Best Multi-Gig Internet Plans for July 2025
Do you have gamers or binge streamers in your household? Multi-gigabit plans offer fast speeds for all your needs. Here are CNET's top picks.
Article updated on July 17, 2025 at 4:00 AM PDT
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The way we get online is constantly evolving -- we're seeing a rise in faster speeds, thanks to technologies such as fiber-optic internet, Wi-Fi 7 and even unique technologies like Li-Fi. According to data fromOpenVault collected during the final quarter of 2024, the average US household uses more than 500megabits per second monthly and gigabit internet adoption has increased by 20% from 2023.
Another report from OpenVault shows that the percentage of customers with speeds lower than 400Mbps decreased by 33% from the previous year -- meaning more and more customers are relying onhigh-speed internet. In that vein, theFiber Broadband Association believes that by the end of this decade, a four-person household will require more than 2,100Mbps (or just over 2 gigabits) in download speed.
But it's not 2030 yet. Making that kind of upgrade is probably overkill for many households. But that's certainly not stoppinginternet service providers from offering multigigabit packages to customers. In turn, more households are signing up for those high-speed options to shoulder their broadband needs. Multi-gig services are provided byAT&T,Frontier,Optimum,Verizon Fios, andZiply Fiber, to name a few. Other ISPs, including Comcast'sXfinity andGoogle Fiber, also have solid multi-gig offerings.
What is multi-gigabit internet?
Multi-gigabit internet has speeds higher than a gigabit (or 1,000 megabits per second). So, speed tiers of 2,000Mbps and above all constitute multi-gigabit internet. Note that although our round-up primarily includes multi-gig offerings fromfiber internet providers, there are a fewcable internet providers that made the list as well. Cable internet is currently the most broadly available internet connection type,according to the Federal Communications Commission, but multi-gig offerings from cable providers are not always as common as those from fiber internet providers.
This list will focus on the best multi-gig internet offerings from the major ISPs in the country. However, don't overlook smaller regional providers. For example, Midco offersSouth Dakota residents symmetrical speeds of 2Gbps and 5Gbps plans. Minnesota'sUSI boasts a 10-gig fiber plan. The citizens ofChattanooga, Tennessee, have access to one of thecountry's fastest residential plans, a 25Gbps tier from the city-owned fiber broadband ofEPB. But if you're eligible for a multi-gig internet plan, it's most likely coming from a national internet provider. With that in mind, let's look at some of the best 2-gigabit and multi-gig internet plans available nationwide.
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Ziply Fiber: 50 Gig
Fastest multi-gigabit internet plan
Our take - Plans with maximum speeds of 2, 5 or even 10Gbps are becoming more common. 50Gbps? That's unheard of, at least until Ziply Fiber launched said speeds across its entire fiber footprint.
- Straightforward, competitive pricing
- No data caps, contracts or credit checks
- Dedication to fiber expansion, even in rural areas
- Lots of room to grow fiber service
50Gbps is way more speed than the average household would ever need. Ziply Fiber's 50 gig plan is priced at $900 per month and an additional one-time fee of $600 for installation. The plan probably costs more than most folks would want to pay. Fortunately, Ziply Fiber offers a variety of budget-friendly, high-speed plans ranging from 100Mbps to 10Gbps. All plans are contract-free and include unlimited data at no extra cost.
- Unlimited data
- no contracts
- fast rural internet connection
AT&T Fiber: 2 Gig
Best multi-gig internet plan for perks
Our take - AT&T Fiber’s fastest plan is its 5-gig tier at $245 per month, but you can get the same perks for $100 less with the 2Gbps option. Specifically, you get AT&T ActiveArmor (free internet security), a gift card which covers two months of service and access to over 30,000 of AT&T's hotspots nationwide. Your cost per Mbps (7 cents) may not be as low as AT&T Fiber 5000 (5 cents), but it still carries a significant value for a lower monthly charge. Whichever plan you choose, all fiber plans come with unlimited data and require no contracts.
- No contracts required to receive the lowest available price
- No data caps for any fiber plans
- Valuable perks and promotional offers
- Much slower DSL plans are more prevalent than fiber options
- Data caps enforced on all non-fiber plans
- Unlimited data
- no contract
- no equipment fees
Google Fiber: 3 Gig
Best 3-gigabit internet plan
Our take - This is your best, most affordable option to enter the multi-gig-verse. Google Fiber's Home plan features a 3Gbps download and 3Gbps upload speed for a flat rate of $100 monthly. That works out to just 3 cents per Mbps and is cheaper than other providers' 2Gbps offerings.
