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Astound vs Xfinity in Arlington Heights
Arlington Heights shoppers trade Astound’s lower starting price for Xfinity’s broader coverage and substantially faster upload performance.
Xfinity is the better overall pick in Arlington Heights because it offers broader coverage, faster downloads and much stronger uploads, though it starts at twice Astound’s price. Xfinity wins on speed and coverage, while Astound wins on price. Astound’s 1,500/50 Mbps plan reaches about 85% of the city where available; Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps plan reaches about 87%. Choose Xfinity for gaming, video calls and heavier households; choose Astound if its lower starting price and available service meet your needs.
At a glance
Astound vs. Xfinity, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound |
Cable | 1 Gig 50 Mbps upload |
85% | $20/mo | Budget-friendly |
| Xfinity |
Cable | 2 Gig 300 Mbps upload |
100% | $40/mo | Fastest plans here |
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
Availability can vary block to block across Arlington Heights, even though Xfinity reaches about 100% of the city overall and Astound reaches about 85%. Check your exact address, because the faster listed plans may not be available at every home.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound | Xfinity | Astound | Xfinity | Astound | Xfinity | |||
| 60004 | Northgate, Stonegate, Greenbrier, Scarsdale | 95% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 61 | 82 | Xfinity |
| 60005 | Arlington Heights South, Frontier, Pioneer Park, Terramere | 99% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 64 | 82 | Xfinity |
| 60006 | Arlington Heights (P.O. Box service area) | 100% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 64 | 82 | 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 Arlington Heights 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.
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Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Is Astound or Xfinity available at my Arlington Heights address?
Xfinity reaches about 100% of Arlington Heights overall, while Astound reaches about 85%. Coverage can vary block to block, so check your exact address before choosing a plan.
Which is cheaper, Astound or Xfinity, and what will I actually pay?
Astound starts at $20/mo, compared with Xfinity at $40/mo. These are promotional starting rates, so confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees and any contract before signing.
Which is faster in Arlington Heights, and is it enough for gaming, work from home or 4K?
Xfinity is faster on the listed top tier at 2,000/300 Mbps, versus Astound’s 1,500/50 Mbps. Both can support common home activities where available, but check your address and household needs before selecting a plan.