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Are you looking for a way to lower your internet bill? Or maybe trying to get a better wi-fi performance? Better coverage? Does your gateway fail to deliver the advertised speeds? One thing that could solve all these issues for you is buying a third-party Midco approved modem.<\/b><\/p>\n

Our article is here to tell you everything about the advantages (and disadvantages) of having your own Midco compatible modem. We will talk about potential savings and performance improvements, and give you some tips on what to pay attention to when buying a Midco compatible modem. <\/b><\/p>\n

We also made a nice selection of the best Midco approved modems (wired and wireless), as well as the selection of best routers compatible with Midco fiber service. If you\u2019re just interested in suggestions, scroll down and check out our recommendations.<\/b><\/p>\n

Midco Internet Plans and Services<\/b><\/h2>\n

Midco (aka Midcontinent Communications) is one of the smaller internet providers in the US. Midco services are available in 5 states, but its internet deals, as well as the overall performance of Midco internet, is above-average. The greatest qualities of Midco internet are great speeds, competitive prices, good customer service (compared to other ISPs), stable internet connection, lack of data caps, and the fact that you are not required to sign a contract. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Midco services are available in both Dakotas (North and South), Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Kansas. Depending on the area you live in, you will have different options \u2013 cable, fiber, or fixed wireless internet.<\/span><\/p>\n

Midco\u2019s cable internet covers the largest area – it\u2019s available to almost 1.5 million people. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Midco cable internet coverage map (source \u2013 <\/i><\/b>Broadbandnow<\/i><\/b><\/a>)<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Midco\u2019s fiber network is somewhat smaller. Their fiber services are available to less than 300,000 potential customers, mostly in Minnesota. Their fiber network is now expanding to South and North Dakota. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Midco fiber network coverage map (source \u2013 <\/i><\/b>Broadbandnow<\/i><\/b><\/a>)<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Like <\/span>AT&T<\/span><\/a> and some other internet providers, Midco offers fixed wireless service to customers living in rural areas (mostly in North Dakota). Midco fixed wireless internet is available to almost 200,000 people. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Midco fixed wireless internet coverage map (source \u2013 <\/i><\/b>Broadbandnow<\/i><\/b><\/a>)<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Internet plans and prices<\/b><\/h3>\n

Midco offers a wide variety of internet plans. Their cable internet speeds are on par with other internet providers. The offered speeds range from 25 Mbps<\/a> to 1 Gbps, while the prices vary from $15\/month to $100\/month. Midco also offers promotional prices for new customers. These prices are somewhat lower, but that\u2019s not a permanent deal \u2013 the prices will increase eventually. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Midco cable internet plans and prices<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

The advertised download\/upload speeds are asymmetrical (1 Gbps\/50 Mbps, 500 Mbps\/30 Mbps<\/a>, 200\/20, 100\/10, 50\/5, 25\/2.5), but that\u2019s not a surprise \u2013 you will get similar download\/upload ratios with every cable internet provider. Some ISPs offer even lower upload speeds. <\/span><\/p>\n

Midco fiber internet speeds range from 50 Mbps<\/a> to 5 Gbps. Fiber plans cost the same as cable plans ($75\/month for 1 Gbps, $45\/month for 50 Mbps). Those two ultrafast tiers (2 Gbps, 5 Gbps) are significantly pricier than the rest of the plans. Midco charges $500\/month for 5 Gbps and $200\/month for 2 Gbps. Fiber plans come with much higher upload speeds (50 Mbps<\/a>\/50 Mbps, 1 Gbps\/1 Gbps).<\/span><\/p>\n

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Midco fiber internet plans and prices<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

People living in rural areas (mostly in North Dakota) can opt for one of Midco\u2019s fixed wireless internet plans. The prices for these plans are much higher than for cable and fiber plans, and the speeds are lower. People living in rural areas will not get 1Gig speeds but will have to pay just as much as someone subscribed to Midco Fiber Internet 1 Gig. The advertised speeds vary from 10<\/a> to 50 Mbps, while the prices range from $50\/month to $100\/month. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Midco fixed wireless internet plans<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Data caps<\/b><\/h3>\n

All Midco internet plans (cable, fiber, fixed wireless) do not have data caps. This is one of the reasons why we love Midco and other regional ISPs so much. Or at least most of them. Many internet providers have already introduced data caps (<\/span>Xfinity<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Cox<\/span><\/a>). Some even have outrageously small caps for some plans (<\/span>Sparklight<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Suddenlink<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Mediacom<\/span><\/a>). If you don’t want data caps and have Midco internet service available in your area, you should think about trying it.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contract details<\/b><\/h3>\n

Like most internet providers in the US, Midco doesn\u2019t require you to sign a contract. You just have to pay your bills regularly, and you will have your internet. <\/span><\/p>\n

Modem rental policy <\/b><\/h3>\n

If you want to rent equipment from Midco, you will be charged between $6 and $9.95\/month, depending on the equipment and service you choose. A standard cable modem (without a router) will cost you $6\/month. Midco charges $8\/month for its gateway (modem and router in one device). <\/span><\/p>\n

If you need better coverage and stable wi-fi in every corner of your home, you can also opt for Midco\u2019s Freestyle WiFi service. This service includes installation of Midco gateway and up to two range extenders for better coverage. You will also get the Midco Freestyle app, so you can monitor your wi-fi and make adjustments. The monthly fee for Freestyle WiFi is $9.95. <\/span><\/p>\n

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