Which is better, Verizon or Five Area Telephone Cooperative?

Five Area Telephone Cooperative is faster where you can get it, but Verizon reaches 20,195 times as many people, so at most addresses Verizon is the one on offer (and it is cheaper to start). Where both are offered (about 6,750 people), Five Area Telephone Cooperative has the faster top speed for 99% of homes.

FasterFive Area Telephone CooperativeFaster for 99% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startVerizonFrom $49.99 a month, vs $75.

Better ratedToo close to callToo few reviews to compare yet (802 and 0).

Available to more peopleVerizon282.2 million people in 49 states, vs 13,976 in 1 state.

Verizon
Price: $49.99 - $119.99 / mo.
Speed: 25 - 2,300 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (816)
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Five Area Telephone Cooperative
Price: $75.00 - $110.00 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and fixed wireless
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Verizon vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative at a glance

Measure	Verizon	Five Area Telephone Cooperative
Available to	282.2 million people in 49 states	13,976 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 93%, fiber 15%	Fiber 93%, fixed wireless 9.5%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,300 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	5,000 Mbps down, 5,000 Mbps up	1,000 Mbps down, 1,000 Mbps up
Starting price	$49.99 a month	$75 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$1,200 (300 Mbps plan)	$1,800 (250 Mbps plan)
Customer rating	3.8 of 5 (802 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	4.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	3.5 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 6,750 people (48% of Five Area Telephone Cooperative's area); Five Area Telephone Cooperative is faster for 99% 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 Verizon and Five Area Telephone Cooperative are available

Verizon and Five Area 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.

Verizon currently offers internet service in 41,951 cities and 2,829 counties across 49 states, reaching approximately 282,939,228 residents. Their service area includes major markets like New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA; and Chicago, IL. By comparison, Five Area Telephone Cooperative serves 14,317 residents in 32 cities and 7 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Muleshoe, TX; Olton, TX; and Earth, TX.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Verizon coverage map and Five Area Telephone Cooperative coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Verizon, Five Area Telephone Cooperative or both are offered at your home.

Verizon vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Speeds and Technology

Verizon and Five Area 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, Five Area Telephone Cooperative offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 916 Mbps compared to Verizon’s average speed of 499 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Verizon’s premium Fiber service reaches 14.7% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Five Area Telephone Cooperative’s top-tier Fiber is available to 91.5% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Verizon vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for Verizon and Five Area Telephone Cooperative, 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.

Verizon vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Verizon and Five Area 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.

Verizon vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Pros and Cons

Verizon

From 455 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Fast speeds: praised in 205 of 455 written reviews (61 call it slow). "overall speeds are fast"
• Reliable connection: praised in 189 of 455 written reviews (58 report outages). "My provider gives me reliable service"
• Good value: praised in 137 of 455 written reviews (95 call it overpriced). "the robust performance and stability make it well worth the investment"

Cons

• Bills that go up: a complaint in 30 of 455 written reviews. "It goes up every year"

Five Area Telephone Cooperative

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

Pros

• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 99% of those homes.
• Mostly fiber: 93% of the homes it serves, vs 15% for Verizon.

Cons

Verizon vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Top Cities

Verizon serves 41,951 cities while Five Area Telephone Cooperative is available in 32 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.