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USA Today
04-07-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Kinetic by Windstream review 2025: Plans, prices and availability
Kinetic is a rural internet service provided by Windstream Communications. Kinetic by Windstream claims to provide fiber and DSL internet connections to approximately 3% of the country, covering parts of 18 states. Kinetic's relatively small service area targets rural and suburban regions. It may be the perfect choice if you live in Georgia, Iowa or Kentucky, where the company's coverage is extensive. It typically offers faster speeds, competitive prices and more favorable service terms than other rural internet providers. Kinetic by Windstream also offers several bundles, including home phone, mobile phone and security plans. Read on to discover if Kinetic is the right choice for you. Kinetic by Windstream plans and pricing Windstream's prices start at $24.99 (with autopay) for a 100 Mbps fiber internet connection or $44.99 (with autopay) for DSL. However, actual prices and service availability may vary depending on your location. Windstream's advertised prices are promotional and typically increase after 12 months. Read the fine print of your agreement and be aware that your starting monthly price has a limited lifespan. Kinetic also charges customers several one-time fees, including a $50 activation fee, a $35 professional installation fee (which can be waived by opting for self-installation) and a $65 charge for new phone jack installation at your home. There's also a monthly equipment rental fee of $4.99 for copper/DSL customers and $10.99 for fiber customers unless you use your own modem and router. Kinetic by Windstream offers five internet plans, all with no data caps or annual contracts. However, some households will only have access to Kinetic's DSL plans, which provide speeds up to 200 Mbps. Fiber plans include 100 Mbps, 300 Mbps, 1 gigabit (GB) and 2 GB. Kinetic High-Speed (up to 200 Mbps DSL) Kinetic is known for its fiber-cable-backed DSL system, which delivers faster internet speeds than many satellite, fixed wireless or other DSL providers. This plan is widely available in rural areas Kinetic Fiber 100 Mbps This internet speed supports essential internet tasks, such as sending and receiving email, browsing and streaming video. A 100 Mbps connection should be sufficient for households with three to five users and devices. Kinetic Fiber 300 Mbps Kinetic by Windstream's 300 Mbps plan starts at $39.99 per month with a one-year price guarantee. This plan is ideal for moderate users who use the internet for everyday browsing, video conferencing, HD streaming and gaming. It can support up to nine devices for basic use (email, browsing, social media) and up to four devices for streaming HD/4K video without lag. Kinetic Fiber 1 Gig Kinetic's 1 Gig plan, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps, is ideal for a large, busy family with around 20 connected devices. This speed is sufficient for seamless 4K streaming and video calls, high-performance online gaming, downloading and uploading large files and connecting security systems and smart appliances. Kinetic Fiber 2 Gig Kinetic's 2 Gig plan boasts speeds of up to 2,000 Mbps and is best for large households or businesses that regularly engage in high-bandwidth activities. The plan can handle activities that include streaming 4K or 8K content across multiple devices, playing online games (including VR and AR games), downloading or uploading large files, photos and videos at high speeds, and establishing a home network of smart devices or home automation. *All promotional prices are valid for a 12-month service agreement with autopay. **Actual speeds may vary depending on connectivity in your area. ***Fiber 1 Gig plan starts with a promotional rate of $39.99 per month for the first three months, then increases to $69.99 per month with a two-year price guarantee. Kinetic by Windstream deals and bundles Windstream does not offer a traditional TV service; however, you can add YouTube TV or DIRECTV to your internet plan as an optional add-on. There are no cost savings, however, when you bundle these services with a Kinetic internet plan. The provider also offers home phone and security plans. According to Kinetic's sales representative, every new customer is eligible to receive a $200 prepaid Mastercard debit card.* Here are some additional add-ons and optional features that Kinetic by Windstream offers. Kinetic Secure is an add-on that protects online transactions, activities and data from cyber threats, inappropriate content and other potential online threats. New and existing customers can add Kinetic Secure for free for the first three months. After that, the cost is $14.99 per month. Kinetic Secure Home offers a no-contract home security system. The two available plans have DIY installation and app-based monitoring. Home security plans are available for as low as $10 to $30 per month. The security plans don't require contracts but do have high equipment fees. You can bundle Kinetic Internet with Kinetic Voice (VoIP), a home phone service delivered over the internet, for $25 per month. Alternatively, you can choose a standalone service priced at $50 per month. Phone service includes the following: If you bundle Kinetic high-speed internet with a new or existing AT&T wireless plan, you can save $20 a month. This bundling deal only applies to new Kinetic internet customers (if you have not been a Kinetic customer within the last 30 days). *Bonus offer. Subject to change at any time. Kinetic by Windstream vs. other providers Kinetic's fiber pricing is among the lowest in rural areas, though its availability is limited compared to Spectrum or CenturyLink. Here's a quick look at how Kinetic compares with ISPs with similar starting speeds: Kinetic by Windstream coverage and availability About 3% of the United States has access to Windstream services, including just over 1% of fiber availability within that population. Kinetic by Windstream covers parts of the following 18 states: Kinetic by Windstream customer service If you need assistance from Kinetic by Windstream's customer service team, you have several options. Live chat support is available for online orders and billing inquiries Monday through Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET and for technical support and phone repairs daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET. Bottom line: Kinetic by Windstream offers fast, flexible internet options for rural and suburban areas, with competitive pricing — especially on fiber plans — if it's available in your location. Contributing: Lisa Iscrupe, Hannah Whatley, Allconnect
