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Xfinity vs Ziply Fiber in Everett

Ziply Fiber undercuts Xfinity on price and delivers symmetrical multi-gig speeds, but Xfinity’s cable network reaches more Everett homes where fiber hasn’t arrived yet.

The 30-Second VerdictUpdated August 7, 2026

Ziply Fiber is the value and performance pick here: it’s cheaper at $20/mo, faster with symmetrical speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps where available, and posts a 99/100 speed score. Xfinity’s edge is reach, covering roughly 96% of Everett versus Ziply’s ~92%, so it’s the safer bet if fiber hasn’t hit your block. Choose Ziply if you can get it and want the best speed-per-dollar; choose Xfinity if Ziply isn’t available at your address or you want cable’s wider footprint.

At a glance

Xfinity vs. Ziply Fiber, side by side.

ProviderTypeTop speedCity coverageStarting priceBest for
XfinityXfinity Cable 2 Gig
300 Mbps upload
96% $40/moWidest availability
Ziply FiberZiply Fiber Fiber 6 Gig
6 Gig upload
92% $20/moTop 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.

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Showing the provider with the faster available plan in each ZIP. Click any ZIP for the breakdown.

Neighborhood breakdown

Coverage in Everett varies block to block, so the winner can flip depending on your exact address. Xfinity’s cable footprint is broader at roughly 96%, while Ziply’s fiber reaches about 92% and may not have wired every street yet. Always check both providers at your specific address before deciding.

ZIPNeighborhoodsCoverageTop speedSpeed ScoreWinner
XfinityZiply FiberXfinityZiply FiberXfinityZiply Fiber
98208 Silver Lake, Eastmont, Cascade View, Walter Hall 100%96%2 Gig6 Gig9698 Ziply Fiber
98201 Downtown Everett, Riverside, Bayside, Port Gardner 97%93%2 Gig6 Gig9598 Ziply Fiber
98203 South Everett, View Ridge, Boulevard Bluffs, Pinehurst 99%97%2 Gig6 Gig9699 Ziply Fiber
98204 Casino Road, Holly, Airport Road area, Paine Field vicinity 99%87%2 Gig6 Gig9697 Ziply Fiber
98206 Downtown Everett (PO Boxes) 99%91%2 Gig6 Gig9697 Ziply Fiber
98213 North Everett, Everett Mall area 99%91%2 Gig6 Gig9697 Ziply Fiber
98207 Everett (PO Boxes) 97%93%2 Gig6 Gig9598 Ziply Fiber

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.

Gaming
Ziply Fiber
Fiber’s symmetrical upload and 99/100 speed score help keep latency low, which matters more for gaming than raw download numbers.
Streaming
Xfinity
Up to 2,000 Mbps is far more than enough for multiple 4K streams, and Xfinity’s ~96% coverage means it’s likely available at your address.
Video calls
Ziply Fiber
Symmetrical uploads up to 6,000 Mbps (where available) keep your outgoing video crisp, unlike cable’s 300 Mbps upload cap.
Just the basics
Ziply Fiber
At $20/mo it’s the cheaper starting price, and even its entry fiber easily covers browsing, email, and HD streaming.

Get connected

Pick your provider and check availability at your address.

Top speed2 Gig
Upload300 Mbps
Coverage96%
From$40/mo
  • 2 Gig down · 300 Mbps up Cable
  • 2 Gig down · 300 Mbps up Fiber
  • 1 Gig down · 35 Mbps up Fiber
Top speed6 Gig
Upload6 Gig
Coverage92%
From$20/mo
  • 6 Gig down · 6 Gig up Fiber
  • 1 Gig down · 1 Gig up Fiber

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get Ziply Fiber at my address in Everett?

Ziply Fiber covers about 92% of Everett, versus roughly 96% for Xfinity, so most but not all addresses can get it. Enter your exact street address on both providers’ sites, since fiber availability changes block to block.

Which is cheaper in Everett, Xfinity or Ziply Fiber?

Ziply Fiber starts at $20/mo versus Xfinity’s $40/mo, so Ziply is cheaper up front. These are promotional starting rates, so before signing confirm the post-promo price, any equipment fees, and whether a contract is required with each provider.

Is Xfinity or Ziply faster, and is it enough for gaming and 4K?

Ziply Fiber is faster with speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps and a 99/100 speed score, where available, compared to Xfinity’s up to 2,000/300 Mbps and 95/100. Both are plenty for 4K and gaming, but if you upload a lot or want the lowest latency, choose Ziply’s symmetrical fiber.

How we compare. Coverage is the share of a ZIP where a provider offers a genuinely good plan (≥ 1 Gbps download, ≥ 20 Mbps upload, non-satellite), from FCC Broadband Map serviceability data. “Fastest available” ranks the providers present in a ZIP by top advertised download speed. Pricing reflects current promotional starting rates. This is a working prototype; production copy is generated per matchup.