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Mediacom Xtream vs WOW in Columbus
WOW offers broader coverage, faster downloads, and a lower starting price, while Mediacom Xtream remains a viable address-dependent alternative.
WOW is the better overall pick in Columbus because it reaches more homes, offers faster downloads, and starts at a lower monthly price. WOW wins on speed and coverage, with a 1,200/50 Mbps cable plan where available and service reaching about 84% of the city. Mediacom Xtream wins neither category here, though its 1,000/50 Mbps plan and roughly 70% reach may still work well at your address. Choose WOW for the stronger all-around value; choose Mediacom Xtream only if it is the better available fit for your location.
At a glance
Mediacom Xtream vs. WOW, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mediacom Xtream |
Cable | 1 Gig 50 Mbps upload |
70% | $30/mo | Solid cable option |
| WOW |
Cable | 1 Gig 50 Mbps upload |
84% | $25/mo | Fastest plans here |
Coverage map
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Neighborhood breakdown
WOW reaches about 84% of Columbus, while Mediacom Xtream reaches about 70%, but availability can vary block to block across neighborhoods and ZIP areas. Enter your exact address to see which service and plan are actually available there.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mediacom Xtream | WOW | Mediacom Xtream | WOW | Mediacom Xtream | WOW | |||
| 31904 | North Columbus, River Road, Brookstone, Green Island Hills | 67% | 86% | 1 Gig | 1 Gig | 37 | 53 | WOW |
| 31907 | East Columbus, Forest Park, Wynnton, Eastdale | 94% | 95% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 52 | 59 | WOW |
| 31906 | Midtown Columbus, Weracoba/St. Elmo, Wynnton, East Highlands | 57% | 91% | 1 Gig | 1 Gig | 31 | 56 | WOW |
| 31909 | North Columbus, Midland, Northlake, Double Churches | 96% | 90% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 53 | 55 | WOW |
| 31901 | Downtown Columbus, Uptown Columbus, Columbus Historic District, South Commons | 8% | 64% | 1 Gig | 1 Gig | 5 | 40 | WOW |
| 31903 | Fort Moore, South Columbus, Cusseta Road area | 88% | 87% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 49 | 54 | WOW |
| 31902 | Downtown Columbus, Uptown Columbus, Central Columbus | 10% | 48% | 1 Gig | 1 Gig | 5 | 30 | WOW |
| 31908 | Fort Moore, South Columbus, Cusseta Road area | 96% | 88% | 1 Gig | 1 Gig | 53 | 54 | WOW |
| 31914 | Central Columbus, Downtown Columbus, Uptown Columbus | 54% | 92% | 1 Gig | 1 Gig | 30 | 56 | WOW |
| 31917 | North Columbus, Central Columbus, Midtown Columbus | 78% | 97% | 1 Gig | 1 Gig | 43 | 59 | WOW |
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 Columbus city page, so it moves as availability changes street to street.
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Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Is WOW or Mediacom Xtream available at my Columbus address?
WOW reaches about 84% of Columbus, while Mediacom Xtream reaches about 70%. Because coverage varies block to block, check your exact address before choosing a provider.
Which is cheaper, WOW or Mediacom Xtream, and what will I actually pay?
WOW starts at $25/mo, while Mediacom Xtream starts at $30/mo. These are promotional starting rates, so confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees, and any contract before signing; then compare the final terms for your address.
Which is faster for gaming, work from home, or 4K streaming?
WOW offers up to 1,200/50 Mbps where available, while Mediacom Xtream offers up to 1,000/50 Mbps where available. Both list 50 Mbps uploads, so check availability and choose WOW where its faster tier reaches your address.
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