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For typical household needs, both are adequate, but Xfinity wins for speed-intensive users."},{"question":"Can I get Spectrum or Xfinity without a contract?","answer":"Spectrum offers no-contract options, allowing month-to-month service. Xfinity typically requires 2-year contracts to qualify for promotional pricing, though some promotional periods may have shorter terms. Spectrum's flexibility is a significant advantage for those wanting to avoid long commitments."},{"question":"Which has better customer satisfaction?","answer":"Spectrum ranks higher in customer satisfaction with a JD Power score of 71/100 versus Xfinity's 68/100 (2025-2026 data). Spectrum customers report better experiences with billing clarity and customer service responsiveness."},{"question":"Are there data caps with either service?","answer":"Both services implement a 1.2 TB monthly data cap. Spectrum offers a path to unlimited data, while Xfinity charges $10 per 50GB overage. 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