The ultimate guide to switching from Xfinity to 5G Home MINTernet

So you’re ready to ditch your ex (finity). You’ve certainly come to the right place. Today we’ll cover the “whys” and “hows” for switching from Xfinity to 5G Home MINTernet so you can start saving big on your home internet bill, and see that when it comes to Mint Mobile vs. Big Cable, there’s one clear winner (IOHO).  

Why switch from Xfinity cable internet to 5G Home MINTernet? 

Cable internet is so last-decade. We won’t go much into the differences between 5G home internet vs cable here, but in a nutshell, 5G home internet is designed to deliver fast, reliable home internet at a more affordable monthly cost than cable. How? For starters, there’s no installation fee. In fact, there’s barely any installation at all – simply plug in the 5G gateway (included free with 5G Home MINTernet) and get online in minutes, no technician required. And here’s how we put our own Minty spin on it: 

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 bill jump scares that Big Cable is infamous for.

Lower new customer cost
5G Home MINTernet keeps you connected starting at $40/mo, which is less than Xfinity’s $50/mo because of math. Also, with MINTernet you can save an additional $10/mo** if you already have a Mint phone plan – more on bundling later.

No B.S. equipment fees
Xfinity charges for rental of equipment, as if your rent wasn’t high enough already. But 5G Home MINTernet includes a free 5G gateway for no hassle setup, completely rent-free. And everything gets shipped free right to your door. 

Fast, unlimited data (No cables attached)
5GHome MINTernet gets its 5G from T-Mobile towers, which currently provides coverage to 98% of Americans – the nation’s largest 5G network.*** And they’ll hook you up with all the fast, reliable data you need for all of your home’s devices.

How to switch from Xfinity to Mint Mobile 

It’s easier than you might think. But hold your horses. Wait on canceling your existing Xfinity cable internet until after you’ve transferred over to 5G Home MINTernet. Or at the very least, until after you’ve familiarized yourself with how long it takes to switch internet providers, so there are no surprises. Once you’re settled, follow these steps to get your 5G Home MINTernet up and running:

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) Pick your plan
If you’re looking for 5G home internet only, the intro offer on our 3-month plan is the best way to get started. But if you want to save $300, bundle a year of 5G Home MINTernet with a Mint Mobile Unlimited plan for $45/mo↟ to max out your savings. Whichever route you choose, after purchasing your plan, you’ll receive a free 5G gateway device. We also offer a 14-day money-back guarantee while you still have Xfinity to make sure that your 5G Home MINTernet plan the right choice for you.

3) Download the Mint Mobile app
Before you plug in your 5G gateway and start connecting your devices, download the Mint Mobile app ASAP. Available on the App Store or Google Play, our app makes it easy to keep track of your 5G Home MINTernet plan, phone plan (if you decide to bundle up) and everything else in between – like add-ons, Minternational pass data roaming and referrals.

How to cancel your Xfinity service

Ready to go no-contact? Once you confirm that 5G Home MINTernet works for you, don’t hesitate. You can cancel your plan anytime because Xfinity has no annual contract or early termination fees – hey, even a broken clock is right twice a day. You can cancel by calling Xfinity customer service at 1-800-xfinity, going through their online chatbot or visiting an Xfinity store in-person. From here, it’s just basic housekeeping: return all Xfinity equipment (modem and router) and get a finalized receipt.

Real quick question: Do you also have an Xfinity mobile plan? If you do, be sure to check your mobile bill because it may increase since you’ll no longer have Xfinity home internet. And if that’s the case, we encourage you to take full advantage of our $45/mo 5G Home MINTernet & Unlimited phone plan bundle↟ – unless you really don’t like saving money.

Ready to break free from Big Cable? 

We took what’s wrong with wireless and made it right, and now we’re fixing home internet. Because fast, reliable home internet shouldn’t cost as much as the house – okay that’s a stretch but you get the point. So once you’re ready to renovate your home internet, click the button below to make the switch.

_{*“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.}

_{***5G access req’s capable device & SIM w/in appropriate coverage area. Actual availability, speed & coverage may vary.}

_{↟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.}