Optimum internet from $25/mo
Fast cable and fiber internet up to 8 Gig with no annual contracts — plus a $500 contract buyout when you switch. Available in 21 states.
Optimum 1 Gig
$45/mo
- Up to 940 Mbps download
- No annual contract
- $500 contract buyout
- Free Wi-Fi included
Plans & pricing
Optimum internet plans & pricing
Cable and fiber options to fit any household. Call to confirm what's available at your address.
Optimum 300
300 Mbps
- 300 Mbps download
- Great for 1–5 devices
- No annual contract
Optimum 500
500 Mbps
- 500 Mbps download
- Stream 4K on many devices
- No annual contract
Optimum 1 Gig
940 Mbps
- Up to 940 Mbps download
- Ideal for gaming & WFH
- $500 contract buyout
- No annual contract
Fiber 2 Gig
2,000 Mbps
- Symmetrical 2 Gig fiber
- Whole-home heavy use
- No annual contract
Fiber 8 Gig
8,000 Mbps
- Symmetrical 8 Gig fiber
- Fastest plan available
- No annual contract
TV packages
Optimum TV plans
Channel lineups vary by region. Here are typical East-region packages — call for the exact lineup at your address.
Entertainment TV
80+ channels
$15/mostarting
- Local & popular channels
- Promo pricing
- Pairs with internet
Extra TV
125+ channels
$80/mostarting
- More entertainment & sports
- Family favorites
- Pairs with internet
Everything TV
200+ channels
$135/mostarting
- Top channel selection
- Premium add-ons available
- Pairs with internet
Why choose Optimum
Why customers choose Optimum
No annual contract
Month-to-month service — no early termination fees holding you down.
$500 contract buyout
Switching providers? Optimum can cover up to $500 of your old contract.
Up to 8 Gig fiber
Symmetrical multi-gig speeds where fiber is available for the heaviest homes.
Senior & low-cost options
10% off basic cable for 62+, plus Altice Advantage Internet at $14.99/mo for eligible households.
Our take
Is Optimum worth it?
👍 What we like
- Low starting price at $25/mo
- No annual contracts
- $500 contract buyout for switchers
- Fiber speeds up to 8 Gig
- Low-cost senior & assistance plans
👎 Keep in mind
- TV packages pricier than some rivals
- TV requires an internet subscription
- Cable upload speeds are lower than fiber
- Availability limited to 21 states
At a glance
Optimum internet plan comparison
| Plan | Download | Upload | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimum 300 | 300 Mbps | 20 Mbps | $25/mo | Light use |
| Optimum 500 | 500 Mbps | 20 Mbps | $35/mo | Streaming |
| Optimum 1 Gig | 940 Mbps | 35 Mbps | $45/mo | Gaming & WFH |
| Fiber 2 Gig | 2,000 Mbps | 2,000 Mbps | $50/mo | Busy homes |
| Fiber 8 Gig | 8,000 Mbps | 8,000 Mbps | $90/mo | Power users |
Common questions
Optimum FAQ
Easy as 1-2-3
How ordering by phone works
Call our team
Tell us your address and what you're looking for — internet, TV or a bundle.
Compare real options
We check what's actually available at your home and walk you through the best plans and current deals.
Get connected
We place your order and schedule installation on the same call — no back-and-forth.
What customers say
Trusted by happy customers
"I had no idea what was available at my new place. They checked my address and explained everything clearly. Super easy."— David R., Ohio
"No pressure at all. They compared a couple of options and let me pick. Installation was scheduled the same week."— Maria G., California
"The agent found me a faster plan for less than I was paying before. Took about five minutes and I never had to sit on hold."— Jessica M., Texas
Order Optimum today
Call now to check availability and lock in the best current Optimum deal for your home.
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