Welcome to 2023, a year where remote jobs are just as a hot as they were at the peak of the pandemic. We know everyone loves being able to be remote and work from home, which I certainly do not blame. But if you have worked long enough as a remote employee pre-pandemic, then you likely encountered the annoying issue of your internet connection going down mid-day.
After at first running to your router and modem to do a hard reboot, you may find yourself resigning to desperation of staying in your pajamas and pulling your smartphone out to hope you have enough data to run your mobile hotspot (if your provider even offers a hotspot). If you are lucky enough to be successful to connect, your mind then wonders to the next issue, do you have enough data to last for the rest your work day, or you may find yourself running to a local coffee shop.
Well, those days do not have exist anymore. You can find and buy a dedicated mobile hotspot that will not run your phone out of data and allows you to easily add more data if needed. The sweet deal can be a life changer, especially if you live in an area where weather can knock out your internet connection for periods of time.
Now here is the possible kicker, how do you know which one to pick? That is where this guide comes into play, as I try to find different ones that may fit your different needs and includes budget considerations as those can make or break you.
Here are a few different options to pick from if you are on the hunt for one.
T-Mobile Franklin T9 Mobile Hotspot 4G LTE Wireless WiFi
$23.95
T-9 is one of the more budget models, though a SIM card is not included which is likely what helps to keep it more budget friendly. With its integrated Wi-Fi AP, the LTE mobile hotspot T9 can support 15 device connections at once. T9 offers seamless wireless data connection whenever needed, wherever it goes, thanks to advanced LTE technology and multi band support. You may easily recognize the state of their device's service thanks to the nice OLED display's distinctive icons and text panel. You can easily carry it everywhere because to its chic, pocket-sized, semi-rugged design.
Total by Verizon Konnection 4G LTE Prepaid Mobile HotSpot
$43.89
SIM card is also included in this locked, prepaid device. Unlike the 2 previous listed models, this one is for prepaid only and may be a good fit for those who are not fans of contracts or may not be able to get approved for one. It requires a 30 day prepaid plan and allows you to connect up to 16 devices at once. The battery life isn't great, with it lasting up to 7 hours on one charge.
AT&T Prepaid MOXEE K779 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot
$54.49
This one does include a SIM card, hence why the price is higher. You can use AT&T or FirstNet as the provider for this device. With download rates of 150 Mbps, a color display and being small, portable, and simple to use, it may be the right fit for you. It has a long battery life allows for hours of connectivity constant, lightning-fast, and portable internet connection.
SIMO Solis Lite 4G LTE WiFi Mobile Hotspot
$139.99
This one is a bit higher than the first 3, but that is expected from a device that supports both local and international coverage. No SIM card or contract is required for this fun looking hotspot, as it uses a virtual SIM and can connect you to muiltiple carries. You can connect up to 10 devices at once and it's battery life is suppose to last up to 16+ hours on one charge.
NETGEAR Nighthawk M1 4G LTE WiFi Mobile Hotspot
$287.97
This one is the highest priced, but it comes with good recommendations and can be used with almost any carrier SIM. Sadly that means you do have to purchase your own, and it does not work with Sprint legacy network. AT&T and T-Mobile are the ones that NETGEAR suggests. You can connect up to 20 devices at once, features a 5040mAH rechargeable battery that they say lasts up to 13 hours on a single charge.
Have you tried any of these 5 mobile hotspots, and what did you think of it? Or perhaps you have a different one that you used and adored? Share in the comments below.
