250 Mbps

$50/MO*

UP TO 250 MBPS

The GIG

$80/MO*

UP TO 1,000 MBPS

2 Gigs

$110/MO*

UP TO 2,000 MBPS

3 Gigs

$140/MO*

UP TO 3,000 MBPS

Broadband Facts

Cumberland Connect

250 Mbps

Fixed Broadband Consumer Disclosure

Monthly Price$50.00

Introductory RateNo

Additional Charges & Terms

  • Provider Monthly Fees
  • Wi-Fi Extender (optional)$5.00
  • Peace of Mind package (optional)$10.00
  • One-Time Fees at the Time of Purchase
  • CEMC Membership Fee (if applicable)$10.00
  • Government Taxes0.00

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Speeds Provided with Plan

  • Typical Download Speed250 Mbps
  • Typical Upload Speed250 Mbps
  • Typical Latency 15-35ms

Data Included with Monthly PriceUnlimited

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Broadband Facts

Cumberland Connect

1 GIG (1,000 Mbps)

Fixed Broadband Consumer Disclosure

Monthly Price$80.00

Introductory RateNo

Additional Charges & Terms

  • Provider Monthly Fees
  • Wi-Fi Extender (optional)$5.00
  • Peace of Mind package (optional)$10.00
  • One-Time Fees at the Time of Purchase
  • CEMC Membership Fee (if applicable)$10.00
  • Government Taxes0.00

Discounts & Bundles

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Speeds Provided with Plan

  • Typical Download Speed1,000
  • Typical Upload Speed1,000
  • Typical Latency 15-35ms

Data Included with Monthly PriceUnlimited

Network Management Policy

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Privacy Policy

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Subscriber Support

Broadband Facts

Cumberland Connect

2 GIG (2,000 Mbps)

Fixed Broadband Consumer Disclosure

Monthly Price$110.00

Introductory RateNo

Additional Charges & Terms

  • Provider Monthly Fees
  • Wi-Fi Extender (optional)$5.00
  • Peace of Mind package (included)$0.00
  • One-Time Fees at the Time of Purchase
  • CEMC Membership Fee (if applicable)$10.00
  • Government Taxes0.00

Discounts & Bundles

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Speeds Provided with Plan

  • Typical Download Speed2,000
  • Typical Upload Speed2,000
  • Typical Latency 15-35ms

Data Included with Monthly PriceUnlimited

Network Management Policy

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Privacy Policy

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Subscriber Support

Broadband Facts

Cumberland Connect

3 GIG (3,000 Mbps)

Fixed Broadband Consumer Disclosure

Monthly Price$140.00

Introductory RateNo

Additional Charges & Terms

  • Provider Monthly Fees
  • 1st Wi-Fi Extender (included)$0.00
  • Additional Wi-Fi Extender (optional)$5.00
  • Peace of Mind package (included)$0.00
  • One-Time Fees at the Time of Purchase
  • CEMC Membership Fee (if applicable)$10.00
  • Government Taxes0.00

Discounts & Bundles

Visit the link below for available billing discounts and pricing options when you bundle internet service with phone service.

Click here to learn more.

Speeds Provided with Plan

  • Typical Download Speed3,000
  • Typical Upload Speed3,000
  • Typical Latency 15-35ms

Data Included with Monthly PriceUnlimited

Network Management Policy

Review our policy here

Privacy Policy

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Subscriber Support

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How does fiber internet compare?

When it comes to internet service, the type of connection you have matters more than most people realize. Fiber is built differently than other internet delivery methods, and we're confident that you'll notice that difference every day. Take a look at how Cumberland Connect compares to other options available in our area.

How fiber internet from Cumberland Connect compares to cable, cellular/fixed wireless, satellite, and DSL internet


How fiber internet from Cumberland Connect compares to cable, cellular/fixed wireless, satellite, and DSL internet. Comparison of internet delivery technologies available in rural Tennessee, including 100% fiber, cable, fixed wireless, satellite, and DSL.

