Which is better, T-Mobile Home Internet or Cochrane Co-op Telephone?

Cochrane Co-op Telephone is faster and cheaper to start where you can get it, but T-Mobile Home Internet reaches 58,592 times as many people, so at most addresses T-Mobile Home Internet is the one on offer. Where both are offered (about 3,372 people), Cochrane Co-op Telephone has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterCochrane Co-op TelephoneFaster for 100% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startCochrane Co-op TelephoneFrom $39.95 a month, vs $45.

Better ratedToo close to callToo few reviews to compare yet (336 and 0).

Available to more peopleT-Mobile Home Internet305.1 million people in 51 states, vs 5,208 in 1 state.

T-Mobile Home Internet
Price: $55.00 - $75.00 / mo.
Speed: 25 - 2,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (342)
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Cochrane Co-op Telephone
Price: $39.95 - $89.95 / mo.
Speed: 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Cochrane Co-op Telephone at a glance

Measure	T-Mobile Home Internet	Cochrane Co-op Telephone
Available to	305.1 million people in 51 states	5,208 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%	Fiber 100%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	498 Mbps	1,000 Mbps down, 500 Mbps up
Starting price	$45 a month (promotional), then $55	$39.95 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	Not listed	$959 (100 Mbps plan)
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (336 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	3.9 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	4.1 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 3,372 people (65% of Cochrane Co-op Telephone's area); Cochrane Co-op Telephone 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 T-Mobile Home Internet and Cochrane Co-op Telephone are available

T-Mobile Home Internet and Cochrane Co-op Telephone 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.

T-Mobile Home Internet currently offers internet service in 50,478 cities and 3,188 counties across 51 states, reaching approximately 305,150,214 residents. Their service area includes major markets like New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA; and Chicago, IL. By comparison, Cochrane Co-op Telephone serves 5,208 residents in 14 cities and 1 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Fountain City, WI; Buffalo City, WI; and Alma, WI.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: T-Mobile Home Internet coverage map and Cochrane Co-op Telephone coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether T-Mobile Home Internet, Cochrane Co-op Telephone or both are offered at your home.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Cochrane Co-op Telephone Speeds and Technology

T-Mobile Home Internet and Cochrane Co-op Telephone 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, Cochrane Co-op Telephone offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 1,000 Mbps compared to T-Mobile Home Internet’s average speed of 67 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. T-Mobile Home Internet’s premium Fiber service reaches 0.0% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Cochrane Co-op Telephone’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.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Cochrane Co-op Telephone Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for T-Mobile Home Internet and Cochrane Co-op Telephone, 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.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Cochrane Co-op Telephone Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet and Cochrane Co-op Telephone 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.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Cochrane Co-op Telephone Pros and Cons

T-Mobile Home Internet

From 217 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Good value: praised in 117 of 217 written reviews. "T-Mobile's internet pricing is the best value"
• Fast speeds: praised in 86 of 217 written reviews (36 call it slow). "satisfying speed between work, streaming, and gaming"
• Reliable connection: praised in 82 of 217 written reviews (37 report outages). "the internet has worked reliably with minimal outages"

Cons

• Bills that go up: a complaint in 10 of 217 written reviews. "the price goes up without notification"

Cochrane Co-op Telephone

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.
• Cheaper to start: $39.95 a month, vs $45 from T-Mobile Home Internet.
• Mostly fiber: 100% of the homes it serves, vs 0% for T-Mobile Home Internet.

Cons

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Cochrane Co-op Telephone Top Cities

T-Mobile Home Internet serves 50,478 cities while Cochrane Co-op Telephone is available in 14 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.