Which is better, TWN Communications or Central Texas Telephone Cooperative?

Central Texas Telephone Cooperative is faster where you can get it, but TWN Communications reaches 270 times as many people, so at most addresses TWN Communications is the one on offer. Where both are offered (about 241 people), Central Texas Telephone Cooperative has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterCentral Texas Telephone CooperativeFaster for 100% 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 (9 and 2).

Available to more peopleTWN Communications3.8 million people in 4 states, vs 14,235 in 1 state.

TWN Communications
Price: $49.95 - $119.95 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fixed wireless and fiber
Rating (Reviews): (9)
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Central Texas Telephone Cooperative
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (2)
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TWN Communications vs. Central Texas Telephone Cooperative at a glance

Measure	TWN Communications	Central Texas Telephone Cooperative
Available to	3.8 million people in 4 states	14,235 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fixed wireless 100%, fiber 2.2%	Fiber 100%, DSL 9.3%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	2,000 Mbps	Not listed
Starting price	$49.95 a month	Not listed
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	$1,199 (5 Mbps plan)	Not listed
Customer rating	3.8 of 5 (9 reviews)	4.0 of 5 (2 reviews)
Rated for speed	3.9 of 5	4.0 of 5
Rated for price	3.2 of 5	4.5 of 5
Where both are offered	About 241 people (1.7% of Central Texas Telephone Cooperative's area); Central Texas Telephone Cooperative 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 TWN Communications and Central Texas Telephone Cooperative are available

TWN Communications and Central Texas 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.

TWN Communications currently offers internet service in 864 cities and 113 counties across 4 states, reaching approximately 3,843,789 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Tucson, AZ; Albuquerque, NM; and Lubbock, TX. By comparison, Central Texas Telephone Cooperative serves 14,237 residents in 66 cities and 13 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as San Saba, TX; Goldthwaite, TX; and Evant, TX.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: TWN Communications coverage map and Central Texas Telephone Cooperative coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether TWN Communications, Central Texas Telephone Cooperative or both are offered at your home.

TWN Communications vs. Central Texas Telephone Cooperative Speeds and Technology

TWN Communications and Central Texas 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, Central Texas Telephone Cooperative offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 1,000 Mbps compared to TWN Communications’s average speed of 43 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. TWN Communications’s premium Fiber service reaches 2.2% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Central Texas 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.

TWN Communications vs. Central Texas Telephone Cooperative Plans and Prices

Below are the current internet plans and pricing details for TWN Communications, drawn from our independently maintained pricing database. The source and verification date for each provider's plans are noted beneath the table. Unfortunately, Central Texas Telephone Cooperative 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 Central Texas Telephone Cooperative, 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.

TWN Communications vs. Central Texas Telephone Cooperative Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate TWN Communications and Central Texas Telephone Cooperative based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

When comparing customer satisfaction, TWN Communications earns an overall rating of 3.78 / 5 stars from 9 customer reviews, while Central Texas Telephone Cooperative maintains a 4.00 / 5 rating from 2 reviews. Central Texas Telephone Cooperative outperforms TWN Communications by 0.2 points in overall satisfaction. TWN Communications’s best-rated service is their Fiber offering at 4.40 / 5 stars, compared to Central Texas Telephone Cooperative’s highest-rated service, Fiber, at 4.00 / 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.

TWN Communications vs. Central Texas Telephone Cooperative Pros and Cons

TWN Communications

From 9 written customer reviews on ISP Reports and our plan data.

Pros

• Easy installation: praised in 4 of 9 written reviews. "installation and support techs were great"
• Fast speeds: praised in 3 of 9 written reviews. "The speed is good"
• Good value: praised in 3 of 9 written reviews. "its also cheaper then our cable one by far"

Cons

Central Texas Telephone Cooperative

No written reviews yet; 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 2.2% for TWN Communications.

Cons

TWN Communications vs. Central Texas Telephone Cooperative Top Cities

TWN Communications serves 864 cities while Central Texas Telephone Cooperative is available in 66 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.