Which is better, Ethos Broadband or Continental Divide Electric Cooperative?

Continental Divide Electric Cooperative is faster where you can get it, but Ethos Broadband reaches 28 times as many people, so at most addresses Ethos Broadband is the one on offer. Where both are offered (about 13,457 people), Continental Divide Electric Cooperative has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterContinental Divide Electric CooperativeFaster 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 (0 and 0).

Available to more peopleEthos Broadband598,170 people in 6 states, vs 21,243 in 1 state.

Ethos Broadband
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Continental Divide Electric Cooperative
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Ethos Broadband vs. Continental Divide Electric Cooperative at a glance

Measure	Ethos Broadband	Continental Divide Electric Cooperative
Available to	598,170 people in 6 states	21,243 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%	Fiber 100%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	Not listed	Not listed
Starting price	Not listed	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	Not listed	Not listed
Customer rating	No reviews yet	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	No reviews yet	No reviews yet
Rated for price	No reviews yet	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 13,457 people (63% of Continental Divide Electric Cooperative's area); Continental Divide Electric 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 Ethos Broadband and Continental Divide Electric Cooperative are available

Ethos Broadband and Continental Divide Electric 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.

Ethos Broadband currently offers internet service in 353 cities and 43 counties across 6 states, reaching approximately 598,207 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Reno, NV; Albuquerque, NM; and Farmington, NM. By comparison, Continental Divide Electric Cooperative serves 21,243 residents in 16 cities and 2 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Grants, NM; Zuni Pueblo, NM; and Milan, NM.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Ethos Broadband coverage map and Continental Divide Electric Cooperative coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Ethos Broadband, Continental Divide Electric Cooperative or both are offered at your home.

Ethos Broadband vs. Continental Divide Electric Cooperative Speeds and Technology

Ethos Broadband and Continental Divide Electric 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, Continental Divide Electric Cooperative offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 1,000 Mbps compared to Ethos Broadband’s average speed of 176 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Ethos Broadband’s premium Fiber service reaches 0.4% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Continental Divide Electric 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.

Ethos Broadband vs. Continental Divide Electric Cooperative Plans and Prices

Unfortunately, neither Ethos Broadband nor Continental Divide Electric Cooperative has complied with FCC requirements to provide their broadband label data in the required machine-readable format. This lack of transparency from both providers makes it impossible to offer you standardized, accurate plan comparisons. While we await their compliance with these federal consumer protection measures, we recommend visiting their websites or contacting them directly for pricing information.

At ISP Reports, we simplify complex data to help you make informed decisions. Even without standardized pricing data, you can still explore customer reviews, local speed tests, and detailed coverage maps. To discover all available providers at your location, use our comprehensive address search tool

If you represent Ethos Broadband or Continental Divide Electric 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.

Ethos Broadband vs. Continental Divide Electric Cooperative Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Ethos Broadband and Continental Divide Electric Cooperative based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

When comparing customer satisfaction, Ethos Broadband earns an overall rating of / 5 stars from customer reviews, while Continental Divide Electric Cooperative maintains a / 5 rating from reviews. outperforms by points in overall satisfaction. Ethos Broadband’s best-rated service is their offering at / 5 stars, compared to Continental Divide Electric Cooperative’s highest-rated service, , at / 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.

Ethos Broadband vs. Continental Divide Electric Cooperative Pros and Cons

Ethos Broadband

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

Pros

• Available to more people: 598,170 in 6 states, vs 21,243.

Cons

Continental Divide Electric 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 0.4% for Ethos Broadband.

Cons

Ethos Broadband vs. Continental Divide Electric Cooperative Top Cities

Ethos Broadband serves 353 cities while Continental Divide Electric Cooperative is available in 16 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.