Xplore Internet Plans
From $55/mo · Satellite, Fixed Wireless, Fibre
Xplore Internet Plans
Rural internet specialists — fibre, 5G wireless, and satellite
Plans from
$55/mo
Max Speed
1 Gbps
Technology
Satellite, Fixed Wireless, Fibre
Provinces
ON, QC, BC, AB, MB, SK, NS, NB, PE, NL
Contract
No-term or 2-year options — varies by plan
Xplore Internet Plans
Fibre 100
$55/mo
- 100 Mbps download
- Unlimited data
- Where fibre is available
- No data cap
No contract required
5G Ultra 100
$70/mo
- Up to 100 Mbps download
- 5G fixed wireless
- Unlimited data
- No data cap
No contract required
Fibre 1 Gig
$130/mo
- 1 Gbps download
- Unlimited data
- Where fibre is available
No contract required
Our Xplore Review
Xplore (formerly Xplornet) is Canada's largest rural internet specialist, serving communities across all provinces where the Big 3 have no cable or fibre infrastructure. Unlike Starlink (satellite only), Xplore offers three technology options depending on your address: fibre where it has been deployed in rural communities, 5G Ultra fixed-wireless in rural towns with tower coverage, and legacy satellite as a last resort. At $55/mo for Fibre 100 and $70/mo for 5G Ultra 100, Xplore's non-satellite plans are competitively priced against urban cable. The key caveat is that plan availability varies entirely by address — Xplore's legacy satellite plans carry 600+ ms latency that makes video calls and gaming unreliable, while the fibre and 5G Ultra options do not. Checking your specific address is essential before choosing between Xplore and Starlink.
Pros
- ✓Nationwide rural coverage
- ✓5G Ultra wireless up to 500 Mbps where available
- ✓Fibre plans starting at $54.99/mo in select areas
- ✓Government-subsidized in many rural regions
- ✓Unlimited data on fibre and wireless plans
Cons
- ✗Coverage varies significantly by location
- ✗Satellite latency (600+ ms) on legacy sat plans
- ✗Speeds depend on technology available at your address
Xplore — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Xplore fibre, 5G Ultra, and satellite?
Xplore offers three distinct technologies. Fibre delivers speeds up to 1 Gbps with low latency — comparable to urban cable. 5G Ultra fixed-wireless uses local towers to deliver up to 100 Mbps with latency around 20–50 ms, suitable for video calls and gaming. Legacy satellite uses geostationary satellites that introduce 600+ ms latency, making real-time applications like video calls and gaming impractical. Your address determines which options are available — use the address checker on Xplore's website before signing up.
Is Xplore available in my area?
Xplore serves rural communities across all Canadian provinces and territories. Coverage varies significantly by neighborhood — a rural address 5 km outside a small town may qualify for 5G Ultra while another 5 km further out may only have satellite. Check availability by entering your exact address at xplore.ca. You can also use our postal code tool to see all confirmed ISPs at your FSA.
How does Xplore compare to Starlink for rural internet?
Xplore's fibre and 5G Ultra plans are better than Starlink where available — lower latency, comparable speeds, and lower monthly cost. However, Starlink's satellite coverage reaches addresses where Xplore has no ground infrastructure at all. Starlink also has far lower latency than Xplore's legacy satellite service (40–100 ms vs 600+ ms). If Xplore offers fibre or 5G Ultra at your address, choose Xplore; if only legacy satellite is available from both, Starlink is the better satellite option.
Does Xplore have data caps?
Xplore's current 5G Ultra and fibre plans include unlimited data with no overage charges. Legacy satellite plans may carry data restrictions depending on the tier — check specific plan details before signing. Xplore has been transitioning its rural satellite customer base to fixed-wireless as tower coverage expands.
Is Xplore reliable enough for working from home?
Xplore's fibre and 5G Ultra plans are reliable enough for remote work — video conferencing, VPN, and cloud file access all function normally. The 5G Ultra service can be affected by severe weather or heavy tree coverage blocking line-of-sight to a tower. Legacy satellite is not recommended for WFH due to high latency causing delays on video calls and remote desktop. If your address qualifies for 5G Ultra or fibre, Xplore is a practical rural WFH choice.