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Author: Kaitlyn Short

LAST UPDATED: June 19th, 2024

Frontier Internet Service is a provider that has cable, and DSL internet packages available. They also offer Frontier TV.

Customers can get speeds up to 500 Mbps (in select areas) with fiber optics and keep a set price with the two-year price lock guarantee. Customers can also choose to have a month-to-month contract.

All Frontier internet plans include a direct line to your home and unlimited data so you can stream as much as you want. Frontier has no data caps or usage limits. Frontier provides internet service in 29 states.

Each Frontier customer can bundle internet with DishTV and phone service add-ons. For bundled plans, the internet provider gives customers the chance to mix and match the Internet speeds and channel count. The company also offers promotional discounts for specified bundles and purchase periods.

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The Good

  • Affordable Fiber Optic Internet
  • Traditional High Speed Internet
  • Price Guarantee and Month-to-Month Options
  • Mobile App Features 

Affordable Fiber Optic Internet

With its fiber internet option, Frontier offers download speeds up to 1 Gbps (1,000 Mbps). But if you don't need that much, Frontier's fiber plans include internet speeds at different intervals, starting at 50 Mbps.

If you want access to a top-of-the-line internet connection, you might choose one of the Frontier plans. Frontier's plan variety will allow you to find a good internet speed for your price range. For specific information about speed availability and pricing in your area, input your zip code on Frontier's website.

Traditional High Speed Internet

Frontier's high-speed internet service plan, which starts at $20 per month, comes with free access to frontier.yahoo.com, including eight email inboxes with 1 TB of storage each, and no data cap limit for Internet usage. This plan supports multi-device streaming and a dedicated internet line straight to your home. Prices vary depending on download speed and bundling. This will be the connection type available to most customers.

Frontier can provide 6 Mbps to 115 Mbps download speeds and up to 3 Mbps upload speeds outside of its fiber-optic offerings. High-speed internet plans from Frontier include a free Frontier router with no upfront costs and no monthly rental fees. Again, for specific details about offerings in your area, you need to contact Frontier directly.

For customers living in rural areas, Frontier's DSL service may be the best available option. Check to see what internet access Frontier can offer you.

Price Guarantee and Month-to-Month Options

Regardless of connection speed, Frontier customers receive a two-year price guarantee. Some other internet providers hike prices after only one year. Additionally, you can subscribe to a Frontier internet plan without a contract, allowing you the flexibility to change services any time. You can go month-to-month if you don't want to sign up for a contract, eliminating the fear of early termination fees. This is a refreshing departure from companies that make you keep using their services because of a contractual agreement.

Mobile App Features

Frontier customers can access their account summary, pay bills, and view past payments online. Frontier also has a mobile app for both Apple and Android where customers can reset passwords, update contact information, link and unlink Frontier accounts, set up autopay, view up to thirteen months of bill history, and access the help desk for technical support. The app makes it easy for Frontier customers to manage their accounts from mobile devices, and it sets the company apart from many other internet service providers.

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The Bad

  • Limited Service Areas 
  • Additional Fees 
  • Customer Service Complaints

Limited Service Areas 

Frontier offers internet in the following 29 states:

  • Alabama
  • Arizona
  • California
  • Connecticut
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Ohio
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • South Carolina
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin

Frontier is new to the market, which means some services may be spotty. Frontier has limited information about its services on its website. 

Frontier's service is only available in 25 states and the package information is limited to where service is available. This can be frustrating to potential if you’re trying to find services for your area. Frontier could improve by providing more transparency with their services. Input your address on Frontier's website to check availability.

Additional Fees 

Frontier's advertised monthly fees do not include an equipment fee, installation fee, internet infrastructure surcharge, taxes, an early termination fee, and other added costs. While these are detailed in Frontier's terms and conditions, if you focus only on the promotional pricing ads, you can miss this important detail.

Customer Service Complaints

Several customers complain that a customer service rep was unhelpful and technicians did not arrive for scheduled appointments. Because internet service providers serve a large group of users, these complaints are common in the industry. Consumers should expect long phone wait times and may prefer to chat with representatives online. 

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The Bottom Line

There are many good high-speed providers to choose from. Frontier Internet offers good internet service plans with a variety of speeds and pricing, including fiber optic services at an affordable price. Service is only available in 29 states, but that coverage area is increasing as the technologies progress.

It's also nice that Frontier offers phone service, TV service, and the ability to bundle services with internet plans. But on the other hand, Frontier has month-to-month payments, lengthy contracts, and no data caps. Finally, Frontier gives customers the opportunity to try out different speeds and TV packages before locking into a contract if that's what they choose. 

When choosing any internet service provider, be sure to understand what additional fees may arise—equipment or installation—what price hikes look like, and whether your service plan includes a promotional period, discount, or promotional rates. When considering Frontier internet service, be sure to check its website to be sure that it provides internet access to your area.

