Best Internet Deals of the Week: August 3
One provider stole the show this week
Jul 31, 2026 | Share 
Deals, Internet Buying Guides
It’s a bit slow on the deals front this week, but one provider showed up. And you won’t be disappointed. If you’re looking to lock down some back-to-school savings, then stay tuned. Students and educators, I suggest you keep an especially close eye on this week’s standout offer.
The best deal of the week!
Get internet as low as $25 with Optimum*
Students and educators alike can take $5 off their monthly bill with Optimum when they sign up with a .edu email. This means that if you sign up for the 300 Mbps plan, you can get quality monthly internet for under $30. There’s no end-date on this offer just yet, but with the back-to-school season almost at its peak, I suggest you don’t take too long to lock in the savings. Things could change at any point.
* See Optimum disclaimer.
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Last week’s deals
Since we’re curating the best deals for you every week, that means you always have options. If this week’s deal isn’t an exact match for you, not to worry; we covered offers like this one last week.
- Get 1 Gig for $45 with Quantum Fiber
Check out last week’s deals roundup to see what you missed!
FAQ about deals
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Methodology
To find the sweet spot this week, we looked past the flashy marketing to see which plans actually give you the most for your money. We dig into the fine print to watch out for hidden gotchas that can sneakily drive up your bill. We specifically prioritize providers that offer straightforward and consistent pricing, so you can have a better idea of how long your deal will actually feel like one. Our overarching goal is to recommend plans that easily handle a house full of daily internet use without making you pay for extra speed you’ll never actually use.
Deals disclaimers
Optimum deals
To qualify for this offer, you must provide a valid .edu email address that can be successfully verified and does not bounce back. A $5 discount will be applied to eligible internet services for speed tiers of 300mbps and above. Once your email is verified, you will receive a confirmation email, and the discount will be automatically applied to your bill within 1-2 billing cycles. Additional eligibility checks may apply. Qualifying customers receive $5 discount after providing email or ID verification. $5 discount remains until eligibility requirements no longer met.
300 Mbps Internet service auto-renews monthly at $30/mo. + taxes & fees for 60 months, after which price will go up no more than $15/mo. per year until standard rates reached.
Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 877-794-2724 or by logging into account at optimum.net. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in WV. Price reflects $10/mo off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both. Reduced to $5/mo w/ debit card. No discount w/ credit cards. Offer for new residential customers. Former Optimum seasonal customers or customers previously not in good standing not eligible for promo. Acct with unpaid bill after due date is not in good standing. Offer is not transferable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply.
300 MBPS INTERNET: Up to 300 Mbps download/up to 20 Mbps upload. Speeds, prices & availability vary by area. Enter your address to see speed availability in your area. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed. The speed of Internet packages with unlimited data will reduce during periods of local network congestion. Wireless speed, performance & availability sbjct to factors beyond Optimum’s control.
INTERNET EQUIP, TAXES & FEES: For online orders, standard rates for professional installation may apply where free Self-Setup is available. Gateway fee auto-renews monthly at $0/mo. + taxes & fees for 12 months, after which price will go up no more than $5/mo. per year until standard rates reached. Limit 1 per household. Min system req’s & equip configs apply.
Whole Home Wifi (optional) auto-renews monthly at $5/mo. + taxes & fees. Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 855-825-8788. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in CT & NJ. Whole Home WiFi is available for purchase to enhance wireless connectivity throughout a subscriber’s residence. Coverage varies based on normal use and building conditions. Actual range and performance can vary. For other services and supplies (add’l equip., install, paper bill, device protection, misc. services, etc.) taxes may apply.
Pricing, offers, and terms subject to change and discontinuance w/o notice. All trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owner. © 2026 CSC Holdings, LLC.
Author - Hannah Haynes
Hannah Haynes is a recent graduate from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication. She brings years of journalistic and native language experience to her role in compliance at HighSpeedInternet.com, where she prioritizes clarity and consistency in both English and Spanish. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her at the movie theater– popcorn in hand, catching all of the latest releases.
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Jessica loves bringing her passion for the written word and her love of tech into one space at HighSpeedInternet.com. She works with the team’s writers to revise strong, user-focused content so every reader can find the tech that works for them. Jessica has a bachelor’s degree in English from Utah Valley University and seven years of creative and editorial experience. Outside of work, she spends her time gaming, reading, painting, and buying an excessive amount of Legend of Zelda merchandise.
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