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Is Astound Broadband worth the cost?

Astound has a decent channel lineup, but we cried a little when we found out it’s missing some of our favorites, like Ion and MLB. You can’t even slip Astound a few Washingtons to add these channels to your plan. What you can pay extra for is a few dozen premium channels like HBO, Cinemax, and STARZ—some of which are often included in other providers’ top-tier plans at no additional charge. Womp womp.

If SHOWTIME is your favorite premium channel, Astound could still be a good choice. You’ll get a free year of SHO and TMC. But if you can’t get through your week without a few baseball home runs (we feel you), Astound might not be the TV provider for you.

Before digging too deep...

Make sure Astound Broadband is available in your area.

Featured plans and prices

Get the best value by speaking directly with a sales rep at 1-844-443-5172 or checking your address at

Astound Broadband's website.

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Cheapest

110 Mbps Internet, Digital Basic TV

$37.98/mo

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Download speeds
110 Mbps

Upload speeds
4 Mbps

Channels
70+

DVR storage hours
125

Value

1.2 Gig Internet, Digital Basic TV, Phone

$92.73/mo

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Download speeds
1200 Mbps

Upload speeds
20 Mbps

Channels
70+

DVR storage hours
125

Premium

1.2 Gig Internet, Signature TV, Phone

$135.89/mo

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Download speeds
1200 Mbps

Upload speeds
20 Mbps

Channels
295+

DVR storage hours
125

Astound Broadband’s promotional offer extends defined, set pricing for the period of 12 months after installation on the bundle of services that constitute your service package including digital TV, high-speed Internet and/or phone. Distinct pricing exists for months 1-12. Any additional services, such as equipment, premium channels and other tiers of service are subject to an additional charge and regular increases. Additional fees apply for taxes, surcharges, equipment, activation and installation that are not included as part of the package and are subject to increases. No contract is required to take advantage of the promotional pricing and savings. No early terminations fees apply in the event service is terminated in advance of the 12-month duration. Customer is responsible for any accrued service charges in the event service is canceled.

Want to bundle TV with other services?

Astound TV is the Russian doll of bundling. You have to buy Astound internet if you want its TV—which itself is a bundle of Sling (for live TV) and TiVo (for DVR and user interface). But the best bundling deal Astound offers is adding a landline for as little as one dollar a month (you read that right) for the first year.

Unfortunately, all this bundling doesn’t mean you’ll save a ton of money overall (stupid-cheap home phone service aside). After your first year, prices skyrocket. Plus, you’ll still need to spring for several add-ons to build a competitive entertainment package.

Savings tip: Services often come highly discounted when you buy them together. Be sure to check

Astound Broadband's bundling options.

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Premium channels and add-ons

HBO: $14.99/mo.
SHOWTIME/TMC: Free for the first year, then $19/mo.
STARZ/STARZ Encore: $17/mo.
Cinemax: $18.50/mo.
Digital sports package (including NFL Network and ESPNU): $12/mo.
Digital favorites package (including BBC America and Disney XD): $13/mo.
Digital Variety package (including Magnolia and the Cooking Channel): $8.25/mo.

Available add-ons vary based on your location and TV package. Visit

Astound Broadband's website

or call 1-844-443-5172 for more details.

Switching to Astound Broadband?

Switching to Astound won’t drain your bank account—if you play your cards right. Self-setup is free, and this provider regularly runs free-installation promotions (regularly around $80). You won’t get any special treatment (AKA reimbursement for early termination fees) to leave an old contract early, but you won’t be forced into a contract with Astound either, which is pretty cool.

Savings tip: Astound Broadband often has

sign-up promotions

for first-time customers. Call 1-844-443-5172 to ask a rep about current deals and discounts.

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Canceling Astound Broadband services?

To cancel TV service, you'll need to call customer service. Astound doesn’t do cancellation fees—even if you sign up for an optional annual contract. Although this policy makes us scratch our heads and wonder why Astound bothers with contracts at all if there’s no penalty for breaking them, we won’t look this gift horse in the mouth.

Locked into a contract? Call Astound Broadband at 1-844-443-5172 and speak to a rep about available options.

Costs to consider:

Installation cost: $0 self-installation, $79.95 professional (without a promotional deal)
TiVo Stream 4K fee: Free for the first year, $2.99/mo after that
Additional equipment fees: Internet modem and router rental ranges from $6–$10 per month each
Regional sports fee: N/A
Broadcast fee: Up to $19/mo.
Contract length: Optional 1-year contract
Cancellation fee: $0

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