Which is better, Ziply or Castle Cable TV?

Ziply is faster and available to more people. They do not serve the same areas, so you will not usually choose between them.

FasterZiplyTop speed 10,000 Mbps vs 1,000 Mbps.

Cheaper to startToo close to callWe do not list plans for both yet.

Better ratedToo close to callToo few reviews to compare yet (71 and 0).

Available to more peopleZiply3.8 million people in 5 states, vs 4,104 in 1 state.

Ziply
Price: $35.00 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 10,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber, fixed wireless, and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (72)
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Castle Cable TV
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Ziply vs. Castle Cable TV at a glance

Measure	Ziply	Castle Cable TV
Available to	3.8 million people in 5 states	4,104 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fiber 79%, fixed wireless 28%, DSL 8.3%	Fiber 100%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	10,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	100 Mbps down, 100 Mbps up	Not listed
Starting price	$35 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$840 (100 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	3.9 of 5 (71 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	4.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	3.4 of 5	No reviews yet

Coverage and top speeds: FCC filings; plans and prices: our pricing table; ratings: verified customer reviews on ISP Reports. Check your address for what is offered at your home.

Where Ziply and Castle Cable TV are available

Ziply and Castle Cable TV have distinct coverage footprints across the United States. Our interactive map shows exactly where each provider offers service and where they overlap, helping you understand your options.

Ziply currently offers internet service in 712 cities and 74 counties across 5 states, reaching approximately 3,854,165 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; and Spokane, WA. By comparison, Castle Cable TV serves 4,104 residents in 11 cities and 2 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Alexandria Bay, NY; Redwood, NY; and Plessis, NY.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Ziply coverage map and Castle Cable TV coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Ziply, Castle Cable TV or both are offered at your home.

Ziply vs. Castle Cable TV Speeds and Technology

Ziply and Castle Cable TV utilize different network technologies to deliver internet service, resulting in varying speed capabilities across their service areas.

In terms of potential speeds across the country, Ziply offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 4,361 Mbps compared to Castle Cable TV’s average speed of 1,000 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Ziply’s premium Fiber service reaches 78.1% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Castle Cable TV’s top-tier Fiber is available to 100.0% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Ziply vs. Castle Cable TV Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for Ziply, drawn from our independently maintained pricing database. The source and verification date for each provider's plans are noted beneath the table. Unfortunately, Castle Cable TV has not complied with FCC requirements to provide their broadband label data, limiting transparency and the ability for consumers to make direct comparisons.

If you represent Castle Cable TV, getting listed is simple: publish your machine-readable broadband label file, or send your current plan lineup through our contact page, and your plans will appear here shortly after verification.

Most households with 3-5 users need download speeds of at least 100 Mbps for smooth streaming, video conferencing, and everyday internet usage. Larger households or those with heavy users (gamers, 4K streamers, or remote workers) should consider plans with speeds of 300 Mbps or more for optimal performance.

Any prices listed are the base service rates and may not include additional charges such as equipment fees, installation costs, or other service-related expenses. For a comprehensive view of all potential charges, refer to our Fees & Details section below.

Ziply vs. Castle Cable TV Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Ziply and Castle Cable TV based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

Fees vary by plan and location. The fees shown apply to most plans; check with the provider for costs specific to your plan.

When comparing internet providers, remember that advertised prices rarely tell the complete story. Equipment fees alone can add $10-15 per month to your bill, while installation charges, early termination fees, and data overage penalties can significantly increase your total cost of service. Consider these additional costs alongside monthly rates when determining which provider offers the better value for your specific needs.

Ziply vs. Castle Cable TV Pros and Cons

Ziply

From 50 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Fast speeds: praised in 21 of 50 written reviews. "fast internet service, including high upload bandwidth if needed"
• Good value: praised in 21 of 50 written reviews. "a bit more affordable for us"
• Reliable connection: praised in 19 of 50 written reviews (5 report outages). "Overall, it seems generally reliable"

Cons

• Bills that go up: a complaint in 8 of 50 written reviews. "immediately raises the bill and you can't do anything but leave"
• Equipment problems: a complaint in 5 of 50 written reviews. "I was not able to use the router that I already had"
• Weak or patchy service: a complaint in 4 of 50 written reviews. "when the fog rolls in or the rain comes the service gets slowed down"

Castle Cable TV

No written reviews yet; these lines come from our data.

Pros

Cons

Ziply vs. Castle Cable TV Top Cities

Ziply serves 712 cities while Castle Cable TV is available in 11 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.