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Mediacom Internet (Xtream): Plans, Prices & Review
Updated on September 28, 2026
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Mediacom internet, branded Xtream, is fiber-powered cable with download speeds from 300 Mbps up to 5 Gig across 22 states — and it is now commitment-free. On our live West Des Moines, IA address quote (September 5, 2026), locked promo rates run $30–$75/mo with unlimited data, no contract and no early termination fee — and the 1 Gig tier is symmetrical (1,000 Mbps up) at fiber-upgraded addresses. The catch worth knowing: those price locks cover promo rates; the FCC-label standard rates are roughly double.
TL;DR — key takeaways
- Plans: Internet 300 ($30, 2-yr lock), 1 Gig ($50, 3-yr), 2 Gig ($70, 3-yr) and 5 Gig ($95, currently $75, 5-yr lock) — verified on a West Des Moines quote September 5, 2026.
- No contract: every plan is commitment-free with a $0 early termination fee and unlimited data (per the FCC broadband labels).
- The cliff: the lock protects a promo rate — standard rates on Mediacom’s own July 2026 rate card are $65 / $110 / $120 / $150, so plan for the reset when the lock ends.
- Speeds over-deliver: labels show 415 Mbps typical on the 300 plan and 2,072 on the 2 Gig; 1 Gig is symmetrical at our test address.
- Owner: Mediacom Communications (private; founded 1995).
What is Mediacom internet?
Mediacom internet is the home service from Mediacom Communications, sold under the Xtream brand over a cable network. It offers fast downloads and unlimited data, and is often the main high-speed option in the smaller and rural markets it serves. Its current offers are commitment-free, with multi-year price locks on promo rates instead of contracts.
Mediacom plans and prices
| Plan | Download speed | Typical price* | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internet 300 | 300 / 100 Mbps | $30/mo — 2-yr lock (standard $65) | Everyday use; eero WiFi 6 included |
| Internet 1 Gig | 1,000 / 1,000 Mbps (symmetrical at our test address) | $50/mo — 3-yr lock (standard $110) | Families, streaming; eero 7 |
| Internet 2 Gig | 2,000 / 1,000 Mbps | $70/mo — 3-yr lock (standard $120) | Power users; 2× eero 7 |
| Internet 5 Gig | 5,000 / 1,000 Mbps | $95/mo — currently $75 — 5-yr lock | Max speed (select areas); 2× eero Pro 7 |
*Verified on a live West Des Moines, IA address quote, September 5, 2026. Every plan is commitment-free with unlimited data and a $0 early termination fee; one-time charges are a $75 install and $25 activation, and the modem rents for $15/mo — optional, since Mediacom publishes a compatible retail modem list and its eero Wi-Fi comes bundled on these offers. The price lock covers the promo rate: Mediacom’s own standard rate cards (effective July 9, 2026) list Internet 300 at $65, 1 Gig at $110, 2 Gig at $120 and 5 Gig at $150, so expect the step-up when your lock expires. Low-income households may qualify for Xtream Connect at $14.99/mo (100/20 Mbps). FCC-label typical speeds over-deliver: 415 Mbps on the 300 plan, 958 on 1 Gig and 2,072 on 2 Gig, at ~23–25ms latency. Bundling helps: each Mediacom Mobile unlimited line ($30/mo) takes $10/mo off internet, up to three lines. Confirm what your address gets with our internet shopping tool.
Who owns Mediacom?
Mediacom internet is owned by Mediacom Communications Corporation, a privately held U.S. cable company founded in 1995. It is one of the largest cable operators focused on smaller and rural markets.
Is Mediacom internet good and worth it?
Mediacom internet delivers fast downloads and unlimited data, and is often the best available option in its rural footprint. The trade-offs are lower upload speeds than fiber, a required contract with early termination fees, and possible upload throttling above 1 TB per month.
How much does Mediacom cost per month?
On our verified West Des Moines quote (September 5, 2026), Mediacom internet costs $30/mo for 300 Mbps, $50 for 1 Gig, $70 for 2 Gig and $95 for 5 Gig (promo-priced at $75) — each locked for 2 to 5 years, plus a $25 activation fee, $75 install and an optional $15/mo modem rental. Data is unlimited with no contract; budget for the standard rates ($65–$150 on the July 2026 rate card) when the lock ends.
