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Tired of paying too much? Want to lower your Spectrum TV® cable bill but don’t know how? Check out the top ways to lower your Spectrum TV bill, which we’ve laid out for you in our blog.
Top Ways to Lower Your Spectrum Cable Bill
Let’s check out the ways that you can choose to lower your Spectrum cable bill:
1. Switch to a Low-Tier Plan
Perhaps the easiest way of lowering your Spectrum cable bill is by downgrading your plan. Instead of going for the top-tier cable TV plan or bundle, you can easily downgrade to the one that offers your desired channels and fits your budget.
For most Spectrum packages, you can pay extra for various add-on channels such as Sports View, Latino View, International tiers, etc. It saves you from the hassle of having unnecessary channels in the lineup, costing you extra. Below is a list of popular add-on tiers for Spectrum TV plans:
| Tiers & Premiums | Price | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Entertainment View | $15/mo | 70+ popular channels, including OWN, Cooking Channel, NFL Network, and more. |
| Sports View | $10/mo | 16+ additional sports channels, including NFL RedZone, MLB Strike Zone, Golf Channel, and ESPN College. |
| Latino View | $15/mo | 70+ Hispanic channels with the best programming from Mexico, Latin America, and Spain. |
| The Movie Channel | $5/mo | Exclusive access to hit movies, classic favorites, and original series. |
| International Tiers | Rates vary | Stay connected to your roots with TV programming from across the globe, featuring channels in Latino, Chinese, French, South Asian, and more. |
2. Stick to Streaming Instead
If your favorite TV shows and movies are mainly available on streaming services, then instead of going for a cable plan, stick with the internet-only one. Several streaming services, such as Netflix, Prime, etc., cost less than a regular TV plan, and offer great content variety too. You can subscribe to one or multiple streaming services, depending on your needs, alongside an internet-only plan from Spectrum to lower your cable bill.
3. Bundle Your Services
If you’re using cable-only service from Spectrum, then consider bundling it with Spectrum Internet. It’s convenient instead of paying separate bills from different providers. If you’re buying TV, internet, and phone services separately, bundle and buy them from Spectrum to earn additional discounts on your final price. Here are the popular Spectrum Packages that you can consider:
| Internet Premier + TV Select Signature | Internet Gig + TV Select Signature | Internet Gig + TV Select Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Speeds up to 500 Mbps | Speeds up to 1 Gbps | Speeds up to 1 Gbps |
| 150+ TV channels with FREE HD | 150+ TV channels with FREE HD | 160+ TV channels with FREE HD |
| Includes Disney+ Basic (with Ads), HBO Max Basic with Ads, Paramount+ Essential and ViX Premium with Ads | Includes Disney+ Basic (with Ads), HBO Max Basic with Ads, Paramount+ Essential and ViX Premium with Ads | Includes Disney+ Basic (with Ads), HBO Max Basic with Ads, ESPN+, Paramount+ Essential and ViX Premium with Ads |
| Order Now | Order Now | Order Now |
4. Negotiating with the Provider
When you’re bundling your services, you can easily use this chance to negotiate with Spectrum. Since you’re switching from another provider, you can request customer services to give you an additional discount. There’s no harm in asking for one, and if the representative approves, it’ll lower your bill for the entire package.
In addition, you can also compare pricing and packages from other providers in your area. Doing so gives you an idea of the current prices, and you can request Spectrum to lower your cost in return for your subscription.
5. Declutter Unused Services
From DVR to additional channels, if you’ve subscribed to services that you rarely use, unsubscribe from them now. If you already have Spectrum Internet, you can stream your favorite TV shows and movies online without having to store them on a DVR. As for the add-on tiers, you can subscribe to them before the season, i.e., Sports View for when the NFL is nearing.
6. Look Out For Deals and Promos
If you still want to keep your current plan, you can keep an eye on ongoing and upcoming promos. Like all providers, Spectrum offers seasonal deals and promos that you can subscribe to lower your cable bill. This can be related to a plan upgrade (upgrade your plan at a lowered price) or seasonal promo (get 10% off on Sports View for NFL 2026).
7. Choose Another Provider
If you’ve compared plans with other providers and have found out that their pricing or features are more favorable than Spectrum’s, then consider switching to them. You can do it for the cable or the entire bundle to save on your bill. Again, when you’re switching and informing Spectrum to cancel your services, you can negotiate before making the final call (one last time). You can use the following ZIP code search to find providers near you:
Keep these tips handy if you’re looking to lower your Spectrum cable bill, and you’ll be able to save a few bucks for sure.
FAQs
How to change my Spectrum plan to lower my bill?
You can go online or reach out to Spectrum customer services to change your Spectrum plan as you like.
Why is my Spectrum cable bill so high?
Add-on tiers, DVR services, premium channels, etc., can add to your bill. Make sure you’re availing only the services that you’re using.
Can I get Spectrum cable only?
Yes, you can get Spectrum cable only; however, some of the features will only be available if you get Spectrum Internet alongside.
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