Best Internet and TV Bundles for March 2025
Did you know you could save money on your internet by bundling it with a TV package? Here are the best deals around.
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What is the best internet and TV bundle?
Sometimes, we all deserve to indulge in our favorite TV shows. Whether it's streaming the psychological thriller Severance or catching up on the new season of The Voice, your home internet with a TV package could benefit you. Most cable internet providers offer TV services you can easily bundle with an internet plan. However, combing through all the TV packages and internet options can be confusing, so we've done some of the work for you and compiled a list of the top TV and internet bundles available this month.
- AT&T Fiber: This internet and TV bundle deal is hard to beat. AT&T Fiber's 300 Internet and DirecTV Entertainment package boasts solid value for the service you get. Besides the many streaming perks, it has over 165 channels, includes your local networks and a free Gemini Air device. If you're a sports fan, you can upgrade to the DirecTV Choice Package for just an additional $15.
- Frontier Fiber: One of the best internet and streaming bundles and it's eligible for all new and existing Frontier internet users. Frontier is offering $10 off the monthly rate of YouTube TV for 12 months. This bundle is free of contracts and equipment fees.
- Spectrum: The bundle offers download speeds up to 500Mbps, a $20 monthly discount off the monthly rate, plus a free Wi-Fi equipment rental. This is best suited for households that use cable TV and streaming services.
- Xfinity: Customers can bundle their internet with Xfinity's TV packages and earn a $20 discount.
You'll find my picks for the best cheap internet and TV bundle packages below, as well as what's included with them and what it may cost to upgrade to a better TV package with more channels and local sports. Note that most ISPs end up charging an additional $15 to $30 fee for local broadcast stations, so keep that in mind when examining your monthly bill.
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Best cheap internet and TV bundles
AT&T Bundle
Fiber 300 internet and DirecTV Entertainment
Our take - The cheapest AT&T internet and TV bundle offers max download and upload speeds of 300Mbps and 90 live streaming channels, starting at around $130 a month. This bundle provides solid value for the service you get. For example, customers can access a variety of streaming services free for three months, including Max, Paramount Plus, SHOWTIME and more, saving you $167.
Frontier Fiber Bundle
Fiber internet and YouTube TV
Our take - Keep in mind, Frontier doesn't provide a TV service, but you can bundle Frontier Fiber internet with YouTube TV. Doing so will get you a $10 monthly discount on your YouTube TV subscription for one year.
Spectrum Bundle
Internet and TV Select Plus
Our take - If you like simple service without confusing terms and add-ons, Spectrum could offer you just that. This is one reason why Spectrum took home the top spot among CNET's picks of the best cable internet providers. While the Spectrum Internet and TV Select Plus bundle is nothing fancy, it will fit the needs of many households with download speeds up to 500Mbps and 160 TV channels, including regional sports networks, starting at $105 per month. The price includes a new monthly $20 bundle discount. Additionally, customers who sign up online could receive a $50 credit toward their monthly bill.
Verizon Fios Bundle
Fiber Internet 300 and Fios TV
Our take - Calling all Northeast Coast residents -- Verizon Fios' fiber internet service is captivating by itself. But combined with a TV bundle, it's a service worth remembering. Verizon Fios and Fios TV Test Drive are unique in that you get to experience all 425-plus channels for 60 days. The Most Fios TV (which is the most expensive TV plan) also comes with unlimited streaming on your devices. After 60 days, Verizon will custom-create a channel lineup of 125 or so networks based on your selections. That's a pretty cool feature. Compared with other internet and TV bundles, Verizon Fios is on the steeper end when it comes to pricing. Still, the starting price of $145 for internet speeds up to 300Mbps and around 425 channels is an excellent value.
Cox Bundle
Internet Essential and Contour TV Preferred
Our take - Cox internet service starts at $50 per month, but when you add an actual TV service (not its TV separate streaming service, which is a little more than your average TV package for a one-time charge of $60), the price jumps to $175 for the first year for the Contour TV Preferred package. That price will bring you a channel lineup with 170 or more networks like ESPN, HGTV, PBS, CBS, NBC and more. The price will also include your regional sports channels. Even better, this bundle also comes with additional channels and DVR service.
Optimum Bundle
Fiber Internet 300 and Basic TV
Our take - If you're looking for just TV service, you're better off looking elsewhere as Optimum requires you to bundle with internet to get TV service, so discounts don't really apply here. Still, you can expect competitive prices for these bundles. The cheapest internet and TV bundle, Optimum Fiber Internet 300 and Entertainment TV(with a stream box) starts at $65 ($40 for internet, $25 for TV) per month for download speeds up to 300Mbps and a channel lineup that includes around 45 networks. Additional perks include a prepaid MasterCard if you sign up online. The reward amount will depend on the speed tier you choose.