*Cumberland Connect fiber service is available to CEMC members throughout our service territory, with the exception of an area in Sumner County also served by NCTC, where Tennessee state law currently prohibits Cumberland Connect from providing broadband services.
Feature Best Choice Cumberland Connect 100% Fiber Internet Cable Internet Cellular / Fixed Wireless Satellite DSL
Connection Type 100% fiber directly to your home Fiber to area, coax cable to home Wireless signal from nearby tower Signal from satellite to dish Copper phone line
Download Speeds High speeds designed for modern households Fast, but can vary by network usage Varies by signal strength & congestion Moderate speeds with fluctuations Lower speeds overall
Upload Speeds Equal upload and download speeds Typically much slower than download Limited and inconsistent Limited and slower Very limited
Speed Consistency Consistent performance throughout the day Can slow during peak usage hours Varies by signal and demand Varies due to network load Varies by line condition and distance
Latency (Responsiveness) Low latency for smooth real-time use Moderate latency Variable latency High latency due to long signal travel Moderate latency
Peak Hour Performance Designed to maintain performance during busy hours May slow in high-traffic periods Often slows with network congestion Slows after priority data is used Limited speeds regardless of time
Weather Impact Not affected by weather conditions Minimal impact Can be affected by weather and interference Often affected by weather conditions Minimal impact
Throttling / Speed Reduction No throttling based on usage May occur during congestion Common after data limits are reached Common after priority data is used Uncommon, but speeds are already limited
Reliability / Stability Very stable, direct connection Generally stable, shared network Dependent on signal strength Can be inconsistent Dependent on line quality
Availability in Rural Areas Available to all eligible CEMC members* Limited in many rural locations Widely available Widely available Limited availability
Installation / Infrastructure Dedicated fiber line installed to your home Uses existing cable infrastructure Requires receiver and strong signal Requires satellite dish installation Uses existing phone lines
Best For Everything: streaming, gaming, remote work, and smart homes General household use Light use or backup connection Areas with limited internet options Basic browsing and email
Cumberland Connect 100% fiber internet available to CEMC members
Connection100% fiber directly to your home
Download speedsHigh speeds for modern households
Upload speedsEqual upload and download
ConsistencyConsistent all day long
LatencyLow — smooth for real-time use
Peak hoursDesigned to maintain full performance
Weather impactNone
ThrottlingNever throttled
ReliabilityVery stable, direct connection
Rural availabilityAll eligible CEMC members*
Best forEverything: streaming, gaming, remote work, smart homes

Compare to:

Cable Internet
ConnectionFiber to area, coax cable to home
Download speedsFast, but varies by network usage
Upload speedsTypically much slower than download
ConsistencyCan slow during peak hours
LatencyModerate
Peak hoursMay slow in high-traffic periods
Weather impactMinimal impact
ThrottlingMay occur during congestion
ReliabilityGenerally stable, shared network
Rural availabilityLimited in many rural locations
Best forGeneral household use
Cellular / Fixed Wireless
ConnectionWireless signal from nearby tower
Download speedsVaries by signal strength and congestion
Upload speedsLimited and inconsistent
ConsistencyVaries by signal and demand
LatencyVariable
Peak hoursOften slows with network congestion
Weather impactCan be affected by weather and interference
ThrottlingCommon after data limits are reached
ReliabilityDependent on signal strength
Rural availabilityWidely available
Best forLight use or backup connection
Satellite Internet
ConnectionSignal from satellite to dish
Download speedsModerate, with fluctuations
Upload speedsLimited and slower
ConsistencyVaries due to network load
LatencyHigh — long signal travel distance
Peak hoursSlows after priority data is used
Weather impactOften affected by weather
ThrottlingCommon after priority data is used
ReliabilityCan be inconsistent
Rural availabilityWidely available
Best forAreas with limited internet options
DSL Internet
ConnectionCopper phone line
Download speedsLower speeds overall
Upload speedsVery limited
ConsistencyVaries by line condition and distance
LatencyModerate
Peak hoursLimited speeds regardless of time
Weather impactMinimal impact
ThrottlingUncommon, but speeds are already limited
ReliabilityDependent on line quality
Rural availabilityLimited availability
Best forBasic browsing and email

*Cumberland Connect fiber service is available to CEMC members throughout our service territory, with the exception of areas also served by NCTC, where Tennessee state law currently prohibits Cumberland Connect from providing broadband services.

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