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

Optimum is faster and cheaper to start where you can get it, but T-Mobile Home Internet reaches 15 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 19.8 million people), Optimum has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterOptimumTop speed 8,000 Mbps vs 2,000 Mbps; faster for 100% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startOptimumFrom $30 a month (promotional), then $75, vs $45.

Better ratedT-Mobile Home Internet4.0 of 5 from 336 reviews, vs 3.1 from 275.

Available to more peopleT-Mobile Home Internet305.1 million people in 51 states, vs 20.8 million in 21 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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Optimum
Price: $35.00 - $300.00 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 8,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Cable and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (267)
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T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Optimum at a glance

Measure	T-Mobile Home Internet	Optimum
Available to	305.1 million people in 51 states	20.8 million people in 21 states
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%	Cable 100%, fiber 57%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,000 Mbps	8,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	498 Mbps	8,000 Mbps down, 8,000 Mbps up
Starting price	$45 a month (promotional), then $55	$30 a month (promotional), then $75
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	Not listed	Not listed
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (336 reviews)	3.1 of 5 (275 reviews)
Rated for speed	3.9 of 5	3.5 of 5
Rated for price	4.1 of 5	2.8 of 5
Where both are offered	About 19.8 million people (95% of Optimum's area); Optimum 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 Optimum are available

T-Mobile Home Internet and Optimum 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, Optimum serves 20,813,462 residents in 3,300 cities and 356 counties in 21 states, with a presence in population centers such as New York, NY; Brooklyn, NY; and Bronx, NY.

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

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

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Optimum Speeds and Technology

T-Mobile Home Internet and Optimum 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, Optimum offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 4,833 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, Optimum’s top-tier Fiber is available to 57.1% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Optimum Plans and Prices

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

Compare how real customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet and Optimum 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 4.01 / 5 stars from 341 customer reviews, while Optimum maintains a 3.09 / 5 rating from 279 reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet outperforms Optimum by 0.9 points in overall satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet’s best-rated service is their Fixed Wireless offering at 4.01 / 5 stars, compared to Optimum’s highest-rated service, Fiber, at 3.40 / 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. Optimum 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"

Optimum

From 175 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Fast speeds: praised in 59 of 175 written reviews (39 call it slow). "the connection and internet speeds have been surprisingly good"
• Easy installation: praised in 18 of 175 written reviews (11 had install trouble). "the installation was fast and easy"

Cons

• Poor customer service: a complaint in 56 of 175 written reviews (22 praise the service). "the representatives read from scripts and are painfully difficult to understand"
• Outages and drops: a complaint in 54 of 175 written reviews (34 call it reliable). "I have constant outages in my area"
• Expensive for what you get: a complaint in 51 of 175 written reviews (31 call it good value). "The pricing is a bit expensive every month"
• Promotional price: starts at $30 a month, rises to $75 after the promotion.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. Optimum Top Cities

T-Mobile Home Internet serves 50,478 cities while Optimum is available in 3,300 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.