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What makes Verizon Fios better than cable?

Unlike most cable providers, Fios is built on a 100% fiber-optic network with fast, reliable internet plus TV streaming services and on demand movies.

What makes Verizon Fios better than cable?
Verizon Fios vs. Cable TV

Verizon Fios

Comcast Xfinity

Charter Spectrum

100% Fiber-optic network
100% Fiber-optic network
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Upload speeds nearly as fast as download speeds
Upload speeds nearly as fast as download speeds
Yes
No
No
Low Internet Pricing
Low Internet Pricing
Verizon's Best Value Guarantee includes at least a 3-year price lock guarantee for new and existing customers. Verizon also offers all-in pricing with no surprise price hikes, equipment charges or hidden fees.
Promo rates expire after 1-5 years, standard rates higher than Verizon.
Promo prices expire after 1-3 years, standard rates higher than Verizon and charge extra for router.
Whole-Home Wifi extender
Whole-Home Wifi extender
​Included with a 1 Gig or 2 Gig plan
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Mobile + Home discounts that don't expire
Mobile + Home discounts that don't expire
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5-year price guarantee
5-year price guarantee
Included with a 1 Gig and 2 Gig plan
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Things are different with Fios.

100% fiber optic, 100% phenomenal.