Fast internet on the go! TOP 5 mobile routers with 4G support

The wireless router, originally from China, is designed to work with both CDMA communication providers and GSM operators. The device is notable for supporting numerous standards, which allows maximum flexibility to adapt to the current needs of the user.

Initially, the ZTE Jetpack 890L was created under the order of the American mobile operator Verizon, as reported by the corresponding logo on the front of the device case. However, in other latitudes, the router also works without the slightest problems, providing access to the World Wide Web at a speed of 3.1 Mbit/s in CDMA networks, up to 7.2 Mbit/s in 3G networks and 12 Mbit /s in the presence of 4G coverage. The signal reception level is usually high, but it will not be possible to amplify it in the area of poor reception, because there is no output for connecting an external antenna in the arsenal of the model.

In the off state on the front panel of the ZTE Jetpack 890L, it will not immediately be possible to recognize the presence of a display. It is built using OLED technology and serves to display data on the quality of communication, the remaining battery charge, in addition, immediately after turning on the device, the name of the access point and the password to the Wi-Fi network are displayed on it. The same information is duplicated on the sticker from the rear. By the way, the screen on the front of the case is accompanied by a trio of touch control buttons.

The router distributes the Internet to 10 connected devices with a wireless network radius of up to 10 m (indoors). Without energy supply from the outside, he can hold out on a single charge of a battery with a capacity of 1700 mAh for about 4-5 hours. In which case, the battery can be replaced "on the go" with a spare one, and under its "seat" there is a combined R-UIM/SIM slot. The brainchild of ZTE will help to deploy a small wireless network wherever there is an appropriate coverage, be it a hotel, an office, a walk in the park or a trip in transport.

The MHS291L model from the South Korean company Pantech is one of the most long-lasting portable Wi-Fi routers with a record-breaking battery with a capacity of over 4000 mAh. On a single charge of such a powerful battery, the model is able to distribute the Internet for about 12-15 hours in a row.

The router operates in several standards: CDMA 1xEV-DO Rev.A (800/1900 MHz), GSM/UMTS (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) and LTE 4G (700/1700/2100 MHz). Paired with an R-UIM card, data exchange speeds of up to 3.1 Mbit/s are provided, in 3G networks it increases to 14.4 Mbit/s, and in fourth-generation mobile networks it reaches 100 Mbit/s. The number of simultaneous connections when using GSM/UMTS is 10, and when working in CDMA networks — less than 5 clients at a time.

The device is equipped with a dual-band Wi-Fi module. Also among the advantages of the Pantech Jetpack MHS291L is the presence of a connector for connecting an external amplifying antenna. This feature will be useful when using the router in places with poor signal reception quality.

The cherry on the cake in the Pantech Jetpack MHS291L equipment is an informative OLED display that takes the level of user interaction with the device to new qualitative heights. The screen displays the percentage of the remaining battery charge, the signal strength of the base station, moreover, in the menu you can find out about the devices connected to the router and see the password from the wireless network, which eliminates the need to remember it. In the dry balance, investments in a Wi-Fi hotspot devoid of serious disadvantages more than pay off with a long time of battery life and a wide range of features provided by it.

The main specialization of the American company Novatel Wireless is the production of 3G and 4G modems, as well as other wireless solutions for Internet access. One of the most popular products of the brand is a multi-standard portable Wi-Fi hotspot with the model index 4620L, a distinctive feature of which is a confident level of signal reception.

The router is attractive for its versatility — it supports the most popular cellular communication standards (GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, UMTS 1900/2100 MHz, CDMA 800 MHz, 4G LTE 700 MHz). In east european realities, this provides freedom of action in terms of choosing a mobile operator, and on a global scale allows Novatel MiFi 4620L to be used in any corner of the globe, except, perhaps, Antarctica, where there is simply no proper coverage.

The device is made in a compact form factor with a glossy front panel and a matte "back" made of soft-touch plastic. An informative OLED display is located on the front side of the router, which displays data on the signal reception level, the percentage remaining battery charge, the number of active clients (up to 5 devices are supported simultaneously) and other operating parameters of the device. Three control buttons are used to access the functions of the portable access point.

The name of the wireless network and the password to log in to it are written on a sticker under the removable back cover of the router. There is also a slot for a "sim card" and a removable battery with a capacity of 1500 mAh. Depending on the level of user activity, Novatel MiFi 4620L is able to provide 4-6 hours of Internet surfing on a single battery charge. For a longer battery life, you can count on a pair with the closest relative of the model Novatel MiFi 4620LE — a battery of twice the capacity (3000 mAh) is hidden in its "engine compartment".

The LTE standard mobile router from the Chinese company Huawei is made in the image and likeness of an enlarged USB flash drive. The similarity with it is given by the shape of the device body and the removable cap, under which the USB plug is hidden.

Through the Huawei E8372 connector, it connects to a PC or laptop, acting as a USB modem. It also serves to energize the device, since there is no own battery on board the router. In the field, Huawei's brainchild can be powered by a Power Bank, distributing the Internet over a wireless Wi-Fi network to 10 mobile gadgets at the same time.

Multi-coloured LEDs on the front panel of the case serve as indicators of the device's operation. One of them signals an active connection to 2G, 3G or 4G networks, another one shows notifications about messages, and the third one is an indicator of connection to the router of third-party gadgets. Access to the advanced settings of Huawei E8372 opens the functional mobile application Huawei HiLink.

In addition to the usual slot for this kind of device for a "SIM card", under the removable cover of the router, it hides from prying eyes under a microSD memory card. Thanks to its presence, Huawei E8372 can be used as an external data storage device. Finally, if the reception quality is not good enough, 2 sockets for connecting external antennas benefit. The positive qualities of the model are confirmed by a lot of positive feedback from its happy owners.

TP-LINK is one of the largest global players in the field of network equipment production. Therefore, it is not surprising that a wireless router with the M7350 model index is in steady demand among the public.

The secret of the router's practicality lies in the possibility of building a large network in the field — the device parameters state support for connecting up to 15 clients in one sitting. In an open area, the network deployment radius reaches 50 m. At the same time, the access point operates in one of two ranges: 2.4 or 5 GHz.

TP-LINK M7350 does not require "dancing with a tambourine" for the initial configuration of parameters — it is enough to install a "SIM card" (mini-SIM format) into the device and turn it on, in the future the router automatically connects to the network. Access to the detailed settings of the router is opened through the web interface, which, unfortunately, is presented exclusively in English without localization for east european realities.

The company for the SIM card slot in the "under-hood space" of the device is a "seat" for a microSD memory card with a capacity of up to 32 GB inclusive. Any connected device can use the installed drive via SMB and FTP protocols. Between the mentioned slots and the removable cover of the case there is a battery with a capacity of 2550 mAh, together with which we can talk about 10 hours of battery life of the TP-LINK M7350. In turn, the glossy front panel of the wireless access point boasts a 1.4-inch screen. The symbiosis of the advantages of the model puts it in the light of a faithful companion when traveling or traveling to the country, as well as as a "lifesaver" for the house in case of unforeseen disconnections of the wired Internet by a service provider.