How can I avoid the Bell internet price increase?

Three options: (1) Call Bell retentions at 310-2355 and negotiate a loyalty rate — may get $10–$20 off temporarily. (2) Switch to Ebox — delivers 500 Mbps for ~$55/month vs Bell's ~$105/month. New customers save $25 with code OR181. (3) Accept the increase and overpay.

Is Ebox as fast as Bell Fibe?

For most households, yes. Bell Fibe uses fibre-to-the-home infrastructure with symmetric upload speeds. Ebox uses cable (Rogers or Videotron network) with asymmetric speeds. For typical household use — streaming, video calls, gaming — the practical difference is negligible. Ebox 500 Mbps delivers 450–500 Mbps down at ~$55/month vs Bell's ~$105/month for comparable speed.

How much does Bell charge for internet in 2026?

Bell Fibe 500 Mbps costs approximately $90–$105/month plus $15/month equipment rental = ~$105–$120/month total after the 2-year promo expires. Ebox 500 Mbps is ~$55/month with equipment included — saving ~$50–$65/month.

Will Bell waive the price increase if I threaten to cancel?

Often partially. Bell retentions (310-2355) can offer $10–$20/month off for 12–24 months on a new contract. However, even with a loyalty discount Bell typically costs $30–$40 more per month than Ebox. After the loyalty period ends, prices revert.

How do I switch from Bell to Ebox?

Sign up at ebox.ca with code OR181 (save $25), wait for modem delivery (3–5 days), confirm Ebox works, then call Bell at 310-2355 to cancel. Return Bell equipment within 30 days. See the full switching guide at eboxcode.ca/switch-internet-provider-canada/

Bell Fibe 2026 · Price hike · Your options

Bell Raised Your Internet Bill — Here's How to Cut It in Half

Q: Why did Bell raise internet prices in 2026?

Bell cites infrastructure investment and inflation for annual price increases. Customers on 2-year Fibe promotional contracts see the biggest shock when their term expires — the promo rate ends and the price increases $15–$30/month automatically.

Q: Is there a cancellation fee to leave Bell?

If you're within a 2-year promotional contract, Bell charges approximately $15/month remaining. If your promo has expired, you're month-to-month and can cancel with no fee. The $25 saving with Ebox code OR181 covers cancellation fees for anyone with up to 8 months remaining.

By Marc · Updated June 4, 2026 · Verified Ebox customer

Bell internet prices went up again in 2026. If your bill just increased — especially after a 2-year promo expired — you have options, including a provider that delivers equivalent speeds at roughly half the monthly cost.

The situation

Bell raises internet prices annually and when 2-year promotional contracts expire. Customers on Bell Fibe 500 now pay ~$105–$120/month all-in after their promo ends. The same internet performance is available through Ebox for ~$55/month — no contract, equipment included.

The fix — code OR181

Switch to Ebox and save up to $25 at signup — $25 off your first month. Then save ~$50–$65/month every month after. Year-one total: ~$725–$905 saved.

Bell vs Ebox — price comparison 2026

Speed	Bell Fibe 2026 (all-in)	Ebox equivalent	Monthly saving	Year 1 saving (+ OR181)
150 Mbps	~$85/mo	~$40/mo	$45/mo	~$665
300 Mbps	~$95/mo	~$50/mo	$45/mo	~$665
500 Mbps	~$105/mo	~$55/mo	$50/mo	~$725
1 Gbps	~$130/mo	~$80/mo	$50/mo	~$725

Bell "all-in" = plan + $15/mo equipment rental. Ebox equipment included free. Year 1 includes one-time $25 with code OR181.

Your 3 options when Bell raises prices

📞 Option 1 — Call Bell and negotiate

Call Bell retentions at 310-2355, say you're considering switching, ask for a loyalty rate. You may get $10–$20/month off for 12–24 months. Downside: temporary discount, then prices reset; Bell still costs $30–$40 more than Ebox even with the discount.

⭐ Option 2 — Switch to Ebox (recommended)

~$55/month for 500 Mbps, no contract, equipment included. New customers save $25 with code OR181. Self-install in 20 minutes. Zero downtime if you follow the overlap method.

😮‍💨 Option 3 — Accept the increase

Pay the higher bill each month. Not recommended — you're paying ~$50/month more than necessary for comparable performance.

Is Ebox as good as Bell Fibe?

For most households: yes. Here's an honest comparison:

Download speeds: Both deliver advertised speeds reliably. Ebox 500 Mbps = Bell Fibe 500 Mbps for all practical purposes.
Upload speeds: Bell Fibe has higher upload (~500 Mbps symmetric on some plans). Ebox upload is ~20–30 Mbps. Only matters if you frequently upload large files or stream live video.
Contract: Bell requires 2 years for promo pricing. Ebox is month-to-month — cancel anytime.
Equipment: Bell charges $15/month to rent modem. Ebox includes modem and router free.
Network: Bell Fibe uses their own fibre-to-the-home. Ebox uses Rogers/Videotron cable. For typical household use — streaming, Zoom, gaming — cable and fibre are indistinguishable.
💰 Internet Savings Calculator

See the full Ebox vs Bell comparison for more detail.

How to switch from Bell to Ebox in 5 steps

Sign up at ebox.ca, confirm your address, enter code OR181 → save $25
Receive modem in 3–5 days → self-install in 20 min → confirm Ebox works
Call Bell at 310-2355 to cancel → decline loyalty offer → get confirmation
Return Bell modem via UPS with their prepaid label within 30 days
Done — enjoy ~$50/month more in your pocket

Done with Bell price increases? Save $25 today.

OR181

Frequently asked questions — Bell price increase 2026

Why did Bell raise internet prices in 2026? +

Bell cites infrastructure investment and inflation. Most customers see the biggest increase when their 2-year promotional contract expires — the promo rate ends and prices jump $15–$30/month automatically.

What is the cheapest alternative to Bell internet? +

Ebox. ~$55/month for 500 Mbps with equipment included, no contract, and new customers save $25 with code OR181 (

Is there a cancellation fee to leave Bell internet? +

Only if within a 2-year promo contract — approximately $15/month remaining. If your promo expired, you're month-to-month — cancel free. The $25 Ebox saving with OR181 covers Bell cancellation fees for anyone with up to 8 months left.

Is Ebox as reliable as Bell Fibe? +

For typical household use — streaming, video calls, working from home — yes. Bell Fibe offers higher upload speeds (symmetric on some plans). Ebox's cable infrastructure delivers equivalent download speeds at ~half the monthly cost.

How much can I save switching from Bell to Ebox? +

~$50/month = $600/year on the 500 Mbps comparison. Plus the one-time $25 saving with code OR181. Total year-one saving: approximately $725.