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Xfinity vs WOW in Charleston
Xfinity reaches far more of Charleston with faster speeds, while WOW undercuts it on price by $15/mo—if WOW even serves your address.
Xfinity wins on raw performance and reach in Charleston, offering up to 2,000/300 Mbps where available, ~91% city coverage, and a 96/100 speed score for $40/mo. WOW counters with a lower $25/mo starting price and solid 1,200/50 Mbps speeds, but its ~65% coverage and 88/100 speed score trail. Pick Xfinity if you want the fastest connection, better upload speeds, and the best odds it reaches your block. Pick WOW if it’s available at your address and you’d rather pay less for still-plenty-fast cable.
At a glance
Xfinity vs. WOW, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity |
Cable | 2 Gig 300 Mbps upload |
91% | $40/mo | Widest availability |
| WOW |
Cable | 1 Gig 50 Mbps upload |
65% | $25/mo | Budget-friendly |
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
Coverage in Charleston shifts block to block, so the winner often depends on your exact address. Xfinity’s ~91% footprint makes it the likelier option across most neighborhoods, while WOW’s ~65% coverage leaves gaps where it simply isn’t offered. Always check both providers at your specific address before deciding.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Speed Score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | WOW | Xfinity | WOW | Xfinity | WOW | |||
| 29407 | West Ashley, South Windermere, Avondale, Byrnes Downs | 100% | 91% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 89 | Xfinity |
| 29412 | James Island, Riverland Terrace, Fort Johnson, Stiles Point | 98% | 86% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 88 | Xfinity |
| 29414 | West Ashley, Shadowmoss, Grand Oaks, Carolina Bay | 96% | 67% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 96 | 84 | Xfinity |
| 29406 | North Charleston, Deer Park, Charleston Farms | 99% | 82% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 87 | Xfinity |
| 29403 | Hampton Park Terrace, North Central, Wagener Terrace, Cannonborough-Elliotborough | 98% | 17% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 74 | Xfinity |
| 29492 | Daniel Island, Cainhoy, Clements Ferry Road | 38% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 84 | — | Xfinity |
| 29401 | South of Broad, French Quarter, Harleston Village, Ansonborough | 100% | 1% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 71 | Xfinity |
| 29417 | West Ashley (PO Box) | 100% | 92% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 89 | Xfinity |
| 29416 | West Ashley (PO Box) | 100% | 93% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 97 | 89 | Xfinity |
| 29422 | James Island (PO Box) | 98% | 72% | 2 Gig | 1 Gig | 96 | 85 | Xfinity |
| 29424 | College of Charleston | 100% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 97 | — | Xfinity |
| 29413 | Charleston (general delivery / PO Box) | 100% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 97 | — | Xfinity |
Speed Score (0–100) blends each provider’s coverage and top speed in that specific ZIP, 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 WOW or Xfinity available at my address in Charleston?
Xfinity covers about 91% of Charleston versus roughly 65% for WOW, so Xfinity is more likely to reach you. Enter your exact address on both providers’ sites, since cable availability varies block to block.
which is cheaper in Charleston, Xfinity or WOW?
WOW starts at $25/mo versus Xfinity’s $40/mo, making WOW the cheaper starting price. These are promotional starting rates, so before signing, confirm the post-promo price, equipment fees, and any contract terms with each provider.
is Xfinity or WOW fast enough for gaming, 4K, and working from home?
Both are fast enough, but Xfinity leads with up to 2,000/300 Mbps (where available) and a 96/100 speed score versus WOW’s 1,200/50 Mbps and 88/100. If you upload a lot or work from home, Xfinity’s much higher upload is worth checking for at your address.
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