Which is better, Total Highspeed or Carthage?

Carthage is faster where you can get it, but Total Highspeed reaches 38 times as many people, so at most addresses Total Highspeed is the one on offer. Where both are offered (about 1,765 people), Carthage has the faster top speed for 98% of homes.

FasterCarthageFaster for 98% 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 (1 and 0).

Available to more peopleTotal Highspeed741,117 people in 2 states, vs 19,370 in 1 state.

Total Highspeed
Price: $90.00 - $400.00 / mo.
Speed: 30 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (1)
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Carthage
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and fixed wireless
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Total Highspeed vs. Carthage at a glance

Measure	Total Highspeed	Carthage
Available to	741,117 people in 2 states	19,370 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%, fiber 8%	Fiber 93%, fixed wireless 19%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	940 Mbps	Not listed
Starting price	$90 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$2,160 (3 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	4.0 of 5 (1 reviews)	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	4.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Rated for price	3.0 of 5	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 1,765 people (9.1% of Carthage's area); Carthage is faster for 98% 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 Total Highspeed and Carthage are available

Total Highspeed and Carthage 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.

Total Highspeed currently offers internet service in 303 cities and 25 counties across 2 states, reaching approximately 741,117 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Springfield, MO; Nixa, MO; and Ozark, MO. By comparison, Carthage serves 20,643 residents in 7 cities and 1 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Carthage, MO; Fidelity, MO; and Reeds, MO.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: Total Highspeed coverage map and Carthage coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether Total Highspeed, Carthage or both are offered at your home.

Total Highspeed vs. Carthage Speeds and Technology

Total Highspeed and Carthage 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, Carthage offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 885 Mbps compared to Total Highspeed’s average speed of 108 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. Total Highspeed’s premium Fiber service reaches 8.0% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Carthage’s top-tier Fiber is available to 88.3% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Total Highspeed vs. Carthage Plans and Prices

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

Total Highspeed vs. Carthage Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Total Highspeed and Carthage 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.

Total Highspeed vs. Carthage Pros and Cons

Total Highspeed

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

Pros

• Available to more people: 741,117 in 2 states, vs 19,370.

Cons

Carthage

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

Pros

• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 98% of those homes.
• Mostly fiber: 93% of the homes it serves, vs 8% for Total Highspeed.

Cons

Total Highspeed vs. Carthage Top Cities

Total Highspeed serves 303 cities while Carthage is available in 7 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.