Xfinity is one of our favorite internet providers for seniors, thanks to their fast speeds, widespread availability, and bundling options. Read our Editorial Guidelines. Xfinity offers various internet plans with blazing speeds of up to 6, Mbps 6 Gbps. This provider made our list of the best internet providers for seniors.
They may be even cheaper β if you qualify. As a former Xfinity customer and SeniorLiving. My parents and partner are still Xfinity customers, so we are an Xfinity family through and through! For this review, I tested Xfinity using multiple criteria, from pricing and ease of setup to speeds and availability. Using my Xfinity internet. However, I appreciate that Xfinity still offers contract-free options.
Remember the plan pricing below excludes taxes, and plan names, details, and prices may vary by location. Customers eligible for the government's now-defunct Affordable Connectivity Program 2 may qualify for this plan. This plan is only available to new Xfinity customers who have not had an account with Xfinity or Comcast in the past 90 days and who do not owe a debt to Xfinity or Comcast.
While the Xfinity Internet Essentials plan is a solid option for many seniors β especially those who do not need to keep multiple devices or people connected concurrently β it is not limited to older adults. The primary benefit of Internet Essentials Plus is that you get double the speed: Mbps. That means you can use as much data as you like and still pay the same monthly price. This plan is best for older adults who are not eligible for the Xfinity Internet Essentials plan but still want a low-cost internet plan.
It features Mbps download speeds, which should be sufficient for most tasks but may slow down with heavy use. Money-Saving Tip: Most plans are designed for families using several devices. We recommend starting with a plan that offers less speed and upgrading as needed. Remember, however, that you must sign a one-year contract for the best rates. Additional equipment fees may also apply. Bring a modem and router if you want to save. This plan is best for older adults who use the internet regularly for various activities, including streaming TV from services like Netflix or Hulu or using multiple devices simultaneously.
