Unwired Access vs. TDS Telecom

Old cable internet vs. next-generation 6G wireless — here's the difference.

  Modern. Wireless. Private.

Unwired Access uses secure, licensed wireless frequencies — no buried copper, no shared neighborhood traffic, and no slowdown during peak hours. We provide consistent speeds and local support you can count on.

  Old Cable. Shared Speeds. Wet Wires.

TDS Telecom delivers internet over 30+ year old coaxial cable buried in the ground. It’s prone to slowdowns, water damage, and neighborhood congestion — and service often suffers when it rains or during peak hours.

  Performance & Technology

Feature Unwired Access TDS Telecom
Network Type Licensed 6G wireless Old copper coax cable
Peak Hour Speeds Consistent, private connection Slows down when neighbors are online
Weather Resistance No buried lines to get wet or cut Known issues during rain or moisture
Latency < 30ms — great for video calls & gaming Higher and less stable

  Support & Service

Category Unwired Access TDS Telecom
Customer Support Friendly, local team 800 number with national call center
Response Time Often same-day service 1–3 days or more for a tech visit
Outage Handling Quick local response Slow to acknowledge or resolve

  Pricing & Transparency

Item Unwired Access TDS Telecom
Installation Fee $0 Often $99+ setup
Equipment Charges Included Extra monthly fee
Monthly Charges Locked. Our prices never change. Regularly change without notice
Data Limits Unlimited usage Usually unlimited, but check your fine print

  We’re Local and We Show Up

We live and work right here in the community. If something goes wrong, we can often get a technician out the same day — no long hold times or call center ping-pong.

  They’re Big and Distant

TDS Telecom is a large, nationwide cable provider. Expect long response times, impersonal service, and a lot of frustration before you ever talk to someone who can help.

Ditch the Cable. Go Wireless. Stay Fast.

You don’t have to settle for old wires, hidden fees, and slow support. Experience secure, modern internet with Unwired Access today.

  Make the Switch