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tens of thousands of Texans will benefit from Kinetic's multi-million-dollar Fiber hardware upgrade
Telehealth, gamers, agriculture to benefit from high-speed fiber upgrade Remote workers gain more access to faster speeds with multi-gig fiber Equal up/download speeds focused on tech-savvy families, gamers, content creators Customers must call to sign up to experience multi-gig speeds FORT BEND, Texas, April 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--More than 21,000 Texans are expected to benefit from a $23 million network hardware upgrade as Kinetic unveiled an aggressive plan to significantly enhance its residential and business fiber network speed capabilities in 2025. As a result of this hardware upgrade, internet speeds up to 2 Gigabits per second will be available to 1,500 qualified customers in Sugar Land. This project aims to double speeds for more than half-a-million Kinetic Fiber homes and businesses across the company's 18-state-footprint. By the end of the year, 85% of Kinetic's fiber-service area will be equipped to support multi-gig internet speeds. This investment represents a commitment to deliver the future of the internet to communities. Interested Texans should call 1-800-347-1991 or visit to determine whether they qualify to purchase multi-gig service. Existing customers should not experience any interruptions to their service because of the upgrade. Fiber is a future-proof technology, and this is another example of how faster speeds come to homes with no changes in equipment, or service visits. This network enhancement is crafted to future-proof customers' internet experience, ensuring they have the bandwidth necessary to accommodate their expanding needs. "With Kinetic fiber, speeds just keep getting better. This hardware upgrade will enhance our customer's experience and ready them for a smart-home future that we believe will have more devices connected to more data processing than ever before," said Danny Ferguson, Kinetic's regional president for Texas. "At Kinetic, as part of our commitment to help customers Internet better, we are continuing to invest in our fiber network to deliver premium internet experiences enabling the latest technologies like telehealth, work-from-home, gaming, streaming and agriculture." Multi-gig internet offers speeds beyond 1 Gbps, ideal for modern homes and businesses with multiple devices and data-heavy applications. Powered by advanced fiber-optic networks, it ensures seamless 4K/8K streaming, smooth gaming, and efficient data transfers. Multi-gig networks support increased bandwidth, reduced latency, and future-proof connectivity for upcoming technological advancements. They enhance real-time applications like gaming and video conferencing while supporting emerging technologies such as IoT and AI. "As we advance our multi-gig initiative, our unwavering commitment to quality and exceptional customer service remains at the forefront of everything we do," said Jeff Austin, chief network officer and executive vice president of Network Services. "By delivering cutting-edge technology and reliable high-speed connections, we're empowering customers to explore and innovate new possibilities. Kinetic is more than just an internet service provider, we're a partner to help our customers Internet better." Real-world benefits include: Enhanced telehealth. With multi-gig, telehealth is seamless; patients can engage in HD video consultations without lag, ensuring accurate diagnoses and timely care. Remote work. For remote workers, flawless video conferencing and instant file transfers allow for an experience that matches the speed and reliability of the office. Superior gaming and streaming. Gamers experience ultra-low latency, providing real-time responsiveness critical for competitive play. And families can stream 4K and even 8K across multiple devices without buffering, even when everyone is online. Agricultural innovation. In agriculture, farmers can use cutting-edge tech like precision farming and IoT devices relying on fast, reliable internet to provide real-time analytics, improving crop management and sustainability. Fiber brings significant economic benefits to the community: research says that communities with fiber experience 213% higher business growth, 10% higher self-employment and a 14-17% increase in home values. The project is part of Kinetic's multi-year $2 billion strategic investment to bring blazing fast internet speeds to rural and suburban communities across its 18-state footprint. More information about home internet speeds can be seen here: and information about businesses can be seen here: About Kinetic: Kinetic, a Windstream company, offers reliable fiber-based broadband to consumers and small to medium-sized businesses in 18 states. The company's quality-first approach connects customers to new opportunities and possibilities by delivering a full suite of advanced communications services backed by robust security and friendly customer success experts. Kinetic is focused on expanding its fiber network and bridging the digital divide to deliver modern solutions to customers in underserved areas. Additional information about Kinetic is available via our customer portal at or The company also offers managed cloud communications and security services to mid-to-large enterprises, government entities and educational institutions across the U.S. as well as customized wavelength and dark fiber solutions to carriers, content providers and hyperscalers in the U.S. and Canada. Windstream is privately held and headquartered in Little Rock, Ark. Category: Kinetic View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Victoria Carman
