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Spectrum gives new customers a lower price for 12 to 36 months based on the selected plan. After this period, the $50 plan increases by $25 each month.
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The price change can be surprising, especially for those who added Spectrum TV or Spectrum Mobile during sign-up.
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The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) helped lower costs, but it has ended, and its benefits are no longer available. Customers with limited budgets may now look for cheaper options.
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Spectrum provides two budget-friendly plans under Internet Assist, but families must meet specific requirements to qualify.
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Below is a guide on eligibility and how to apply for Lifeline, an alternative to ACP.
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What Happened at Spectrum After the ACP Ended
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The ACP had full funding until April 2024. Spectrum customers already enrolled in the program received a partial credit in May—$15 for most or $35 for those on Tribal lands.
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New customers who joined through the ACP and decided to continue their service also got these credits.
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Those who chose not to keep their service had their Spectrum Internet disconnected in May.
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Starting in June, Spectrum customers will no longer receive ACP-related benefits.
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However, discounts for new internet service still apply until the promotional period ends (12 or 24 months).
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Customers struggling with regular prices can seek help through the Lifeline program to lower their monthly bills.
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They can also apply online for Spectrum Internet Assist, which offers two plans at reduced rates.
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About the Spectrum Internet Assist Program
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The Spectrum Internet Assist program did not start because of the ACP ending.
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It has existed since 2016, providing a cable internet plan with 50Mbps download speed for $25 per month. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements and submit documents.
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Spectrum provides the modem or gateway for free, just like its other internet plans. However, Internet Assist customers must pay $5 per month for WiFi Service.
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This charge applies to the gateway’s Wi-Fi feature or any Spectrum-provided router. There is no fee for using a router bought from a retailer.
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In April 2022, Spectrum introduced another plan with 100Mbps download speed.
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However, the WiFi Service fee for this plan is $7 per month. As with the 50Mbps plan, households must qualify based on specific criteria.
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Who Can Get the Spectrum Internet Assist Program?
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Someone in your home must participate in one of three government programs to get Spectrum Internet Assist.
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The list below shows which programs qualify and which do not.
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| Eligible | Not Eligible |
| National School Lunch Program (NSLP) | Social Security Disability (SSD) |
| Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) under NSLP | Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for people 65 and older | Social Security Retirement Benefits |
| Social Security Survivor Benefits |
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How to Apply for the Spectrum Internet Assist Program
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Submit your application online with a copy of proof of eligibility. Use income records or papers confirming participation in a government program.
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Save the files as JPEG or PDF, keeping them under 3.75MB.
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What you need:
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- NSLP: Upload a recent document confirming your child receives free or reduced-price lunch.
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- SSI: Upload an original SSI benefits award letter or a current benefits verification letter with the recipient’s name.
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Enter your details and upload the required files through Spectrum’s online application to complete the process.
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Plans and Prices
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| Plan | Cost | Speed | Connection |
| Internet Assist | $25/month* (eligible households) | Up to 50Mbps (wireless speeds vary) | Cable |
| Internet Advantage | $30/month* (12 months for eligible households) | Up to 100Mbps (wireless speeds vary) | Cable |
| Internet Premier w/ Spectrum Advanced | $60/month† (12 months) | Up to 1,000Mbps (wireless speeds vary) | Cable, Fiber |
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Spectrum offers different internet plans. Internet Assist and Advantage need eligibility, but the cheapest standard plan does not. It costs around $60 for the first year, then increases.
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You might find a lower-cost option if you do not qualify for Spectrum Internet Assist and another provider is available.
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Spectrum’s ACP Alternative
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Spectrum informed customers affected by the ACP program’s end about a new offer.
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They received an email about one Spectrum Mobile line included with Internet Premier for 12 months. The offer is worth $30 per month.
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Other Low-Income Internet Options
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If Spectrum Internet Assist is not an option and the standard Spectrum plan is too expensive, other providers may help. Some providers with similar low-income programs include:
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- AT&T Access
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