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Friday, February 7th, 2025 5:58 AM

Unjustified Price Increase and Lack of Reasonable Retention Options

 Dear Xfinity Customer Service,

 

 

I am writing to formally express my frustration regarding a recent price increase on my internet service and the lack of reasonable options provided to maintain an affordable rate. When I signed up for my plan, I was paying $39.99 per month for 800 Mbps. However, after two years, my bill has increased to $85 per month—more than double my original rate.

 

When I contacted customer support to inquire about ways to lower my monthly payment, I was informed that my only option was to downgrade my service from 800 Mbps to 300 Mbps, which would still cost $65 per month. This is an unreasonable solution, as I would be paying significantly more than my original rate for dramatically reduced service.

 

I understand that promotional rates expire, but such an extreme price hike, combined with the lack of competitive alternatives, feels exploitative. As a loyal customer, I expected more flexibility in retaining a fair price for the service I initially signed up for. I would appreciate a better resolution, such as the ability to renew my previous rate or at least an option that offers a fairer price without a drastic reduction in service speed.

 

I kindly request that you reconsider my current pricing structure and offer a more reasonable solution or reinstate my previous rate. If this issue cannot be resolved, I will be left with no choice but to explore alternative providers. Please let me know how you can address this matter.

 

 

I look forward to your prompt response.

Official Employee

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1 month ago

 

user_lml8up Hello and thank you for reaching out via our Xfinity Community Forums. I completely understand your frustration with the recent price increase on your internet service. It's definitely not a good feeling when your bill suddenly jumps up, especially after enjoying a promotional rate. I really appreciate you taking the time to explain the situation so clearly, and I want to assure you that I'm here to help. I know how important it is to have reliable internet at an affordable price, and I’m sorry we haven’t met your expectations in this instance. No one wants to pay double what they originally signed up for, especially when the only alternative seems to be a significant downgrade in speed. I want to look into your specific account and see what options we have available. Promotional rates do expire, but I also believe in finding solutions that work for our loyal customers. To do this properly, I need a little more information. Would you mind sending me a direct message with your full name and address? This will allow me to access your account details and thoroughly review your current plan, the price history, and any available offers in your area. I want to explore all possibilities, including any current promotions or alternative packages that might be a better fit for your needs and budget. I promise to do my best to find a solution that gets you closer to the price and speed you’re looking for. I’m here to help, and I’m committed to finding a resolution that works for you.

 

Expert

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109.1K Messages

1 month ago

Concern moved here to the Customer Service help section. 

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27 days ago

I am getting ready to cancel all my services with Xfinity. I have been a continuous customer for 41 years since 1984. Both my wife and are retired living on a fixed income.  Now I understand that your are raising your rates even higher next month. I will have to cancel al my services TV, Internet, home phone, and mobile services! U-verse has Fiber right to my home I know I can save much more money with them! My wife will not allow me get rid of all our boxes and stream. We tried it on of our TV's and it is a hassle! Xfinity needs to provide discounts for customers that have been with them for over 40 years! This is unacceptable! 

Official Employee

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@user_wq8vjp Welcome to our community forum! I would be heart-broken to see you go after 41 years with us. I'd like the opportunity to review options for a promotion you love at a price that works with your budget. 
Please send a direct message by clicking the chat icon in the upper right corner of the page, click on the pen and paper icon, then enter “Xfinity Support” in the “To” section. Include your name and address so I can find the account and get started on a resolution. 

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I have called twice in 30 days and have asked to reduce my bills and they constantly

try to give me a mobile deal and never give me a bill break.  We pay 280 dollars a month  Going to T mobile store on Monday .I have been with them for 15 years (both) and I am sick of not getting a break as a loyal long time customer.  I literally cannot afford this going forward. 

Official Employee

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Greetings, @user_ryan! I hope your week has been treating you well. Thanks so much for taking a moment out of your busy day to leave a post on our community forum. I'm sorry to hear you're having issues finding a better promotion, but you have definitely come to the right place for assistance.

 

If you could send our team a direct message with your full name, the name listed on the account (if different), and the service address associated with your account, I'd be more than happy to look into this for you.

 

To send a Direct Message, please click on the “Direct Message” icon in the top-right corner of the screen, next to the bell icon, click the "New message" (pencil and paper) icon, then type or select "Xfinity Support". Type your message in the text area near the bottom of the window and press Enter to send your message and initiate a live session.

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