Fiber-Powered Internet

A fresh start deserves fast, Fiber-powered Internet

Max Speed

8 Gbps

Starting at

$35/mo

contracts

None

data caps

None

Quick Verdict

Optimum is a strong regional provider serving the Northeast with competitive pricing, no data caps, and no annual contracts. Available in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and select other markets. Where fiber is available Optimum delivers symmetrical speeds up to 8 Gbps making it one of the fastest options in its coverage area.

Best For

Households in the Northeast wanting fiber internet

Speeds

100 Mbps – 8 Gbps

Promo Pricing

Starting at $35/mo

Contract

No annual contract required

Technology

Fiber-Powered Internet

No Data Caps

Browse the web, stream 4K, and play online with no limits

Optimum Internet Plans & Pricing

300 Mbps Internet

300 Mbps

$35

/mo

1 Year Price Lock
  • No annual contract
  • No data caps
  • Free installation on select plans
  • Gateway free for 12mo.
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500 Mbps Internet

500 Mbps

$45

/mo

1 Year Price Lock
  • No annual contract
  • No data caps
  • Free installation on select plans
  • Gateway free for 12mo.
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1 Gig Internet

1 Gig

$55

/mo

1 Year Price Lock
  • No annual contract
  • No data caps
  • Free installation on select plans
  • Gateway free for 12mo.
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2 Gig Internet

2 Gigs

$65

/mo

1 Year Price Lock
  • No annual contract
  • No data caps
  • Free installation on select plans
  • Gateway free for 12mo.
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8 Gig Internet

8 Gigs

$90

/mo

1 Year Price Lock
  • No annual contract
  • No data caps
  • Free installation on select plans
  • Gateway free for 12mo.
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Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 877-794-2724 or by logging into account at optimum.net. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in WV. Price reflects $10/mo off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both.  No discount w/ credit cards. Offer for new residential customers. Former Optimum seasonal customers or customers previously not in good standing not eligible for promo. Acct with unpaid bill after due date is not in good standing. Offer is not transferable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply.

What’s Included With Every Plan

Equipment

Gateway free for 12 months.

No Data Caps

Included with every internet plan

No Contracts

Included with every internet plan

24/7 Support

From Optimum Customer Service

Optimum Mobile Ready

Compatible with Optimum Mobile

Free Installation

For new customers

Optimum TV Plans

Entertainment TV

70+ Live Channels

$30

/mo

W/Internet plan and elig. Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount, plus taxes & fees.

20+ apps from popular networks

HGTV & Discovery for lifestyle shows and real-life stories you can’t stop watching.

AMC & Paramount Network for the big, binge worthy dramas.

Hallmark & Lifetime for the cozy movies you love coming home to.

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No streaming apps.

Extra TV

125+ Live Channels

$95

/mo

W/Internet plan and elig. Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount, plus taxes & fees.

Over $500 in app value included

25+ apps – including select apps from Entertainment TV

NBC, CBS, ABC, & FOX
ESPN for national sports

CNN, MS NOW, FOX news for staying up-to-date

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Includes:

Everything TV

200+ Live Channels

$150

/mo

W/Internet plan and elig. Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount, plus taxes & fees.

Over $600 in app value included

50+ apps – including ALL apps from Extra TV

Watch pro & college sports on NFL Network, SEC, ACC, and Big Ten Networks

Tennis & Golf Channels

STARZ Encore, FXM & TCM for movie nights

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Includes:

Ready to get Started with Optimum?

Check availability at your address or call now to lock in promo pricing

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Optimum Mobile Plans & Pricing

Unlimited Plus Premium

$45

/mo

Per line | Optimum Internet required
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  • Nationwide coverage on America’s largest 5G network
  • Unlimited data, talk & text with premium high-speed data for daily use
  • 5 GB Mobile Hotspot

Unlimited Plus

$55

/mo

Per line | Optimum Internet required
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  • Nationwide coverage on America’s largest 5G network
  • Unlimited data, talk & text with extra premium high-speed data for more of what you love
  • Includes outbound calls & texts and 5 GB roaming in Canada, Mexico & the Dominican Republic
  • 15 GB Mobile Hotspot

‡3+ lines req’d. 1 number tra*Optimum Complete discount $20 credit per month on internet service for speeds 300M & above, with req’d mobile signup must be completed within 30 days of Internet, otherwise Internet billed at current promotional rate (subject to change at any time). Offer for current residential customers. Former Optimum seasonal customers or customers previously not in good standing not eligible for promo. Acct with unpaid bill after due date is not in good standing. Offer is not transferable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Requires unlimited or unlimited max mobile plan to qualify. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply.

