Kinetic: Shop internet, TV and home phone
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Robin Layton
Senior Editor, Broadband Content
Robin Layton is a Senior Editor for Allconnect, dedicated to helping consumers navigate the often-complex world of internet service providers. With 30 years of experience in journalism and marketing, Robin empowers consumers to make informed decisions with fair, balanced and thoroughly researched reporting on broadband services. Robin holds a bachelor’s degree in English and journalism from Shepherd University. When she’s not researching the latest broadband trends, she enjoys hiking with her husband and their two Australian Cattle dogs.
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Anine Sus is an editor and publisher with Allconnect. With eight years of experience editing and writing technical content, she is passionate about guiding consumers through the decision-making process to help them understand the best options for finding an internet plan. She aims to demystify broadband technology and jargon while ensuring transparent information on Allconnect.com. Anine earned a bachelor’s degree in English and creative writing from Dickinson College. In her spare time, she enjoys being in the front row to see her favorite band, the Kills. Find her work in the AAII Journal and connect with her on LinkedIn.
Robin Layton
Senior Editor, Broadband Content
Robin Layton is a Senior Editor for Allconnect, dedicated to helping consumers navigate the often-complex world of internet service providers. With 30 years of experience in journalism and marketing, Robin empowers consumers to make informed decisions with fair, balanced and thoroughly researched reporting on broadband services. Robin holds a bachelor’s degree in English and journalism from Shepherd University. When she’s not researching the latest broadband trends, she enjoys hiking with her husband and their two Australian Cattle dogs.
Anine Sus
Editor I
Anine Sus is an editor and publisher with Allconnect. With eight years of experience editing and writing technical content, she is passionate about guiding consumers through the decision-making process to help them understand the best options for finding an internet plan. She aims to demystify broadband technology and jargon while ensuring transparent information on Allconnect.com. Anine earned a bachelor’s degree in English and creative writing from Dickinson College. In her spare time, she enjoys being in the front row to see her favorite band, the Kills. Find her work in the AAII Journal and connect with her on LinkedIn.
Last updated: August 3, 2026
Kinetic is a fiber and DSL internet provider offering fiber speeds from 300 to 2,000 Mbps starting at $39.99/mo. You can also bundle a streaming service or home phone plan with your Kinetic service.
Regional internet provider
Kinetic Internet
Plans starting at
$39
99/mo.*
Why we like Kinetic:
No contracts or early termination fees
No data caps
Call to learn more:
(844) 451-2720*Kinetic will provision the fastest speed available at the time of order but cannot guarantee, and is not liable or responsible for, speeds or uninterrupted, error-free service. In select areas, includes unlimited incoming calls, and outbound calls will incur add’l charges. 12-month price guarantee with AutoPay. Updated as 08/03/26.
Popular Kinetic internet plans
Plans starting at
$39
99/mo.*
Speeds up to
300
Mbps
Call to learn more:
(844) 451-2720*with Auto Pay and paperless billing.
Plans starting at
$59
99/mo.*
Speeds up to
1,000
Mbps
Call to learn more:
(844) 451-2720*with Auto Pay and paperless billing.
Why choose Kinetic
Kinetic is a fiber and DSL internet provider with streaming and home phone options available. It’s available in areas across 18 states, providing the most coverage in the Southern U.S.
If Kinetic is available to you and you’re choosing between its services, fiber is your best choice. But if you can only get Kinetic DSL, opt for an alternative provider.
Kinetic offers fiber speeds from 300 to 2,000 Mbps starting at less than $50.00/mo. With symmetrical upload and download speeds and affordable prices, you can go wrong with many of Kientic’s fiber plans.
Here are our top Kinetic recs at a glance:
- Light to moderate internet users: Choose Kinetic Fiber 300 Mbps
- Heavy internet users or larger homes with 5+ people: Choose Kinetic Fiber 1 or 2 Gig
Allconnect expert tip
The speed you need depends on the size of your household, number of connected devices and daily internet activities. Most households can get by with 300 to 500 Mbps, but those with 5+ people who participate in heavy activities like gaming should opt for a gig plan or higher. Learn more about the speed you need.
Check your ZIP to see if Kinetic is available for you
Kinetic internet highlights
Kinetic plans mostly come in two types: Fiber and DSL. Cable plans are also available in small areas. Fiber is considered the best type of internet connection available, providing the fastest speeds and the most reliable connections. DSL, meanwhile, uses your phone line to connect to the internet, and is usually much slower than cable or fiber.
Kinetic has four plans to choose from, starting with its 100 Mbps DSL plan. Its fastest plan offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps, but availability depends on your location.
