Which is better, Total Highspeed or Critical Links?

Critical Links is cheaper to start where you can get it, but Total Highspeed reaches 41 times as many people, so at most addresses Total Highspeed is the one on offer (and it is faster). Where both are offered (about 17,973 people), Total Highspeed has the faster top speed for 71% of homes.

FasterTotal HighspeedTop speed 1,000 Mbps vs 100 Mbps; faster for 71% of homes where both are offered.

Cheaper to startCritical LinksFrom $59 a month, vs $90.

Better ratedToo close to callToo few reviews to compare yet (1 and 0).

Available to more peopleTotal Highspeed741,117 people in 2 states, vs 17,973 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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Critical Links
Price: $59.00 - $119.00 / mo.
Speed: 25 - 100 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Total Highspeed vs. Critical Links at a glance

Measure	Total Highspeed	Critical Links
Available to	741,117 people in 2 states	17,973 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%, fiber 8%	Fixed wireless 100%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	1,000 Mbps	100 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	940 Mbps	10 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up
Starting price	$90 a month	$59 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$2,160 (3 Mbps plan)	$1,416 (3 Mbps plan)
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 17,973 people (100% of Critical Links's area); Total Highspeed is faster for 71% 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 Critical Links are available

Total Highspeed and Critical Links 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, Critical Links serves 17,973 residents in 13 cities and 2 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Monett, MO; Purdy, MO; and Verona, MO.

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

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

Total Highspeed vs. Critical Links Speeds and Technology

Total Highspeed and Critical Links 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, Total Highspeed offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 108 Mbps compared to Critical Links’s average speed of 37 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, Critical Links’s top-tier fixed wireless is available to 100.0% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

Total Highspeed vs. Critical Links Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for Total Highspeed and Critical Links, 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.

Total Highspeed vs. Critical Links Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate Total Highspeed and Critical Links 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. Critical Links Pros and Cons

Total Highspeed

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

Pros

• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 71% of those homes.
• Available to more people: 741,117 in 2 states, vs 17,973.

Cons

Critical Links

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

Pros

• Cheaper to start: $59 a month, vs $90 from Total Highspeed.

Cons

Total Highspeed vs. Critical Links Top Cities

Total Highspeed serves 303 cities while Critical Links is available in 13 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.