Ebox vs Shaw (now Rogers) at a glance
In one sentence: Ebox costs approximately $40–60 less per month than Rogers for comparable internet speeds, has no contract, and includes equipment free — but Rogers offers wider national coverage and bundled TV and mobile services.
| Feature | Ebox | Rogers | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price (500 Mbps) | ~$55/mo | ~$75–90/mo | Ebox |
| Monthly price (1 Gbps) | ~$65/mo | ~$90–110/mo | Ebox |
| Contract | No contract | 24-month promo terms | Ebox |
| Equipment | Included free | Rental ~$10–15/mo | Ebox |
| Max speed | Up to 1 Gbps | Up to 1.5 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 $40–60 cheaper every month
Shaw (now operating as Rogers in BC after the 2023 merger) typically charges $75–90/month for 500 Mbps with promotional pricing that rises after 12–24 months. Ebox offers comparable speeds for ~$55/month with no contract and no price hikes.
Contracts — Ebox has none
Rogers 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 Rogers 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.
Rogers 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. Shaw and Ebox offer comparable reliability for most households.
What happened to Shaw?
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 Shaw?
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 Rogers 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