Is Cox or Verizon faster?

Based on 574 verified speed tests, Cox is faster overall. Cox averages 338 Mbps download, Verizon averages 184 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between Cox and Verizon?

The average download speed difference is 154 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 13 Mbps. Ping difference is 13 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 574 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Cox

Cox

WINNER

Download Wins

338 Mbps

Upload

83 Mbps

Ping Wins

27 ms

Based on 231 measurements · Full Cox stats →

Verizon

Download

184 Mbps

Upload Wins

96 Mbps

Ping

40 ms

Based on 343 measurements · Full Verizon stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

154 Mbps

Cox is faster

Upload difference

13 Mbps

Verizon is faster

Ping difference

13 ms

Cox has lower latency

By Country

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

United States Cox wins

Cox 341 Mbps (229 tests)

Verizon 185 Mbps (341 tests)

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How Cox Compares to Verizon

Based on 574 verified speed tests from Cox and Verizon customers, Cox delivers faster average speeds.

Cox averages 338 Mbps download with 83 Mbps upload and 27 ms ping. Verizon averages 184 Mbps download with 96 Mbps upload and 40 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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