Converge ICT FiberX Unlimited Fiber Plan Compared To PLDT, Globe and Sky Broadband

Before, we only had DSL/landline, wireless broadband, USB dongle, or cable as an option for subscribing to an internet plan. Now, another internet technology was introduced to us, which is the fiber internet connection. This fiber internet connection provides internet access through a fiber-optic cable. What makes this different from other internet connections? Unlike DSL and cable internet services that transmit electrical information through copper lines, fiber-optic lines use tiny strands of plastic or glass (just slightly thicker than a single human hair) to carry binary transmissions of light. Binary is a number system where the combination of only two numbers (0 being “off” and 1 being “on”) represents more complex symbols or instructions. This method of data transmission makes fiber internet the best option for fast speeds from 5Mbps to 10Gbps and its reliability.

In the Philippines, the fiber internet connection is growing popularity in terms of internet subscription. Among these fiber internet connection providers in the Philippines are PLDT, Globe, Sky Broadband, and the new kid in the block, the Converge ICT (also known as ComClark, located in Angeles City, Pampanga). But the availability of fiber internet connection is limited to several areas only.

Converge ICT Fiber Plan boasts Pure Fiber Optic connectivity, installed nationwide using the latest micro-trenching technology, and supported with a nodal presence in the USA, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Cebu, and Davao. In addition, some of its coverage areas are Metro Manila, Calabarzon, Central Luzon, Bicol, Cordillera Administrative Region, Ilocos, and several parts of regions in Visayas and Mindanao.

Now, let us compare Converge ICT Fiber Plan to other Fiber internet connection providers, including PLDT, Globe, and Sky Broadband, according to their maximum speed, data allowance, and price rate.

Fiber Plans in the Philippines:

FiberX 1500 – 100 Mbps – Unlimited – 1500 Pesos/month

FiberX 2500 – 300 Mbps – Unlimited – 2500 Pesos/month

FiberX 3500 – 800 Mbps – Unlimited – 3500 Pesos/month
FiberX Time of Day Plan 2000 – 200/100 Mbps Day Plan and 100/200 Mbps Night Plan – 2000 Pesos/month
FiberX Time of Day Plan 3000 – 600/300 Mbps Day Plan and 300/600 Mbps Night Plan – 3000 Pesos/month

* Installation Fee of Php 2,500 (1-2 days installation response rate).

* 30% Minimum Speed at 80% service reliability.

* Lock-in period 24 Months equivalent to 2 Years.

GFiber Flex Plan 899 (online-exclusive) – 25 Mbps – 300 GB – 899 Pesos/month
GFiber Unli Plan 1599 – 50 Mbps – Unlimited – 1599 Pesos/month
GFiber Unli Plan 2099 – 150 Mbps – Unlimited – 2099 Pesos/month
GFiber Unli Plan 2699 – 300 Mbps – Unlimited – 2699 Pesos/month
GFiber Unli Plan 4999 – 500 Mbps – Unlimited – 4999 Pesos/month
GFiber Unli Plan 9499 – 1 Gbps – Unlimited – 9499 Pesos/month

* Installation fees may apply.

* Service/plan availability and actual speed may vary upon assessment.

Unlimited Internet Plans (with landline)
Fiber Unli Plan 1299 (not advertised) – 20 Mbps – Unlimited – 1299 Pesos/month
Fiber Unli Plan 1699 – 50 Mbps – Unlimited – 1699 Pesos/month
Fiber Unli Plan 2099 – 100 Mbps – Unlimited – 2099 Pesos/month
Fiber Unli Plan 2699 – 300 Mbps – Unlimited – 2699 Pesos/month
Fiber Unli Plan 3799 – 600 Mbps – Unlimited – 3799 Pesos/month
Fiber Unli Plan 5799 – 800 Mbps – Unlimited – 5799 Pesos/month
Fiber Unli Plan 9499 – 1 Gbps – Unlimited – 9499 Pesos/month

