Cellular Data Devices & Networking Gear
Cellular data devices take a cellular connection and convert it to an internet connection. These can include portable mobile hotspots, cellular embedded routers, adapters and more.
In this category, we also track multi-WAN non-cellular routers that might be useful in a mobile setup.
Guide: Hotspots or Routers? Guide: Selecting Hotspots Guide: Selecting Routers
The InvisaGig is a cellular adapter that provides a 5G cellular data connection to almost any Ethernet device.
Released: May 2023
$649
MikroTik makes a large variety of routers and networking devices and provides the hardware that many of WiFiRanger's routers are built upon.
Released: December 2015
$64-139
Cellular systems with Wi-Fi extending for cruisers who are not planning to venture far enough off shore to require satellite.
Released: April 2016
$760-$1245
A multi-WAN cellular router with Wi-Fi 6 support and either a Cat-16 or a Cat-19/5G (X62) modem.
Released: May 2023
$469-$519
Teltonika mobile cellular routers provide robust features but only a few models have advanced modems.
Released: April 2019
$199-$700
The Wavemaker series is a line of 5G enterprise routers from Inseego.
Released: January 2022
$350-$1299
Routica offers the Explorer series of cellular embedded routers designed for the RV and boat market
Released: January 2023
$599-$999
GL-iNet routers, both cellular and non-cellular, striking a balance between cost and functionality.
Released: July 2017
$29-$519
MoFi's cellular embedded routers that come with a variety of embedded modem options.
Released: April 2016
$150-$650
Peplink's next generation cellular embedded router series offering Wi-Fi 6, advanced LAN features, 5G and LTE models.
Released: October 2021
$699-$2899
Peplink offers many cellular embedded routers from consumer to enterprise level. Start here for an overview of the Pepwave product line-up.
Released: March 2015
The Netgear Nighthawk M7 Pro is AT&T's flagship 5G mobile hotspot device featuring antenna ports, Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7. It's one of our Top Picks.
Released: September 2024
$449
T-Mobile's home and small business data plans and gateway routers come with fixed-location and expensive mobile options.
Released: September 2020
$25-$160
Winegard's line of WiFiRanger rooftop routers featuring long-range dual-band Wi-Fi capabilities and integrated cellular modems.
Released: October 2019
$600-$900
A simple, low-performance 5G USB modem for the T-Mobile network
Released: October 2024
$96
Overview of WiFiRanger and Winegard's line of connectivity gear and routers.
Released: March 2020
Designed by an RVer, the Insty Connect system combines an integrated exterior cellular modem and MIMO antenna assembly with an interior router with custom firmware. They also offer data plans for their system using Verizon and/or T-Mobile networks.
Released: February 2021
$599+
Winegard's dome with cellular, Wi-Fi, and OTA TV antennas - with optional cellular routers and Wi-Fi extender solution including the Gateway and WiFiRanger Osprey.
Released: September 2019
$159-$999
Winnebago Connect is a fully integrated cellular, WiFi, smart control, and RV automation system that also offers cellular connectivity.
Released: August 2024
$99-$119
The Orbic Speed 5G hotspots are both sold by Verizon.
Released: March 2022
$199-$299
Cellular-based home internet service providing a router and unlimited data for fixed locations only.
Released: July 2020
$25-$240
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