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Astound vs Xfinity in Boston
Boston shoppers trade Astound’s lower $20 starting price for Xfinity’s broader availability and faster upload performance where available.
Xfinity is the better overall pick in Boston because it reaches about 99% of the city, offers faster downloads and uploads where available, and starts at $40/mo; Astound starts at $20/mo. Xfinity wins on speed and coverage, while Astound wins on price. Xfinity’s speed score is 91, compared with Astound’s 89, and its 2,000/300 Mbps cable plan reaches about 72% of the city; Astound’s 1,500/50 Mbps plan reaches about 86%. Choose Xfinity for demanding households and broader availability, or Astound for a lower starting price where it 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 |
86% | $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 varies block to block in Boston. Astound reaches about 86% of the city overall, while Xfinity reaches about 99%, so Xfinity is more likely to serve a given address; still, check your exact address because plan options can differ locally.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound | Xfinity | Astound | Xfinity | Astound | Xfinity | |||
| 02118 | South End, Blackstone/Franklin Squares | 91% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 57 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 02116 | Back Bay, South End, Copley Square | 94% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 59 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 02115 | Fenway, Longwood Medical Area, Symphony, Museum of Fine Arts | 90% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 57 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 02215 | Fenway, Kenmore Square, Audubon Circle, West Fens | 99% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 63 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 02108 | Beacon Hill, Boston Common, Downtown | 57% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 36 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 02114 | Beacon Hill, West End | 74% | 99% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 47 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 02109 | North End, Waterfront, Financial District | 70% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 44 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 02210 | Seaport District, Fort Point, South Boston Waterfront | 87% | 97% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 55 | 78 | Xfinity |
| 02110 | Financial District, Waterfront, Custom House District | 94% | 97% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 59 | 78 | Xfinity |
| 02111 | Chinatown, Leather District, Downtown Crossing | 94% | 99% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 59 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 02113 | North End, Little Italy | 73% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 46 | 80 | Xfinity |
| 02112 | Downtown Boston | 94% | 96% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 59 | 77 | Xfinity |
| 02196 | Back Bay, Prudential Center | 94% | 96% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 59 | 77 | Xfinity |
| 02205 | Downtown Boston | 94% | 96% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 59 | 77 | 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 Boston 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 Boston address?
Xfinity reaches about 99% of Boston overall, while Astound reaches about 86%. Those are citywide figures, so enter your exact address to confirm service and available plans before choosing.
Which is cheaper in Boston, Astound or Xfinity, and what will I actually pay?
Astound starts at $20/mo, while Xfinity starts at $40/mo. These are promotional starting rates, so confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees, and any contract before signing; then compare the full terms for your address.
Which is faster for gaming, working from home, or 4K streaming in Boston?
Xfinity’s fastest listed cable tier is 2,000/300 Mbps where available and reaches about 72% of the city, while Astound’s cable tier is 1,500/50 Mbps and reaches about 86%. Xfinity is the stronger performance choice when available, but check your address and household needs first.
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