Which is better, T-Mobile Home Internet or EarthLink?

EarthLink is faster and cheaper to start; T-Mobile Home Internet is better rated, and T-Mobile Home Internet is available to more people. Where both are offered (about 257.7 million people), EarthLink has the faster top speed for 58% of homes.

FasterEarthLinkTop speed 5,000 Mbps vs 2,000 Mbps; faster for 58% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startEarthLinkFrom $39.95 a month, vs $45.

Better ratedT-Mobile Home Internet4.0 of 5 from 336 reviews, vs 3.4 from 15.

Available to more peopleT-Mobile Home Internet305.1 million people in 51 states, vs 267.1 million in 49 states.

T-Mobile Home Internet
Price: $55.00 - $75.00 / mo.
Speed: 25 - 2,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (317)
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EarthLink
Price: $39.95 - $149.95 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 5,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless, fiber, and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (15)
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T-Mobile Home Internet vs. EarthLink at a glance

Measure	T-Mobile Home Internet	EarthLink
Available to	305.1 million people in 51 states	267.1 million people in 49 states
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%	Fixed wireless 84%, fiber 43%, DSL 42%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,000 Mbps	5,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	498 Mbps	5,000 Mbps
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)	3.4 of 5 (15 reviews)
Rated for speed	3.9 of 5	2.9 of 5
Rated for price	4.1 of 5	2.9 of 5
Where both are offered	About 257.7 million people (96% of EarthLink's area); EarthLink is faster for 58% of them, the same top speed for 30%

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 EarthLink are available

T-Mobile Home Internet and EarthLink 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, EarthLink serves 270,850,292 residents in 41,582 cities and 2,954 counties in 49 states, with a presence in population centers such as New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA; and Chicago, IL.

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

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

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. EarthLink Speeds and Technology

T-Mobile Home Internet and EarthLink 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, EarthLink offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 1,526 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, EarthLink’s top-tier Fiber is available to 42.5% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. EarthLink Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for T-Mobile Home Internet and EarthLink, 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. EarthLink Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet and EarthLink based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

When comparing customer satisfaction, T-Mobile Home Internet earns an overall rating of 4.01 / 5 stars from 341 customer reviews, while EarthLink maintains a 3.40 / 5 rating from 15 reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet outperforms EarthLink by 0.6 points in overall satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet’s best-rated service is their Fixed Wireless offering at 4.01 / 5 stars, compared to EarthLink’s highest-rated service, Fiber, at 3.67 / 5 stars.

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. EarthLink 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"

EarthLink

From 11 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Fast speeds: praised in 4 of 11 written reviews (3 call it slow). "connection speed is awesome, no buffering"
• Good value: praised in 3 of 11 written reviews. "The price is manageable at around $90 per month"

Cons

• Poor customer service: a complaint in 3 of 11 written reviews. "Your customer service sucks"
• Slow uploads: 30 Mbps up on its 300 Mbps plan.
• Data caps on some plans.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. EarthLink Top Cities

T-Mobile Home Internet serves 50,478 cities while EarthLink is available in 41,582 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.