Spectrum Steps on the Gas, Becoming Nation’s Fastest-Growing WiFi 7 Provider

By Danny Bowman, Executive Vice President, Product

Imagine you are a gamer deeply immersed in an intense online multiplayer battle. Every millisecond counts as you navigate complex terrains and engage with opponents from around the globe. Fortunately, you are a Spectrum Internet customer with Spectrum’s new Advanced WiFi 7 router.

The blazing-fast speeds and lag-free connection provided by Spectrum’s Advanced WiFi 7 router have given you a competitive edge like never before, complete with seamless, stable, and high-performance gameplay, making every gaming session a thrilling and uninterrupted adventure.

In the ever-evolving landscape of internet connectivity, Spectrum is leading the charge, setting a new benchmark for speed, reliability, and innovation. With Spectrum’s Advanced WiFi 7 router technology, whether it’s online gaming or video calls that enable remote work from your home office, your world has been transformed.

Unmatched WiFi 7 Growth

Spectrum tripled deployment of its WiFi 7-enabled routers in the first quarter of 2025 and, based on analysis of Ookla speed test data, is the nation’s fastest growing WiFi 7 provider.^*

Our rapid growth in WiFi 7 router deployment is a testament to our relentless pursuit of innovation and customer satisfaction. We are at the forefront, providing our customers with unmatched speed, reliability, and cutting-edge technology that continues to meet their growing needs.

In fact, Spectrum customers with WiFi 7 are experiencing speeds 86% faster than WiFi 6 (826 vs. 443 Mbps).^* Furthermore, our rapid deployment means more Spectrum customers are experiencing the lower latency and greater capacity that comes with the latest generation of WiFi technology.

Form and Function Come Together

In November 2024, Spectrum became the first major broadband service provider to launch a WiFi 7 technology solution exclusively designed and developed for both its residential and business customers. Since then, our in-house designed Advanced WiFi 7 router has received the prestigious Red Dot award, recognizing consumer products that demonstrate outstanding design quality.

The device joins Spectrum’s WiFi 6 residential router and the Spectrum Community Solutions WiFi 6E router in receiving this distinction and is the sixth overall Red Dot design award given to a Spectrum product.

A Custom Fit for Spectrum Customers

As with Spectrum’s Advanced WiFi 6E router that launched in 2023, WiFi 7 utilizes the 6 GHz band to enable high-bandwidth, next-generation applications that require faster data throughput and lower-latency connectivity. America is leading the way in wireless with the full 6 GHz band designated to WiFi and we are putting it to work for our customers. Designed to deliver an exceptional experience specifically tailored to Spectrum Internet and Mobile customers, the Advanced WiFi 7 router delivers industry-leading technology and features, including:

• Integrated Cloud-Based Security (Security Shield): Defends customers and their devices from online threats with enhanced network security at no additional cost.
• Speed Boost: Delivers seamless, secure, and fast connectivity with speeds up to 1 Gbps for Spectrum Mobile devices.
• Spectrum Mobile Wireless Network: A dedicated WiFi network for visitors that automatically connects their Spectrum Mobile devices, delivering speeds up to 1 Gbps.

The convergence of Internet and Mobile service in addition to innovative features like these allows Spectrum Mobile customers to enjoy the fastest wireless speeds when combined with WiFi.^** Additionally, WiFi 7’s ability to support multi-gigabit speeds ensures our routers will be ready for future Spectrum innovation.

Spectrum’s Advanced WiFi 7 router is currently available across our entire 41-state service area, delivering the faster speeds enabled by Spectrum’s network evolution project.

More information about Spectrum Internet and the new Advanced WiFi 7 router is available here.

^*Based on analysis by Spectrum of Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data, fixed wifi performance, United States, Q1 2025. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.

^**”Fastest wireless speeds” based on analysis by Spectrum of Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data for overall Mobile WiFi and Cellular performance for Q3-Q4 2024 in Spectrum's cable footprint. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.