1Quality of service (QoS): Optimum Mobile leverages T-Mobile 4G LTE and 5G networks to deliver nationwide network coverage. After reaching 20 GB (for Unlimited data plans) or 50 GB (for Unlimited Max data plans) data is reduced to 3G (512 Kbps) speeds for remainder of bill cycle. Subject to this QoS policy, tethering at 600 Kbps and video streaming at SD quality (about 480p), for by the Gig plans, and after 5 GB of tethered data usage for Unlimited Data plan. For Unlimited Max plan, speeds will be reduced to 3G (512 Kbps) after 15 GB of tethered data usage in a month for the remainder of the billing period, and streaming video will be at HD quality (720p). Domestic off-net (roaming) at 2G speeds. See our Broadband Disclosure for additional performance and network management details.

Unlimited Plan Multi-line Savings: $20/mo. pricing reflects per line charge for talk, text and Unlimited data. Requires 3+ lines of service. Autopay required. Other terms and conditions apply.

Unlimited & Unlimited Max plan details: AutoPay required. New Optimum Mobile lines only, cannot be applied to existing lines of service. Other monthly charges apply per line, including $25 activation fee, and may include roaming charges, taxes, government fees and other Optimum Mobile fees and surcharges (including USF fee). Pricing, offer and terms subject to change at any time. Data options may be switched at any time during bill cycle. Downgrade limited to 1x per bill cycle and effective with following bill cycle. Upgrades effective immediately.

Other restrictions: Credit approval may be required. Offer subject to discontinuance at any time, not available everywhere or for all phones/networks, and may not be combined with any other Optimum Mobile offers. Other terms and conditions apply; see optimum.com/mobile/plan for plan details. All rights reserved. © CSC Holdings, LLC.

2Savings claim against Verizon based on comparison of 3 lines of service with Optimum Mobile Unlimited plan vs Verizon Unlimited Welcome plan, without Auto Pay, as of 3/12/26. Savings claim against AT&T based on comparison of 3 lines of service with Optimum Mobile Unlimited plan vs AT&T Unlimited Value 2.0 plan, with Auto Pay, as of 3/12/26.nsfer or device financing req’d. Savings via bill credits.

Optimum for Working From Home

  • 300 Mbps handles multiple video calls simultaneously
  • No data caps means no worrying about usage during heavy work weeks
  • Reliable cable and fiber network with consistent speeds during business hours
  • 24/7 support keeps you connected when something goes wrong

Optimum for Online & Competitive Gaming

  • 8 Gig plan delivers sub-10ms latency for competitive gaming
  • No throttling during peak gaming hours, game with no worries!
  • Fiber available in select markets for symmetrical upload speeds
  • Consistent performance even during neighborhood peak hours

Benfits of Using Optimum Internet

  • No data caps on any Optimum internet plan
  • No annual contract or early termination fees
  • Speeds up to 8 Gbps where fiber is available
  • Gateway free for 12 months

How to Save with Optimum

Bundle with Optimum TV

Add Optimum TV to your internet plan and save on your combined monthly bill

Add Optimum Mobile

Bundle Optimum Mobile with your internet plan for additional savings. Optimum Internet required

Free installation promotions

New customers often qualify for free installation on select plans. Ask your agent about current offers

Start with Optimum 300

Don’t overpay for speed you don’t need. 300 Mbps handles most households of 1-3 people comfortably

AutoPay discount

Enroll in AutoPay to save on your monthly bill automatically

Installation Options

Express Connect Kit

Set up on your own schedule. Everything you need is included in the kit.

  • Everything ships to your door — router, cables, and setup guide included
  • No appointment needed — set up on your own schedule
  • Most customers are online in under 30 minutes

Installation Fee

$0

Professional Installation

A Optimum technician handles everything from setup to testing.

