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

TDS is faster where you can get it, but T-Mobile Home Internet reaches 85 times as many people, so at most addresses T-Mobile Home Internet is the one on offer (and it is better rated and cheaper to start). Where both are offered (about 3.2 million people), TDS has the faster top speed for 93% of homes.

FasterTDSTop speed 8,000 Mbps vs 2,000 Mbps; faster for 93% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startT-Mobile Home InternetFrom $45 a month (promotional), then $55, vs $74.99.

Better ratedT-Mobile Home Internet4.0 of 5 from 336 reviews, vs 3.0 from 38.

Available to more peopleT-Mobile Home Internet305.1 million people in 51 states, vs 3.6 million in 31 states.

T-Mobile Home Internet
Price: $45.00 - $65.00 / mo.
Speed: 25 - 2,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (317)
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TDS
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 10 - 8,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber, cable, and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (37)
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T-Mobile Home Internet vs. TDS at a glance

Measure	T-Mobile Home Internet	TDS
Available to	305.1 million people in 51 states	3.6 million people in 31 states
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%	Fiber 71%, cable 23%, DSL 22%
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	$74.99 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	Not listed	$1,800 (100 Mbps plan)
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (336 reviews)	3.0 of 5 (38 reviews)
Rated for speed	3.9 of 5	3.2 of 5
Rated for price	4.1 of 5	2.9 of 5
Where both are offered	About 3.2 million people (91% of TDS's area); TDS is faster for 93% 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 TDS are available

T-Mobile Home Internet and TDS 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, TDS serves 3,658,334 residents in 1,933 cities and 297 counties in 31 states, with a presence in population centers such as Madison, WI; Nashville, TN; and Charlotte, NC.

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

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. TDS Speeds and Technology

T-Mobile Home Internet and TDS 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, TDS offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 3,704 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, TDS’s top-tier Fiber is available to 69.8% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. TDS Plans and Prices

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

Compare how real customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet and TDS 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 336 customer reviews, while TDS maintains a 3.05 / 5 rating from 38 reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet outperforms TDS by 1.0 points in overall satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet’s best-rated service is their Fixed Wireless offering at 4.01 / 5 stars, compared to TDS’s highest-rated service, Fiber, at 3.53 / 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. TDS 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"

TDS

From 25 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Good value: praised in 7 of 25 written reviews. "The price and speed are great"
• Easy installation: praised in 4 of 25 written reviews. "Their technicians are almost always timely and have been very knowledgeable"

Cons

• Outages and drops: a complaint in 8 of 25 written reviews (6 call it reliable). "if it rains to hard sometimes the internet goes down"
• Poor customer service: a complaint in 8 of 25 written reviews (4 praise the service). "Customer service is horrible"
• Slower than promised: a complaint in 7 of 25 written reviews (4 call it fast). "their speed offerings are very poor"

T-Mobile Home Internet vs. TDS Top Cities

T-Mobile Home Internet serves 50,478 cities while TDS is available in 1,933 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.