Mobile Hotspot Devices and Modems
Mobile hotspots are data only devices that convert a cellular connection to internet access for getting laptops, tablets, TVs and and gaming systems online. These may also be called Jetpacks, MiFis, Aircards or USB modems - and are generally optimized for a specific cellular carrier.
Globally capable mobile hotspot with a virtual-SIM that allows you to purchase day or monthly passes for "unlimited" international or U.S. use.
Released: July 2019
$119-179
A group of lower end cellular modems with Ethernet out, but lacking features typical in hotspots (such as Wi-Fi or batteries).
Released: January 2017
$115-$179
A basic Cat-4 Band 71 compatible mobile hotspot for T-Mobile without antenna ports.
Released: January 2021
$99.99
T-Mobile's first flagship-level mobile hotspot has Sub6 5G, robust 4G/LTE fallback, but lacks support for mmWave 5G.
Released: December 2020
$336.00
GlocalMe offers global mobile hotspot devices that can utilize virtual-SIM U.S. or global data plans provided by GlocalMe or that can be used with personal SIMs. GlocalMe's U.S. based data plans provide flexible data options up to 100GB.
Released: July 2018
$99-$169
A basic Cat-4 Band 71 compatible mobile hotspot with antenna ports designed primarily for T-Mobile.
Released: August 2020
$54.99
The Franklin T9 hotspot is designed for T-Mobile, and supports Band 71.
Released: November 2019
$90
T-Mobile's mobile hotspot device covering Band 71 and Sprint bands.
Released: May 2020
$90
The Coolpad Surf was made for both T-Mobile and Sprint, it's available with T-Mobile only as part of their free Test Drive program.
Released: January 2019
$50-$60
The HTC 5G Hub was Sprint's first data-only 5G device, and is now discontinued.
Released: May 2019
$600
T-Mobile's connected car mobile hotspot provides internet while driving.
Released: April 2016
$96
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