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Stacy Eiben Wylie, TX

We're located in the Dallas area and, with fiber installed to our home during construction, we've been a Frontier fiber customer since 2016. Their fiber service has been highly reliable; we've experienced 2 outages over the last 7 years, one lasting a few hours and the other half a day. As prices have come down, we've increased our speeds from 500 mbps >> 800 >> 1 gig and are now in the process of going to 2 gig; we regularly hit 85% or better of full bandwidth, which is far better than we ever experienced with other ISPs we've had prior to going to Frontier. Customer service has been responsive, the few times we needed to contact them. Note that we don't use their provided router; I've installed TP-Link Omada router, switches, and wireless access points... getting off of consumer grade equipment has helped us get the most out of the internet speed we are paying for. We are highly satisfied with Frontier service and grateful that we live in an area covered by fiber.

2 years ago

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Mrs. R Land O' Lakes, FL

I’ve had Frontier Fiber 500 internet for the last 3 months. Family of 6 with 5 tv’s, 2 desktops, 1 laptop, 1 kindle fire and ZERO issues even during stormy days in FL. Saving money since I switched from Spectrum and would 100% recommend if you have service in your area.

2 years ago

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Rossana Boyd Denton, TX

I called Frontier to restore my Internet service. The lady (Rachel) who took my claim was very professional and gracious. The gentleman who came repaired the service and his work was outstanding. My Internet service works perfectly now. Thank you Frontier!

4 years ago

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GetItWrite

People locally "warned" me not to use Frontier internet service. But I did, was with them for 5+ years and loved it. The service and support were both great. The only reason I switched was to save $25/mo. as a new customer with a different carrier. If they could've matched the rate, I'd still be with them.

4 years ago

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Jmac Garland, TX

By far the absolute best internet speed for speed and reliability. I can count the number of times I've had issues and they were do to issues outside of Frontiers hands being weather issues or someone stealing the fiber lines thinking it was copper. The service is expensive but you pay for what you get and we never have lagging speeds while gaming, working or streaming.

2 years ago

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Billy stout Tampa, FL

I have just switched to Frontier Internet approximately 2 weeks ago and I am 110% satisfied with their system. The Tech that came and installed it was very knowledgeable in explaining the way the system works and made sure that everything was on line TV's, computers etc. I did have to contact customer service about a charge on my bill but they removed it and was very cordial. Happy that I switched.

3 years ago

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Mark Boucher

Is the best of the best internet provider ever! Is cheap is fast and stable! If one day frontier goes out the business, I won't use internet anymore, anyway, frontier is the best!

5 years ago

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Adria Moskowitz

I inherited this account in a divorce. I never got "new account" discount. A service rep. was able to find me a 1-year discounted contract for being a "loyal customer". It was great!

6 years ago

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Vera Thompson

I was with Frontier for about 5 years for satellite, and land line, and for about 6 months for internet, overall they are a Very Good Company with Cutomer Service issues being taken care of, and retaining their cutomers

7 years ago

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Tara Gillispie Hurricane, WV

As I sit here and type this review… I’m looking at the Frontier trucks outside my front door, they have been in my town for the last week updating lines I believe? And if that is the case then I can’t wait because we already have super fast lightning speed with Frontier and I absolutely love them.

2 years ago

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Mallory

Frontier Intrenet is an honest and trustworthy service provider to have. The have wonderful customer service and exceptional communication. We highly recommend to anyone shopping around.

2 years ago

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Terri Bullhead City, AZ

Excellent service, I've had frontier for over 16 yrs., I live in rural town & have very little issues with there service. All in all the only one that doesn't drop or lose service.

2 years ago

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Tina Christakis

I have frontier for the past 5-6 years. I am happy with their service, and my speed is very fast. Employees are very professional.

4 years ago

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Bulldog Clinton, IL

They try there best provide me with good internet. Especially since I live in country. Which other internet companies can meet

3 years ago Edited January 3, 2022

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Gilbert Fort Mohave, AZ

So far, excellent! Telephone calls addressed promptly. Explanations understandable.

4 years ago

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Timothy

slows down very fast with a few users on line such as grandsons playing on their games

4 years ago

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scott

great value. fantastic service. They went above and beyond to ensure that I was satisfied

7 years ago

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Nini New York, NY

It enabled me to access the internet quickly for work-from-home tasks.

1 year ago Edited June 22, 2023

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Julia UP Southbury, CT

Works fine about 7 years, good customer service, fast service

3 years ago

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Jimmy Roles

Always helpful, excellent customer service. Easy contact for problems.

4 years ago

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Dave Reynolds Lake Wales, FL

Excellent internet speed. Sunday technician came to our home.

7 years ago

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Linda Hays Layton, UT

This is a terrible internet service provider. Very slow and they poor customer service.

5 years ago

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Angelica

Positive experience with the employees and the service

4 years ago

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Cathy Hearen Victorville, CA

Because I loved the speed of their internet

6 years ago