Which is better, T-Mobile Home Internet or Northwest Communications?

Northwest Communications is faster where you can get it, but T-Mobile Home Internet reaches 6,414 times as many people, so at most addresses T-Mobile Home Internet is the one on offer (and it is cheaper to start). Where both are offered (about 46,814 people), Northwest Communications has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterNorthwest CommunicationsTop speed 5,000 Mbps vs 2,000 Mbps; faster for 100% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startT-Mobile Home InternetFrom $45 a month (promotional), then $55, vs $59.95.

Better ratedToo close to callToo few reviews to compare yet (336 and 0).

Available to more peopleT-Mobile Home Internet305.1 million people in 51 states, vs 47,575 in 1 state.

T-Mobile Home Internet
Price: $55.00 - $75.00 / mo.
Speed: 25 - 2,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (342)
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Northwest Communications
Price: $59.95 - $199.95 / mo.
Speed: 100 - 5,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and cable
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Northwest Communications at a glance

Measure	T-Mobile Home Internet	Northwest Communications
Available to	305.1 million people in 51 states	47,575 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%	Fiber 100%, cable 27%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,000 Mbps	5,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	498 Mbps	5,000 Mbps down, 1,000 Mbps up
Starting price	$45 a month (promotional), then $55	$59.95 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	Not listed	$1,439 (25 Mbps plan)
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (336 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	3.9 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	4.1 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 46,814 people (98% of Northwest Communications's area); Northwest Communications 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 T-Mobile Home Internet and Northwest Communications are available

T-Mobile Home Internet and Northwest Communications 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, Northwest Communications serves 49,619 residents in 35 cities and 3 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Minneapolis, MN; New Richmond, WI; and Somerset, WI.

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

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

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Northwest Communications Speeds and Technology

T-Mobile Home Internet and Northwest Communications 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, Northwest Communications offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 4,798 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, Northwest Communications’s top-tier Fiber is available to 95.9% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Northwest Communications Plans and Prices

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

Compare how real customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet and Northwest Communications 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.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Northwest Communications 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"

Northwest Communications

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% for T-Mobile Home Internet.

Cons

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Northwest Communications Top Cities

T-Mobile Home Internet serves 50,478 cities while Northwest Communications is available in 35 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.