Is Bundling Spectrum Internet and Mobile Worth It?
Get Spectrum Internet, Advanced WiFi, and an Unlimited Mobile line for $60.00/mo. for 24 mos.
Oct 3, 2024 | Share
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You can bundle internet with mobile service through the Spectrum One promotion. During the first 24 months, you get the standard discounted price for internet plus Advanced WiFi and an Unlimited Mobile line at no extra cost.
But does bundling these two services really save you money? Yes, you can pocket a considerable amount over the first year. It’s a tad bit more expensive than bundling internet with Spectrum Voice, its home phone service, but you can use Spectrum Mobile anywhere Verizon provides cellular service—and you can’t do that with Spectrum Voice.
If you’re on the fence about adding Spectrum Mobile when you order internet, we’ll list what’s available to you, the pros and cons of bundling, and the prices you’ll eventually pay so you can better choose what’s best for you.
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How do you get a Spectrum Mobile and Internet bundle deal?
You can bundle Spectrum Internet with Spectrum Mobile by following this path on the Spectrum website:
Residential > Packages > Spectrum One
Don’t choose Packages > Shop Packages and toggle on the Internet and Unlimited Mobile options afterward. The following results gave us bundle deals for internet and landline phone service, not mobile. Spectrum One is the only way to bundle these two services for now.
New customers must sign up for a Spectrum Internet plan of 500Mbps or faster to get a Spectrum Mobile line. Existing customers can only add Spectrum Mobile service costing $30.00 per month per line.
Which Spectrum Mobile and Internet plans qualify for bundle deals?
You can bundle Spectrum Mobile with an internet plan with speeds of 500Mbps or faster. We didn’t see an option to bundle the Unlimited Plus plan, but the website says you can upgrade to Unlimited Plus at any time. Call customer service or visit a local Spectrum store and ask about Unlimited Plus if you need more mobile data each month.
Spectrum Internet plans
Plan | Price | Download speed | View on Spectrum's site |
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Spectrum Internet® Assist | $25.00/mo.* | Up to 50Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Shop Plans |
Spectrum Internet® Advantage | $50.00/mo.* | Up to 100Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Shop Plans |
Spectrum Internet® Premier | $60.00/mo.‡ for 12 mos. | Up to 500Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Shop Plans |
Spectrum Internet® Gig | $70.00/mo.‡ for 12 mos. | Up to 1,000Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Shop Plans |
Spectrum provides mostly cable internet and some fiber-to-the-home internet in “untapped” areas that don’t have cable, like new neighborhoods. You get a modem or gateway rent-free for the duration of the service, but Wi-Fi is an extra $7 per month, whether you have the gateway or Spectrum’s standalone router.
The Assist and Advantage plans don’t have widespread availability, so you may not see them listed in your area. Plus, you can’t bundle these two plans with Spectrum Mobile and they are only available based on eligibility.
Spectrum Mobile plans
Plan | Price (per line) | Monthly data allowance | Hotspot data | View on Spectrum's site |
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By the Gig | $14 per 1GB/mo. | 1GB*† | Included | View Plan |
Unlimited | $29.99/mo. | Unlimited*‡ | Included | View Plan |
Unlimited Plus | $39.99/mo. | Unlimited*§ | Included | View Plan |
Spectrum bundles internet with its Spectrum Mobile Unlimited service by default. Technically, you get unlimited data but expect throttled speeds when you burn through 20GB of data before the billing cycle ends. The Spectrum Mobile website says you can switch to Unlimited Plus at any time.
Additionally, Spectrum Mobile requires Spectrum Internet to work. Your phone mostly uses local Wi-Fi networks and Spectrum hotspots (which include neighboring home gateways) to make calls and access the internet. If a Spectrum WiFi network is out of range, your phone switches to Verizon’s network.
Based on Spectrum Mobile’s coverage map, most of Verizon’s cellular network is still 4G LTE, but there’s a good chance you’ll see 5G service where you live.
Should you bundle Spectrum Mobile with Spectrum Internet?
Spectrum provides a great deal for the first 12 months if you need internet and mobile service.
New customers already get a $30 monthly discount for internet service during the first year. Spectrum Internet can be an absolute steal if you can get its fiber-to-the-home service, as it offers symmetrical speeds and better reliability, unlike cable internet (for now, at least).
But with the Spectrum One promotion, you also get a single Unlimited Mobile line and Advanced WiFi at no extra cost during the first year. That’s a savings of $34.99 per month—$419.88 total over the first 12 months. Kapow!
Pros:
- Great bundling discount
- No internet data caps
- No contracts
Cons:
- Limited fiber availability
- Price hikes after 12 months
- Spectrum Internet requirement
Spectrum Internet and Mobile bundles
Bundle | Price | Promo bundle savings | Download speed | View on Spectrum's site |
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Spectrum Internet® Premier+ Unlimited Mobile Line | $60.00/mo.* for 24 mos. when bundled | $30.00/mo. for 12 mos. when bundled | Up to 500Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | View Plan |
Spectrum Internet® Premier + 2 Unlimited Mobile Lines | $90.00/mo.* for 24 mos. when bundled | $30.00/mo. for 12 mos. when bundled | Up to 500Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | View Plan |
Spectrum Internet® Gig + Unlimited Line | $70.00/mo.* for 24 mos. when bundled | $20.00/mo. for 12 mos. when bundled | Up to 1,000Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | View Plan |
What we like—you get the best of both Spectrum worlds
Spectrum ranks seventh for overall satisfaction in our latest customer satisfaction survey, falling behind Verizon, Xfinity, AT&T, and Cox. It ranks sixth in speed satisfaction, offering up to 1,000Mbps downloads in most areas. Its fiber internet has symmetrical speeds and better reliability if you can get it.
