Ebox vs TekSavvy at a glance
In one sentence: Both Ebox and TekSavvy are no-contract ISPs running on wholesale access to Bell and Videotron networks — but Ebox includes a free modem/router and costs $5-15 less per month, giving it the edge for most households.
| Feature | Ebox | TekSavvy | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price (500 Mbps) | ~$55/mo | ~$65/mo | Ebox |
| Monthly price (1 Gbps) | ~$70/mo | ~$75/mo | Ebox |
| Contract required | No contract | No contract | Tie |
| Modem / router | Included free | Buy your own (~$120) | Ebox |
| New customer discount | $25 off with OR181 | No public referral code | Ebox |
| Cancellation fee | $0 | $0 | Tie |
| Quebec coverage | Strong (Videotron network) | Available | Ebox |
| Ontario coverage | Available (Bell network) | Strong (Bell + Rogers) | TekSavvy |
| Customer service | Chat / email | Phone, chat, email | TekSavvy |
| Brand established | 2015 | 2004 | TekSavvy |
Prices approximate as of . Check each provider's website for current plans at your address.
Pricing — Ebox is slightly cheaper
TekSavvy is a well-established Canadian ISP known for competitive no-contract pricing. Their 500 Mbps cable plan runs approximately $60–65/month in most Ontario and Quebec markets. Ebox offers similar speeds for ~$55/month — a savings of roughly $60–120 per year.
The bigger financial difference is the modem. TekSavvy requires you to purchase a compatible modem, which typically costs $100–150 upfront. Ebox includes a modem and Wi-Fi router with every plan at no extra charge. Over the first year, this makes Ebox $160–270 cheaper in total cost of ownership.
New Ebox customers can also use referral code OR181 at checkout on ebox.ca to save an additional $25 on their first month. TekSavvy does not have an equivalent public referral program.
Use Ebox referral code OR181 at checkout on ebox.ca for $25 off your first month. Free to use — no account needed. Full details at eboxcode.ca
Contracts — both are month-to-month
This is where Ebox and TekSavvy are most similar. Both operate on a month-to-month basis with no cancellation fees. You can leave either provider at any time without penalty.
This is the primary reason customers switch to either ISP from Bell or Videotron, which typically require 1–2 year contracts with early termination fees up to $400. With Ebox or TekSavvy, if you move or find a better deal, you simply cancel.
Speed and reliability
Both Ebox and TekSavvy are wholesale ISPs — they do not own physical infrastructure but instead purchase access to Bell, Videotron, and Rogers networks under CRTC wholesale rules. In practice, this means the physical cable or fibre that comes to your home is identical regardless of whether you use Ebox or TekSavvy.
Speeds are consistent with what's advertised. For the typical household — streaming, video calls, working from home — both providers perform identically on cable plans. TekSavvy offers slightly wider coverage in Ontario due to access to both Bell and Rogers networks. Ebox has a stronger footprint in Quebec on the Videotron cable network.
TekSavvy has a notably good reputation for customer service and proactive communication during outages — a reputation earned over 20 years. Ebox is newer (2015) but has no major service complaints in Quebec customer forums.
Who should choose Ebox vs TekSavvy?
Choose Ebox if you..
- Are in Quebec or eastern Ontario
- Want modem and router included free
- Want the lowest possible monthly cost
- Want $25 off with code OR181
- Are comfortable with self-serve setup
Choose TekSavvy if you..
- Already own a compatible modem
- Prefer phone customer support
- Are in western Ontario or BC
- Value a longer-established brand
Referral disclosure: OR181 is a personal referral code. You pay nothing extra.