Is Mediacom better than Xfinity?
Mediacom and Xfinity are both cable providers with similar speed tiers. Mediacom often serves rural areas Xfinity does not, and includes unlimited data, but it requires a contract; Xfinity is contract-flexible in many areas but caps data. Where fiber exists, it usually beats both on upload.
Does Mediacom require a contract, deposit, or have a data cap?
No — as of our verified September 5, 2026 quote, every Mediacom internet plan is commitment-free: the FCC broadband labels list no contract and a $0 early termination fee, with unlimited data and no overage charges. One-time costs are a $75 installation fee and $25 activation; the $15/mo modem rental is optional (a compatible retail modem list is published, and eero Wi-Fi gear comes bundled with current offers). A credit check may still apply.
How do I cancel or contact Mediacom?
You can cancel Mediacom by contacting Mediacom customer service by phone or through your online account, but note early termination fees may apply within the contract term; return leased equipment to avoid charges. To start service, use the Mediacom website. Comparing options? See our roundup of the best internet providers for 2026.
Is your plan keeping up?
If your results are lower than you’re paying for, you may have faster options at your address. Compare internet plans available where you live — fiber, cable, and 5G, side by side.
Mediacom for business: Mediacom Business internet plans and prices
Mediacom Business publishes its full small-business ladder. As of September 28, 2026: Internet 300 (300/30 Mbps) is $69.99 a month for one year, Internet 1 Gig (1,000/50 Mbps) is $99.99 for two years, and Internet 2 Gig (2,000/50 Mbps) is $149.99 for three years, each with no long-term commitment, an eero Wi-Fi system and modem included, data security included, and a $149.95 one-time installation fee. After the promotional term each plan steps up $20 a month per year to a ceiling of $129.99, $159.99 and $209.99 respectively, and 2 Gig is not available in all areas. Against the residential 1 Gig at $50 on the table above, the business 1 Gig plan is 2× the price, and the $149.95 install is the fee to negotiate.
| Business plan | Monthly price | Terms |
|---|---|---|
| Internet 300 (300/30 Mbps) | $69.99 for 1 year | Steps $20/yr to $129.99; no long-term commitment; $149.95 install |
| Internet 1 Gig (1,000/50 Mbps) | $99.99 for 2 years | Steps $20/yr to $159.99; eero 7 included |
| Internet 2 Gig (2,000/50 Mbps) | $149.99 for 3 years | Steps $20/yr to $209.99; two eero 7 units; not in all areas |
Source: the provider’s own business pages, read September 28, 2026. Business pricing is quoted by address and term; treat these as the published starting points.
What the business plan adds over the residential one: a service-level agreement with priority repair, static IP options, commercial-use terms and business support. If downtime does not cost you money, the residential plan at the same address is the cheaper answer — see business internet providers compared and what business internet costs.
Compare business internet at your address
Business plans are quoted by address and term. See which providers reach your storefront or office before you sign anything.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mediacom internet good?
Yes for fast cable downloads and rural availability, with unlimited data. The trade-off to plan for is the pricing cliff: the multi-year lock covers a promo rate, and standard rates run roughly double when it ends.
How much is Mediacom internet per month?
On our verified September 2026 West Des Moines quote, $30–$95/mo depending on speed (5 Gig promo-priced at $75), locked 2–5 years, plus a $25 activation fee and optional ~$15/mo modem rental. A contract applies.
Who owns Mediacom?
Mediacom Communications, a privately held U.S. cable company founded in 1995, owns Mediacom.
Does Mediacom have a data cap?
Not on any current plan — the Unlimited tiers carry no cap and the FCC labels list no usage charges. Only grandfathered legacy allowance plans still show a $10-per-50GB overage on Mediacom’s rate card.
Does Mediacom require a contract?
No. Every current plan is commitment-free with a $0 early termination fee per the FCC broadband labels — the multi-year figure on each plan is a price lock, not a contract.
Confirm current plans and pricing for your address on the provider’s official site and the FCC Broadband Facts label.
Does Mediacom offer business internet?
Yes. Mediacom Business Internet 300 is $69.99 a month for one year, 1 Gig is $99.99 for two years and 2 Gig is $149.99 for three years as of September 28, 2026, each stepping up $20 a month per year afterward, with eero Wi-Fi and modem included, no long-term commitment and a $149.95 installation fee.
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