Brightspeed

192 customer reviews

Brightspeed internet plans

Name: Brightspeed Internet
Brand: Brightspeed
Rating: 3.4 (192 reviews)

Robin Layton

Edited By

Anine Sus

Last updated: January 22, 2026

Brightspeed internet comes with simple pricing and added features such as unlimited data and free self-installation with select plans. Speeds range from 200 Mbps to 8,000 Mbps.

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Why we like Brightspeed:

Fast symmetrical speeds

Broad service areas

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(844) 451-2720

*Pricing per month for 12 months plus taxes for length of service. Additional fees and terms may apply. Plans and pricing vary by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Updated as of 01/22/26.

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Best Brightspeed internet plans for your home

Brightspeed 200 Mbps

(187) 187 customer reviews

Plans starting at

$29

99/mo.*

Speeds up to

200

Mbps

(844) 451-2720

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(844) 451-2720 Check plans with Brightspeed

(844) 451-2720

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*Limited time offer. Limited availability/areas. Taxes and fees extra. Autopay required. Pricing subject to change.

Brightspeed 8 Gig

(187) 187 customer reviews

Plans starting at

$49

99/mo.*

Speeds up to

8,000

Mbps

(844) 451-2720

Check plans with Brightspeed

(844) 451-2720 Check plans with Brightspeed

(844) 451-2720

Check plans with Brightspeed

*Limited time offer. Limited availability/areas. Taxes and fees extra. Autopay required. Pricing subject to change.

Key takeaways

Brightspeed is primarily a fiber provider with speeds starting at 200 Mbps
Brightspeed internet prices range from $29.99 – $89.99/mo.
Brightspeed has gig and multi-gig plans available, up to 8 gigs

Brightspeed provider overview

What we like about Brightspeed

Fast speeds – Brightspeed’s fiber speeds are as fast as any
Broad service areas – Brightspeed internet is available to many areas where cable or other fiber providers may not offer high-speed internet
No contracts – There are no contracts with Brightspeed service, so you can change or move service at any time without early termination fees

Things to consider

Limited plan options – DSL and fiber service is one cost, so you won’t have the option of choosing a cheaper or faster/more expensive plan
Slow DSL speeds – Brightspeed DSL plans have much slower speeds that top out at 20 Mbps

Brightspeed Customer Reviews:

204 customer reviews

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Brightspeed internet plans

Fiber 200 Mbps is enough for basic streaming and surfing the web in a small household
Fiber 500 Mbps is great for larger families with more devices connected and can support gaming and HD streaming
Fiber 1 Gig can support multiple users with high usage, including simultaneous HD streaming, gaming and online meetings
Fiber 2 Gig is enough for a large household with high usage for multiple users working from home
Fiber 8 Gig is the fastest you can get with Brightspeed and supports dozens of devices connected at once

Plan	Starting price*	Download speed	Upload speed
200 Mbps	$29.99/mo.	Up to 200 Mbps	Up to 200 Mbps
500 Mbps	$39.99/mo.	Up to 500 Mbps	Up to 500 Mbps
1 Gig	$49.99/mo.	Up to 940 Mbps	Up to 940 Mbps
2 Gig	$69.99/mo.	Up to 2,000 Mbps	Up to 2,000 Mbps
8 Gig	$89.99/mo.	Up to 8,000 Mbps	Up to 8,000 Mbps

Brightspeed internet rating

Allconnect Rating

3.80 / out of 5 stars

This score is based off of the 5 plans Brightspeed has available

Rating breakdown

Affordability

3.11 / 5
Performance

4.16 / 5
Value

4.83 / 5
Customer satisfaction

3.08 / 5

Brightspeed contracts, fees and data caps

Brightspeed contracts: Brightspeed does not require any long-term contracts, so you don’t have to worry about early termination fees
Brightspeed fees: Brightspeed includes a premium Wi-Fi 6 router with all their fiber plans at no extra cost. You may have to pay a one-time installation fee of $99
Brightspeed data caps: Brightspeed offers unlimited data

Brightspeed deals

New Brightspeed fiber internet customers can receive up to a $200 reward card with the 500 Mbps tier or higher. Additionally, with 500 Mbps or 1 Gig plans, new customers can receive a $100 reward card.

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Brightspeed availability

Brightspeed is available in 20 states across the U.S.:

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Compare Brightspeed internet to other providers

In areas serviceable for Brightspeed fiber or DSL internet, a cable provider may also be available. You may also have access to competing DSL or fiber optic internet providers. Find out how Brightspeed compares to other internet service providers in terms of price, speeds and more below:

Providers	Starting price*	Download speeds	Upload speeds
Brightspeed	$29.99 – $89.99/mo.	200 – 8,000 Mbps	200 – 8,000 Mbps
Cox	$55.00 – $115.00/mo.	300 – 2,000 Mbps	10 – 35 Mbps
Spectrum	$30.00 – $90.00/mo.**	100 – 2,000 Mbps	10 – 1,000 Mbps
Optimum	$25.00 – $120.00/mo.	200 – 8,000 Mbps	20 – 8,000 Mbps
Xfinity	$40.00 – $100.00/mo.	300 – 2,000 Mbps	Vary by region

*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing and plans vary by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Updated as of 01/22/26.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET ADVANTAGE: Offer based on eligibility requirements. Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2026 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Internet Performance: Spectrum Internet is powered by fiber and delivered to your home via HFC.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Capable modem required for all Gig speeds. For a list of capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2026 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Internet Performance: Spectrum Internet is powered by fiber and delivered to your home via HFC.

How to bundle Brightspeed internet with TV

Brightspeed doesn’t have its own TV service, but it does partner with DISH and DIRECTV so that you can still bundle your internet and TV service. You won’t receive any discounts bundling your Brightspeed internet service with any of the listed TV providers, but it will simplify your monthly bill.

So, which TV service should you choose?

DISH: DISH offers between 190 and 290+ channels and is best known for its advanced DVR where you can record up to 16 channels at once
DIRECTV: DIRECTV offers between 90+ and 185+ channels and is best known for its sports packages
Pick your own: Several streaming services are available that you can use without combining them with your internet plan

The future of Brightspeed

Brightspeed has been working to expand its fiber footprint since its launch in 2022. Since then, Brightspeed has passed over 1.8 million fiber locations. As of 2025, the company is “actively building its Brightspeed Fiber internet network in 17 states,” leveraging the latest tech to deliver multi-gig upload and download speeds.

Brightspeed internet FAQs

What type of internet service is Brightspeed?

Brightspeed has fiber and DSL internet plans. Available connection type and home Wi-Fi speeds vary by region.

Can you use your own modem with Brightspeed internet?

Yes. You can use your own modem with Brightspeed. Brightspeed has a list of tested modems you can consider using with your internet service.

Does Brightspeed internet have unlimited data?

Brightspeed offers unlimited data with all of its plans.

Does Brightspeed offer senior discounts?

Brightspeed participates in the Lifeline program, which provides affordable internet to all qualifying customers for $9.25/mo.

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