Mediacom Bundle
Prime Internet 100 and Local TV
Our take - Like Optimum, Mediacom doesn't sell stand-alone TV services. To get TV, you have to sign up for internet, which means there are technically no discounts for bundling because there are no TV-only plans to compare the pricing to. Mediacom's rates can get pretty steep for the premium TV packages. For instance, the Internet 250 and Local TV start at just $61 per month.
Xfinity Bundle
Connect Internet and Choice TV
Our take - Xfinity is known for its various plan selections; the same can be said for its internet and TV bundles. Moreover, Xfinity rewards customers for bundling with $10 off per added service, which means you can save $20 a month when getting Xfinity internet and TV together.
Is it best to bundle internet and TV?
Combining TV and internet services is a convenient way to sign up and pay for both services. It could also save you money upfront and on your monthly bill via discounts or cheaper rates.
Bundling YouTube TV with Frontier Fiber, for example, could get you $10 off the monthly TV subscription for one year. In most locations, Xfinity offers a $10 monthly discount for each bundled service. Other bundle savings may include free installation and more generous signup bonuses, such as higher-value gift cards.
Signing up for TV and internet from the same provider may also present equipment and compatibility features not available with standalone services. Combination router and TV devices, like Optimum's Altice One box, can conserve space and potentially save you money on equipment rental costs but are only available to customers who sign up for both internet and TV.
However, a general rule of thumb is to sign up only for the services you need to avoid falling into internet pricing traps.
Tips for choosing the best internet and TV bundle
As you can see in the list above, not all bundles are the same. Not only will internet and TV bundles vary by provider, but you'll also likely have multiple bundle combinations to choose from with each provider. Here's how to select the best one for your home.
Understand your speed and entertainment needs
Before comparing available bundles, get an idea of what internet speeds you need and which TV channels you'd like to have. Selecting the bundle that most closely matches your needs is the best way to ensure you aren't paying for services you won't use, or paying for services that can't meet your household demands.
If you wouldn't sign up for gigabit internet by itself, you probably don't need it in a bundled package. Similarly, if you wouldn't sign up for a TV package with just your local channels, you can pass on any bundles with a locals-only channel lineup.
Compare internet connection types
When comparing bundles between providers, or possibly even different bundles from the same provider, consider the internet connection type.
Fiber is ideal for home internet, but few providers -- AT&T, Quantum Fiber and Frontier included -- offer a fiber TV service. Unless you're bundling with Verizon Fios, expect your fiber internet provider to offer a streaming TV service, if any at all.
Cable internet providers typically build bundles with standard cable TV packages, though some, such as Spectrum, may also have live TV streaming packages. There are pros and cons to each.
Standard cable packages often come with better reliability and more recording storage, although equipment and broadcast fees tend to be higher. Streaming can be cheaper, but the savings may come with sacrificing storage space for recording shows.
Some internet providers, especially those of the DSL and satellite variety, bundle with satellite TV providers like DirecTV. Such bundles require mounting a satellite dish somewhere in your home and will likely come with a two-year contract for TV service.
Consider the fees, the fine print and other extras
For the most part, what you pay for internet each month will run fairly true to the advertised price. Renting a router may add to the cost, as will taxes and other minor fees, but that's about it.
TV service is a bit different. Expect a broadcast fee to add anywhere from $15 to $25 to your monthly bill, plus an additional Regional Sports Fee if you have local sports networks. Equipment can also get pricey, with added fees for each TV box you rent, plus potential charges for DVR service. Be aware of these fees when comparing and signing up for a bundle package.
Along with added fees, you'll want to consider any service terms or contractual obligations. Does the internet come with a data cap? Does that satellite TV service require a two-year contract and a significant price jump after the first year?
Lastly, look for any special promotions or bonus offers that come with your bundle. I say "lastly" because special offers are the least significant factor when choosing a bundle -- pricing, speeds, channel selection and service terms are more important. If you're debating between bundles and one comes with a $200 gift card and the other doesn't, the decision becomes a bit easier to make.
Decide if bundling is necessary
Keep in mind that you don't always have to bundle. There may be times when selecting internet service from one provider and TV from another is more cost-effective than bundling. For instance, Verizon Fios internet is generally a better deal than Spectrum's internet service, but Spectrum is cheaper when it comes to TV service.
How we evaluated the top internet and TV bundles
Hands-on testing is central to CNET's reviews and recommendations of various products and services, but such a process is impractical if not impossible when it comes to home internet. Even if we could physically test each ISP, external and unavoidable factors such as the equipment (which will vary by provider and connection type), interference from nearby networks, the local infrastructure and even the time of day could affect the results.
Instead of hands-on testing, we perform frequent, in-depth evaluations of national and regional ISPs and the bundles they offer. To start, we explore a provider's availability, technology and speed details using the most recent data from the Federal Communications Commission. Next, we look into all available plan options, including the number of plans to choose from, upload and download speeds, TV channel lineups and promotional versus standard pricing.
