, all rights reserved.
**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. Capable modem required for all Gig speeds. For a list of 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. ©2025 Charter Communications, all rights reserved.
***Above pricing 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.
†Verizon mobile plan, Auto Pay & paper-free billing required. Add’l. cost without mobile plan. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Fios avail. in select areas. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limits, multiple users, network & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. **w/ Auto Pay and paper-free billing discount + taxes & equip. charges. © 2025 Verizon.

What is a no-contract internet plan?

A no-contract internet plan is exactly what it sounds like: an internet plan that doesn’t require you to sign a contract when you sign up, therefore not locking you into a term agreement that could penalize you if you cancel service before the term ends.

When choosing no-contract home internet, consider price, speed and availability. Hidden fees can drive up your monthly price. Check your speed needs before you pick a plan, and remember, while prepaid internet is a no-contract internet service, not all no-contract internet providers are prepaid.

Pros

  • Cancel anytime

  • Flexibility

  • Short commitment

Cons

  • Cancellation fees

  • Higher prices

  • Extra fees

Expert tip: Prepaid internet cards are not recommended for home internet

You may come across prepaid internet cards at your local retailer or gas station, but these cards are intended more for mobile data than home internet use. Prepaid internet cards require you to already have some sort of service connection, such as mobile service or a Wi-Fi hotspot device, but are not typically compatible with standard home internet connections.

Top pay-as-you-go internet plans

*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. **Wireless speeds may vary. Updated as of 05/07/25.

Our recommendations for contract-free internet service include a mix of prepaid services and traditional internet services that simply require no contract. Keep in mind that not all providers or their contract-free plans will be available in all areas. Check out some providers that offer no-contract, prepaid and month-to-month internet.

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Our methodology

We compared all the major internet providers that offer a no-contract option. We considered pricing, speeds, data caps, equipment fees and availability in order to come up with the top 5 best contract-free internet options.

We compared all the major internet providers that offer a no-contract option. We considered pricing, speeds, data caps, equipment fees and availability in order to come up with the top five best contract-free internet options. We did not choose all the fastest options or the cheapest options for our list, but instead chose five internet plans that offer distinct benefits in order to ensure all customer’s needs are met.

No-contract internet FAQs

What is the best no-contract internet plan?

AT&T, Verizon Fios, Kinetic, Frontier and Google Fiber are some of the best fiber internet providers that offer no-contract plan options. Fiber internet is the best internet available, so check if one of these providers is available near you and choose from speeds ranging from 100 to 8,000 Mbps.

Prepaid internet lets you pay for service either month to month or by “refilling” your service for a set number of days. Prepaid service typically comes with slower speeds or higher initial costs than traditional internet service, but allows customers to avoid contracts, credit checks or deposits. The top prepaid internet providers are Cox, AT&T and Xfinity.

Pay-as-you-go internet is the same as prepaid internet, as it allows you to pay in advance for the service you need and “refill” it as necessary.

Most providers allow you to cancel service, but if still under contract, you may be required to pay an early termination fee (ETF). The ETF may be a flat fee or variable depending on how many months are left on your contract. As long as you pay the ETF, cancelling your internet service agreement early should have no impact on your credit, but failure to pay the fee could hurt your credit if the internet provider turns your account over to a collection agency.

Most internet providers require a contract to guarantee they will recoup the cost of supplying internet to your address. For example, satellite internet providers Hughesnet and Viasat both require a two-year contract. Considering the costs of equipment and installation (which is typically waived for new customers) these providers need more of a guarantee the customer will keep the service long enough for them to recoup their cost of supplying service.

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Robin Layton

Written by:

Robin Layton

Senior Editor, Broadband Content

Robin Layton is a Senior Editor for Allconnect, dedicated to helping consumers navigate the often-complex world of internet service providers. With 30 years of experience in journalism and marketing, Robin empow… Read more

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