Airtel Xstream or JioFiber? Know which broadband service will be cheaper for you
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There are various internet service providers (ISPs) in the country but Jio and Airtel are the two most widely used ones. These two companies consistently update their plans to match the competitive market
The work-from-home culture and online classes have taught us so many things but most importantly they have taught us the value of a good and reliable internet connection at home. A good WiFi should ideally have high security, fast speed and faster connectivity. It should also have good coverage so that no matter how many walls you are away from the router in your home, the signal strength remains good.
There are various internet service providers (ISPs) in the country but Jio and Airtel are the two most widely used ones. These two companies consistently update their plans to match the competitive market. These plans not just offer internet data but are also bunched with several offers that make the plan sound more lucrative.
While there are also other good ISPs like Hathway, You, and Tata Sky available in the market, Jio and Airtel have availability in a higher number of areas compared to the others. If you are unhappy with your current ISP and want to switch to Jio or Airtel, or are simply confused about which one to go for, then here is a close comparison of Jio Fiber and Airtel Xtream Fiber to help you choose the right one. We have covered almost all the important aspects which you need to look at before getting a WiFi connection. Hope it helps!
The connection cost
First and foremost is the connection cost. There is a certain cost that almost all the ISPs charge you for the router and modem they offer. This cost is in addition to the cost of plan that you buy from the provider.
Airtel Xstream Fiber will charge you Rs 1000 for the installation and activation of the connection. You have to pay this along with cost of plan you choose. Landline connection is also included with this. DTH connection can also be included but you have to pay an amount for that.
In the JioFiber connection, you have to pay Rs 1500 as the connection cost which includes your first month WiFi plan, landline connection and the installation charges. If you wish to take the DTH service then you need to Rs 2500 in total.
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