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Astound vs Xfinity in Naperville
Naperville shoppers trade Astound’s lower $20 starting price for Xfinity’s broader reach and stronger upload performance where available.
Xfinity is the better overall pick in Naperville because it reaches more homes, offers faster downloads and uploads where available, and scores slightly higher for speed. Xfinity wins on speed and coverage, while Astound wins on starting price at $20 versus $40. Astound’s 1,500/50 Mbps cable tier reaches about 69% of the city, while Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps cable tier reaches about 73%. Choose Xfinity for heavier streaming, gaming, or work-from-home demands; choose Astound if the lower starting rate matters most and its service reaches your address.
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 |
69% | $20/mo | Budget-friendly |
| Xfinity |
Cable | 2 Gig 300 Mbps upload |
98% | $40/mo | Fastest plans here |
Coverage map
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Neighborhood breakdown
Xfinity reaches about 98% of Naperville overall, compared with Astound at about 69%, but availability still varies block to block. Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps tier reaches about 73% of the city, while Astound’s 1,500/50 Mbps tier reaches about 69%, so check the exact address for the available tier.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound | Xfinity | Astound | Xfinity | Astound | Xfinity | |||
| 60540 | Downtown Naperville, Historic District, East Highlands, Cress Creek | 93% | 99% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 60 | 81 | Xfinity |
| 60563 | North Naperville, Brookdale, Huntington Estates, River Run | 77% | 97% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 50 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 60565 | Knoch Knolls, Saybrook, Hobson West, Breckenridge Estates | 93% | 99% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 60 | 81 | Xfinity |
| 60564 | South Naperville, White Eagle, Tall Grass, Ashwood Park | 92% | 99% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 59 | 81 | Xfinity |
| 60567 | North Naperville | 99% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 64 | 82 | Xfinity |
| 60566 | Central Naperville | 99% | 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 Naperville 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 Naperville address?
Xfinity reaches about 98% of Naperville overall, while Astound reaches about 69%. Availability can vary block to block, so check your exact address and confirm the available tier before ordering.
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 for gaming, work from home, or 4K streaming?
Xfinity’s fastest listed tier is 2,000/300 Mbps and reaches about 73% of the city, while Astound’s cable tier is 1,500/50 Mbps and reaches about 69%. Check which tier reaches your address, especially if upload performance matters for gaming or work from home.