spectrum

join:2011-01-14 spectrum Member [BC] Vancouver Cable internet provider comparison



Downlink Uplink Traffic Price Shaw: High-Speed Lite 1Mbps 256Kbps 15GB $35 Teksavvy: Basic 1Mbps 256Kbps unlim $22 Shaw: High-Speed 7.5Mbps 512Kbps 60GB $47 Teksavvy: High-Speed 7.5Mbps 512Kbps 200GB $30 Teksavvy: High-Speed Elite 7.5Mbps 512Kbps unlim $40 Shaw: High-Speed Extreme 15Mbps 1Mbps 100GB $57 Teksavvy: Pro 15Mbps 1Mbps 200GB $37 Teksavvy: Pro Elite 15Mbps 1Mbps unlim $55 Shaw: High-Speed Warp 50Mbps 3Mbps 175GB $107 TekSavvy: Ultra 25Mbps 2Mbps 500GB $87

The Shaw packages were the basic unbundled packages, after any 'promotional' period prices.



Pretty remarkable differences in terms of traffic caps at any rate. So I've noticed that the TekSavvy site is now displaying cable internet packages for the Greater Vancouver area, so I decided to compare them between shaw, and here's the comparison:The Shaw packages were the basic unbundled packages, after any 'promotional' period prices.Pretty remarkable differences in terms of traffic caps at any rate.



Graeme

@96.53.70.x Graeme Anon Alternatives are always good. Even though there are other fees to take into account (activation, modem purchase, account changes, troubleshooting, etc.), the month-to-month rates are very good.



I only wish this were available in my area. I entered my postal code, but no luck. I guess I'll have to keep shopping for alternatives.



ShawH8R

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said by spectrum: So I've noticed that the TekSavvy site is now displaying cable internet packages for the Greater Vancouver area...



Got a URL? (Please...??) Where are you seeing this? I can't get to any page that shows cable as an option. (I did eventually find the "Province" button in the upper-right corner, so I'm now looking at BC.)Got a URL? (Please...??)

spectrum

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»new.teksavvy.com/en/res- ··· rnet.asp



^^ The "new." was added somehow, I guess I was redirected, but I'm not sure how that happened. Hm, after going back and trying to get to the same page i wasn't able to, so I backed into my internet history and found the url:^^ The "new." was added somehow, I guess I was redirected, but I'm not sure how that happened.

AJ102

join:2005-03-22

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I heard that TekSavvy was starting to offer cable internet service in Vancouver. This is great news! Thanks for the link to the actual page. I checked my postal code, and it's available. The big downside is that it will cost about $125 for the modem and activation. I hope there won't be any technical problems since I'm on Shaw cable now, but there's also a $100+ fee for a site visit if there are any problems.

crimsona

join:2011-01-13

Vancouver, BC crimsona Member Thanks for the headsup on checking your province. It's really small in the far top right corner.



West side of Vancouver (Granville and King Ed), available. Gives me options when my terms are up



ShawH8R

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Good news! I clicked on 25 Mbps, and I see that it's available in my area, too (just SW of Edmonds Station).



Nice find, spectrum!



(Just FYI: by my calcs, 15 Mbps down, 24/7, for a month, is about 4750 GB.)

classical

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Do you have to buy the modem from TekSavvy? Can't your current Shaw modem be reprovisioned to TekSavvy?



BTW, I figure there's at least one possible caveat to signing up with an alternative provider that uses Shaw's backbone: if you ever encounter a connection problem that you and the alternative provider can't solve, it gets passed to Shaw and a time-consuming dance begins between Shaw and the alternative provider during which nothing seems to get done and blame gets tossed back and forth. That's based on my one experience with 3Web a few years ago, when my connection was down for over a week. As always, YMMV.



ShawH8R

@ch2m.com ShawH8R Anon said by classical: Do you have to buy the modem from TekSavvy? Can't your current Shaw modem be reprovisioned to TekSavvy?



I guess there's no use speculating; I'm sure it's easy to just contact TekSavvy and find out! I was wondering (almost) the same thing. TekSavvy lists the Motorola SurfBoard SB5102 (DOCSIS 2.0) or the SB6210 (DOCSIS 3.0) as acceptable modems. These are also available from Shaw -- or, better yet, craigslist. So presumably if one had an SB5102, TekSavvy could use it? The reduction of the install fee by $20 for buying the modem from TekSavvy seems to imply that the customer could supply a modem and forgo the discount...I guess there's no use speculating; I'm sure it's easy to just contact TekSavvy and find out!

ShawH8R ShawH8R Anon Replying to my own post:



I just spoke to TekSavvy's tech support, and they confirmed that you're able to use your own modem, sourced from elsewhere. As long as it's on the list of modems shown on their webpage for your location, apparently you're good to go.



bbbc

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Yes, you can BYOD / Bring Your Own Device, but it better not be a non-returned / leased modem from Shaw. TekSavvy's modems are non-refundable, but you're not on a term / contract. In addition, buy the modem from TSI and they take a bit off of your activation. The installation includes a new coax run and jack where you want the cable modem. This is not up to the installer.



I thought about looking for a modem on craigslist, but you're not going to find a used SB6120 floating out there.

AJ102

join:2005-03-22

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Are there any legit alternative sources for cable modems? There are lots of cheap DSL modems available for retail purchase in Canada, but I haven't seen any cable modems. It would probably not be a good idea to buy on Craigslist given that most (or maybe all) of the modems out there are leased from Shaw.



