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Best internet and mobile deal
Max download
300 Mbps
Max upload
20 Mbps
Prices starting at
$20 per month
Best cable internet bundle with unlimited mobile data
Max download
250 Mbps
Max upload
20 Mbps
Prices starting at
$60 per month
Best bundle for mobile hotspot data
Max download
300 Mbps
Max upload
20 Mbps
Prices starting at
$85 per month
Best for internet and two mobile lines
Max download
500 Mbps
Max upload
20 Mbps
Prices starting at
$90 per month
Best internet and mobile bundle discount
Max download
300 Mbps
Max upload
300 Mbps
Prices starting at
$95 per month
Best for adding multiple mobile lines
Max download
300 Mbps
Max upload
20 Mbps
Prices starting at
$85 per month
What’s the best internet and mobile bundle?
When exploring internet options in your area, you may have noticed providers offering mobile service along with internet. That makes sense for mobile carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon, but you may find cable ISPs like Spectrum or Xfinity have enticing bundle offers as well. Options will vary depending on the available internet providers in your area, but some notable internet and mobile bundles include:
- Astound Internet plus Mobile: Starting at $20 a month, this is the best internet and mobile bundle deal overall. One line of mobile service is included for free for the first year.
- Spectrum Internet and two Unlimited lines: This is the best option for bundling internet with two lines, as the provider recently introduced a $20 discount and free Wi-Fi equipment. In addition, there is a two-year price guarantee for this deal.
- T-Mobile Home Internet and Essentials Saver: Best for internet in rural areas with expected speeds of 87 to 415 megabits per second.
- Verizon Fios 300 and Unlimited Welcome: Best savings for internet and mobile services discounts.
Other internet providers, including AT&T, Optimum and Xfinity, also offer deals on internet and mobile bundles. Each provider offers a variety of possible internet and mobile plan combinations — far too many to list here.
The bundles listed below reflect the cheapest internet and mobile bundle each provider has to offer. Pricing will increase when opting for faster internet speeds or adding additional mobile lines. And keep in mind that specific plans and pricing can vary by location and are subject to change at any time.
Best internet and mobile bundles
Our take – AT&T Fiber offers high-speed internet and unlimited data, which you can get at a 20% discount if you bundle with a mobile plan. The Fiber 300 plan is priced competitively at $55, but mobile bundle customers can get 20% off the monthly cost. In addition, unlike Astound and other cable providers, AT&T Fiber won’t increase your prices after a year. The bundle discount applies to other AT&T Fiber plans and is also available with the provider’s new 5G home internet service, AT&T Internet Air.
Our take – Optimum’s Internet 300 and Mobile Unlimited plan is fairly standard. Internet speeds are decent for the price ($55) and mobile service comes with unlimited talk, text and data. In addition, a Wi-Fi 6 gateway and an extender are included in that monthly price. Optimum also throws in 5GB of hotspot data each month, which can come in handy if you need a reliable internet connection on the go.
Our take – T-Mobile is among CNET’s picks for the best rural internet provider thanks to its broad, wireless home internet coverage capable of delivering download speeds of around 87 to 415Mbps. While you’re shopping T-Mobile Home Internet, why not bundle with a mobile line and take advantage of its bundle discounts of $15 off each month?
Our take – Available only in select areas, for only $25 a month in the first year, Xfinity Internet 400 and Mobile Unlimited is a solid deal with speeds up to 400Mbps and a mobile unlimited data line included. The unlimited mobile line includes 30GB of priority data. The value improves with each line you add as Xfinity only charges $20 per additional mobile unlimited line when you bundle.
Tips for choosing the best internet and mobile bundle
Shopping for home internet can be confusing, but I would argue mobile plans are even more so. Put the two together and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the options. Here are a few helpful tips to consider when choosing an internet and mobile bundle.
Understand your speed needs before diving in. How much speed do you need, and how many mobile lines do you plan to add? Do you want a capped (and usually cheaper) mobile plan or one with unlimited data? Understanding your needs prior to shopping for an internet and mobile bundle can help you better sort through the options.
Find providers in your area. Not all internet providers offer mobile service, so you’ll want to start by narrowing down which ISPs available at your address do. Xfinity, AT&T, Spectrum and Verizon are top national providers that offer internet and mobile bundles, but you may be surprised to find a smaller, regional provider that offers mobile bundles as well.
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For the most part, cable internet providers like Spectrum, Xfinity and Astound are mobile virtual network operators. That is, they lease network space from other providers such as Verizon and T-Mobile and then sell internet and mobile bundles using that network access. Spectrum and Xfinity use Verizon’s mobile networks, while Astound and others piggyback off of T-Mobile.
What’s the cheapest internet and mobile bundle?
I recommend starting by ensuring you are not under a contract with your current provider to avoid any early termination fees. Some providers, AT&T and Spectrum included, offer a contract buyout to compensate you for any such fees.
Search internet providers in your area, then compare plans and bundles to see if any providers have a better deal. If you choose a new provider, it may be best to call your current provider and inform them of your intent to cancel. Your current provider may offer you an even better deal. At the very least, they can guide you on how to return equipment, if necessary, and explain what to expect on your final bill.
If you’re still set on switching, go ahead and set up service with your new provider and get an install or service start date. Finally, contact your current provider and schedule your cancellation as close to the new install date as possible. For more information, read our guide when switching internet providers.
