topic Re: 5G routers in Mobile Broadband

5G routers

Aido97 — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 21:43:47 GMT

I'm considering buying the 5G router and I'm just wondering if its worth it, I don't get good download/upload In my current space, does it just work essentially like a mobile hotspot? I don't need to have a cable plugged into the wall? (Other than the power supply) it will mainly be used to connect 2 PC's used for gaming/downloading games

Re: 5G routers

James_B — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 08:09:51 GMT

Hi @Aido97,

Welcome to the EE Community. 🙂

Yes, it just requires a power cable. Our Smart 5G Hub works like a home broadband router, but connects to the mobile network rather than your phone line.

Once setup, you can connect up to 64 devices wirelessly.

For more information, please see EE 4G & 5G Hubs.

Hope this helps.

James

Re: 5G routers

Peachey1959 — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 08:39:03 GMT

I have used a 5g router for almost 2 years due to a very slow fixed broadband service where I live. For most purposes it has been brilliant. However, if you are a gamer, EE’s use of a strict NAT prevents on line gaming in a lot of cases.

Re: 5G routers

Aido97 — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 15:32:02 GMT

Thank you for the reply, this has helped

Re: 5G routers

Aido97 — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 15:37:19 GMT

That's helped alot, I think my current network is strict but I'm not 100% sure. I'm struggling to find something decent

thank you

Re: 5G routers

rufusdinky — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 12:43:23 GMT

Is it possible to buy a 5g wifi 2 ad a 5g Smart Hub and use both by swapping the sims between the two devices. I say this because we would keep the smart hub plugged in but then use the wifi 2 if we are out on a remote site with no electricity.

Re: 5G routers

Leanne_T — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 15:39:12 GMT

Hi @rufusdinky

Thanks for coming to the community.

The SIM card should work in any unlocked or EE device 🙂

Leanne.