Look at both uplink and downlink speeds. Cable TV systems have fine downlink speed to the house, but uplink (needed for VTC) speeds are generally lower.

Astound is only available in the denser areas (Silver Spring, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, DC), not all the suburbs:

Link

https://broadbandmap.fcc.gov/provider-detail/fixed?version=jun2025&zoom=11.75&vlon=-77.120537&vlat=39.026787&providers=130079_10_on%2C130079_40_on&br=r&speed=0_0&pct_cvg=0

I have had Astound for a long time (RCN then Star-something now Astound) but it seems to have gotten worse since Astound took it over. Lots of drop outs in my service, although that could be my equipment I guess?

Verizon FIOS just went up to $45 for 100Mbps. what's the best MoCo internet service?

Is Astounding legit, and worthwhile?

AI says

Base Speed Starting Price (Standalone)

Astound Broadband (RCN) Cable/Fiber 155 Mbps $30/mo

Xfinity Cable 100 Mbps $30/mo

Verizon Fios Fiber 300 Mbps $50/mo

EarthLink Fiber Varies $40/mo

T-Mobile 5G Fixed Wireless $50/mo