Comparison Between Windstream and Spectrum Internet Plans

A question that we constantly ask ourselves is, which internet service provider would come out on top if we compare Spectrum Internet against Windstream Internet. If you too are wondering what it takes to pick a winner between these two, then read on because in our analysis we have looked at their respective prices, data caps, bundles, and much more.

These are the Windstream Internet plans that we feel would be best or rather most appropriate for our analysis.

Comparison between Windstream and Spectrum Internet Plans

You might be wondering as to why we have placed a range under the heading monthly cost, the simple reason for this is that Windstream has different prices in different regions.

Internet Plan Monthly Cost Maximum Internet Download Speeds Limited or No Limit on Data Cap
Windstream High Internet Speed 25 Mbps $28.99 – $60.00 a month 25 Mbps Unlimited
Windstream High Kinetic Gig Internet Speed $59.00 – $90.00 a month 1,000 Mbps Unlimited
Windstream High Internet Speed 50 Mbps – 100 Mbps $28.99 – $70.00 a month 100 Mbps Unlimited
Windstream High Internet Speed 500 Mbps $49.00 – $80.00 a month 500 Mbps Unlimited
Windstream High Internet Speed 200 Mbps $28.99 – $75.00 a month 200 Mbps Unlimited
Windstream High Internet Speed 300 Mbps – 400 Mbps $39.00 – $80.00 a month 400 Mbps Unlimited

The table above shows accurate and completely up-to-date information up till 12/04/2021. Through this table, we hope the consumer may be able to assess the internet service provider and its plans appropriately.

Spectrum Internet has three main dedicated internet plans which start at $49.99 a month for 200 Mbps internet download speed. The fastest internet speed by Spectrum goes up to 940 Mbps with the Spectrum Internet Gig plan which would cost $109.99 a month in the probationer period.

Spectrum Internet Packages Maximum Internet Download Speed Starting Price
Spectrum Internet 200 Mbps (Speeds For Wireless May Vary) $49.99 per month for the first 12 months
Spectrum Internet Ultra 400 Mbps (Speeds For Wireless May Vary) $69.99 per month for the first 12 months
Spectrum Internet Gig 940 Mbps (Speeds For Wireless May Vary) $109.99 per month for the first 12 months

The table above shows accurate and completely up-to-date information up till 12/04/2021. Through this table, we hope the consumer may be able to assess the internet service provider and its plans appropriately.

Talking Bundles

Bundles are an excellent way of paying less for more, below we have bundles from both Windstream and Spectrum.

Windstream Internet and Phone Services

Windstream Internet Plan Monthly Cost Maximum Internet Download Speeds Residential Phone Plans
Residential Phone Plus 25 Mbps Internet $39.99 – $75.00 a month 25 Mbps Free with Unlimited Access Throughout The United States
Residential Phone Plus Windstream Kinetic Gig $70.00 – $105.00 a month 1,000 Mbps or 1 Gigabit Free with Unlimited Access Throughout The United States
Residential Phone Plus 50 Mbps – 100 Mbps Internet $39.99 – $85.00 a month 100 Mbps Free with Unlimited Access Throughout The United States
Residential Phone Plus 500 Mbps Internet $60.00 – $95.00 a month 500 Mbps Free with Unlimited Access Throughout The United States
Residential Phone Plus 200 Mbps Internet $39.99 – $85.00 a month 200 Mbps Free with Unlimited Access Throughout The United States
Residential Phone Plus 300 Mbps – 400 Mbps Internet $50.00 – $95.00 a month 400 Mbps Free with Unlimited Access Throughout The United States

The table above shows accurate and completely up-to-date information up till 12/04/2021. Through this table, we hope the consumer may be able to assess the internet service provider and its plans appropriately.

Spectrum Internet with TV and Phone Service

Spectrum Plan and/or Package Name Monthly Price* Components Of Spectrum Plan and/or Package Advantages and Perks
Spectrum Internet $49.99 a month Spectrum Internet
  • Download speeds of 200 Mbps
  • Free modem
  • Free antivirus protection
  • No data caps
  • Accessibility to 500,000 + Wi-Fi hotspots across the country
Double Play Select $89.99 a month Spectrum Internet + TV
  • More than 125 High Definition channels
  • Free modem
  • Free HD
  • Download speeds of 200 Mbps
  • Accessibility to more than 1,000 On Demand titles
Triple Play Select $129.97 a month Spectrum Internet + TV + Phone Service
  • HBO + SHOWTIME
  • Limitless calling in the United States, Mexico, Canada, etc.
  • More than 175 High Definition channels
  • Free modem
  • Download speeds of 100 Mbps

The table above shows accurate and completely up-to-date information up till 12/04/2021. Through this table, we hope the consumer may be able to assess the internet service provider and its plans appropriately.

Wrapping Things Up

Putting the two largest internet service providers in the country against each other was something that we had always wanted to do. The main gist that we wanted to focus on was, which of these internet service providers would edge out when it came to a comparison between the two.

As per our analysis, Spectrum Internet peaks when it comes to availability i.e. is available in more than 40 states. Whereas, Windstream Internet covers some of the country’s rural areas where Spectrum services are either costlier or unavailable. Lastly, we that both of the service providers have quite similar prices when it comes to internet plans.

Samuel is a Tech Enthusiast who loves to explore everything that concerns Tech. Most of his explorations and guides, he shares via this platform. He studied Computer Science and prefers being simply called Sammy! 😉