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PLAN COMPARISON · 7 MIN READ · VERIFIED OCTOBER 22, 2026

Optimum plans and pricing compared: which one fits your home in 2026?

Optimum plans and pricing compared: which one fits your home in 2026?

Optimum (Fiber · Cable Internet · TV · Mobile) serves 21 states with plans starting at $30/mo. Advertised tiers only tell half the story though, so below is every current plan with verified October 22, 2026 pricing, what each includes, and an honest read on who should pick it.

The lineup at a glance

PlanSpeedPriceIn short
Internet 300300 Mbps$30 /mo · 5-yr lockCheapest big-brand plan of 2026
Internet 500500 Mbps$40 /mo · 5-yr lockStreaming-heavy households
Internet 1 Gig1 Gbps$50 /mo · 5-yr lockGig speed, mid-tier price
Fiber 2 Gig2 Gbps$60 /mo · 5-yr lockSymmetrical fiber (select areas)

Internet 300, 300 Mbps at $30 /mo · 5-yr lock

Cheapest big-brand plan of 2026. Here is what the price includes:

  • Unlimited data
  • 5-year price guarantee
  • No contract, $0 ETF

Best for: Most households, it's the sweet spot of price and headroom.

Internet 500, 500 Mbps at $40 /mo · 5-yr lock

Streaming-heavy households. Here is what the price includes:

  • Unlimited data
  • Smart WiFi 6 included
  • 5-year price guarantee

Best for: Busy families, heavy streamers and multi-device households.

Internet 1 Gig, 1 Gbps at $50 /mo · 5-yr lock

Gig speed, mid-tier price. Here is what the price includes:

  • Unlimited data
  • Smart WiFi 6 included
  • 5-year price guarantee

Best for: Busy families, heavy streamers and multi-device households.

Fiber 2 Gig, 2 Gbps at $60 /mo · 5-yr lock

Symmetrical fiber (select areas). Here is what the price includes:

  • Fiber-to-the-home
  • Symmetrical speeds
  • WiFi 6E router included

Best for: Gamers, creators, remote workers and big busy homes.

How to choose between them

Start from your busiest hour, not your average one. One or two people browsing and streaming sit comfortably on the entry tier; a family running simultaneous 4K streams, video calls and gaming wants the mid tier; and if anyone uploads for a living, works remote full-time or fills the house with smart devices, the top tier's headroom is what keeps evenings smooth.

Equipment and the real monthly cost

Optimum: no equipment fees on new plans · smart wifi 6 included. Always add any equipment, installation and tax lines to the advertised price before comparing against another provider, and note when the promotional term ends, that is the number that decides whether a plan stays a good deal.

Where you can get it

Optimum serves 21 states. Availability genuinely changes street to street, so run your ZIP through the Netway checker, then call (313) 387-3220 and we confirm your exact address before planning an install date.

Bottom line

While most ISPs raise rates after 12 months, Optimum guarantees your price for 60 months, five full years. If that matches what your household needs, order direct from the plan page, pricing shown was verified on October 22, 2026.

Optimum questions, answered

Where is Optimum available?+
Optimum serves about 21 states, with its biggest footprints in the New York tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) and across Texas, Arizona, Louisiana, West Virginia and the Carolinas. Check your ZIP above, then confirm your exact address with Optimum.
How much is Optimum internet?+
As of October 22, 2026, advertised pricing starts around $30/mo for 300 Mbps, $40/mo for 500 Mbps and $50/mo for 1 Gig with Auto Pay, each locked for 5 years. Pricing varies slightly by market.
Is the 5-year price lock real?+
Yes. Optimum's 60-month rate guarantee applies to new internet plans, your monthly price doesn't change for five years, after which standard rates apply.

See what Optimum offers at your address

Availability and pricing are address-specific. Check your ZIP, compare the verified plans, or get a callback from a Netway specialist at (313) 387-3220.