Ebox vs Cogeco at a glance
In one sentence: Ebox costs approximately $40–60 less per month than Cogeco for comparable internet speeds, has no contract, and includes equipment free — but Cogeco offers wider national coverage and bundled TV and mobile services.
| Feature | Ebox | Cogeco | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price (500 Mbps) | ~$55/mo | ~$80/mo | Ebox |
| Monthly price (1 Gbps) | ~$65/mo | ~$95/mo | Ebox |
| Contract | No contract | Contract for best pricing | Ebox |
| Equipment | Included free | Rental fees apply | Ebox |
| Max speed | Up to 1 Gbps | Up to 1 Gbps | Varies |
| Cancellation fee | $0 | Early termination fees | Ebox |
| Network | Cable | Cable (DOCSIS) | Varies |
| New customer saving | Up to $25 with OR181 | No public referral code | Ebox |
Prices approximate as of . Check each provider's website for current plans at your address.
Pricing — Ebox is $25–40 cheaper every month
Cogeco's internet plans typically cost $85–100/month for 500 Mbps in Ontario and Quebec. Ebox offers the same speeds for ~$55/month — a saving of $30–45/month. Over a year that's $360–540 back in your pocket.
Contracts — Ebox has none
Cogeco promotional pricing is typically tied to a 24-month term. The low introductory rate you see advertised usually expires after 12–24 months, after which your bill increases significantly. Early cancellation fees can reach $360 or more.
Ebox operates purely month-to-month. There are no contracts, no promotional periods that expire, and no cancellation fees. The price you see is the price you pay indefinitely — or you leave anytime with zero penalty.
Speed and reliability
Both Ebox and Cogeco use cable network infrastructure (DOCSIS 3.1) in many service areas, delivering equivalent real-world speeds. For the typical household — streaming 4K, video calls, gaming — both providers perform identically at 500 Mbps.
Cogeco offers higher top-tier plans up to 2.5 Gbps in select markets via its XB8 gateway. Ebox tops out at 1 Gbps. Unless you're running a home server or regularly transferring terabytes of data, this difference is irrelevant for everyday use.
Reliability is comparable. Cogeco and Ebox offer comparable reliability for most households.
Coverage — the most important difference
Ebox’s referral code OR181 gives new customers $25 off their first month on any plan — no contract, equipment included free.
Who should choose Ebox vs Cogeco?
Choose Ebox if you..
- Want to save $40–60 per month
- Won't sign a 24-month contract
- Want equipment included free
- Don't need TV or mobile bundled
- Prefer self-serve setup
- Want the $25
Choose Cogeco if you..
- Need speeds above 1 Gbps
- Want TV, mobile, and internet on one bill
- Require 24/7 in-person support
- Are outside Ebox's service area