Which is better, MetaLINK Technologies or Auburn Essential Services?

Auburn Essential Services is faster where you can get it, but QualStar Communications reaches 30 times as many people, so at most addresses QualStar Communications is the one on offer (and it is cheaper to start). Where both are offered (about 25,506 people), Auburn Essential Services has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterAuburn Essential ServicesFaster for 100% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startQualStar CommunicationsFrom $29.95 a month, vs $54.95.

Better ratedToo close to callToo few reviews to compare yet (2 and 1).

Available to more peopleQualStar Communications770,781 people in 3 states, vs 25,506 in 1 state.

MetaLINK Technologies
Price: $29.95 - $99.95 / mo.
Speed: 25 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (2)
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Auburn Essential Services
Price: $54.95 - $399.95 / mo.
Speed: 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber
Rating (Reviews): (1)
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MetaLINK Technologies vs. Auburn Essential Services at a glance

Measure	MetaLINK Technologies	Auburn Essential Services
Available to	770,781 people in 3 states	25,506 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%, fiber 2%	Fiber 100%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	500 Mbps down, 50 Mbps up	8,000 Mbps down, 8,000 Mbps up
Starting price	$29.95 a month	$54.95 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$719 (25 Mbps plan)	$1,319 (75 Mbps plan)
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (2 reviews)	5.0 of 5 (1 reviews)
Rated for speed	4.0 of 5	5.0 of 5
Rated for price	4.0 of 5	5.0 of 5
Where both are offered	About 25,506 people (100% of Auburn Essential Services's area); Auburn Essential Services 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 MetaLINK Technologies and Auburn Essential Services are available

MetaLINK Technologies and Auburn Essential Services 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.

MetaLINK Technologies currently offers internet service in 323 cities and 25 counties across 3 states, reaching approximately 770,792 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Toledo, OH; Fort Wayne, IN; and Findlay, OH. By comparison, Auburn Essential Services serves 25,506 residents in 9 cities and 1 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Auburn, IN; Garrett, IN; and Auburn Junction, IN.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: MetaLINK Technologies coverage map and Auburn Essential Services coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether MetaLINK Technologies, Auburn Essential Services or both are offered at your home.

MetaLINK Technologies vs. Auburn Essential Services Speeds and Technology

MetaLINK Technologies and Auburn Essential Services 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, Auburn Essential Services offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 1,000 Mbps compared to QualStar Communications’s average speed of 301 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. MetaLINK Technologies’s premium Fiber service reaches 2.0% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Auburn Essential Services’s top-tier Fiber is available to 100.0% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

MetaLINK Technologies vs. Auburn Essential Services Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for MetaLINK Technologies and Auburn Essential Services, 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.

MetaLINK Technologies vs. Auburn Essential Services Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate MetaLINK Technologies and Auburn Essential Services based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

When comparing customer satisfaction, MetaLINK Technologies earns an overall rating of 4.00 / 5 stars from 2 customer reviews, while Auburn Essential Services maintains a 5.00 / 5 rating from 1 reviews. Auburn Essential Services outperforms MetaLINK Technologies by 1.0 points in overall satisfaction. MetaLINK Technologies’s best-rated service is their Fixed Wireless offering at 5.00 / 5 stars, compared to Auburn Essential Services’s highest-rated service, Fiber, at 5.00 / 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.

MetaLINK Technologies vs. Auburn Essential Services Pros and Cons

MetaLINK Technologies

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

Pros

• Cheaper to start: $29.95 a month, vs $54.95 from Auburn Essential Services.
• Available to more people: 770,781 in 3 states, vs 25,506.

Cons

• Slow uploads: 50 Mbps up on its 500 Mbps plan.

Auburn Essential Services

Too few written reviews to sum up yet (1); 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 2% for QualStar Communications.

Cons

MetaLINK Technologies vs. Auburn Essential Services Top Cities

MetaLINK Technologies serves 323 cities while Auburn Essential Services is available in 9 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.