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| June 10, 2021 | |
| Submitted by: | Luis Rodriguez (Ottawa , ON) |
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High Spped...a jokeOn these times of pandemic, many people are working from home and doing schooling as well. I have a contract with PRIMUS Canada for 150 Mbps, and I get 20 Mbps, my devices and children devices get disconnected very often. I called PRIMUS several times, and several remote test on modem has been done, and the problem of the unstable internet signal continues. A was offered to send a technician to fix the problem, and a call from ROGERS Communication. Neither one or the other was done. We are totally frustrated, and willing to change provided after years with PRIMUS. Its service at the worst these days so far. |
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| January 26, 2021 | |
| Submitted by: | Aman Dahugenkiss (Hamilton , ON) |
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Customer Service Are Completely IncompetentI have tried ordering a regular modem with no wifi to spare myself radiation exposure. They tell me they "no longer have any available."WELL THEN F*** ORDER ONE AND SEND IT TO ME. Also the network for the cable modem has to be reset every single time I turn the computer off or restart it. If I forget to turn the modem off after my computer I have to either restart my computer again after I just turned it on or change ethernet ports. |
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| September 4, 2020 | |
| Submitted by: | Mike Mattos (Toronto , ON) |
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Primus is adequateI have been a customer with Primus since they first offered 1mb dsl. First problem is that Bell seems to hate them, and Primus service runs on Bell wires. Many people think ( this is actually a symptom of mental health decay ) that if your internet service is both ... py and expensive with Bell, it will be both cheaper and less problematic with Primus. Not so. OTOH, my recent experience with Primus, since Bell put Fibe on my street, is that Primus internet is rock solid now that the 1918 wiring Bell had never replaced since the street was built, the 100 year old Bell wire is gone, as is the distribution panel! Had cause to call PRimus tech support recently due to login issues, got a north american rep who tested my line and was both efficient and prompt to answer the call. Ended up buying a new i7 computer, and now the internet is amazing! The issues were on my PC. SO getting my money's worth now. And waiting for FIbe prices to drop! |
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| Monthly Fee | Setup Fee | Contract | Speed | Monthly Usage |
| $50.95 | Shipping: $59.95 Other: $6.95 | Yes |
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Distributel acquired Primus in January of 2021. We expect to learn details about the transition plans in the coming weeks.
Primus was established in 1997, is HQ in Toronto, ON. Primus provides long distance, VoIP, Internet and POTS for residential and business use.
Primus was bought by York Capital Management in July of 2013. In the United States Primus operates under the brand name Lingo. Primus went through a major business transformation, which saw Primus get a new CEO in January of 2014.
Primus Home Internet Plans are all unlimited and offer a good array of varied speeds. Though Primus being a close mimic to Bell or Rogers Home Internet plans, does suffer from the same high monthly fees and contract traps. Primus does offer a 2-year guarantee of reduced pricing. After the 2-year term prices go up to $10 / month. There is no option to use an aftermarket modem, so you'll have to get it from Primus, either buy or rental There is also a $59.95 one time installation fee.
Below we detail all of Primus Home Internet plans available in Ontario.
- 15 Mbps Down, 10 Mbps Up at $49.95/month ($39.95/mnth locked in 2-years contract)
- 25 Mbps Down, 10 Mbps Up at $59.95/month ($49.95/mnth locked in 2-years contract)
- 50 Mbps Down, 10 Mbps Up at $66.95/month ($56.95/mnth locked in 2-years contract)
- 75 Mbps Down, 10 Mbps Up at $69.95/month ($59.95/mnth locked in 2-years contract)
- 150 Mbps Down, 15 Mbps Up at $78.95/month ($68.95/mnth locked in 2-years contract)
- 300 Mbps Down, 20 Mbps Up at $100.95/month ($90.95/mnth locked in 2-years contract)
Primus applies Performance Management to the network, sometimes known as traffic shaping, as per Primus statements this is active at all times and shall be transparent to the end-user. Though the priority is supposed to kick-in when congestion is detected this could impact the user experience, more so when multiple devices in one home are using the internet connection.
In all Primus, the Home Internet offers unlimited access, it does pack extra protection (antivirus & antispam) but the fact is that monthly is more expensive when compared to Altima, Carry or CIK Telecom for example. More so when looking at these added fees. Also, note it does not support using other than their own branded modems. A big limitation for those wanting to use their own modem, and avoid the modem trap.
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I am a primus customer to upgrade from 25 mbs to 50 mbs do I need a new modemHello, It looks like you are using the DSL network (provided by Bell) in that case the existing modem should work. In any event, since you'll be doing the switch you may want to upgrade the Wi-Fi modem at the same time. Cheers, The GoneVoIP Team. |
Is there wifi services with the internetHello, In short, Yes. Primus does have a Wi-Fi home gateway that is configured to work on their network. Purchase or lease options are available. The GoneVoIP Team |
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