Which is better, Rise Broadband or Optic Loop?

Rise Broadband is faster and available to more people. Where both are offered (about 236,105 people), Rise Broadband has the faster top speed for 40% of homes.

FasterRise BroadbandTop speed 10,000 Mbps vs 1,000 Mbps; faster for 40% 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 (18 and 0).

Available to more peopleRise Broadband14.3 million people in 16 states, vs 238,586 in 1 state.

Rise Broadband
Price: $29.99 - $79.99 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (18)
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Optic Loop
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 50 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Rise Broadband vs. Optic Loop at a glance

Measure	Rise Broadband	Optic Loop
Available to	14.3 million people in 16 states	238,586 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 97%, fiber 7.3%	Fixed wireless 100%, fiber 4.2%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	10,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	1,000 Mbps	Not listed
Starting price	$29.99 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$720 (150 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	2.9 of 5 (18 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	3.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	2.9 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 236,105 people (99% of Optic Loop's area); Rise Broadband is faster for 40% of them, the same top speed for 50%

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 Rise Broadband and Optic Loop are available

Rise Broadband and Optic Loop 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.

Rise Broadband currently offers internet service in 3,003 cities and 347 counties across 16 states, reaching approximately 13,973,991 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; and Salt Lake City, UT. By comparison, Optic Loop serves 238,586 residents in 23 cities and 1 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Ogden, UT; Roy, UT; and North Ogden, UT.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Rise Broadband coverage map and Optic Loop coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Rise Broadband, Optic Loop or both are offered at your home.

Rise Broadband vs. Optic Loop Speeds and Technology

Rise Broadband and Optic Loop 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, Rise Broadband offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 98 Mbps compared to Optic Loop’s average speed of 91 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Rise Broadband’s premium Fiber service reaches 2.0% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Optic Loop’s top-tier Fiber is available to 4.3% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Rise Broadband vs. Optic Loop Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for Rise Broadband, drawn from our independently maintained pricing database. The source and verification date for each provider's plans are noted beneath the table. Unfortunately, Optic Loop 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 Optic Loop, 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.

Rise Broadband vs. Optic Loop Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Rise Broadband and Optic Loop 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.

Rise Broadband vs. Optic Loop Pros and Cons

Rise Broadband

From 14 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Good value: praised in 3 of 14 written reviews. "The speed is decent for the price"
• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 40% of those homes.
• Available to more people: 14.3 million in 16 states, vs 238,586.

Cons

• Outages and drops: a complaint in 7 of 14 written reviews (3 call it reliable). "repeated major multi-day outages and rampant instances of almost constant minor signal cut-out"

Optic Loop

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

Pros

Cons

Rise Broadband vs. Optic Loop Top Cities

Rise Broadband serves 3,003 cities while Optic Loop is available in 23 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.