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Quantum Fiber vs Xfinity in Vancouver
Vancouver shoppers trade Quantum Fiber’s faster uploads and higher speeds where available for Xfinity’s broader coverage and lower starting price.
Xfinity is the better overall pick because it reaches about 99% of Vancouver, starts at $40/mo, and offers solid download speeds, while Quantum Fiber reaches fewer homes. Quantum Fiber wins on speed where available, Xfinity wins on coverage, and Xfinity wins on starting price. Quantum Fiber is right for households that need strong uploads and can get service; Xfinity suits more addresses and tighter budgets. Check availability first, since Quantum Fiber reaches about 32% of the city overall.
At a glance
Quantum Fiber vs. Xfinity, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantum Fiber |
Fiber | 8 Gig 8 Gig upload |
32% | $50/mo | Top fiber speeds |
| Xfinity |
Cable | 2 Gig 300 Mbps upload |
99% | $40/mo | Widest availability |
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
The choice can change block by block in Vancouver because availability varies by address. Quantum Fiber reaches about 32% of the city overall, while Xfinity reaches about 99%, so check your exact address before comparing plans.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Rank score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantum Fiber | Xfinity | Quantum Fiber | Xfinity | Quantum Fiber | Xfinity | |||
| 98682 | Orchards, Sifton, Fishers Landing, Five Corners | 15% | 98% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 15 | 78 | Xfinity |
| 98662 | Walnut Grove, Fircrest, Orchards | 11% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 11 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 98661 | Rose Village, Central Park, Bagley Downs, Hough | 69% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 68 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 98665 | Hazel Dell, Lincoln, Fairgrounds, Salmon Creek | 26% | 99% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 26 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 98684 | Cascade Park, Mountain View, Fircrest, Village at Fishers Landing | 9% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 9 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 98660 | Downtown Vancouver, Esther Short, Fruit Valley, Northwest Vancouver | 74% | 97% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 73 | 77 | Xfinity |
| 98686 | Salmon Creek, Mount Vista, Felida, Pleasant Valley | 25% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 25 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 98663 | Arnada, Hough, Shumway, Lincoln | 88% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 87 | 79 | Quantum Fiber |
| 98683 | Fishers Landing East, Cascade Park, Columbia Tech Center, Evergreen Highway | 2% | 100% | 1 Gig | 2 Gig | 2 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 98664 | Cascade Highlands, Ellsworth Springs, Southcliff, Riverview | 30% | 100% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 30 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 98685 | Felida, Salmon Creek, Cougar Canyon, Pleasant Highlands | 11% | 99% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 11 | 79 | Xfinity |
| 98666 | Downtown Vancouver (PO Box), Central Vancouver | 43% | 95% | 8 Gig | 2 Gig | 42 | 76 | 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 Vancouver 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.
Get connected
Pick your provider and check availability at your address.
- 8 Gig down · 8 Gig up Fiber
- 2 Gig down · 1 Gig up Fiber
- 1 Gig down · 1 Gig up Fiber
- 2 Gig down · 300 Mbps up Cable
- 1 Gig down · 35 Mbps up Cable
See what’s actually available at your address
Coverage changes from one street to the next. Check your exact address in seconds.
Check my addressFrequently asked questions
Is Quantum Fiber available at my Vancouver address?
Quantum Fiber reaches about 32% of Vancouver overall, while Xfinity reaches about 99% of the city. Availability can vary block to block, so check your exact address before deciding.
Which is cheaper, Quantum Fiber or Xfinity, and what will I actually pay?
Xfinity starts at $40/mo, while Quantum Fiber starts at $50/mo; these are promotional starting rates. Confirm the post-promo rate, equipment fees, and any contract before signing, then choose based on the full cost.
Which is faster for gaming, working from home, or 4K streaming?
Quantum Fiber is faster where available, with an 8,000/8,000 Mbps plan reaching about 9% of the city; Xfinity’s 1,200/35 Mbps plan reaches about 99%. Check your address and prioritize Quantum Fiber if its stronger upload speed matters for gaming or video calls.