Spectrum vs Verizon Fios
Spectrum is a no contract cable TV provider with premium networks. How does it compare to Verizon Fios? Read our comparison chart below.
Spectrum is a no-contract, cable TV provider.
While Verizon Fios provides fiber optic internet service with lightning fast speeds. Prices start at $39.99/mo and is guaranteed for 2 years. There are also bundle options for TV and phone services. Coverage is limited to certain states.
Compare Spectrum with Verizon Fios, side-by-side. Read on for an in-depth look, including ratings, reviews, pros and cons.
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Charter Spectrum Deals - | Verizon Online Only: Waive Set-Up Fee. $99.99 Value - | |
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| DVR | Two DVR models, Motorola and Cisco/SA. Motorola can record and store up to 21 HD hours. Cisco/SA with 80 GB hard drive can record and store between 30 and 50 hours. Models with a 160 GB hard drive can store up to 90 hours of SD. Records up to 2 channels simultaneously. One box needed per TV. Connects up to 8 TVs. | Three DVR options available. Single Room DVR records 2 shows at a time, with 20 hours HD recording, for $12/month. You can only watch recordings on the main TV. Enhanced Multi Room DVR service records 6 shows at a time, and has 100 hours of HD storage. It costs $20/month. Their Premium Service records up to 12 shows at a time, and has up to 200 hours of HD recordings. It costs $30/month. |
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| Cancellation | No early termination fees. All equipments must be returned upon termination. Unreturned equipment fees apply. | No early termination fees. All equipments must be returned within 30 days. Unreturned equipment fees apply. |
| Contract | No contract. | No contract. |
| Installation | Standard professional installation included for up to 6 rooms. Additional installations cost extra. | Standard professional installation $99.99. |
| Autopay | Sign up for autopay feature online through TWC's account portal. | Sign up for autopay feature via the My Fios app or My Verizon account online. Accepts bank account, debit and credit card. |
| Receiver Fee | Spectrum Receiver & Remote ($5.99/month), DVR Service for 1 DVR receiver ($12.99/month). Additional DVR receivers up to 4 ($19.99/month). CableCARD ($1/month). Secure Connection per CableCARD ($1/month). | Set-Top Box ($12/month) per TV, Fios Wireless Router ($10/month) |
| Regional Sports Fee | No regional sports fee. | Regional Sports Network Fee (up to $6.39/month, varies depending on location) |
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| Bottom Line | No contract cable TV provider with premium networks... | Reliable internet provider with lightning fast speeds and bundle options... |
| Learn More | Learn More | |
Spectrum: Pricing information including fees, features and contract length was obtained on April 12, 2018 from published websites and is believed to be accurate, but not guaranteed. Verizon Fios: Pricing information from published website as of 2/7/2018. | ||
Verizon Online Only: Waive Set-Up Fee. $99.99 Value
Order any package online to have your set-up fee waived.
Which is Better: Spectrum or Verizon Fios?
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