Mediacom
Mediacom's No B.S. Internet delivers transparent 2-year price-lock internet from 300 Mbps to 2 Gbps — with unlimited data and a free eero mesh router — across 22 states in rural and suburban America.
Starting From
$30.00/mo
Max Speed
2000 Mbps
Plans Available
3
Available Plans
Mediacom No B.S. Internet plans (all require AutoPay + paperless; $100 one-time install + activation fee): No B.S. Internet 300 ($30/month, 300 Mbps, 2-year price lock, eero Pro 6 router included), No B.S. Internet 1 Gig ($65/month, symmetrical 1 Gbps, eero 7 mesh system included), No B.S. Internet 2 Gig ($75/month, 2 Gbps down/1 Gbps up, eero 7 mesh system included). All plans include unlimited data and a 2-year price guarantee. Mediacom TV: Local TV ($40/month, 55+ local channels), Essential TV ($110/month, 125+ channels — most popular), Variety TV ($130/month, 170+ channels). VoIP home phone service is available as a bundle add-on. TV service requires an active Mediacom internet subscription.
No B.S. Internet 300
300 Mbps
$30/mo
No B.S. Internet 1 Gig
1000 Mbps
$65/mo
No B.S. Internet 2 Gig
2000 Mbps
$75/mo
Mediacom Local TV
$40/mo
Mediacom Essential TV
$110/mo
Mediacom Variety TV
$130/mo
About Mediacom
Mediacom Communications is one of the largest cable internet providers in the United States focused exclusively on the smaller markets that major operators like Comcast, Charter, and Cox routinely bypass. Serving approximately 1.6 million customers across 22 states, Mediacom's footprint covers the rural towns and mid-sized cities of the Midwest and Southeast — communities where Mediacom is often the only wired broadband provider available to residents.
In 2025, Mediacom rebranded its residential internet service under the 'No B.S. Internet' banner — a direct statement about transparent pricing, 2-year price locks, included equipment, and unlimited data. The rebrand eliminated the confusing Xtream tier names and data overage structures that previously applied to lower-speed plans. Under No B.S. Internet, every plan now includes unlimited data, a 2-year price guarantee, and eero mesh router hardware at no extra equipment fee — a significant upgrade in value for customers in underserved markets who previously had few alternatives.
Mediacom's No B.S. Internet plans include multi-gig options (up to 2 Gbps) in most markets, delivering modern internet speeds to communities that historically had limited broadband access. Mediacom TV continues to serve subscribers who want live cable channels, and the provider's home phone service remains a popular option for customers who want VoIP calling bundled with their internet.
Best For
- ★Rural and small-town households in the Midwest and Southeast where Mediacom is the only wired broadband option
- ★Budget-conscious customers who want affordable high-speed internet at $30/month with transparent pricing
- ★Families who want all-in-one service (internet + TV + phone) from a single regional provider
- ★Households upgrading from slow DSL or satellite internet to cable-speed internet for the first time
- ★Anyone who values a 2-year price guarantee with no promotional tricks — what you see is what you pay
Pros
- ✓No B.S. Internet branding reflects transparent pricing — 2-year price lock, no surprise rate jumps
- ✓Unlimited data on all No B.S. Internet plans — data caps eliminated in 2025 rebrand
- ✓Free eero mesh router included at no equipment fee on all internet plans
- ✓Multi-gig internet (up to 2 Gbps) available in most Mediacom markets
- ✓Affordable entry point — 300 Mbps fiber-speed cable internet at $30/month
- ✓Often the only wired broadband provider available in rural Midwest and Southeast markets
- ✓Bundle options for internet + TV + phone for all-in-one household service
Cons
- ✕One-time fees of $100 (installation $75 + activation $25) apply to all new installs
- ✕Upload speeds are asymmetrical on lower tiers — 300 Mbps plan has much slower uploads than downloads
- ✕2-year price lock means rate stability for 24 months, but prices can increase after that
- ✕No mobile phone service — unlike Cox, Spectrum, or Optimum, Mediacom does not offer wireless
- ✕Customer service ratings have historically been below the national cable average
- ✕Limited to smaller markets — not available in any major US city
Availability
Mediacom serves 22 states with the strongest concentration in the Midwest and Southeast: Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, and others. Mediacom's coverage focuses on smaller cities and rural communities — towns like Quincy IL, Joplin MO, Duluth MN, and Valdosta GA — where Mediacom is frequently the only wired broadband option available. Mediacom does not operate in any major metropolitan market. Enter your ZIP code on mediacomcable.com to confirm availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mediacom's No B.S. Internet?
No B.S. Internet is Mediacom's 2025 rebrand of its residential internet service. It replaces the old Xtream branded tiers with a simpler lineup featuring transparent 2-year price locks, unlimited data on all plans, and free eero mesh router hardware. The name signals Mediacom's commitment to straightforward pricing without the promotional gimmicks common at larger cable providers.
How much does Mediacom internet cost?
No B.S. Internet 300 Mbps starts at $30/month, 1 Gig is $65/month, and 2 Gig is $75/month — all with AutoPay and paperless billing. A one-time combined installation and activation fee of $100 applies to new service. All plans include unlimited data, a 2-year price guarantee, and a free eero mesh router.
Does Mediacom have data caps?
No — all Mediacom No B.S. Internet plans include unlimited data as of the 2025 rebrand. Previous Xtream plans had data allowances on lower tiers, but the No B.S. Internet restructuring eliminated data caps entirely across the residential lineup.
What states does Mediacom serve?
Mediacom serves 22 states including Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Tennessee. Their coverage concentrates on smaller cities and rural areas in the Midwest and Southeast — Mediacom does not operate in any major metropolitan market.
Does Mediacom include a router?
Yes — all No B.S. Internet plans include eero mesh router hardware at no extra monthly equipment fee. The 300 Mbps plan includes an eero Pro 6, while the 1 Gig and 2 Gig plans include eero 7 multi-device mesh systems — significantly better than the gateway hardware most cable providers rent for $10–$15/month extra.
Does Mediacom offer home phone?
Yes — Mediacom offers VoIP home phone service with unlimited local and long-distance calling in the US and Canada, available as a bundle add-on with any internet or TV plan. Home phone is priced affordably when bundled with internet service.
Is Mediacom the only internet provider in my area?
In many rural and small-town markets where Mediacom operates, it is the only wired broadband provider. Residents in these areas may also have access to satellite internet (Starlink, HughesNet) or fixed wireless (T-Mobile, AT&T Internet Air), but Mediacom typically delivers faster and more reliable wired speeds than those alternatives.