Fibr Plus Plans (with TP-Link mesh routers and landline)

Fiber Plus Plan 2399 – 100 Mbps – Unlimited – 2399 Pesos/month
Fiber Plus Plan 2999 – 300 Mbps – Unlimited – 2999 Pesos/month
Fiber Plus Plan 4099 – 600 Mbps – Unlimited – 4099 Pesos/month
Fiber Plus Plan 6099 – 800 Mbps – Unlimited – 6099 Pesos/month
Fiber Plus Plan 9999 – 1 Gbps – Unlimited – 9999 Pesos/month

* Modem and installation fee applies depending on selected Plan.
* PLDT has gone through several permanent speed upgrades. In 2020, the following plans were replaced and/or revamped, including Plan 1899, Plan 2899, Google Wifi Plans, and Whole Home Wifi Plans. In 2021, PLDT improved some of its existing plans (speed increase for Plan 1299, Plan 1699, Fibr Plus Plan 4099, and Fibr Plus Plan 6099; new price for Plan 2399, Plan 2999, Fibr Plus Plan 2499, and Fibr Plus Plan 3099) and released new plans (Plan 3799, Plan 5799, Plan 9499, and Fibr Plus Plan 9999). In November 2021, PLDT has upgraded its Unli Fibr plans.

Plan 999 – 20 Mbps – Unlimited – 999 Pesos/month
Plan 1299 – 30 Mbps – Unlimited – 1299 Pesos/month
Plan 1699 – 75 Mbps (limited-time promo), 50 Mbps (original speed) – Unlimited – 1699 Pesos/month
Plan 2299 – 150 Mbps (limited-time promo), 100 Mbps (original speed) – Unlimited – 2299 Pesos/month
Plan 2799 – 200 Mbps (limited-time promo), 150 Mbps (original speed) – Unlimited – 2799 Pesos/month
Plan 3499 – 200 Mbps – Unlimited – 3499 Pesos/month

* Plan availability varies per area.

* Fiber-to-the-home plans available in selected areas in Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, Cebu, and Davao. Initial cash-out will consist of installation fee (varies depending on the plan) and one-month advance MSF.

* Speeds indicated above are download speeds.

* Guaranteed speed is 40% of the subscribed speed, 80% of the time.

The Verdict:


Cheapest Fiber Internet Connection

For the cheapest or the least expensive among the plans, we have Globe GFiber Flex Plan 899 as the winner, with 25 Mbps speed and 300 GB data for only 899 Pesos per month. The second place is SKY Fiber Unli Broadband Plan 999 with 20 Mbps speed and unlimited data for only 999 Pesos per month.

Fastest Fiber Internet Connection

When it comes to the fastest internet connection, we have Globe GFiber Unli Plan 9499 and PLDT Fiber Unli Plan 9499 tied for the spot. Both networks offer a jaw-dropping 1 Gbps speed with unlimited data for 9499 Pesos per month.

Most Affordable Fiber Plan with Fast and Unlimited Internet Connection

If you want to have the cheapest connection with unlimited data and fast internet speed, the best deal still goes to Converge FiberX 1500 due to its fast internet speeds of 100 Mbps with no data cap. PLDT comes in second place with its Fiber Unli Plan 1299; even though it is much cheaper, it only offers 20 Mbps download speeds.

Converge FiberX Coverage Areas

To know if a Fiber internet connection is available in your area, you can contact or inquire them. Below are the following Customer Service Hotline, email, or support page of each Fiber connection providers:

Converge ICT FiberX Inquiry

PLDT Landline

171 (For PLDT Landline nationwide and Smart and Talk ‘N Text cellular phones)

(02) 8888 8171 (For NON PLDT Landlines)

Globe Hotlines

Mobile – 211

Landline – Sales – (02) 7730 1010

Sky Broadband Email

skyserves@mysky.com.ph

Converge ICT FiberX Unlimited Fiber Plan Compared To PLDT, Globe and Sky Broadband
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