Is Cox or Verizon faster?

Based on 752 verified speed tests, Cox is faster overall. Cox averages 337 Mbps download, Verizon averages 175 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between Cox and Verizon?

The average download speed difference is 162 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 7 Mbps. Ping difference is 14 ms.

Should I choose Cox or Verizon?

It depends on your use case. Cox 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 Verizon

Full speed comparison based on 752 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Cox

Cox

WINNER

Download Wins

337 Mbps

Upload

80 Mbps

Ping Wins

28 ms

Based on 275 measurements · Full Cox stats →

Verizon

Download

175 Mbps

Upload Wins

87 Mbps

Ping

42 ms

Based on 477 measurements · Full Verizon stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

162 Mbps

Cox is faster

Upload difference

7 Mbps

Verizon is faster

Ping difference

14 ms

Cox has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Cox wins

Cox 339 Mbps (273 tests)

Verizon 175 Mbps (475 tests)

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How Cox Compares to Verizon

Based on 752 verified speed tests from Cox and Verizon customers, Cox delivers faster average speeds.

Cox averages 337 Mbps download with 80 Mbps upload and 28 ms ping. Verizon averages 175 Mbps download with 87 Mbps upload and 42 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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