How to switch from Spectrum to 5G Home MINTernet

So you’re ready to ditch Spectrum and make the switch to 5G Home MINTernet. Love that for you. We can’t wait to have you join the Mint fam, so we put together a handy guide to walk you through the why and how switching from Spectrum to 5G Home MINTernet goes. Keep reading to see just how easy the switch can be (and how much you’re about to save), and see that when it comes to Mint Mobile vs. Big Cable, there’s one clear winner (IOHO).  

Why switch from Spectrum to Mint Mobile?

It’s no secret that a lot of people have cable internet because it was one of the only options available when they were looking for home internet. But times have changed, and now you have more flexibility when it comes to choosing a home internet provider. You can dig deeper into the differences between cable internet and 5G home internet if you’d like. For now, let’s go over what specifically makes 5G Home MINTernet so special:

No monthly bills
Mint Mobile offers 5G home internet service in bulk, meaning you purchase 3, 6, or 12 months of service at a time. And our 5-year No Bill Creep Guarantee* protects you from those bill jump scares that Big Cable is infamous for.

Lower new customer cost
5G Home MINTernet keeps you connected starting at $40/mo. Also, with MINTernet you can save an additional $10/mo** if you already have a Mint phone plan – more on bundling later. But what about that initial installation cost? Well with 5G Home MINTernet it’s $0, because the equipment is essentially plug-and-play, shipped to you free of charge and ready to go right out of the box. And speaking of equipment…

No equipment fees
Imagine a restaurant charging you a “fork rental fee” to enjoy the spaghetti you already paid for. That’s absurd right? 5G Home MINTernet works with a 5G gateway that is included in your plan. Because you shouldn’t have to pay additional rental fees for something you need to make your internet work.

Fast, unlimited data (No cables attached)
5G Home MINTernet runs on the T-Mobile network—America’s largest 5G network. So you’ll get the fast, reliable data you need for all of your home’s devices without another heavy cable running along your wall.

How to switch from Spectrum to Mint Mobile

Now that you know why you should switch, it’s time to actually make the switch. Just make sure to hold off on actually canceling your Spectrum cable internet until you’ve fully transferred over to Home MINTernet to avoid any interruption in service.

1) Check your coverage and eligibility
With 5G home internet, location matters. There’s no wired connection, so availability and performance will vary based on tower distance and network congestion. Fear not. Use our free coverage checker to quickly check that your address is eligible for 5G Home MINTernet service.

2) Choose the right 5G Home MINTernet plan for you
All 5G Home MINTernet plans include unlimited data, so it’s just a matter of how many months you wish to purchase in advance. You can start with our Intro Offer, which is three months of 5G Home MINTernet for $40/mo ($120 upfront payment). Or, if you’re a Mint Mobile user already, you can bundle one year of 5G Home MINTernet with an Unlimited phone plan for $45/mo ($540 upfront payment)***. Once you choose and purchase a plan, you’ll get your 5G Gateway device in the mail. Once it’s out of the box, you just have to plug it in and you’ll be online in a matter of minutes. 

Tip: 5G Home MINTernet comes with a 14-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it out for two weeks to make sure it’s right for you before officially cancelling your Spectrum service.

3) Download the Mint Mobile app
Managing your 5G Home MINTernet plan is a breeze with the Mint Mobile app. Available in the App Store or Google Play, the Mint Mobile app allows you to track your usage, renew your plan and—if you do end up getting a phone plan with Mint too—you can manage add-ons and Minternational Passes in the app too.

How to cancel your Spectrum service

We know breakups can be hard, but this one shouldn’t be. Spectrum doesn’t do annual contracts or early termination fees, so once you’ve confirmed that 5G Home MINTernet is for you, you can cancel your Spectrum cable internet at any time. There are a few ways to go about it, including calling Spectrum customer service, using Spectrum’s online chat service on their website, or by going into a Spectrum store to cancel in person.

You’ll need to return all the equipment you were renting from Spectrum (modem, etc) and we recommend you get a receipt from them to make sure everything is finalized. And keep in mind, if you’re also a Spectrum wireless customer, the price of your phone plan may change. Ahem… this is where we mention that awesome 5G Home MINTernet + Mint Mobile Unlimited phone plan bundle again.

Ready to break free from Big Cable?

We took what’s wrong with wireless and made it right, and now we’re doing the same with your home internet. Home internet is a necessary utility nowadays, but cable companies are still offering it at luxury prices. We believe that fast, reliable home internet should be available for everyone. So when you’re ready to get the home internet service you need with big savings that you deserve, click the button below to see what 5G Home MINTernet can do for you.

_{*“No Bill Creep Guarantee” means we won’t change the price of talk, text, and 5G data on our network for at least 5 years while you are on an eligible plan bundle; taxes & fees excluded. Begins at activation and may not be extended for any reason; ends upon any cancellation or downgrade. See terms.}

_{**Upfront payment of $90 for 3-mo. plan (equiv. to $30/mo.), Auto Renew & eligible voice plan required; taxes & fees extra. Intro offer for first 3 months only; then full-price plan options available. Delivered via 5G cellular network; speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. Over 50GB/mo. may slow when network is busy. Not available in all areas. Loaned Gateway device subject to non-return fee. See terms.}

_{***Upfront payment of $540 for 12-mo. plans (equiv. to $45/mo.) & AutoPay required (save $300 vs. full-price plans); taxes & fees extra. Over 50GB/mo. may slow when network is busy (over 1TB/mo. on MINTernet). Not available in all areas. Loaned Gateway device subject to non-return fee. See terms.}