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Astound vs Xfinity in Northbrook
Northbrook’s choice is broader Xfinity coverage and stronger upload performance versus Astound’s lower starting price where its service reaches your address.
Xfinity is the better overall pick in Northbrook because it reaches about 99% of the city, offers faster downloads and uploads where available, and starts at $40 per month. Xfinity wins on speed and coverage, while Astound wins on starting price at $20 per month. Xfinity suits households that need reliable availability, gaming performance, or heavier simultaneous use; Astound fits budget-minded shoppers whose address qualifies. Check availability first, since Astound’s fastest tier reaches only about 28% of the city.
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 |
28% | $20/mo | Budget-friendly |
| Xfinity |
Cable | 2 Gig 300 Mbps upload |
99% | $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 shift block to block across Northbrook. Xfinity reaches about 99% of the city overall, while Astound reaches about 28%, so check your exact address rather than relying only on neighborhood-level expectations.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound | Xfinity | Astound | Xfinity | Astound | Xfinity | |||
| 60062 | Northbrook, Sunset Ridge, Mission Hills, White Plains | 16% | 99% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 10 | 81 | Xfinity |
| 60065 | Northbrook (P.O. Box service area) | 8% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 5 | 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 Northbrook 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 Xfinity or Astound available at my Northbrook address?
Xfinity reaches about 99% of Northbrook, while Astound reaches about 28% of the city overall. Coverage can vary block to block, so enter your exact address on each provider’s availability checker before deciding.
Which is cheaper in Northbrook, Astound or Xfinity, and what will I actually pay?
Astound starts at $20 per month, compared with $40 per month for Xfinity. Those are promotional starting rates, so confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees, and any contract before signing; use those details to calculate your actual monthly cost.
Which is faster for gaming, work from home, or 4K streaming in Northbrook?
Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps tier reaches about 43% of the city where available, while Astound’s 1,500/50 Mbps tier reaches about 28%. Xfinity is the stronger performance choice when available, but check your address and intended tier before ordering.