Race Communications Plans & Internet Speeds, Explained

You want to place an order at Race, but you’re not sure which plan to pick? You’re in the right place.

Before you compare speeds, know this: every Race Communications plan comes with the same great foundation:

• Free professional installation (up to $1,000 value)
• No contracts and no cancellation fees
• A GigaSpire router (up to $400 value) at no extra cost
• No data caps; stream, game, and download without worrying about caps
• Symmetrical speeds, meaning your upload speed matches your download speed. That matters for video calls, cloud backups, and anything you send, not just receive.
• Expert, California-based customer support
• The Race CommandIQ® app to manage your WiFi, monitor usage, and keep your network secure

Once you know those are standard across the board, picking a speed tier is the easy part.

How Much Internet Speed Do You Need?

Internet speed is measured in Mbps (megabits per second) or Gbps (gigabits per second). Both describe how much data moves through your connection at once. The more devices, people, or demanding tasks on your network at the same time, the more speed you’ll want.

A single person streaming a show and checking email needs a lot less than a household with kids gaming, adults on video calls, and a dozen smart home devices all running simultaneously. The good news: Race offers a tier for every scenario.

Race Communications Internet Plans, Explained

📺 Internet 500: For Lighter Households and Everyday Use

Internet 500 delivers dependable, fast fiber internet for households that don’t have a ton going on at once. It’s a great fit if your home has a smaller number of devices and your day-to-day internet use is fairly straightforward.

It’s a practical fit for:

• Individuals or couples who browse, stream, and video call without putting heavy demands on the connection.

• Homes where a few devices are connected at once: a laptop, a phone or two, a smart TV.

• Everyday tasks like HD streaming, social media, music, and working from home on standard productivity tools.

🚀 Gigabit Internet: Our Most Popular Plan

Gigabit Internet is the plan most Race customers choose, and it’s easy to see why. At 1,000 Mbps (1 Gbps) of symmetrical fiber speed, it gives households plenty of breathing room without overcomplicating the decision.

It’s a great fit for most homes, including:

• Families with multiple people online at the same time.
• Households where streaming, video calls, and browsing are happening simultaneously.
• Anyone who works from home and wants reliable, fast performance day in and day out.
• Households with a solid collection of connected devices: phones, laptops, tablets, smart TVs, and more.
• People who want a future-ready connection that won’t feel slow as their needs grow.

If you’re not sure which plan to pick, Gigabit Internet is where most customers land, and they don’t look back.

⚡ 5 Gigabit Internet: Built for Power-Users

5 Gigabit Internet is for households that regularly push their connection to the limit. If you’re constantly moving large files, running a packed smart home, or just want a significant step beyond gigabit, this is your plan.

It’s ideal for:

• Creative professionals uploading or downloading large media projects.
• Homes with a high concentration of connected devices, security cameras, or IoT systems.
• Early adopters who want to stay well ahead of their bandwidth needs.
• Households that back up or sync large files to the cloud while streaming and gaming at the same time.

🏎️ 10 Gigabit Internet: The Fastest Residential Speeds in California

10 Gigabit Internet is in a category of its own. It’s the fastest residential speed available anywhere in California, built for forward-thinking users, home-based businesses, and anyone who simply refuses to have internet be a bottleneck.

It’s perfect for:

• Power users managing enormous datasets or running servers from home.
• Ultra-high-definition streaming, VR/AR, or virtual production setups that demand zero lag.
• Large households or small offices where a high volume of devices stay connected around the clock.
• Customers who want a connection that exceeds today’s demands and is ready for whatever comes next.

Which Race Communications Plan Is Right for You?

Here’s a quick way to think about it:

• If your household is smaller and your day-to-day internet needs are light, Internet 500 has you covered.
• If you’re like most people (a busy home with multiple devices and people online at the same time), Gigabit Internet is the most popular choice for a reason.
• If you’re a power user with serious bandwidth demands, 5 Gigabit or 10 Gigabit will get the job done.

Still have questions? Reach us at 877-722-3833. We’re happy to help you find the right fit.