Fiopin: New, Wenatchee-based service provider offering $39.99 fiber internet plans in Chelan, Douglas and Grant counties | Columbia Basin

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WENATCHEE – Residents of Central Washington have recently witnessed the sale of two “local” ISPs to a corporate giant based in Seattle, WA, leading to a growing sense of disconnection from their service providers. This shift has sparked a desire among the community to support a truly local internet service. Fiopin was born out of this need, with a simple yet powerful goal: to keep internet services local, ensuring better customer service and community support. Why let an out-of-town corporation dictate your internet pricing when Fiopin offers a local, reliable, and cost-effective alternative?

Fiopin, an acronym for “Fiber Optic Internet,” is a locally owned and operated ISP based in Wenatchee, WA. It serves the regions of Chelan, Douglas, and Grant Counties, committed to delivering high-speed, reliable, and affordable internet services to its community.

Affordable Plans and Exceptional Service

Fiopin stands out with the best rates for PUD Fiber in the area. No other provider beats Fiopin’s prices. In Chelan County, the 100Mbps plan starts at just $39.99 per month, while the 1Gbps plan is only $49.99. In Douglas and Grant Counties, the 100Mbps plan is $44.99, and the 1Gbps plan starts at $64.99, with all taxes and fees included. Customers familiar with PUD Fiber providers know the exceptional reliability and affordability offered by Chelan, Douglas, and Grant PUDs. Additionally, these PUDs’ FTTH networks do not use coaxial cables, ensuring a pure fiber connection for high-speed internet. Prices vary by county!

Why FTTH is Superior

FTTH (Fiber to the Home) and HFC (Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial) are two broadband architectures delivering high-speed internet to end-users. FTTH uses optical fiber cables directly to the customer’s premises, offering higher bandwidth and faster speeds with minimal signal degradation over long distances. In contrast, HFC combines optical fiber and coaxial cable, with fiber extending to neighborhood nodes and coaxial cables connecting the nodes to individual homes. While HFC networks can provide substantial speeds, they are more prone to signal loss and interference, especially over longer coaxial cable runs.

FTTH technology surpasses HFC networks by delivering consistently higher speeds and greater reliability. The optical fiber in FTTH transmits data at much higher rates with lower latency and virtually no signal degradation, ensuring a more stable and robust internet connection. Additionally, FTTH is future-proof, capable of supporting growing bandwidth demands without significant infrastructure upgrades. In contrast, HFC networks face limitations due to the inherent constraints of coaxial cables, leading to higher latency, more frequent maintenance, and reduced performance during peak usage times. This makes FTTH the preferred choice for high-performance, long-term internet solutions.

Community-Focused and Locally Driven

Fiopin aims to provide a true community impact on a larger scale. By remaining locally owned and operated, Fiopin ensures that its profits and investments stay within the community, fostering local growth and development. Fiopin’s customer-focused approach guarantees personalized service and quick issue resolution. Don’t just take our word for it; read our Google Reviews to hear from some of our satisfied customers.

Future Plans and Expansion

Fiopin has ambitious plans for expansion, including extending coverage and introducing new services to better serve the community. Future projects aim to enhance the quality of internet and IT support in the region, ensuring that Central Washington remains at the forefront of connectivity and technology.