oxio vs. Cogeco
Cogeco owns oxio and runs it as its own brand. Cogeco suits you if you want TV, phone and internet bundled; oxio is internet on its own with fixed-price, message-based service.
Published · Updated : Updated the Trustpilot score and review count.
What's actually different
- Cogeco acquired oxio's telecom operations in 2023
- Cogeco bundles TV, phone and internet; oxio is internet-only
- oxio rents Cogeco's network in Cogeco areas
Same family, different products
Cogeco Connexion acquired oxio's telecom operations in February 2023, and said at the time that oxio would continue to operate independently as its own brand [1]. Cogeco describes itself as the second-largest cable operator in Ontario and Quebec [1], and oxio lists Cogeco's network as one of the backbones it rents [2].
So this isn't a rivalry. Think of it as two ways to buy from the same family: Cogeco if you want TV, phone and internet bundled with a traditional provider, oxio if you want internet on its own with fixed-price, message-based service.
How to pick between them
Cogeco's reviewers regularly single out helpful technicians and representatives [3], which matters if you like having someone come to the house. oxio keeps it simple: no term contract [5], $0 activation, installation and shipping, and a modem lent at no charge [4].
If you only use internet and stream everything else, oxio is the leaner fit. If you still watch cable TV or want a landline, compare against Cogeco's bundles at your address.
Cogeco and oxio, sourced
| What | The facts |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Cogeco Connexion acquired oxio's telecom operations in February 2023; oxio continues to operate as its own brand. [1] |
| Network | Cogeco's own cable network in Ontario and Quebec; oxio rents it in Cogeco areas. [1][2] |
| oxio's side | Internet only; no term contract; $0 activation, installation and shipping; modem lent. [4][5] |
What customers say publicly
- Trustpilot3.7 / 5(2,037 reviews) Reviewers often praise helpful, knowledgeable technicians and representatives, and several mention real savings. [3]
Sources
- Cogeco: Cogeco Connexion announces the acquisition of oxio (Feb. 21, 2023)
- oxio: Ground rules (networks, guarantee, fees)
- Trustpilot: Cogeco reviews
- oxio Help Centre: activation, shipping and equipment fees
- oxio: Internet plans and FAQ
Researched by Simon. Last checked: . Facts are checked against the linked sources on the date shown. Prices and policies change, so confirm with the provider before you decide. Opinions are ours.
Frequently Asked Questions About Switching From Cogeco
The practical stuff, answered.
oxio sells in Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia, over Cogeco, Vidéotron or Rogers cable depending on the area. It isn't available in Atlantic Canada. Enter your address on oxio's site to see the plans at your exact address.
Get Your Free Monthoxio lists $0 for activation, installation and shipping, and lends you the modem at no charge. What you may owe Cogeco depends on your current agreement, so check its end date and any equipment you need to return.
Get Your Free MonthUsually just a few days from signup to being online. Keep your Cogeco service active until oxio is confirmed working, then cancel — that avoids any gap in your internet.
Get Your Free MonthReturn it through Cogeco's own process once you've cancelled — oxio ships you its own equipment regardless, so there's no overlap or workaround needed.
Get Your Free MonthReady to leave Cogeco behind?
Get your first month free when you sign up with oxio using this referral code.