Which is better, Alaska Communications or Alaska Telephone Company?

Alaska Telephone Company is faster where you can get it, but Alaska Communications reaches 31 times as many people, so at most addresses Alaska Communications is the one on offer. Where both are offered (about 922 people), Alaska Telephone Company has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterAlaska Telephone CompanyFaster 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 (1 and 0).

Available to more peopleAlaska Communications418,886 people in 1 state, vs 13,395 in 1 state.

Alaska Communications
Price: $79.99 - $84.99 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 2,500 Mbps
Internet Type: DSL, fixed wireless, and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (1)
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Alaska Telephone Company
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber, DSL, and fixed wireless
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Alaska Communications vs. Alaska Telephone Company at a glance

Measure	Alaska Communications	Alaska Telephone Company
Available to	418,886 people in 1 state	13,395 people in 1 state
Main technology	DSL 86%, fixed wireless 70%, fiber 14%	Fiber 80%, DSL 52%, fixed wireless 2.5%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,500 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	2,500 Mbps	Not listed
Starting price	$79.99 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$1,920 (300 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (1 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	5.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	3.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 922 people (6.9% of Alaska Telephone Company's area); Alaska Telephone Company 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 Alaska Communications and Alaska Telephone Company are available

Alaska Communications and Alaska Telephone Company 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.

Alaska Communications currently offers internet service in 58 cities and 11 counties across 1 state, reaching approximately 428,910 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Anchorage, AK; Fairbanks, AK; and Juneau, AK. By comparison, Alaska Telephone Company serves 14,581 residents in 19 cities and 7 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Petersburg, AK; Wrangell, AK; and Haines, AK.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Alaska Communications coverage map and Alaska Telephone Company coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Alaska Communications, Alaska Telephone Company or both are offered at your home.

Alaska Communications vs. Alaska Telephone Company Speeds and Technology

Alaska Communications and Alaska Telephone Company 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, Alaska Telephone Company offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 721 Mbps compared to Alaska Communications’s average speed of 323 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Alaska Communications’s premium Fiber service reaches 13.4% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Alaska Telephone Company’s top-tier Fiber is available to 72.4% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Alaska Communications vs. Alaska Telephone Company Plans and Prices

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

Alaska Communications vs. Alaska Telephone Company Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Alaska Communications and Alaska Telephone Company 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.

Alaska Communications vs. Alaska Telephone Company Pros and Cons

Alaska Communications

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

Pros

• Available to more people: 418,886 in 1 state, vs 13,395.

Cons

Alaska Telephone Company

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

Pros

• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 100% of those homes.
• Mostly fiber: 80% of the homes it serves, vs 14% for Alaska Communications.

Cons

Alaska Communications vs. Alaska Telephone Company Top Cities

Alaska Communications serves 58 cities while Alaska Telephone Company is available in 19 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.