What we like about Kinetic
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No contracts or early termination fees – Month-to-month options are available if you’re shopping for commitment-free internet service from a reputable provider
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No data caps – With unlimited data, you can browse and stream the internet as much as you like
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Symmetrical fiber speeds – The Kinetic fiber network can deliver equally fast upload and download speeds
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Rural availability – Kinetic offers internet service in 14,405 ZIP codes nationwide, making it one of the best options for those who live in more rural areas
Things to consider about Kinetic
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Limited plans – Available Kinetic speed options can vary by location, and the speed you need may not be offered in your area
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Price increase – Entry speed Kinetic plan pricing increases after 12 months. Your monthly internet bill could increase from $15 to $18/mo., depending on your plan
Kinetic fiber plans
Filter your results:
| Plan | Starting price | Download speed | Upload speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinetic DSL Internet 100 | $44.99/mo.* | Up to 100 Mbps | 20 Mbps |
| Kinetic Fiber 300 | $39.99/mo. | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Kinetic Fiber 1 Gig | $59.99/mo. | 1,000 Mbps | 1,000 Mbps |
| Kinetic Fiber 2 Gig | $79.99/mo. | 2,000 Mbps | 2,000 Mbps |
Kinetic DSL plan
Filter your results:
| Plan | Download speed | Upload speed | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinetic Internet 100 (DSL) | Up to 100 Mbps | 20 Mbps | $44.99/mo.* |
Kinetic: Limited-time, non-transferable offer for residential customers, cannot be combined with other offers. Credit restrictions may apply. Subject to availability and Windstream Terms & Conditions (windstream.com/terms). *1-year price guarantee with AutoPay. **2-year price guarantee with AutoPay. Updated as of 08/03/26.
Allconnect’s choice: Kinetic Fiber 300
This plan is well-suited to midsize households with two or more users that stream, browse, game and work from home. If you have many connected devices in your home or multiple heavy users, consider a faster plan.
Kinetic TV overview
Kientic doesn’t provide its own TV service, but it does allow you to bundle your internet service with a top streaming provider like DIRECTV and YouTube TV. While bundling may simplify your bill, you won’t save any money by bundling with your Kinetic internet service.
What we like about Kinetic TV
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Two streaming options – You have two top streamers to choose from if you want to add streaming to your Kinetic service
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Channels – 75+ live channels with DIRECTV and 100+ with YouTube TV
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Unlimited DVR – Both streamers have unlimited cloud DVR storage
Things to consider about Kinetic
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No savings – You won’t save by bundling these services with Kinetic
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No native TV service – Kinetic doesn’t have its own TV service
Allconnect’s choice: Kinetic Fiber + YouTube TV
YouTube TV is a great option if you’re looking to cut the cord. It offers 100+ live TV channels, unlimited DVR storage and a solid selection of channels and sports content.
Check available Kinetic TV plans near you
Kinetic home phone review
Kientic offers a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service that functions much like a traditional landline service, but it’s delivered using your internet connection instead of phone lines. Each Kinetic Home Phone line comes with Caller ID, Premium Call Forwarding, Voicemail and Spam Call Alert. Customers can also access Kinetic Voice manager, which allows home phone customers to access a web interface, allowing them to manage select calling features.
What we like
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Digital voice service – This is a more modern approach to landline phone service that provides customers with more features
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Bundle discount – Kinetic Home Phone is cheaper when you bundle with Kinetic internet
Things to consider
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Internet-dependent – This service uses your internet connection to function, so it won’t work if your connection is down
Tips for Kinetic users
Our experts recommend going with a Kinetic fiber plan if it’s an option for you. It provides reliable speeds and low prices, offering great value for the service. If your only choice is Kinetic DSL, we suggest looking at another provider that offers fiber, cable, 5G or satellite service before going with a DSL plan.
It’s also a great idea to check out any promotions Kinetic may be offering. Oftentimes, new customers can get prepaid cards and price guarantees when they sign up.
Kinetic equipment, data caps and security
All internet providers add extra fees and stipulations to their terms. Fortunately, Kinetic’s fees aren’t very expensive compared to other providers, and you’ll also get some nice perks you don’t usually find elsewhere.
Purchasing: You also have the option of using your own equipment to avoid the fee, but it must be compatible with your Kinetic internet connection. Additionally, using your own equipment may reduce the amount of technical support Kinetic can provide should you have an issue with your connection. However, buying your own equipment could help you save money long-term.
Ready to see if Kinetic is available at your home?
How we scored Kinetic
As you can tell from the scores listed previously, there’s a large gap between the two types of service. Kinetic’s fiber plans cost a bit more, but they get you much faster speeds. If you can get it in your area, Kinetic’s fiber service is a better option for most people and compares favorably to most other internet providers. On the other hand, Kinetic’s DSL service has the lowest scores of any internet service we’ve reviewed.