The big callouts are no data caps on landline internet, no contracts, and free modems (or gateways). The bundle prices are cheap, too—essentially the same price you pay for internet alone during the first year. You could use the money you save to purchase one of the best Wi-Fi routers available when the promotion ends.
And you know you can count on great mobile service thanks to Verizon’s nationwide 4G LTE and 5G network. It’s available across 70% of the U.S., so even if a Spectrum hotspot isn’t nearby, Verizon has your back with great speeds, even in rural areas.
What we don’t like—Spectrum makes bundling confusing
Considering how Spectrum loves to advertise Spectrum One at least once per hour on TV, the website is a real headache—at least for this guy. There’s a specific path you must take to bundle Spectrum Internet with Spectrum Mobile, or else you may end up trying to add Spectrum Voice instead. Then again, you may see something completely different, depending on your location.
That said, you’re probably better off walking into a Spectrum store and ordering service from a smiling human. But hold on there, partner. Don’t go moseying in with stars in your eyes, thinking you struck gold with some long-term savings. We’ll go over the price hikes you’ll see after 12 months.
Buyer beware—price hikes and other fun stuff to consider
Your cost goes up significantly after the first year, and here are the post-promo prices.
Bundle | Internet price | Phone price | WiFi price | Total post-promo cost |
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Spectrum Internet® Premier + Unlimited Mobile Line | $84.99/mo. | $30.00/mo. | $7/mo. | $114.99/mo. |
Spectrum Internet® Premier + 2 Unlimited Mobile Lines | $84.99/mo. | $60.00/mo. | $7/mo. | $144.98/mo. |
Spectrum Internet® Gig + Unlimited Mobile Line | $114.99/mo. | $30.00/mo. | $7/mo. | $151.99/mo. |
Spectrum’s monthly cost for internet service increases by $30 after the first year. Tack on the monthly Spectrum Mobile and WiFi service charges when the Spectrum One promotion ends, and your cost increases by $64.99 per month for any plan you choose.
In addition to the post-promo price hikes, there are a few other things to consider when you bundle mobile with internet.
Internet installation fee: Spectrum charges a one-time fee of $59.99. The self-install option was not available when we tried to order service.
Per-line activation fee: Spectrum charges a one-time fee of $10 per line.
Spectrum Internet requirement: You cannot get Spectrum Mobile without Spectrum’s internet service. Choose Verizon if you already have internet from another provider.
Auto Pay: You must enroll in Auto Pay to have Spectrum Mobile service
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Expert opinion: Great savings with a catch
Spectrum is a steal during the first 12 months, especially if you bundle internet with mobile. You save $34.99 each month when you choose Spectrum One, and those savings can add up during your first year.
But once the promotion ends, your total cost nearly doubles each month. Any extras you tack on along the way—an extra line, TV service, the battery backup—may greatly increase your post-promo cost even more.
Spectrum Mobile vs. Spectrum Voice bundles
Bundle | Total price | Internet speed | Monthly data | Order online |
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Spectrum Internet® + Unlimited Line | $49.99/mo.* for 12 mos. when bundled | Up to 300Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | Unlimited‡ | View Plans |
Spectrum Internet® + Voice | $69.98/mo.† for 12 mos. when bundled | Up to 300Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | N/A | View Plans |
As we mentioned earlier, the website had us digging through home phone plans at one point instead of mobile. Spectrum offers a landline phone service that also requires Spectrum Internet to use, meaning you send and receive calls across your internet connection (cable or fiber) versus the traditional phone line.
Overall, bundles with internet, voice, and Wi-Fi are $10 cheaper than Spectrum One bundles once the promotion ends. The cost difference is due to Spectrum Voice’s $19.99 monthly pricing versus Spectrum Mobile at $29.99.
FAQ about Spectrum’s mobile and internet bundles
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Disclaimers
Spectrum Internet plans
* No contract required. Available in select areas only. For qualifying households only. Availability of offer is based on income eligibility. Go to Spectrum.com/internet/spectrum-internet-assist for additional details.
† For 24 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra.
‡ For 24 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
Spectrum Mobile Plans
* Service not available in all areas. Per line activation fee, Spectrum Internet and Auto Pay required. Other restrictions apply. Visit spectrum.com/mobile/plans for details.
† $14 for each additional 1GB during one billing cycle.
‡ Speeds reduced to 1Mbps download, and 512Kbps upload after 20GB used during one billing cycle.
§ Speeds reduced to 1Mbps download, and 512Kbps upload after 30GB used during one billing cycle.
Spectrum Internet and Mobile bundles
* Pricing for 24 months. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and have no outstanding obligations to Charter. Services are subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply.
Spectrum Mobile vs. Spectrum Voice bundles
* Pricing for 24 months. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and have no outstanding obligations to Charter. Services are subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply.
† Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
‡ Speeds reduced to 1Mbps download, and 512Kbps upload after 20GB used during one billing cycle.
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Author - Kevin Parrish
Kevin Parrish has more than a decade of experience working as a writer, editor, and product tester. He began writing about computer hardware and soon branched out to other devices and services such as networking equipment, phones and tablets, game consoles, and other internet-connected devices. His work has appeared in Tom’s Hardware, Tom's Guide, Maximum PC, Digital Trends, Android Authority, How-To Geek, Lifewire, and others. At HighSpeedInternet.com, he focuses on network equipment testing and review.