- Speeds start at 1Gbps
- No equipment fees, data caps or contracts
- Continuing fiber expansion
- No cheap plan options
- Fiber network still has room to grow
The provided Wi-Fi 6E equipment is free of additional cost, and you get unlimited data with no contracts required.
The only downside is that Google Fiber is still only available in less than 30 markets nationwide. The company seeks to continue expansion in 2025 but that's of little consequence to those outside its serviceability windows in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Washington.
- Unlimited data
- no contract
- no equipment fees
Our multi-gig honorable mentions
The three options we listed above rose to the top of our list but aren't available in all markets. Additional speedy plans offered by other ISPs might get your attention, but they have one or two caveats that keep them from our winner's circle. Here are additional multi-gigabit plans from national providers.
- AT&T Fiber 5 Gig:AT&T once had the top spot in this list with its top-tier fiber internet offering. It was introduced at $180 a month for symmetrical 5Gbps speeds. Now, it lists for $245 monthly. That's still a staggeringly low cost of 5 cents per Mbps. Currently, Frontier Fiber and Ziply Fiber offer cheaper rates than that.
- Frontier Fiber 2 Gig, 5 Gig and 7 Gig: Impressively,Frontier has rolled these multi-gig plans out to all fiber households within its footprint, which means about four million customers across 29 states. For context, AT&T's multi-gigabit plans are available to more people (7 million) but are not yet available in all AT&T markets. Frontier's offerings also has free Wi-Fi 6E equipment rental (Wi-Fi 7 equipment with the 7-gig plan),unlimited data,no contracts, no installation or activation fee and free multi-device security. Even better, Frontier recently lowered the introductory rates to $100 monthly for its 2 Gig and $130 monthly for its 5 Gig plan.
- Optimum 2 Gig Fiber and 5 Gig Fiber:Optimum, whose footprint includes both cable and fiber connections, has been working to vastly expand its fiber offerings. Just recently,Optimum has brought speeds of up to 8Gbps to West Orange, New Jersey residents. In select fiber markets, two multi-gig internet plans are available inConnecticut, Long Island,New Jersey andNew York. The 2Gbps plan is $90 monthly, and the 5Gbps tier is $120 monthly. New customers for either multi-gigabit plan have the equipment included at no extra cost.
- Verizon Fios 2 Gig:Verizon Fios is often near the top regardingcustomer satisfaction numbers. Its 2Gbps tier is competitively priced at $110 per month and includes a free year-long subscription to Netflix and Max (with ads). In addition, you get to keep your monthly price of $110 for up to five years. It didn't make the top of our list for the best multi-gig internet because it's currently only available inNew York City and surrounding areas.
- Xfinity Gigabit Pro: To its credit,Xfinity has been offering its multi-gigabit tier longer than other national providers. But at $300 a month, it's also one of the most expensive plans. The 10Gbps plan is technically available in all cities within Xfinity's footprint, but a site survey must first confirm availability for your address. Once you add the two-year contract requirement (with early termination fees looming if you bail early), a $20-a-month equipment rental charge and stiff activation and installation fees (potentially totaling $1,000), those top speeds can come with steep costs.
- Ziply Fiber 2 Gig, 5 Gig and 10 Gig: Ziply Fiber boasts the fastest speeds from an internet provider. Its 50Gbps plan will sure catch your attention. But you'll pay a steep $900 a month for the top speeds. Fortunately, Ziply Fiber offers other multi-gig plans. The 2Gbps plan has a promo rate of $60 a month, as does the 5Gbps plan, which is excellently priced at $80 per month. The 10Gbps plan is a pricey $300 per month, but that's a notable value of 3 cents per Mbps. All Ziply Fiber plans include unlimited data and require no contracts.
Top multi-gigabit internet plans compared
Note that the plans below show each provider's fastest available speeds, which may not be available in your area. Overall, the best selection for you -- and the most cost-effective plan -- might be a different tier at a lower price but a better value. To more fully understand this value-based approach, check out CNET's guide to examining the cost per Mbps.
