vs
Google Fiber vs Xfinity in Huntsville
Huntsville shoppers trade Google Fiber’s faster uploads where available for Xfinity’s broader reach and lower starting price.
Xfinity is the better overall pick because it reaches about 85% of Huntsville, starts at $40 per month, and offers strong download speeds, while Google Fiber reaches about 60% and starts at $70. Google Fiber wins on speed and upload performance where it reaches your address; Xfinity wins on coverage and price. Google Fiber suits heavy uploaders, large households, and serious gamers who can get service, while Xfinity is the more practical choice for most Huntsville shoppers. Check availability first, then weigh whether faster uploads justify Google Fiber’s higher starting price.
At a glance
Google Fiber vs. Xfinity, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Fiber |
Fiber | 8 Gig 8 Gig upload |
60% | $70/mo | Top fiber speeds |
| Xfinity |
Cable | 2 Gig 300 Mbps upload |
85% | $40/mo | Widest availability |
Coverage map
Two different questions, two views. Top speed shows who offers the faster plan where you can actually get it. Coverage shows who reaches more of each ZIP. Or pick a single provider to see just its footprint.
Neighborhood breakdown
The head-to-head can change by ZIP code and neighborhood because coverage varies block to block in Huntsville. Google Fiber is the faster choice where it reaches your address, while Xfinity is more likely to be available across the city.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Fiber | Xfinity | Google Fiber | Xfinity | Google Fiber | Xfinity | |||
| 35801 | Downtown Huntsville, Five Points, Twickenham, Old Town | 79% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 78 | 83 | Xfinity |
| 35811 | Chase, Ryland, Moores Mill area, Meridianville edge | 40% | 72% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 40 | 60 | Xfinity |
| 35810 | North Huntsville, Sherwood Park, Chapman Mountain area, Moores Mill | 81% | 97% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 80 | 81 | Xfinity |
| 35803 | Green Mountain, Ditto Landing, Chaney Thompson, Mountain Gap | 72% | 87% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 72 | 73 | Xfinity |
| 35806 | Providence, Cummings Research Park, Research Park West | 40% | 82% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 40 | 69 | Xfinity |
| 35805 | Medical District, Terry Heights, West Huntsville, Cavalry Hill | 82% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 81 | 84 | Xfinity |
| 35816 | Sherwood Park, Terry Heights, West Huntsville, Lincoln Park | 70% | 99% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 70 | 83 | Xfinity |
| 35802 | Jones Valley, Chaffee, Hampton Cove area, Whitesburg | 76% | 97% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 76 | 81 | Xfinity |
| 35824 | Jetplex, Huntsville International Airport area, Cummings Research Park South | 62% | 73% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 61 | 61 | Xfinity |
| 35807 | Redstone Arsenal (industrial) | 73% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 73 | 84 | Xfinity |
| 35804 | Downtown Huntsville (PO Boxes) | 42% | 98% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 42 | 82 | Xfinity |
| 35812 | Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal | 0% | 80% | — | 2 Gig | — | 67 | Xfinity |
| 35813 | North Huntsville (PO Boxes) | 14% | 78% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 13 | 66 | Xfinity |
| 35815 | East Huntsville (PO Boxes) | 77% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 76 | 84 | Xfinity |
Rank score (0–100) is each provider’s Speed Score, discounted for weak upload, times the share of that ZIP it reaches — the same rule that orders providers on the Huntsville city page, so it moves as availability changes street to street.
Which is better for…
The right pick comes down to what you actually do online.
Get connected
Pick your provider and check availability at your address.
- 8 Gig down · 8 Gig up Fiber
- 2 Gig down · 1 Gig up Fiber
- 2 Gig down · 300 Mbps up Cable
- 1 Gig down · 35 Mbps up Cable
See what’s actually available at your address
Coverage changes from one street to the next. Check your exact address in seconds.
Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Is Google Fiber available at my Huntsville address?
Google Fiber reaches about 60% of Huntsville, so availability depends on your exact address. Xfinity reaches about 85% of the city; check both providers with your full address before choosing.
Which is cheaper in Huntsville, Google Fiber or Xfinity?
Xfinity starts at $40 per month, compared with Google Fiber at $70 per month. These are promotional starting rates, so confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees, and any contract before signing.
Which is faster for gaming, work from home, and 4K streaming?
Google Fiber’s top tier is 8,000/8,000 Mbps where available, while Xfinity’s top tier is 2,000/300 Mbps. Google Fiber is faster for demanding use if it reaches your address; check availability and compare upload needs before ordering.
More Huntsville comparisons
How Huntsville’s other qualifying providers stack up head-to-head.