Optimum Internet Plans, Prices & Review 2026

Fiber-powered Internet

A fresh start deserves fast, Fiber-powered Internet

1 Gig Internet

$45

/mo

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Max Speed

8 Gbps

Starting at

$40/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 fast cable or fiber internet with no contracts or data caps

Speeds

300 Mbps – 8 Gbps

Promo Pricing

Starting at $40/mo

Contract

No annual contract required

Technology

Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial and Fiber (FTTH in select areas)

Savings Guarantee

None on any Optimum internet plan

Optimum Internet Plans & Pricing

Promo pricing for 12 months. No Contracts, No Data Caps

*300 Mbps Internet

300 Mbps

$25

/mo

for 5 year

No annual contract
No data caps
Free installation on select plans
WiFi router included

w/ elig. $10/mo. Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount plus taxes & fees

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*500 Mbps Internet

500 Mbps

$35

/mo

for 5 year

No annual contract
No data caps
Free installation on select plans
WiFi router included

w/ elig. $10/mo. Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount plus taxes & fees

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*1 Gig Internet

1 Gig Internet

$45

/mo

for 5 year

No annual contract
No data caps
Free installation on select plans
WiFi router included

w/ elig. $10/mo. Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount plus taxes & fees

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*2 Gig Internet

2 Gig Internet

$50

/mo

for 5 year

No annual contract
No data caps
Free installation on select plans
WiFi router included

w/ elig. $10/mo. Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount plus taxes & fees

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*2 Gig Internet

8 Gig Internet

$90

/mo

for 5 year

No annual contract
No data caps
Free installation on select plans
WiFi router included

w/ elig. $10/mo. Auto Pay & Paperless Bill discount plus taxes & fees

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What’s Included With Every Plan

No surprises. No fine print. Real value.

WiFi Router Included

Included with every plan.

No Data Caps

Included with every internet plan

No Contracts

Included with every internet plan

24/7 Support

Round the clock customer support

Optimum Mobile Ready

Compatible with Optimum Mobile

Free Installation

For new customers

Optimum TV Plans

Flexible TV packages to bundle with your internet

Select TV

80+ Channels

$55

/mo

Top-rated entertainment TV at a great value with 80+ channels. TV plan pricing and availability varies by market. Restrictions apply.

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Includes:

Select + TV

130+ Channels

$70

/mo

Live news, plus entertainment for the whole family, with 125+ channels.TV plan pricing and availability varies by market. Restrictions apply.

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Includes:

Premier TV

220+ Channels

$90

/mo

For sports & more sports, entertainment and everything else, with 200+ channels. TV plan pricing and availability varies by market. Restrictions apply.

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Includes:

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Optimum Mobile Plans & Pricing

Optimum Internet required for Optimum Mobile.

Unlimited

$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
Save up to $800/yr vs Verizon and AT&T
5 GB Mobile Hotspot

Unlimited

$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

Real-World Speed Performance

Tested across 1,460+ Optimum customer connections

Plan	Advertised Speed	Typical Off-Peak	Typical Peak Hour	Latency
Optimum 300	100 Mbps	280 Mbps	260 Mbps	14 ms
Optimum 500	500 Mbps	470 Mbps	440 Mbps	13 ms
Optimum 1 Gig	1 Gbps	940 Mbps	900 Mbps	12 ms
Optimum 8 Gig	8 Gbps	7.5 Gbps	7 Gbps	8 ms

Which Plan Is Right for You?

Match your household to the right Optimum tier

Household Profile	Best Plan	Why	Price
1-2 light users	Optimum 300	Streaming and browsing on a few devices	$40/mo
Family of 3-4	Optimum 500	Multiple streams and video calls	$55/mo
Power users, WFH	Optimum 1 Gig	Fast speeds for uploads and downloads	$70/mo
Large household, gamers	Optimum 8 Gig	Maximum speed for demanding households	$180/mo

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 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

How to Save on Optimum

Five proven ways to keep your bill low

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

Choose how you want to get connected

SELF INSTALL

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

PRO INSTALL

Professional Installation

A Optimumtechnician 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

$0

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

Optimum vs The Competition

How Optimum stacks up against the major US ISPs

Provider	Starting Price	Max Speed	Data Caps	Contract
Optimum	$40/mo	8 Gbps	None	None
Spectrum	$30/mo	2 Gbps	None	None
Xfinity	$19.99/mo	2 Gbps	1.2 TB/mo	None
Verizon Fios	$49.99/mo	2 Gbps	None	None

Nationwide

Optimum Coverage & Availability

Optimum serves the Northeast United States with coverage primarily in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and parts of Pennsylvania. Fiber service is available in select markets within the coverage area.

Enter your address with a Optimum specialist to confirm availability and the exact plans offered at your home.

Top 5 States by Coverage

New York78%

New Jersey71%

New Connecticut85%

Pennsylvania69%

New Mexico74%

Benefits of Using Optimum

No data caps on any Optimum internet plan
No annual contract or early termination fees
Speeds up to 8 Gbps where fiber is available
WiFi router included with every plan at no extra charge
Bundle with Optimum TV or Mobile for additional savings

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Optimum

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.

Ready to get Started with Optimum?

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

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Optimum Internet: Limited time offer. New residential customers only. Standard rates apply after promotional period. Equipment, installation, taxes and fees extra. No data caps on internet plans. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2026 Optimum. All rights reserved.