Build your human-first life.
If you were starting from scratch, these are the five providers we'd choose to make your life as friction-free as possible. Every one ranked for how easy it is to reach a real person.
Google Fiber
US-based agents, fast pickup, no excessive automation. The gold standard for US ISP support - if it's available in your area.
⚠️ Limited to select cities
T-Mobile (US)
"Team of Experts" routes you to a dedicated group rather than a random queue. Shorter waits and more consistent service than the big two.
Duke Energy
US energy is largely regional so your options are limited - but Duke is accessible and covers a large footprint across six states.
⚠️ NC, SC, FL, IN, OH, KY only
Discover
Guarantees US-based customer service. Agents pick up quickly with minimal bot friction - a rare thing in US financial services.
Kaiser Permanente
As both insurer and provider, care queries are simpler to resolve. Member services are accessible and coordination calls often go through without long holds.
⚠️ HMO - available in select states
Picks are based solely on difficulty-to-reach-a-human scores from the HumanLine directory. No sponsorship or affiliate relationships.