Which is better, TDS or Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative?

TDS is faster and available to more people. Where both are offered (about 53,651 people), TDS has the faster top speed for 38% of homes.

FasterTDSTop speed 8,000 Mbps vs 1,000 Mbps; faster for 38% 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 (38 and 1).

Available to more peopleTDS3.6 million people in 31 states, vs 63,984 in 2 states.

TDS
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 10 - 8,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber, cable, and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (39)
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Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless, fiber, and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (1)
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TDS vs. Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative at a glance

Measure	TDS	Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative
Available to	3.6 million people in 31 states	63,984 people in 2 states
Main technology	Fiber 71%, cable 23%, DSL 22%	Fixed wireless 70%, fiber 48%, DSL 6.3%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	8,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	8,000 Mbps down, 8,000 Mbps up	Not listed
Starting price	$74.99 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$1,800 (100 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	3.0 of 5 (38 reviews)	2.0 of 5 (1 reviews)
Rated for speed	3.2 of 5	2.0 of 5
Rated for price	2.9 of 5	3.0 of 5
Where both are offered	About 53,651 people (84% of Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative's area); TDS is faster for 38% of them, the same top speed for 62%

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 TDS and Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative are available

TDS and Leaco Rural 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.

TDS currently offers internet service in 1,933 cities and 297 counties across 31 states, reaching approximately 3,658,334 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Madison, WI; Nashville, TN; and Charlotte, NC. By comparison, Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative serves 65,204 residents in 21 cities and 3 counties in 2 states, with a presence in population centers such as Hobbs, NM; Lovington, NM; and North Hobbs, NM.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: TDS coverage map and Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether TDS, Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative or both are offered at your home.

TDS vs. Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative Speeds and Technology

TDS and Leaco Rural 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, TDS offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 3,704 Mbps compared to Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative’s average speed of 478 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. TDS’s premium Fiber service reaches 69.8% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative’s top-tier Fiber is available to 47.3% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

TDS vs. Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for TDS, drawn from our independently maintained pricing database. The source and verification date for each provider's plans are noted beneath the table. Unfortunately, Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative 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 Leaco Rural Telephone 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.

TDS vs. Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate TDS and Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

When comparing customer satisfaction, TDS earns an overall rating of 3.10 / 5 stars from 39 customer reviews, while Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative maintains a 2.00 / 5 rating from 1 reviews. TDS outperforms Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative by 1.1 points in overall satisfaction. TDS’s best-rated service is their Fiber offering at 3.63 / 5 stars, compared to Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative’s highest-rated service, Fiber, at 2.00 / 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.

TDS vs. Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative Pros and Cons

TDS

From 25 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Good value: praised in 7 of 25 written reviews. "The price and speed are great"
• Easy installation: praised in 4 of 25 written reviews. "Their technicians are almost always timely and have been very knowledgeable"

Cons

• Outages and drops: a complaint in 8 of 25 written reviews (6 call it reliable). "if it rains to hard sometimes the internet goes down"
• Poor customer service: a complaint in 8 of 25 written reviews (4 praise the service). "Customer service is horrible"
• Slower than promised: a complaint in 7 of 25 written reviews (4 call it fast). "their speed offerings are very poor"

Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative

Too few written reviews to sum up yet (1); these lines come from our data.

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TDS vs. Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative Top Cities

TDS serves 1,933 cities while Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative is available in 21 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.