Comcast Xfinity v.s. Verizon Fios
The rival ISP providers:
Xfinity:
- Pro: Allows you to choose your own cable modem and router resulting in tremendous flexibility and control. This can be critical for advanced users.
- Pro: Free Norton 360 Security Suite
- Pro: An vast network of Wi-Fi hotspots for Xfinity users.
- Pro: Lower price starting from $65 (regular, not promotion)
- Con: Lower speeds 25/5 Mbps (more than adequate for most users)
Fios
- Pro: Higher speeds 50/35 Mbps
- Con: Requires certain gateways. This can be a critical issue for advanced users.
- Con: No free security package. Norton 360 costs about $5/month
- Con: Very few Wi-Fi hot spots
- Con: Higher price $85. However, it has a 24-month contract discount of $5. You often get additional special discount $20 for a 24-month contract.
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| One Time Charges: | Charge |
| Fios Setup @ $80 | Fee Waived |