ShawH8R

@ch2m.com ShawH8R Anon said by AJ102: Are there any legit alternative sources for cable modems? [...] It would probably not be a good idea to buy on Craigslist given that most (or maybe all) of the modems out there are leased from Shaw.





I think the previous poster is right, though: a quick check shows no SB6120s available on craigslist. But I'm guessing you won't need a 6120 unless you're looking at 25 Mbps service. A 5102 should be fine for 15 Mbps. I call FUD. It is possible to buy the modem outright (as I did), sell it on craigslist (as I did), or buy one on craigslist (as I did), and register and use it on Shaw (as I did). To say "most (or maybe all) of the modems out there are leased from Shaw" is not true.I think the previous poster is right, though: a quick check shows no SB6120s available on craigslist. But I'm guessing you won't need a 6120 unless you're looking at 25 Mbps service. A 5102 should be fine for 15 Mbps.



bbbc

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I take this stance, if you want to buy a used cable modem to save money, you are probably the type that goes for the promotions the duopolies offer that usually lock you into a term / contract. I was thinking used, but when I saw that TekSavvy discounts the installation / activation, running around (burning gas) trying to buy a used modem isn't worth it. TekSavvy's modem prices aren't much more than buying the devices from other sources.



On another note, why buy the slower modem when the SB6120 is $24 more and is DOCSIS 3.0.



Merin

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»www.novusnow.ca/services ··· rnet.php



20 Mbps

# Download Speed: 20 Mbps

# Upload Speed: 10 Mbps

# Data Transfer: 125 GB

*Bundled price, Standalone price $37.50

32.50



40 Mbps

# Download Speed: 40 Mbps

# Upload Speed: 10 Mbps

# Data Transfer: 250 GB

*Bundled price, Standalone price $89.95

82.95 /mth*



100 Mbps

# Download Speed: 100 Mbps

# Upload Speed: 10 Mbps

# Data Transfer: 500 GB

*Bundled price, Standalone price $155.00

146.00



200 Mbps

# Download Speed: 200 Mbps

# Upload Speed: 10 Mbps

# Data Transfer: 750 GB

*Bundled price, Standalone price $279.95

**Subject to audit of building wiring Don't forget novus20 Mbps# Download Speed: 20 Mbps# Upload Speed: 10 Mbps# Data Transfer: 125 GB*Bundled price, Standalone price $37.5032.5040 Mbps# Download Speed: 40 Mbps# Upload Speed: 10 Mbps# Data Transfer: 250 GB*Bundled price, Standalone price $89.9582.95 /mth*100 Mbps# Download Speed: 100 Mbps# Upload Speed: 10 Mbps# Data Transfer: 500 GB*Bundled price, Standalone price $155.00146.00200 Mbps# Download Speed: 200 Mbps# Upload Speed: 10 Mbps# Data Transfer: 750 GB*Bundled price, Standalone price $279.95**Subject to audit of building wiring



bbbc

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Well, if you want to be anal, Novus is only available in a limited area, primarily Concord Pacific buildings, and its fibre, not an offering through a cable modem.



Merin

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I thott it was fiber to the node and then run threw preexisting coaxial cables. Either way still better value then usage limits to price then shaw IMO.



ShawH8R

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said by bbbc: I take this stance, if you want to buy a used cable modem to save money, you are probably the type that goes for the promotions the duopolies offer that usually lock you into a term / contract. I was thinking used, but when I saw that TekSavvy discounts the installation / activation, running around (burning gas) trying to buy a used modem isn't worth it. TekSavvy's modem prices aren't much more than buying the devices from other sources.



On another note, why buy the slower modem when the SB6120 is $24 more and is DOCSIS 3.0.





If I go with TekSavvy and for some reason it sucks (unlikely, from what I've read), then with a cheap modem I won't feel as much like I'm throwing good money after bad.



Having said that, TekSavvy's deals seem just fine. I think a switch is imminent. Your point is taken. Can't disagree, exactly, but I did pick up a 5102 for less than $10, and it was less than a 10 minutes from my place.If I go with TekSavvy and for some reason it sucks (unlikely, from what I've read), then with a cheap modem I won't feel as much like I'm throwing good money after bad.Having said that, TekSavvy's deals seem just fine. I think a switch is imminent.



theanononato

@shawcable.net theanononato Anon Hey guys just as a warning. Just noticed that they have some pretty hefty charges. $99 for service calls. $25 to adjust speed or service. Worth it if you need the bandwidth, but at least Shaw doesn't nickle and dime me.

alishawkat

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We need some more comparisons.

meraki

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said by theanononato : Hey guys just as a warning. Just noticed that they have some pretty hefty charges. $99 for service calls. $25 to adjust speed or service. Worth it if you need the bandwidth, but at least Shaw doesn't nickle and dime me.





Shaw switching to UBB is the exact definition of nickel and diming you.



The difference between Teksavvy's service charges and Shaw's usage charges is that Teksavvy is performing a service for you. Shaw's charging you extra just for the hell of it. I see nothing wrong with the service fees. I've never had to change my connection speed in my entire time with Shaw. Neither have I required a tech to be sent out.Shaw switching to UBB is the exact definition of nickel and diming you.The difference between Teksavvy's service charges and Shaw's usage charges is that Teksavvy is performing a service for you. Shaw's charging you extra just for the hell of it.



pcguy

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I can't believe this is actually happening. Teksavvy announced caps to drop from 200GB to 25GB in Ontario: »



»teksavvy.com/en/faq-ubb_on.asp From a twitter post by jmk1ng:I can't believe this is actually happening. Teksavvy announced caps to drop from 200GB to 25GB in Ontario: » /r0/do ··· Mbps.pdf