Kinetic Fiber internet rating
Allconnect Rating
4.20 / out of 5 stars
This score is based off of the 4 plans Kinetic Fiber has available
Rating breakdown
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Affordability
3.85 / 5
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Performance
4.56 / 5
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Value
4.87 / 5
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Customer satisfaction
3.05 / 5
Kinetic DSL internet rating
Allconnect Rating
3.28 / out of 5 stars
This score is based off of the 1 plans Kinetic DSL has available
Rating breakdown
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Affordability
3.91 / 5
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Performance
3.18 / 5
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Value
2.69 / 5
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Customer satisfaction
2.55 / 5
How we scored internet providers
We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction. Each category contains multiple sub-factors, all of which are weighted differently to impact the provider’s overall score.
For each sub-factor, we score all providers on a continuous scale of 1 to 5, relative to the industry as a whole. Because the average download speed in America is currently 290 Mbps, for example, we assigned all plans with download speeds between 100 and 299 Mbps a score between 3 and 4. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 500 Mbps plan got a 3.71.
We only considered standardized data points in our scoring system. More abstract data like consistency of service and brand reputation is still part of our analysis, but we opted to let our writers address them in the context of each review.
Kinetic customer reviews
Kinetic scores above average for customer satisfaction, with 3.7/5 from Allconnect customers. The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) rates Kinetic with 71/100 in 2026.
Kinetic Customer Reviews:
Kinetic reviews from Allconnect customers
2/5
internet goes in and out
4/5
1 year fiber customer and initial service was great. Speed was as advertised. Recently, service keeps getting disconnected. Support calls reconnect service but then it happens again. Was told kinetic was going to a new system and they had to COMPLETELY shut down my service and got put into a queue for a technician visit, one week out. Can’t seem to get any reasoning…
1 year fiber customer and initial service was great. Speed was as advertised. Recently, service keeps getting disconnected. Support calls reconnect service but then it happens again. Was told kinetic was going to a new system and they had to COMPLETELY shut down my service and got put into a queue for a technician visit, one week out. Can’t seem to get any reasoning from the support staff.
3/5
Satisfied but it doesn’t always pick up in my kitchen as it should sometimes it’s a little slow
Kinetic internet FAQs
Does Kinetic have data caps?
No. DSL and fiber optic plans from Kinetic include unlimited data, so you can browse, stream and game online without worrying about going over a monthly data allowance.
Does Kinetic have TV?
No, Kinetic does not have its own TV service but you can consider bundling your Kinetic internet service with DIRECTV or other satellite TV or streaming services.
Is Kinetic a fiber optic internet service?
Kinetic has both fiber optic and DSL plans available, depending on where you live. Its DSL service is more prominent, with availability in 18 states. Many of Kinetic’s fiber optic plans utilize a hybrid fiber/DSL network to deliver faster speeds than traditional DSL.
How much is Kinetic?
Kinetic fiber internet plans range from $39.99 to $79.99/mo. for its fiber internet plans, and offers DSL service for $44.99/mo.
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Offer details
Kinetic: Limited-time, non-transferable offer for residential customers that may not be combined with other promotions. Credit restrictions may apply. Subject to availability, Windstream Terms and Conditions (www.windstream.com/terms), and Windstream Acceptable Use Policy (www.windstream.com/about/legal/acceptable-use-policy). Eligibility: Must be a new Kinetic Broadband Internet customer (i.e., you have not received Kinetic Internet service within the past 30 days) to qualify. Advertised price is for 12 months and includes both a promotional credit and a $10 per month AutoPay bill credit. Promotional credit applicable at sign-up; $10 AutoPay credit requires separate enrollment. Enrollment must take place at point of sale to be reflected on first month’s bill. If enrollment is after point of sale, credit may be applied to following month’s bill. To enroll after the point of sale, by visiting www.windstream.com/gokinetic or by calling a service representative at 877-807-9643. Customers that do not wish to enroll in AutoPay will not receive additional $10 bill credit. Details: After 12 months, the standard Kinetic Internet rate applies to some plans, other after 24 months. Customer is responsible for payment of applicable taxes, fees, and surcharges, as these are not included in promotional or standard rates. Additional restrictions may apply. Kinetic Internet: Kinetic cannot guarantee upload or download speeds or uninterrupted, error-free service. Speed availability, capabilities, and provisioning vary depending on network and terrain conditions, Internet, website, or network congestion, and customer location. Speeds 25 Mbps and above may be provisioned in a range including a minimum and maximum speed. Kinetic will provision customer’s location for the fastest speed within the available range. Equipment: Monthly equipment fees may apply. Kinetic-provided modems are capable of in-home wireless networking but connected devices may experience speeds slower than advertised or referenced in your Internet plan. Modem equipment must be returned upon termination, and if not, Windstream reserves the right to charge for the modem or a $100 fee. Installation/Activation: An Internet Activation fee may apply. Professional Installation may be covered under this fee. ©2026 Windstream Intellectual Property Services, LLC. All rights reserved. Kinetic and Windstream are registered service marks or trademarks of Windstream Intellectual Property Services, LLC. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.