Which is better, Great Plains Communications or AirWave Networks?

Great Plains Communications is faster and available to more people. Where both are offered (about 3,275 people), Great Plains Communications has the faster top speed for 65% of homes.

FasterGreat Plains CommunicationsFaster for 65% 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 (3 and 0).

Available to more peopleGreat Plains Communications305,006 people in 6 states, vs 5,633 in 1 state.

Great Plains Communications
Price: $39.95 - $69.95 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 2,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber, DSL, cable, and fixed wireless
Rating (Reviews): (3)
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AirWave Networks
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 100 - 2,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Great Plains Communications vs. AirWave Networks at a glance

Measure	Great Plains Communications	AirWave Networks
Available to	305,006 people in 6 states	5,633 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fiber 89%, DSL 24%, cable 6.9%	Fixed wireless 100%, fiber 24%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,000 Mbps	2,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	1,000 Mbps	Not listed
Starting price	$39.95 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$959 (200 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	4.7 of 5 (3 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	4.7 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	4.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 3,275 people (58% of AirWave Networks's area); Great Plains Communications is faster for 65% of them, the same top speed for 5.1%

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 Great Plains Communications and AirWave Networks are available

Great Plains Communications and AirWave Networks 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.

Great Plains Communications currently offers internet service in 387 cities and 92 counties across 6 states, reaching approximately 309,038 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Omaha, NE; Cincinnati, OH; and Greensburg, IN. By comparison, AirWave Networks serves 5,867 residents in 10 cities and 2 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Osgood, IN; Versailles, IN; and Holton, IN.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Great Plains Communications coverage map and AirWave Networks coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Great Plains Communications, AirWave Networks or both are offered at your home.

Great Plains Communications vs. AirWave Networks Speeds and Technology

Great Plains Communications and AirWave Networks 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, Great Plains Communications offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 1,499 Mbps compared to AirWave Networks’s average speed of 578 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Great Plains Communications’s premium Fiber service reaches 87.8% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, AirWave Networks’s top-tier Fiber is available to 24.1% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Great Plains Communications vs. AirWave Networks Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for Great Plains Communications, drawn from our independently maintained pricing database. The source and verification date for each provider's plans are noted beneath the table. Unfortunately, AirWave Networks 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 AirWave Networks, 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.

Great Plains Communications vs. AirWave Networks Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Great Plains Communications and AirWave Networks based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

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.

Great Plains Communications vs. AirWave Networks Pros and Cons

Great Plains Communications

Too few written reviews to sum up yet (3); these lines come from our data.

Pros

• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 65% of those homes.
• Available to more people: 305,006 in 6 states, vs 5,633.

Cons

• Slow uploads: 1 Mbps up on its 15 Mbps plan.

AirWave Networks

No written reviews yet; these lines come from our data.

Pros

Cons

Great Plains Communications vs. AirWave Networks Top Cities

Great Plains Communications serves 387 cities while AirWave Networks is available in 10 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.