Thinking of switching from Virgin to Fizz home internet. Is a good idea?
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Hi community! As the title says I was thinking about this switch. I'm currently with a $40 / 25mbps plan with virgin mobile. The speed is good, but the connection is very unstable. It often cuts off (not only on wi-fi). Since my girlfriend is working from home now, a better perfoming internet connection would be desirable. I'd say I will opt for a 60 mbps or faster plan. If I'm not mistaken, virgin connection is by telephone cable while fizz is on TV cable. Given that, is there a chance to have an improved stability? Also could someone from Montreal confirm that the speed is comparable to what is declared? I also read something about the not so good quality of fizz modem. Since I live in a small apartment, do you think it's coverage will be enough?
Thank you!
Thank you!
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Hi Andrea
You're right. Virgin is owned by Bell. They use the telephone lines for internet, it's different network compared to Fizz/Videotron cable network.
I can tell you that I am one of the 95% who are satisfied with Fizz Home Internet, but everyone can have a different experience. Most of the customers here do receive the plan speed that they pay for, there is no throttling.
Either way, there is very little risk in trying. You can keep your service with your current internet provider until you are satisfied that Fizz is the right fit/solution for you. The Fizz modem should work well for your home.
BTW if anyone is a new customer, be sure to use a referral code to receive your $25 credit from Fizz.
If you need a referral code, there is a list here:
https://community.fizz.ca/questions/2198337-place-referral-codes?answers_page=16
You can choose mine or the code of someone who has helped you.
To be transparent, both parties will receive the bonus credit once you have paid your second bill.12 -
Internet always worked great for me, no issues whatsoever (apart from the normal router hiccups CODA).
I think in the end it comes down to your personal needs and of course the price. If Fizz is cheaper and a better fit, take it.
Personally I find that the regular prices they offer for internet are not that competitive (at least they are as expensive as other providers).10 -
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Yes fizz is better and it is at a better price, you should do it in my opinion.11 -
I switched from Videotron to Fizz and I am very satisfied.10
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Yes Fizz is better and the internet is stable. In your appartment the Fizz Wifi router should be enough to give a good wifi signal everywhere.7
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Andrea,
Fizz has attractive and unlimited internet price's plan
And his network is safe and stable.5
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