With so many different cable and satellite companies to choose from when selecting a cable provider, it can be difficult to decide which company is best. Here is a guide to help you choose between some of the major providers:
Comcast
Comcast claims to have the fastest internet available in the nation. Their internet service speeds range from 6 mbps to 105 mbps with prices currently starting as low as $29.95 per month if you order online. They offer double and triple play packages that allow customers to save if they bundle television service with phone or internet, and claim to have the most HD options. This company is well-established throughout the country, offering services in many locations.
Charter
Charter offers internet speeds between 3 mbps to 100 mbps with prices currently starting as low as $19.99 per month if the internet is bundled with phone and television. The company claims to offer over 1,000 HD options, including HD channels and HD On-Demand movies and shows. Charter has a rewards program that allows customers to earn prizes just for using the service.
Time Warner Cable
Time Warner Cable offers internet speeds between 3 mbps and 50 mbps, with free wi-fi service and up to 30 email accounts on some plans. The company offers customers the ability to “start over” and rewind shows in order to see the beginning of an episode, as well as the ability to “look back” and watch a show that ran up to 72 hours earlier. No additional equipment besides a digital cable box is required.
Verizon Fios
Verizon Fios offers internet speeds between 15 mbps and 150 mbps. The company also offers a triple play package, which lowers prices when internet, television, and phone are combined. Verizon offers over 130 HD channels and 35,000 on-demand movies, which guarantees that everyone will be able to find something to watch.
Direct TV
Directv boasts that they are the number one satellite provider in the country. They offer service to almost every location in the country with current prices starting as low as $29.99 per month for one year if a two year agreement is signed. The company also offers packages which include telephone and internet in select areas. They are the exclusive provider of NFL Sunday Ticket and offer several sports programming options.
