Comcast launches its contractless Xfinity prepaid internet service

Comcast’s prepaid internet service, after years of testing, is now available to all Xfinity customers. The package allows consumers to pay for internet service on a pay-as-you-go basis, with refills ranging from seven to 30 days.

Comcast is partnering with Boost Mobile to sell the $80 prepaid internet starter kits, which come with a wireless DOCSIS 3.0 gateway and 30 days of service. Download speeds measure up to 10 Mbps downstream and 1 Mbps for uploads, and refills start at $15 for one week. The prepaid plans works anywhere within Xfinity’s coverage area, and while there’s no credit check involved, you do have to be 18 years or older to sign up. The partnership also gives Boost Mobile customers $5 off refills.

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