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Cox vs Metronet Holdings in Norfolk
Metronet’s symmetrical fiber is faster and a hair cheaper, but Cox covers nearly twice as much of Norfolk, so it often comes down to your block.
Metronet wins on raw performance: its symmetrical fiber tops out at 5120/5120 Mbps with a 99 speed score, and it even undercuts Cox on price by a nickel at $49.95/mo. But Cox reaches about 89% of Norfolk versus Metronet’s ~44%, so availability is the real deciding factor. If Metronet’s fiber reaches your address, it’s the better buy for speed, upload, and price. If it doesn’t, Cox’s cable is fast, cheap at $50/mo, and available almost everywhere.
At a glance
Cox vs. Metronet Holdings, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox |
Cable | 2 Gig 100 Mbps upload |
89% | $50/mo | Widest availability |
| Metronet Holdings |
Fiber | 5 Gig 5 Gig upload |
44% | $49.95/mo | Top fiber speeds |
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 Norfolk shifts block to block, so the winner depends heavily on your exact address. Metronet’s fiber reaches only about 44% of the city, meaning many neighborhoods have Cox as the practical choice, while areas with fiber laid in get to weigh Metronet’s faster, symmetrical speeds. Always run an address check before assuming either is available.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Speed Score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | Metronet Holdings | Cox | Metronet Holdings | Cox | Metronet Holdings | |||
| 23504 | Huntersville, Barraud Park, Chesterfield Heights, Berkley | 87% | 1% | 2 Gig | 5 Gig | 93 | 79 | Cox |
| 23518 | East Ocean View, Bay View, Little Creek, Poplar Halls | 98% | 40% | 2 Gig | 5 Gig | 96 | 87 | Cox |
| 23502 | Military Circle, Coleman Place, Norview, Ingleside | 89% | 57% | 2 Gig | 5 Gig | 94 | 91 | Cox |
| 23513 | Norview, Wards Corner, Roosevelt Gardens, Sherwood Forest | 89% | 98% | 2 Gig | 5 Gig | 94 | 99 | Metronet Holdings |
| 23517 | Ghent, Colonial Place, Riverview, Chelsea | 69% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 90 | — | Cox |
| 23509 | Norview, Ingleside, Coleman Place, Suburban Acres | 95% | 97% | 2 Gig | 5 Gig | 95 | 99 | Metronet Holdings |
| 23505 | Wards Corner, Larchmont, Belvedere, Meadowbrook | 95% | 82% | 2 Gig | 5 Gig | 95 | 96 | Metronet Holdings |
| 23508 | Larchmont, Old Dominion University, Lambert’s Point, Highland Park | 90% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 94 | — | Cox |
| 23503 | Ocean View, Willoughby Spit, Bay View, East Ocean View | 98% | 60% | 2 Gig | 5 Gig | 96 | 91 | Cox |
| 23510 | Downtown Norfolk, Freemason, Waterside, St. Paul’s Quadrant | 66% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 89 | — | Cox |
| 23523 | Berkley, Campostella, Southside, Cottage Line | 88% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 94 | — | Cox |
| 23507 | Ghent, Eastern Ghent, West Ghent, Medical Center | 84% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 93 | — | Cox |
| 23514 | Downtown Norfolk, Central Norfolk | 66% | 0% | 2 Gig | — | 89 | — | Cox |
| 23541 | Norfolk Naval Station Area, Central Norfolk | 81% | 29% | 2 Gig | 5 Gig | 92 | 85 | Cox |
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 Metronet available at my address in Norfolk or do I have to get Cox?
Metronet reaches about 44% of Norfolk versus Cox at roughly 89%, so Cox is available at far more addresses. Enter your specific address on both providers’ sites to confirm which actually serves your block before deciding.
Which is actually cheaper in Norfolk, Cox or Metronet?
Metronet edges it at $49.95/mo versus Cox at $50/mo, a five-cent difference. Note these are promotional starting rates, so before signing confirm the post-promo price, equipment fees, and any contract terms with each provider.
Which is faster and is it enough for gaming and working from home?
Metronet is faster with up to 5120/5120 Mbps and a 99 speed score versus Cox’s 2000/100 Mbps and 95, where available. Both handle 4K and WFH easily, but if you upload large files or game competitively, Metronet’s symmetrical speed is the stronger pick.