Which is better, AW Broadband or West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative?

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative is faster where you can get it, but AW Broadband reaches 14 times as many people, so at most addresses AW Broadband is the one on offer. Where both are offered (about 25,181 people), West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterWest Texas Rural Telephone CooperativeTop speed 2,500 Mbps vs 1,000 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 (1 and 0).

Available to more peopleAW Broadband418,661 people in 1 state, vs 30,552 in 1 state.

AW Broadband
Price: $49.00 - $95.00 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless, fiber, cable, and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (1)
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West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 2,500 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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AW Broadband vs. West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative at a glance

Measure	AW Broadband	West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative
Available to	418,661 people in 1 state	30,552 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%, fiber 4%, cable 2.3%	Fiber 100%, DSL 3.3%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	1,000 Mbps	2,500 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	1,000 Mbps down, 1,000 Mbps up	Not listed
Starting price	$49 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$1,176 (50 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (1 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	4.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	3.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 25,181 people (82% of West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative's area); West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative 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 AW Broadband and West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative are available

AW Broadband and West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative 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.

AW Broadband currently offers internet service in 68 cities and 20 counties across 1 state, reaching approximately 418,743 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Amarillo, TX; Wichita Falls, TX; and Canyon, TX. By comparison, West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative serves 30,552 residents in 22 cities and 6 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Hereford, TX; Friona, TX; and Amarillo, TX.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: AW Broadband coverage map and West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether AW Broadband, West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative or both are offered at your home.

AW Broadband vs. West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative Speeds and Technology

AW Broadband and West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative 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, West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 2,500 Mbps compared to AW Broadband’s average speed of 264 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. AW Broadband’s premium Fiber service reaches 4.0% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative’s top-tier Fiber is available to 100.0% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

AW Broadband vs. West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for AW Broadband, drawn from our independently maintained pricing database. The source and verification date for each provider's plans are noted beneath the table. Unfortunately, West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative 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 West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative, 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.

AW Broadband vs. West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate AW Broadband and West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative 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.

AW Broadband vs. West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative Pros and Cons

AW Broadband

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

Pros

• Available to more people: 418,661 in 1 state, vs 30,552.

Cons

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative

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: 100% of the homes it serves, vs 4% for AW Broadband.

Cons

AW Broadband vs. West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative Top Cities

AW Broadband serves 68 cities while West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative is available in 22 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.