The Best Home Internet-Only Plan Options

Want to get more out of your home internet?

Not everyone needs or wants a home phone line. In the past, signing up for home Internet often meant bundling with a landline, whether you used it or not. But today, Internet-only plans let you access high-speed Internet without paying for unnecessary services.

With Optimum Internet-only plans, you can:

• Enjoy fast and reliable speeds for streaming, gaming, and working from home.
• Avoid extra fees for services you don’t need.
• Pair your Internet plan with Optimum Mobile to save on your mobile phone bill.

Whether you're signing up for the Internet for the first time or upgrading from an outdated DSL connection, Optimum has an Internet-only plan suited to your needs.

How Do I Get Internet Without a Home Phone Line?

You can get Internet without a home phone line through fiber, cable, and fixed wireless connections. Here's a breakdown of each:

Cable Internet

Cable Internet uses coaxial cables—the same infrastructure that delivers cable TV—to provide high-speed connectivity.

Here’s how it works:

• A data signal is sent from your Internet service provider (ISP) to your modem via a coaxial cable.
• The modem connects to your router via an Ethernet cable, allowing you to access the Internet via WiFi.

This connection is widely available and offers high speeds and low latency, making it a reliable choice for most homes.

Fiber-Optic Internet

Fiber Internet is the fastest type of home Internet available, with speeds up to 5 Gig (and even higher in some areas). Instead of using electrical signals through copper wires, fiber transmits data using light pulses through optical fiber cables.

Benefits of Fiber Internet:

• Faster Speeds – Experience symmetrical upload and download speeds for seamless streaming, gaming, and video calls.
• Lower Latency – Enjoy minimal lag and buffering, ideal for online gaming and high-definition video conferencing.
• More Reliable Connection – Fiber is less susceptible to interference from weather or network congestion.

Optimum offers fiber-optic Internet plans with no contracts or data caps, ensuring you get fast speeds without restrictions.

5G Home Internet (Fixed Wireless)

Fixed wireless Internet, commonly known as 5G home Internet, connects your home to the Internet using cellular technology instead of cables.

Key Features of 5G Home Internet:

• Low Latency & High Speeds – Up to five times faster than 4G for a better online experience.
• No Wiring Needed – No need to run cables into your home—simply install the receiver and connect.
• Ideal for Streaming & Gaming – Handles multiple devices at once without slowing down.

While 5G home Internet is growing in availability, it's currently limited to select cities. However, as 5G networks expand, this will become a more viable alternative to traditional wired connections.

Why Choose Optimum Internet-Only Plans?

Optimum offers different high-speed Internet plans designed to fit different needs and budgets. Whether you need a basic connection for browsing and email or ultra-fast fiber speeds for gaming and working from home, Optimum has you covered.

Here are some of the benefits of Optimum Internet-Only Plans:

• No Contracts – Enjoy the flexibility of month-to-month service with no long-term commitment.
• No Data Caps – Stream, game, and browse without worrying about data overages.
• Fast & Reliable Speeds – Choose from cable or fiber Internet with maximum speeds up to 8 Gig in select areas.
• Seamless WiFi Coverage – Optimum provides Smart WiFi 6 for the best whole-home Internet experience.
• Bundle & Save – Pair your Internet plan with Optimum Mobile for exclusive discounts.