Which is better, West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative or Five Area Telephone Cooperative?

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative is faster and available to more people. Where both are offered (about 398 people), West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative has the faster top speed for 100% of homes.

FasterWest Texas Rural Telephone CooperativeTop speed 2,500 Mbps vs 1,000 Mbps; faster 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 (0 and 0).

Available to more peopleWest Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative30,552 people in 1 state, vs 13,976 in 1 state.

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative
Price: Unavailable, please see site for details
Speed: 2,500 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and DSL
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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Five Area Telephone Cooperative
Price: $75.00 - $110.00 / mo.
Speed: 10 - 1,000 Mbps
Internet Type: Fiber and fixed wireless
Rating (Reviews): (0)
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West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative at a glance

Measure	West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative	Five Area Telephone Cooperative
Available to	30,552 people in 1 state	13,976 people in 1 state
Main technology	Fiber 100%, DSL 3.3%	Fiber 93%, fixed wireless 9.5%
Top download speed filed with the FCC	2,500 Mbps	1,000 Mbps
Fastest plan we list	Not listed	1,000 Mbps down, 1,000 Mbps up
Starting price	Not listed	$75 a month
Cheapest plan, first 2 years	Not listed	$1,800 (250 Mbps plan)
Customer rating	No reviews yet	No reviews yet
Rated for speed	No reviews yet	No reviews yet
Rated for price	No reviews yet	No reviews yet
Where both are offered	About 398 people (2.8% of Five Area Telephone Cooperative's area); West Texas Rural 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 West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative and Five Area Telephone Cooperative are available

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative and Five Area 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.

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative currently offers internet service in 22 cities and 6 counties across 1 state, reaching approximately 30,552 residents. Their service area includes major markets like Hereford, TX; Friona, TX; and Amarillo, TX. By comparison, Five Area Telephone Cooperative serves 14,317 residents in 32 cities and 7 counties in 1 state, with a presence in population centers such as Muleshoe, TX; Olton, TX; and Earth, TX.

Each provider’s own page has its full coverage map, county by county: West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative coverage map and Five Area Telephone Cooperative coverage map.

Availability changes from one street to the next. Check your address to see whether West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative, Five Area Telephone Cooperative or both are offered at your home.

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Speeds and Technology

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative and Five Area 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, West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative offers higher overall speeds, with speeds for most covered areas averaging 2,500 Mbps compared to Five Area Telephone Cooperative’s average speed of 916 Mbps.

The availability of each provider’s fastest technology varies significantly by location. West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative’s premium Fiber service reaches 100.0% of their coverage area. Meanwhile, Five Area Telephone Cooperative’s top-tier Fiber is available to 91.5% of their footprint. Even within the same technology type, speed offerings can vary based on local infrastructure investments.

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Plans and Prices

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

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Customer Ratings and Reviews

Compare how real customers rate West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative and Five Area Telephone Cooperative based on our comprehensive database of verified customer reviews across all service types.

When comparing customer satisfaction, West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative earns an overall rating of / 5 stars from customer reviews, while Five Area Telephone Cooperative maintains a / 5 rating from reviews. outperforms by points in overall satisfaction. West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative’s best-rated service is their offering at / 5 stars, compared to Five Area Telephone Cooperative’s highest-rated service, , at / 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.

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Pros and Cons

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative

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• Faster where both are offered: the faster top speed for 100% of those homes.

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Five Area Telephone Cooperative

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West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative vs. Five Area Telephone Cooperative Top Cities

West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative serves 22 cities while Five Area Telephone Cooperative is available in 32 cities nationwide. The tables below highlight their largest markets and areas where customers can choose between both providers.