  • A certified Optimum technician comes to your home and handles everything
  • Full wiring setup, router placement, and testing included
  • Best option for larger homes or multi-room setups

Installation Fee

$50

Service Activation Fee of $20/mo applies to all new internet installations effective April 29, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Optimum is a regional internet provider serving the Northeast United States. It offers cable and fiber internet plans with no data caps and no annual contracts. Coverage is strongest in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Enter your zip code above or call us at (888) 224-5870 to check availability at your address.

Optimum serves the Northeast primarily in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and parts of Pennsylvania. Availability varies by address. Enter your zip code above or call us at (888) 224-5870 and we’ll check your exact address instantly.

No. Optimum internet plans have no monthly data caps. You can stream, download, upload, and game as much as you want without overage fees or speed throttling on any Optimum internet plan.

No. Optimum internet plans have no annual contract and no early termination fees. You can cancel at any time without penalty. This applies to all Optimum internet plans from 300 Mbps up to 8 Gbps.

Optimum Mobile is a wireless service available to Optimum Internet customers. Plans start at $45/mo per line for unlimited data. Optimum Internet is required to subscribe to Optimum Mobile. Call us at (888) 224-5870 to find out about current Optimum Mobile promotions.

Optimum offers speeds from 300 Mbps up to 8 Gbps depending on the plan and your location. The 8 Gig plan is one of the fastest residential internet plans available in the US. Most households are well served by the 300 Mbps or 500 Mbps plans. Enter your zip code to see which speeds are available at your address.

Yes. Optimum offers fiber internet in select markets within its coverage area. Where fiber is available speeds go up to 8 Gbps with symmetrical upload and download. Cable internet is available in areas where fiber hasn’t reached yet. Enter your zip code to check if fiber is available at your address.

Optimum, Spectrum, and Verizon Fios all serve the Northeast with no data caps and no annual contracts. Optimum offers the fastest max speeds at 8 Gbps where fiber is available. Spectrum has wider national coverage but lower max speeds at 2 Gbps. Verizon Fios offers pure fiber with symmetrical speeds but is available in fewer locations. If Optimum is available at your address it is a strong competitor to both.

 INTERNET

300 Mbps Internet service auto-renews monthly at $35/mo. + taxes & fees for 12 months, after which price will go up no more than $15/mo. per year until standard rates reached.
 
500 Mbps Internet service auto-renews monthly at $45/mo + taxes & fees for 12 months, after which price will go up no more than $15/mo. per year until standard rates reached.
 
1 Gig Internet service auto-renews monthly at $55/mo. + taxes & fees for 36 months, after which price will go up no more than $15/mo. per year until standard rates reached.
 
Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 877-794-2724 or by logging into account at optimum.net. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in WV. Price reflects $10/mo off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both. No discount w/ credit cards. Offer for new residential customers. Former Optimum seasonal customers or customers previously not in good standing not eligible for promo. Acct with unpaid bill after due date is not in good standing. Offer is not transferable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply.
 
300 MBPS INTERNET: Up to 300 Mbps download/up to 20 Mbps upload. Speeds, prices & availability vary by area. Enter your address to see speed availability in your area. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed. The speed of Internet packages with unlimited data will reduce during periods of local network congestion. Wireless speed, performance & availability sbjct to factors beyond Optimum’s control.
 
500 MBPS INTERNET: Up to 500 Mbps download/up to 20 Mbps upload. Speeds, prices & availability vary by area. Enter your address to see speed availability in your area. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed. The speed of Internet packages with unlimited data will reduce during periods of local network congestion. Wireless speed, performance & availability sbjct to factors beyond Optimum’s control.
 
1 GIG INTERNET: Up to 940 Mbps download/up to 35 Mbps upload. Speeds, prices & availability vary by area. Enter your address to see speed availability in your area. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed. The speed of Internet packages with unlimited data will reduce during periods of local network congestion. Wireless speed, performance & availability sbjct to factors beyond Optimum’s control.
 
INTERNET EQUIP, TAXES & FEES: For online orders, standard rates for professional installation may apply where free Self-Setup is available. Gateway fee auto-renews monthly at $0/mo. + taxes & fees for 12 months, after which price will go up no more than $5/mo. per year until standard rates reached. Limit 1 per household. Min system req’s & equip configs apply.
 
