Which is better, Rise Broadband or Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative?

Rise Broadband is faster, cheaper to start and available to more people. They do not serve the same areas, so you will not usually choose between them.

FasterRise BroadbandTop speed 10,000 Mbps vs 1,000 Mbps.

Cheaper to startRise BroadbandFrom $29.99 a month, vs $47.77.

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 74,778 in 4 states.

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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Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative
Price: $47.77 - $77.77 / mo.
Speed: 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Rise Broadband vs. Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative at a glance

Measure	Rise Broadband	Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative
Available to	14.3 million people in 16 states	74,778 people in 4 states
Main technology	Fixed wireless 97%, fiber 7.3%	Fiber 100%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	10,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	1,000 Mbps	900 Mbps down, 900 Mbps up
Starting price	$29.99 a month	$47.77 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$720 (150 Mbps plan)	$1,146 (150 Mbps plan)
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

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 Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative are available

Rise Broadband and Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative 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, Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative serves 74,778 residents in 115 cities and 13 counties in 4 states, with a presence in population centers such as Texarkana, AR; Nashville, AR; and Fouke, AR.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Rise Broadband coverage map and Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Rise Broadband, Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative or both are offered at your home.

Rise Broadband vs. Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative Speeds and Technology

Rise Broadband and Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative 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, Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 1,000 Mbps compared to Rise Broadband’s average speed of 98 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, Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative’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.

Rise Broadband vs. Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for Rise Broadband and Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative, 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.

Rise Broadband vs. Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Rise Broadband and Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative 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. Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative 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"
• Cheaper to start: $29.99 a month, vs $47.77 from Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative.
• Available to more people: 14.3 million in 16 states, vs 74,778.

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"

Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative

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

Pros

• Mostly fiber: 100% of the homes it serves, vs 7.3% for Rise Broadband.

Cons

Rise Broadband vs. Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative Top Cities

Rise Broadband serves 3,003 cities while Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative is available in 115 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.