Plans can vary by region, so we run multiple serviceability checks in various service areas to provide more informed speed, channel and pricing details. We also reach out to the providers directly to verify plan and pricing information.
Finally, we look at service details such as data caps, added fees, contracts, price increases and other considerations to be aware of before signing up for an internet or TV service. When available, customer satisfaction reports like those from the American Customer Satisfaction Index and J.D. Power, not to mention a look at what real customers have to say on sites like Reddit and Downdetector.com, provide further insight into evaluating an ISP. (Downdetector is owned by the same parent company as CNET, Ziff Davis.)
After examining the applicable providers in a given category (in this case, "best bundles"), we determine which providers and plans we feel should be considered among the "best." If you'd like to learn more about how we evaluate internet providers, check out our breakdown of how we review ISPs.
Internet and TV bundle overview
Bundling internet and TV together is a convenient way to sign up for multiple services, and could even save you some money versus signing up for individual services.
Bundles will vary by provider, and each provider is likely to offer different bundles, so be sure to explore all your options to get the best bundle for your needs and your budget. Speeds, channel selection and pricing are important considerations, but pay attention to added fees and service terms when comparing bundles. Remember, you don't have to bundle internet and TV together if it makes more sense to get internet from one provider and TV from another.
Internet and TV bundle FAQs
What is the best bundle for TV and Internet?
Cable providers often have the simplest and most cost-effective internet and TV bundles. Cable ISPs such as Cox, Mediacom, Optimum, Spectrum and Xfinity, for example, have multiple internet and TV bundles to choose from with varying speeds and channel lineups.
Few fiber internet providers also offer a TV service, so bundles may include a streaming service. AT&T Fiber and DirecTV Stream bundles are popular, as are Frontier Fiber and YouTube TV bundles.
Is it better to bundle internet and TV?
If you plan on getting internet and TV anyway, you might as well bundle them. Before you do, make sure you're getting the internet speeds you need and the channels you want without a cheaper option available elsewhere. Signing up only for services that you need will protect you from pricing traps.
Signing up for a $70 cable package just to watch AMC, ESPN and TBS, for example, could have you paying more than necessary. Live TV streaming services offer similar channels to cable and often cost less -- Sling TV, for example, has those three channels and costs just $40. Additionally, many providers sell a "basic" or "locals only" TV package that charges you for channels you can get over the air for free with a digital antenna. On the other hand, if you want regional sports networks, a cable TV package may be your best (and sometimes only) option.
To make things just a little more complicated, many internet providers now offer an internet and streaming bundle with streaming services such as YouTube TV, Sling TV or their own exclusive streaming service in addition to traditional TV. When cheap, we've included those bundles in the list above.
Is it cheaper to bundle internet and TV?
Bundling internet and TV together may come with a monthly discount depending on the provider. Spectrum and Xfinity offer a bundle discount, but others including AT&T, Cox and Verizon Fios currently do not. Even if there is no discount available, bundling services may still save you money by cutting or combining installation and equipment costs.
Can I bundle internet and TV with different providers?
Many DSL and fiber providers, such as CenturyLink and Frontier, do not offer stand-alone TV service and instead partner with national providers like DirecTV and Dish or streaming services to offer bundles. In these cases, you'll be bundling internet and TV with different providers, and possibly get a discount for doing so.
If you just want internet from a fiber provider and TV from your local cable provider, however, a bundled package, especially one with a discount, is doubtful. There are no bundles, for example, that combine internet from AT&T Fiber and TV from Xfinity.
Is it cheaper to stream TV?
That depends on your entertainment demands. On-demand streaming platforms like Disney Plus, Hulu and Netflix often come at a lower monthly price than most cable packages, but they do not offer live channels. Streaming services that do have live TV -- like Hulu Plus Live TV, Sling TV and YouTube TV -- may come at a monthly cost that approaches the price of a cable package. Equipment costs are typically lower and there may be more exclusive content available with a streaming service versus traditional cable.
The bottom line is that, as with home internet, choosing the cheapest TV option (streaming or otherwise) may not suit your needs. Before signing up for an internet and TV bundle, make sure the package includes the internet speeds you need and the channels you want.
What is the cheapest way to get internet in your house?
If you need little more than a basic connection for browsing the internet and light streaming, consider the cheapest plans available from providers in your area. Many providers offer cheap plans starting at $30 to $50 per month for speeds up to 100Mbps or higher.
Opting to use your own router, or choosing a provider that includes it for free, can help cut your monthly internet costs. CNET's broadband expert, Joe Supan, discovered this at his home by using his own router, saving him $180 a year. Be aware of other conditions of service, such as data caps or contracts, that could affect your internet bill.
To learn more, read our guide on how to lower your monthly internet bill.
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