Why getting a contract for bundling internet and phone often costs more

You might think bundling your internet, phone and television might be a good deal. So why doesn't Ziply Fiber offer bundles? In a word: simplicity.

The truth about bundling

Back when Americans relied on a landline and a cable connection to make calls and watch television programs, bundling phone and TV made sense. Then came the internet, which ran along coaxial cable lines or over the telephone line. So, it made sense to throw in internet service, too.

Then the internet evolved to become a central—often the central—form of communication in the modern home. Fiber internet revolutionized connectivity even more. Now, with internet flowing through thin glass strands at mega-fast speeds with ultra-high bandwidth, you don't need coaxial cable or DSL. And many people are finding that they don't need landlines or cable TV, either.

Why do bundles still exist?

Bundles sound like a good two- or three-for-one deal. You get one bill for multiple services. Often, you'll be sold on a bundle because the rates for each product are lower.

Here are some things to keep in mind, though:

Rates often start low but creep up after promotional periods are over, and prices will continue to increase. A $99 deal can turn into an $180 not-so-much-of-a-deal.
Bundles are often "bundled" with contracts. Once you have multiple services bundled, you'll often be locked into them for several years.
Promotional bundles can distract you from other fees in the fine print, like activation fees and equipment charges.

Bundles still might be ideal and economical for some people. But many people are asking themselves: Do I really need all these services?

With the rise of streaming, VoIP calls, social media and video games, people are finding that they just need an internet connection and a cell phone. This technological shift causes legacy telephone and cable companies to lean into bundles to keep business afloat.

Why Ziply Fiber doesn't offer bundles

Our fast, reliable fiber internet can better perform all the tasks formerly handled by coaxial cable, including WiFi calling, remote work, videochats, streaming and gaming.

As a telecommunications company, we do offer traditional phone lines. We could bundle those, but why would we? We believe the customer should be in control of their plans and bill. We don't want to sell you things that you don't want or need, and we don't want to lock you into a plan you can't easily get out of.

At Ziply Fiber, we don't offer bundles to residential customers at all, because:

We focus on providing dependable internet service and constantly improving our products, services and customer interactions. Our service speaks for itself.
We believe customers know what's best for their households and can make their own decisions without gimmicks.
We believe in transparent pricing and communication: no hidden costs, no data overage fees, no contracts that lock you in.

At the end of the day, it's about simplicity: simplicity of our products and services, and the simplicity that our customers deserve in a complicated and expensive world.

Learn more about our simple plans and check your address at ziplyfiber.com.