Florida's Fiber Leader vs Cable Giant
Superior technology, faster speeds, and better value in covered areas
1 Gbps Fiber Internet
300 Mbps Cable Internet
| Feature | Frontier Fiber | Spectrum | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | 100% Fiber Optic | Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial (Cable) | Frontier ✓ |
| Download Speeds | 200 Mbps - 5 Gbps | 300 Mbps - 1 Gbps | Frontier ✓ |
| Upload Speeds | 200 Mbps - 5 Gbps | 10 Mbps - 35 Mbps | Frontier ✓ |
| Starting Price | $70/month (1 Gbps) | $50/month (300 Mbps) | Spectrum ✓ |
| Florida Coverage | Limited (Tampa focus) | Statewide coverage | Spectrum ✓ |
| Contract Required | No contract | No contract | Tie |
| Equipment Cost | Free router | Free modem, $5/mo WiFi | Frontier ✓ |
| Customer Service | 3.5/5 rating | 3.2/5 rating | Frontier ✓ |
| Plan | Speed | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber 200 | 200/200 Mbps | $40/month | Basic households |
| Fiber 500 | 500/500 Mbps | $55/month | Streaming families |
| Fiber 1 Gig | 1000/1000 Mbps | $70/month | Power users |
| Fiber 2 Gig | 2000/2000 Mbps | $100/month | Large households |
| Fiber 5 Gig | 5000/5000 Mbps | $200/month | Ultimate performance |
| Plan | Speed | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internet | 300/10 Mbps | $50/month | Light use |
| Internet Ultra | 500/20 Mbps | $70/month | Multiple users |
| Internet Gig | 1000/35 Mbps | $90/month | Heavy streaming |
If available in your area, yes. Frontier Fiber offers superior technology with symmetrical speeds, better reliability, and no network congestion. However, Spectrum is a solid choice where fiber isn't available.
Frontier acquired Verizon's FiOS network in Florida, which was primarily built in the Tampa Bay area. They've been expanding but focus on areas with existing fiber infrastructure.
Currently, Frontier Fiber has very limited availability outside Tampa Bay. Orlando and Miami are primarily served by AT&T Fiber for fiber internet options.
Yes, cable technology allocates most bandwidth to downloads. Spectrum's maximum upload is 35 Mbps on their gigabit plan, while Frontier offers equal upload/download speeds.
Frontier Fiber is significantly better for remote work due to symmetrical speeds. Video calls and file uploads perform much better on fiber. Spectrum can work but may struggle with multiple video calls.
Choose Frontier Fiber if: You live in Tampa Bay area and want the absolute best internet technology with future-proof speeds.
Choose Spectrum if: Frontier isn't available, you want statewide coverage, or you're looking for the lowest price point.