CONTRACT BUYOUT: Must provide copy of bill from competing provider, in same name and at same address, showing early termination fee (ETF) amount and that you were an active customer with the competitor at time of sale without a past due balance. Bill may be submitted by email to CompetitorProof@alticeusa.com. Once all documents are received, you will receive a bill credit covering ETF amount up to max of $100 within 6-8 weeks provided account is maintained in good standing.
 
$50 Card of choice available with 1 Gig Internet & above.
 
60-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE: 60-day money-back guarantee is only for the Internet service monthly fee, Mobile monthly service and Mobile activation fees. Optimum must be contacted within first 60 days of service to receive full refund. Customers without remaining account balance will receive refund to original payment method. Customers with remaining account balances will receive a bill credit. Mobile devices purchases and financing not refundable. 21-day Mobile device return policy applies (subject to $50 restocking fee).
 
60-DAY INSTALL / ACTIVATION REIMBURSEMENT: Optimum must be contacted within first 60 days of service to receive reimbursement of Internet competitor installation fee (up to $100) and/or Mobile competitor activation charges (up to $25). Customer must provide 1st bill reflecting installation/activation charges with competitor within 60 days of disconnection. Internet customers will be notified via email regarding how to submit new provider bill(s) for reimbursement. Mobile customers, visit Optimum.com FAQ page for details on how to submit new provider bill for reimbursement. Eligible customers will receive a virtual Prepaid Mastercard® with reimbursement amount within approx. 2 weeks of validation.
 
OPTIMUM PREPAID MASTERCARD: Limit 1 per customer, per service. Virtual card is issued by Pathward®, N.A., Member FDIC, pursuant to license by Mastercard International Incorporated. Mastercard and the circles design are registered trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated. No cash access or recurring payments. Virtual card can be used where Debit Mastercard is accepted online, for phone/mail orders or in stores that accept mobile wallet. Virtual card valid for up to 6 months; unused funds will forfeit after the valid thru date. Terms and conditions apply.
 
99.9% reliability claim excludes outages caused by external events and scheduled maintenance.
 
Smart WiFi 6 claim based on comparison of maximum theoretical speeds for Optimum’s Smart WiFi 6 (802.11ax) and Smart WiFi 5 (802.11ac) gateways. Coverage varies based on normal use and building conditions. Actual range and performance can vary.
 
SecureWiFi+ requires maintenance of Internet service and SecureWifi+ (Whole Home Wifi and Advanced Security)
 
Internet service auto-renews monthly + taxes & fees for 36 months, after which price will go up no more than $15/mo. per year until standard rates reached.
 
Whole Home Wifi auto-renews monthly at $5/mo. + taxes & fees. Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 877-694-9474. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in CT & NJ. Whole Home WiFi is available for purchase to enhance wireless connectivity throughout a subscriber’s residence. Coverage varies based on normal use and building conditions. Actual range and performance can vary. For other services and supplies (add’l equip., install, paper bill, device protection, misc. services, etc.) taxes may apply.
 
Advanced Security auto-renews monthly at $5.00/mo. + taxes & fees. Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 877-694-9474. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in CT, NJ & WV.
 
Advanced Security works only with compatible Gateway provided by Optimum. Service may take up to 30 minutes to activate once the Optimum equipment is installed. This Service is not antivirus or firewall software and does not protect against inbound network attacks. It blocks domains only if Optimum, at its discretion, identifies them as potentially malicious or if the Customer configures web filtering to block them. Customer is solely responsible for configuring web filtering policies and managing connected devices and profiles, and Optimum has no liability for these configurations.
 
Pricing, offers, and terms subject to change and discontinuance w/o notice. All trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owner. © 2026 CSC Holdings, LLC.
 
 TV

Movies On Demand titles available at an additional charge. Service availability, equipment needed, and pricing may vary. VOD is not available in all areas. Not all programs available in VOD format. Check local system for details. An SD or HD digital cable box is required. On Demand is not available on certain devices such as CableCARDs or Digital Tuning Adapters (DTA).
 
Disney, All Rights Reserved, Disney Entertainment
 
© 2026 Showtime Networks Inc., a Paramount Company. SHOWTIME and related marks are trademarks of Showtime Networks Inc. Paramount+ and related marks are trademarks of Paramount Pictures Corporation. Individual programs, devices and marks are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.
 