| Plan | Starting price | Max download speed | Cost per Mbps | Equipment fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altafiber Fioptics 2 Gig | $80 | 2,000Mbps | 4 cents | $12 (optional) |
| AT&T Fiber 2000 Read full review | $145 | 2,000Mbps | 7 cents | None |
| AT&T Fiber 5000 Read full review | $245 | 5,000Mbps | 5 cents | None |
| Brightspeed Fiber 2 Gig | $89 | 2,000Mbps | 4 cents | None |
| Cox Go Beyond Fast Internet | $110 | 2,000Mbps | 5 cents | $15 (optional) |
| Frontier Fiber 2 Gig Read full review | $100 | 2,000Mbps | 5 cents | None |
| Frontier Fiber 5 Gig Read full review | $130 | 5,000Mbps | 3 cents | None |
| Frontier Fiber 7 Gig Read full review | $200 | 7,000Mbps | 2 cents | None |
| Google Fiber Home 3 Gig Read full review | $100 | 3,000Mbps | 3 cents | None |
| Google Fiber Edge 8 Gig Read full review | $150 | 8,000Mbps | 2 cents | None |
| Kinetic Fiber 2 Gig | $100 | 2,000Mbps | 5 cents | $11 (optional) |
| Metronet 2 Gig Read full review | $70 | 2,000Mbps | 3 cents | None |
| Metronet 5 Gig Read full review | $110 | 5,000Mbps | 2 cents | None |
| Optimum Fiber 2 Gig Read full review | $90 | 2,000Mbps | 4 cents | None |
| Optimum Fiber 5 Gig Read full review | $120 | 5,000Mbps | 2 cents | None |
| Optimum Fiber 8 Gig Read full review | $280 | 8,000Mbps | 4 cents | None |
| Quantum Fiber 3 Gig | $100 | 3,000Mbps | 3 cents | None |
| Quantum Fiber 8 Gig | $165 | 8,000Mbps | 2 cents | None |
| Verizon Fios 2 Gig Read full review | $110 | 2,300Mbps | 5 cents | None |
| Xfinity Gigabit X2 Read full review | $90 | 2,000Mbps | 5 cents | None |
| Xfinity Gigabit Pro Read full review | $300 | 10,000Mbps | 3 cents | $20 |
| Ziply Fiber 2 Gig | $60 | 2,000Mbps | 3 cents | $15 (optional) |
| Ziply Fiber 5 Gig | $80 | 5,000Mbps | 2 cents | $15 (optional) |
| Ziply Fiber 10 Gig | $300 | 10,000Mbps | 3 cents | $15 (optional) |
| Ziply Fiber 50 Gig | $900 | 50,000Mbps | 2 cents | $15 (optional) |
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Multi-gig internet plans FAQs
What is multi-gig internet?
Multi-gigabit internet is a broadband plan of 2,000 megabits per second (2 gigabits) or higher. Most multi-gigabit plans come from a fiber-optic internet connection, but some cable internet providers, like Xfinity, offer up to 2 gigs. Xfinity's 10Gbps plan isn't cable internet but a fiber connection.
How can I get multi-gig internet?
In most cases, especially if you already have fiber internet service, you won't have to do anything beyond contacting your provider to upgrade to a multi-gig internet plan. There may be an installation fee (often waived if you order online), but usually, any additional equipment you need (a modem/router capable of multi-gig speeds) will be included.
To take advantage of Xfinity's Gigabit Pro plan, you'll need to reach out to Xfinity and schedule a site survey. Even if you're a current Xfinity customer or know you're in an Xfinity serviceable area, Comcast will still need to see if your home is within the minimum distance from a fiber node. If everything checks out, it may take several weeks before your household can get Gigabit Pro fully installed.
Is multi-gigabit internet expensive?
Generally speaking, the top multi-gig internet plans are relatively affordable with a fiber internet connection. Fiber typically provides the best performance, featuring symmetrical or near-equal download and upload speeds, and presents the cheapest options. For example, Optimum's 2Gbps plan is currently offered at $90 a month in the first year, and Ziply Fiber's 2Gbps plan, which includes unlimited data, checks in at $60 a month. Ziply Fiber's 10Gbps plan, which isn't cheap at $300 monthly, has a cost per Mbps of 3 cents, which is good. Ziply's 5Gbps tier is just over 2 cents per Mbps, the best value we've seen. None of those plans require a contract.
Conversely, Xfinity's Gigabit Pro is one of the more expensive multi-gig plans. It costs $300 per month, and you can only get it if you sign up for a two-year contract. The cost per Mbps, at 3 cents, is good,but there's a $20-a-month rental charge for equipment. There's also a hefty additional expenditure right out of the gate: Households face an activation fee of up to $500 and an additional installation fee of another $500. That's $1,000 before you even get to the regular monthly charges.
Is a 2-gig internet plan worth it?
Perhaps. Even if you go with the most expensive plan, the monthly cost per Mbps of multi-gigabit internet is quite competitive. Plus, these plans' near-symmetrical upload and download speeds certainly give your household plenty of opportunities to utilize many connected devices now and in the future.
Most households don’t need that much speed. Dropping down to a provider’s gigabit plan, for example, still gives you plenty of bandwidth at just 5 to 10 cents per Mbps -- often with modem/router fees included. It may not be as flashy as having 2-gig internet or the fastest residential plan currently available, but it'll get you some splashy speeds at a more affordable price.
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