Is Cox or Optimum faster?

Based on 376 verified speed tests, Optimum is faster overall. Cox averages 346 Mbps download, Optimum averages 382 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between Cox and Optimum?

The average download speed difference is 36 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 19 Mbps. Ping difference is 6 ms.

Should I choose Cox or Optimum?

It depends on your use case. Optimum offers faster average speeds, but actual performance varies by location and plan. Test your current connection and compare to both averages before switching.

Cox vs Optimum

Full speed comparison based on 376 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Optimum

Cox

Download

346 Mbps

Upload

82 Mbps

Ping Wins

28 ms

Based on 255 measurements · Full Cox stats →

Optimum

WINNER

Download Wins

382 Mbps

Upload Wins

101 Mbps

Ping

34 ms

Based on 121 measurements · Full Optimum stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

36 Mbps

Optimum is faster

Upload difference

19 Mbps

Optimum is faster

Ping difference

6 ms

Cox has lower latency

By Country

Head-to-head comparison where both ISPs have user data.

United States Optimum wins

Cox 348 Mbps (253 tests)

Optimum 382 Mbps (121 tests)

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How Cox Compares to Optimum

Based on 376 verified speed tests from Cox and Optimum customers, Optimum delivers faster average speeds.

Cox averages 346 Mbps download with 82 Mbps upload and 28 ms ping. Optimum averages 382 Mbps download with 101 Mbps upload and 34 ms ping.

Averages tell only part of the story — actual speeds vary by your specific plan, location, time of day, and whether you use Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Run a speed test on your current connection to see how it compares to both averages before making a switching decision.

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