Which is better, Frontier or Accel Wireless?

Frontier is faster and available to more people. Where both are offered (about 375,315 people), Frontier has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterFrontierTop speed 7,000 Mbps vs 100 Mbps; faster for 100% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startToo close to callWe do not list plans for both yet.

Better ratedToo close to callToo few reviews to compare yet (172 and 1).

Available to more peopleFrontier30.4 million people in 26 states, vs 386,047 in 1 state.

Frontier
Price: $44.99 - $124.99 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 7,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (165)
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Accel Wireless
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 100 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Frontier vs. Accel Wireless at a glance

Measure	Frontier	Accel Wireless
Available to	30.4 million people in 26 states	386,047 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fiber 77%, DSL 46%	Fixed wireless 100%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	7,000 Mbps	100 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	7,000 Mbps down, 7,000 Mbps up	Not listed
Starting price	$44.99 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$1,080 (500 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	3.4 of 5 (172 reviews)	3.0 of 5 (1 reviews)
Rated for speed	3.6 of 5	2.0 of 5
Rated for price	3.3 of 5	3.0 of 5
Where both are offered	About 375,315 people (97% of Accel Wireless's area); Frontier is faster for 100% of them

Coverage and top speeds: FCC filings; plans and prices: our pricing table; ratings: verified customer reviews on ISP Reports. Check your address for what is offered at your home.

Where Frontier and Accel Wireless are available

Frontier and Accel Wireless have distinct coverage footprints across the United States. Our interactive map shows exactly where each provider offers service and where they overlap, helping you understand your options.

Frontier currently offers internet service in 9,909 cities and 843 counties across 26 states, reaching approximately 31,112,669 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Los Angeles, CA; Riverside, CA; and Tampa, FL. By comparison, Accel Wireless serves 386,047 residents in 28 cities and 2 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Riverside, CA; Temecula, CA; and Murrieta, CA.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Frontier coverage map and Accel Wireless coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Frontier, Accel Wireless or both are offered at your home.

Frontier vs. Accel Wireless Speeds and Technology

Frontier and Accel Wireless utilize different network technologies to deliver internet service, resulting in varying speed capabilities across their service areas.

In terms of potential speeds across the country, Frontier offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 5,021 Mbps compared to Accel Wireless’s average speed of 100 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Frontier’s premium Fiber service reaches 75.8% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Accel Wireless’s top-tier fixed wireless is available to 100.0% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Frontier vs. Accel Wireless Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for Frontier, drawn from our independently maintained pricing database. The source and verification date for each provider's plans are noted beneath the table. Unfortunately, Accel Wireless has not complied with FCC requirements to provide their broadband label data, limiting transparency and the ability for consumers to make direct comparisons.

If you represent Accel Wireless, getting listed is simple: publish your machine-readable broadband label file, or send your current plan lineup through our contact page, and your plans will appear here shortly after verification.

Most households with 3-5 users need download speeds of at least 100 Mbps for smooth streaming, video conferencing, and everyday internet usage. Larger households or those with heavy users (gamers, 4K streamers, or remote workers) should consider plans with speeds of 300 Mbps or more for optimal performance.

Any prices listed are the base service rates and may not include additional charges such as equipment fees, installation costs, or other service-related expenses. For a comprehensive view of all potential charges, refer to our Fees & Details section below.

Frontier vs. Accel Wireless Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Frontier and Accel Wireless based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

When comparing customer satisfaction, Frontier earns an overall rating of 3.33 / 5 stars from 177 customer reviews, while Accel Wireless maintains a 3.00 / 5 rating from 1 reviews. Frontier outperforms Accel Wireless by 0.3 points in overall satisfaction. Frontier’s best-rated service is their Fiber offering at 3.65 / 5 stars, compared to Accel Wireless’s highest-rated service, Cable, at 3.00 / 5 stars.

Fees vary by plan and location. The fees shown apply to most plans; check with the provider for costs specific to your plan.

When comparing internet providers, remember that advertised prices rarely tell the complete story. Equipment fees alone can add $10-15 per month to your bill, while installation charges, early termination fees, and data overage penalties can significantly increase your total cost of service. Consider these additional costs alongside monthly rates when determining which provider offers the better value for your specific needs.

Frontier vs. Accel Wireless Pros and Cons

Frontier

From 113 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Reliable connection: praised in 38 of 113 written reviews (24 report outages). "Very reliable internet which is great"
• Fast speeds: praised in 35 of 113 written reviews (27 call it slow). "fast internet is in every corner of the house"
• Good value: praised in 21 of 113 written reviews (17 call it overpriced). "It is also very affordable"

Cons

• Poor customer service: a complaint in 30 of 113 written reviews (20 praise the service). "Customer service not the best"
• Bills that go up: a complaint in 19 of 113 written reviews. "then it goes up to 80 for the second year and 100 after that"
• Equipment problems: a complaint in 6 of 113 written reviews (3 praise the equipment). "the Wi-Fi is quite weak, and sometimes isn't detected by our devices"

Accel Wireless

Too few written reviews to sum up yet (1); these lines come from our data.

Pros

Cons

Frontier vs. Accel Wireless Top Cities

Frontier serves 9,909 cities while Accel Wireless is available in 28 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.