Which is better, Frontier or Hardy Telecommunications?

Frontier is faster and available to more people. Where both are offered (about 27,104 people), Frontier has the faster top speed for 74% of homes.

FasterFrontierTop speed 7,000 Mbps vs 1,000 Mbps; faster for 74% 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 (172 and 0).

Available to more peopleFrontier30.4 million people in 26 states, vs 32,099 in 1 state.

Frontier
Price: $44.99 - $124.99 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 7,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (165)
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Hardy Telecommunications
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber, fixed wireless, and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Frontier vs. Hardy Telecommunications at a glance

Measure	Frontier	Hardy Telecommunications
Available to	30.4 million people in 26 states	32,099 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fiber 77%, DSL 46%	Fiber 70%, fixed wireless 41%, DSL 24%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	7,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	7,000 Mbps down, 7,000 Mbps up	Not listed
Starting price	$44.99 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$1,080 (500 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	3.4 of 5 (172 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	3.6 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	3.3 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 27,104 people (84% of Hardy Telecommunications's area); Frontier is faster for 74% 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 Frontier and Hardy Telecommunications are available

Frontier and Hardy Telecommunications 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.

Frontier currently offers internet service in 9,909 cities and 843 counties across 26 states, reaching approximately 31,112,669 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Los Angeles, CA; Riverside, CA; and Tampa, FL. By comparison, Hardy Telecommunications serves 32,828 residents in 55 cities and 4 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Moorefield, WV; Petersburg, WV; and Romney, WV.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Frontier coverage map and Hardy Telecommunications coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Frontier, Hardy Telecommunications or both are offered at your home.

Frontier vs. Hardy Telecommunications Speeds and Technology

Frontier and Hardy Telecommunications 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, Frontier offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 5,021 Mbps compared to Hardy Telecommunications’s average speed of 683 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Frontier’s premium Fiber service reaches 75.8% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Hardy Telecommunications’s top-tier Fiber is available to 68.0% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Frontier vs. Hardy Telecommunications Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for Frontier, drawn from our independently maintained pricing database. The source and verification date for each provider's plans are noted beneath the table. Unfortunately, Hardy Telecommunications has not complied with FCC requirements to provide their broadband label data, limiting transparency and the ability for consumers to make direct comparisons.

If you represent Hardy Telecommunications, 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.

Frontier vs. Hardy Telecommunications Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Frontier and Hardy Telecommunications 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.

Frontier vs. Hardy Telecommunications Pros and Cons

Frontier

From 113 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Reliable connection: praised in 38 of 113 written reviews (24 report outages). "Very reliable internet which is great"
• Fast speeds: praised in 35 of 113 written reviews (27 call it slow). "fast internet is in every corner of the house"
• Good value: praised in 21 of 113 written reviews (17 call it overpriced). "It is also very affordable"

Cons

• Poor customer service: a complaint in 30 of 113 written reviews (20 praise the service). "Customer service not the best"
• Bills that go up: a complaint in 19 of 113 written reviews. "then it goes up to 80 for the second year and 100 after that"
• Equipment problems: a complaint in 6 of 113 written reviews (3 praise the equipment). "the Wi-Fi is quite weak, and sometimes isn't detected by our devices"

Hardy Telecommunications

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

Pros

Cons

Frontier vs. Hardy Telecommunications Top Cities

Frontier serves 9,909 cities while Hardy Telecommunications is available in 55 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.