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

Nextlink is faster and cheaper to start where you can get it, but T-Mobile Home Internet reaches 26 times as many people, so at most addresses T-Mobile Home Internet is the one on offer (and it is better rated). Where both are offered (about 10.6 million people), Nextlink has the faster top speed for 92% of homes.

FasterNextlinkTop speed 5,000 Mbps vs 2,000 Mbps; faster for 92% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startNextlinkFrom $40 a month, vs $45.

Better ratedT-Mobile Home Internet4.0 of 5 from 336 reviews, vs 3.0 from 19.

Available to more peopleT-Mobile Home Internet305.1 million people in 51 states, vs 11.6 million in 12 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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Nextlink
Price: $40.00 - $90.00 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 5,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (18)
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T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Nextlink at a glance

Measure	T-Mobile Home Internet	Nextlink
Available to	305.1 million people in 51 states	11.6 million people in 12 states
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%	Fixed wireless 99%, fiber 2.4%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,000 Mbps	5,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	498 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Starting price	$45 a month (promotional), then $55	$40 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	Not listed	$960 (100 Mbps plan)
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (336 reviews)	3.0 of 5 (19 reviews)
Rated for speed	3.9 of 5	2.7 of 5
Rated for price	4.1 of 5	3.0 of 5
Where both are offered	About 10.6 million people (91% of Nextlink's area); Nextlink is faster for 92% of them, the same top speed for 7.7%

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 Nextlink are available

T-Mobile Home Internet and Nextlink 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, Nextlink serves 11,613,400 residents in 5,036 cities and 498 counties in 12 states, with a presence in population centers such as Dallas, TX; Fort Worth, TX; and Omaha, NE.

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

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

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Nextlink Speeds and Technology

T-Mobile Home Internet and Nextlink 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, Nextlink offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 527 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, Nextlink’s top-tier Fiber is available to 2.4% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Nextlink Plans and Prices

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

Compare how real customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet and Nextlink 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 4.02 / 5 stars from 340 customer reviews, while Nextlink maintains a 3.00 / 5 rating from 19 reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet outperforms Nextlink by 1.0 points in overall satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet’s best-rated service is their Fixed Wireless offering at 4.02 / 5 stars, compared to Nextlink’s highest-rated service, Fixed Wireless, at 3.29 / 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. Nextlink 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"

Nextlink

From 12 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Fast speeds: praised in 3 of 12 written reviews. "Our internet speed has always been very good"
• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 92% of those homes.
• Cheaper to start: $40 a month, vs $45 from T-Mobile Home Internet.

Cons

• Outages and drops: a complaint in 8 of 12 written reviews. "My internet has been down for an entire week"
• Poor customer service: a complaint in 6 of 12 written reviews. "No one has called or come by to get it fixed"

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Nextlink Top Cities

T-Mobile Home Internet serves 50,478 cities while Nextlink is available in 5,036 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.