Want mobility? That's perfect. Vikings are famous for it! Some set sail in Norwegian fjords, only to be frolicking in Scottish meadows two days later! You won't find a more mobile people among the nations of the world. But, but! Just as a mobile sailor needed a sturdy boat, mobile internet needs a solid base! So, let's look at how to choose the best WiFi router with a SIM card! And the big question: is it a good option for you?
Mobile SIM card router - when is it worth it?
Fiber optic. Only those who have lost it truly appreciate it 😢. Few things have the potential to replace a stable and lightning-fast connection based on fiber optic technology. The problem, however, is that fiber optic is still unavailable in many places in the country, even those that are well-equipped and "spruced up" infrastructurally. Laying fiber optic is quite an expensive undertaking, and everything happens according to the English maxim of step by step.
Mobile internet and a SIM card WiFi router are the panacea for this problem. Why? Because to use it, you only need electricity. And, of course, a SIM card with a purchased internet package.
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A mobile SIM card router is also a very sensible option for people who use the internet irregularly. Examples?
- Remote work – when, for example, we travel a lot around Poland or even Europe and want to be internet-independent when staying in hotels that are not necessarily well-connected.
- Renting holiday apartments which have higher occupancy during the season but lower or none outside of it.
- You typically use the internet for office work and don't consume much of it, but from time to time you get caught up in a binge of multi-season series recommended by a friend who won't leave you alone until you watch that fourth episode of the fifth season because it's so amazing! In that case, mobile internet with no commitment will come in handy.
Mobile SIM card WiFi router - key advantages
A portable SIM card router, as the name suggests, can go with you everywhere, and to make more sense of it, everywhere there is electricity 😉.
In addition, a SIM card WiFi router will provide you with access to very fast and relatively stable internet using 4G LTE technology. In fact, the entire country is already covered by this type of network. This technology is proven, and bandwidth issues can essentially only occur when a given base station is heavily loaded with an excessive number of devices to serve. You might encounter such a phenomenon, for example, during concerts, where each of the 20,000 spectators decides to call their mom or send a photo to friends at the same time.
If your router and SIM card internet plan also provide access to 5G technology, then basically... you'll live like a king. And it's worth noting that 5G is becoming increasingly widespread in Poland!
A WiFi router is also incredibly easy to configure. All the necessary information to do so is on a sticker under the device, and the management panel is usually as simple as a stool. You can easily change your password with it. If you're asking yourself how to check WiFi router speed, you can often do it there too. If not, you can use online tools.
Last but not least – a SIM card internet router will allow you to connect more devices to the network than a standard cable connection. Therefore, it will support not only computers or smartphones but also devices like refrigerators or air purifiers.
WiFi router with SIM card - how does it work?
It's simple, my dear, simple! Just insert the SIM card into the appropriate slot in the router. Then, plug the router into a power outlet, turn on the device with the on/off button, and voilà! There is no drink or food sweeter than the ease of use of something we don't fully understand!
What to look for when choosing a stationary SIM card router?
When choosing a portable SIM card router, it's worth keeping in mind a few key parameters that will allow us to use this tool without hesitation!
First, we mentioned above the possibility of connecting multiple devices to a mobile router. However, some models have limitations in this regard, so it's worth asking about this topic each time or reading the description with parameters.
Second, the antenna is super important. A significant portion of routers have them built-in, while some offer external antennas that can support the router's performance and connection quality, especially in larger rooms.
The third matter is security, and this is an increasingly important selection criterion for equipment. WPA2 level encryption security is already standard, but it's worth looking for devices that support the next evolution, namely WPA3.
Fourth, when choosing a router, make sure it already supports the 5G standard. This is currently the fastest mobile internet available in Poland and can be found more and more often. It offers very fast and stable connections. There's also no need to worry about what happens if we're not in 5G coverage. In such cases, such a router will support connections in 4G LTE technology.
A super useful feature is a LTE router with band aggregation. In a nutshell – the LTE standard operates on several frequencies, of which the router usually selects only one. Equipment with the band aggregation option allows for combining two or even more operating frequencies into one coherent communication channel, which significantly improves internet connection throughput.
And that's it – armed with knowledge, go shopping 🚶!
