Which is better, Point Broadband or Blanchard Telephone Company?

Blanchard Telephone Company is faster and cheaper to start where you can get it, but Point Broadband reaches 681 times as many people, so at most addresses Point Broadband is the one on offer. Where both are offered (about 3,420 people), Blanchard Telephone Company has the faster top speed for 54% of homes.

FasterBlanchard Telephone CompanyFaster for 54% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startBlanchard Telephone CompanyFrom $54.95 a month, vs $64.95.

Better ratedToo close to callToo few reviews to compare yet (19 and 0).

Available to more peoplePoint Broadband2.3 million people in 12 states, vs 3,420 in 1 state.

Point Broadband
Price: $64.95 - $124.95 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (19)
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Blanchard Telephone Company
Price: $54.95 - $114.95 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: DSL and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Point Broadband vs. Blanchard Telephone Company at a glance

Measure	Point Broadband	Blanchard Telephone Company
Available to	2.3 million people in 12 states	3,420 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 62%, fiber 44%	DSL 100%, fiber 20%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	100 Mbps	1,000 Mbps down, 1,000 Mbps up
Starting price	$64.95 a month	$54.95 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$1,559 (10 Mbps plan)	$1,319 (10 Mbps plan)
Customer rating	3.6 of 5 (19 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	3.8 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	3.7 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 3,420 people (100% of Blanchard Telephone Company's area); Blanchard Telephone Company is faster for 54% of them, the same top speed for 4.7%

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 Point Broadband and Blanchard Telephone Company are available

Point Broadband and Blanchard 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.

Point Broadband currently offers internet service in 1,281 cities and 143 counties across 12 states, reaching approximately 2,337,295 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Dallas, TX; Columbus, OH; and Grand Rapids, MI. By comparison, Blanchard Telephone Company serves 3,714 residents in 11 cities and 3 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Blanchard, MI; Millbrook, MI; and Wyman, MI.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Point Broadband coverage map and Blanchard Telephone Company coverage map.

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

Point Broadband vs. Blanchard Telephone Company Speeds and Technology

Point Broadband and Blanchard 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, Point Broadband offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 477 Mbps compared to Blanchard Telephone Company’s average speed of 223 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Point Broadband’s premium Fiber service reaches 43.9% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Blanchard Telephone Company’s top-tier Fiber is available to 20.9% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Point Broadband vs. Blanchard Telephone Company Plans and Prices

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

Provider representatives can send plan or pricing updates through our contact page; verified changes publish shortly after review.

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.

Point Broadband vs. Blanchard Telephone Company Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Point Broadband and Blanchard 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.

Point Broadband vs. Blanchard Telephone Company Pros and Cons

Point Broadband

From 16 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Good value: praised in 7 of 16 written reviews. "The price is great for the quality of the internet"
• Fast speeds: praised in 6 of 16 written reviews (4 call it slow). "Speed is good when it’s up"
• Helpful customer service: praised in 5 of 16 written reviews. "The customer service team are very helpful when we run into trouble"

Cons

• Outages and drops: a complaint in 5 of 16 written reviews (3 call it reliable). "it would randomly drop for a split second causing everything to go down"

Blanchard Telephone Company

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

Pros

• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 54% of those homes.
• Cheaper to start: $54.95 a month, vs $64.95 from Point Broadband.

Cons

Point Broadband vs. Blanchard Telephone Company Top Cities

Point Broadband serves 1,281 cities while Blanchard Telephone Company is available in 11 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.