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Own modem charge without unlimted data?
I understand that there is an extra charge for using your own modem if you want unlimited data.
I do not have an unlimited data plan, and I do not need one. I would like to use my my own modem, but first want to confirm that there will not be any unexpected charges or changes other than losing the rental fee once I return the xfinity gear.
Thanks in advance.
XfinityBenny
Official Employee
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646 Messages
4 months ago
@user_bwwade Indeed, its $5 more for using an owned modem. Basically it boils down to $25 for Unlimited Data using an Xfinity Gateway, and $30 if not. The standard rental fee is $15 without unlimited data, which you should have now if renting. That will go away and you'll be prorated for the charges. Meaning you can count on a credit for the days you didn't use the gateway. Find a compatible modem of your choosing here My Device Info by Xfinity, then purchase it at a trusted retailer. Then make the changes easily with the Xfinity app, and the video here https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/activate-xfi-gateway-app.
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BruceW
Gold Problem Solver
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26K Messages
4 months ago
No extra charge. See the "All Compatible Devices" link near the bottom of https://www.xfinity.com/support/devices (at the moment it points to https://assets.xfinity.com/assets/dotcom/projects/cix-4997_compatible-devices/2024.06.26%20Full%20List%20of%20Compatible%20Devices.pdf, but this changes from time to time).
If you are interested in the new higher upload speeds they are rolling out you'll need one of the few retail devices shown in the "Next Gen Speed Tier" group with an upload speed rating in the "All Compatible Devices" PDF. Also see
which lists the approved devices as well as other requirements for faster upload speeds.
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