Starz® and related channels and service marks are the property of Starz Entertainment, LLC. All other titles and related trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Visit starz.com for airdates/times. Power Book II: Ghost © MMXXIII Lions Gate Television Inc. All rights reserved.
 
Max subscription includes access to Max app, HBO channels and On Demand. For specific technical requirements for devices, go to help.max.com. Max is used under license. Use of Max is subject to its own terms and conditions, see max.com/terms-of-use/en-us for details. Programming and content subject to change.
 
**Offer valid for new customers only. Cloud DVR (25 hours) included in select 1 Gig Internet + TV and 1 Gig Internet + TV + phone packages at no extra cost. Restrictions apply.
 
Must be an Optimum TV customer to enjoy built-in apps.
 
News 12 and News12+ are not available in all areas.
 
Programming, pricing, terms and offers subject to change and discontinuance without notice. Optimum, the Optimum family of marks and Optimum logos are registered trademarks of CSC Holdings, LLC, ©2026 CSC Holdings, LLC.
 
 
MOBILE

*Optimum Complete discount $20 credit per month on internet service for speeds 300M & above, with req’d mobile signup must be completed within 30 days of Internet, otherwise Internet billed at current promotional rate (subject to change at any time). Offer for current residential customers. Former Optimum seasonal customers or customers previously not in good standing not eligible for promo. Acct with unpaid bill after due date is not in good standing. Offer is not transferable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Requires unlimited or unlimited max mobile plan to qualify. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply.
 
Quality of service (QoS): Optimum Mobile leverages T-Mobile 4G LTE and 5G networks to deliver nationwide network coverage. After reaching 20 GB (for Unlimited data plans) or 50 GB (for Unlimited Max data plans) data is reduced to 3G (512 Kbps) speeds for remainder of bill cycle. Subject to this QoS policy, tethering at 600 Kbps and video streaming at SD quality (about 480p), for by the Gig plans, and after 5 GB of tethered data usage for Unlimited Data plan. For Unlimited Max plan, speeds will be reduced to 3G (512 Kbps) after 15 GB of tethered data usage in a month for the remainder of the billing period, and streaming video will be at HD quality (720p). Domestic off-net (roaming) at 2G speeds. See our Broadband Disclosure for additional performance and network management details.
 
Unlimited Plan Multi-line Savings: $20/mo. pricing reflects per line charge for talk, text and Unlimited data. Requires 3+ lines of service. Autopay required. Other terms and conditions apply.
 
Unlimited & Unlimited Max plan details: AutoPay required. New Optimum Mobile lines only, cannot be applied to existing lines of service. Other monthly charges apply per line, including $25 activation fee, and may include roaming charges, taxes, government fees and other Optimum Mobile fees and surcharges (including USF fee). Pricing, offer and terms subject to change at any time. Data options may be switched at any time during bill cycle. Downgrade limited to 1x per bill cycle and effective with following bill cycle. Upgrades effective immediately.
 
Other restrictions: Credit approval may be required. Offer subject to discontinuance at any time, not available everywhere or for all phones/networks, and may not be combined with any other Optimum Mobile offers. Other terms and conditions apply; see optimum.com/mobile/plan for plan details. All rights reserved. © CSC Holdings, LLC.
 
– Savings claim against Verizon based on comparison of 3 lines of service with Optimum Mobile Unlimited plan vs Verizon Unlimited Welcome plan, without Auto Pay, as of 3/12/26. Savings claim against AT&T based on comparison of 3 lines of service with Optimum Mobile Unlimited plan vs AT&T Unlimited Value 2.0 plan, with Auto Pay, as of 3/12/26.
 
– Savings claim against Verizon based on comparison of 2+ lines of service with the Optimum Mobile Unlimited Max plan vs Verizon Unlimited Plus, without Auto Pay, as of 8/11/25. Savings claim against AT&T based on comparison of 2+ lines of service with Optimum Mobile Unlimited Max plan vs AT&T Unlimited Extra plan, with Autopay, as of 8/11/25.
 
– Savings claim against Verizon based on comparison of 3 lines of service with Optimum Mobile Unlimited plan vs Verizon Unlimited Welcome plan, without Auto Pay, as of 3/12/26. Savings claim against AT&T based on comparison of 3 lines of service with Optimum Mobile Unlimited plan vs AT&T Unlimited Value 2.0 plan, with Auto Pay, as of 3/12/26.