2024 Popular Pocket Wi-Fi Shopping Guide & Recommendation

When travelling abroad for business or leisure, internet access is crucial if you want to reply to messages, and review documents and maps. Travel SIM cards and WIFI eggs are the most popular ways to access the internet. Here's a guide to help you choose the one that’s best for you!

Travel SIM card vs WIFI eg

	Pros	Cons	Suitable for
Travel SIM card	Plug and play; no need to buy additional equipment Some SIM cards can be purchased online or within an app	Using the phone for internet sharing increases power consumption Some network limits can apply, and some cards are not recyclable	Single use No need to connect multiple devices or share a network
WIFI egg	Supports multiple users and devices Relatively low power consumption with WIFI Saves on network costs for multiple users	High specification models are expensive Additional power required for WIFI eggs	Multiple users Frequent travellers and office workers

WIFI Egg recommendations

Value-for-money:

WIFI eggs are available on the market at prices ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. While the more expensive models are fully functional, the cheaper WIFI eggs support 4G LTE networks for stable speed and multi-device connectivity which is sufficient for general use.

Model	Features
TP-Link M7200 150M 4G LTE	The M7200 is powered by Qualcomm's MDM9207 LTE processor supports 4G LTE and Wi-Fi 5 802.11n specifications to provide 150Mbps and 50Mbps upload and download speeds. The compact size and 2000mAh battery allow for up to 8 hours of non-stop use.
TP-Link M7450 300M 4G LTE	The M7450 is powered by Qualcomm's MDM MDM9240 advanced LTE chip supports LTE-A Cat6 transmission specifications and offers download speeds of up to 867Mbps (5GHz) or 300Mbps (2.4GHz). It also supports up to 32 wireless devices and can manage network devices with its own tpMiFi App. With a 3000mAh replace

Model

Features

TP-Link M7200 150M 4G LTE

The M7200 is powered by Qualcomm's MDM9207 LTE processor supports 4G LTE and Wi-Fi 5 802.11n specifications to provide 150Mbps and 50Mbps upload and download speeds. The compact size and 2000mAh battery allow for up to 8 hours of non-stop use.

TP-Link M7450 300M 4G LTE

The M7450 is powered by Qualcomm's MDM MDM9240 advanced LTE chip supports LTE-A Cat6 transmission specifications and offers download speeds of up to 867Mbps (5GHz) or 300Mbps (2.4GHz). It also supports up to 32 wireless devices and can manage network devices with its own tpMiFi App. With a 3000mAh replace

Convenient:

When using a regular WIFI egg, you need to prepare your own SIM card from your country, which is inconvenient and expensive for those who travel abroad frequently. Some WIFI eggs support virtual SIM cards and offer data plans for multiple countries. You can purchase data volume through the product app, which is convenient and saves on internet charges

Model	Features
SmartGo Pokefi Portable Wireless Router	Pokefi utilises patented Virtual SIM technology which allows users to enjoy 4G LTE internet in over 70 countries without the need to change SIM cards frequently. It comes with 5GB of global data, which can be topped up online with a credit card for as little as HK$24 per day or per GB. Up to 8 devices can be connected for up to 16 hours of use.
GLOCALME U2 Portable Roaming Wireless Router	The GLOCALME U2 offers mobile network coverage in over 140 countries and comes with 5GB of global data, making it easy to purchase an internet plan via your own app. It supports 4G FDD LTE with up to 150Mbps and 50Mbps upload and download speeds. It also supports external SIM cards for greater flexibility. Up to 5 devices.

Model

Features

SmartGo Pokefi Portable Wireless Router

Pokefi utilises patented Virtual SIM technology which allows users to enjoy 4G LTE internet in over 70 countries without the need to change SIM cards frequently. It comes with 5GB of global data, which can be topped up online with a credit card for as little as HK$24 per day or per GB. Up to 8 devices can be connected for up to 16 hours of use.

GLOCALME U2 Portable Roaming Wireless Router

The GLOCALME U2 offers mobile network coverage in over 140 countries and comes with 5GB of global data, making it easy to purchase an internet plan via your own app. It supports 4G FDD LTE with up to 150Mbps and 50Mbps upload and download speeds. It also supports external SIM cards for greater flexibility. Up to 5 devices.

Ultrafast & all-round:

Some of the more expensive WIFI eggs support the latest 5G networks and are also backwards compatible, allowing users to enjoy an extremely fast and comprehensive network experience. However, when purchasing a SIM card, check whether the WIFI egg supports local 5G network specifications. You won’t want to miss out on the ultrafast experience when purchasing a 5G phone card!

Model	Features
Linksys FGHSAX1800 5G Mobile Hotspot	• The Linksys FGHSAX1800X55 is powered by Qualcomm's 5G connectivity data chip supports 5G and the latest WIFI 6 AX1800 specification with download speeds of up to 1.8Gbps (5GHz) or 600Mbps (2.4GHz). The slim design of the device is only 15.5 mm thick, making it easy to carry around. It can support up to 15 devices and has a 4000mAh battery for long power life.
NETGEAR Nighthawk M5 - 5G LTE Router	• The NETGEAR Nighthawk M5 is powered by Qualcomm's SDx55 chip supports 5G sub-6GHz and the latest dual-band WIFI 6 AX1800 specification with download speeds up to 4 Gbps. It supports up to 32 devices for internet access at the same time. With a large 5040mAh detachable battery for long power life.

Model

Features

Linksys FGHSAX1800 5G Mobile Hotspot

• The Linksys FGHSAX1800X55 is powered by Qualcomm's 5G connectivity data chip supports 5G and the latest WIFI 6 AX1800 specification with download speeds of up to 1.8Gbps (5GHz) or 600Mbps (2.4GHz). The slim design of the device is only 15.5 mm thick, making it easy to carry around. It can support up to 15 devices and has a 4000mAh battery for long power life.

NETGEAR Nighthawk M5 - 5G LTE Router

• The NETGEAR Nighthawk M5 is powered by Qualcomm's SDx55 chip supports 5G sub-6GHz and the latest dual-band WIFI 6 AX1800 specification with download speeds up to 4 Gbps. It supports up to 32 devices for internet access at the same time. With a large 5040mAh detachable battery for long power life.

Travel SIM card recommendations

Many travel SIM cards are now available for global internet services, making them suitable for users who want to travel to multiple countries. Some SIM cards can be purchased online or through an app for stored value, which is convenient and saves money.

Model	Features
haha SIM	haha SIM supports more than 70 travel destinations worldwide, and you can choose the right data plan with the haha TRAVEL mobile app. With a face value of $100, unlimited roaming data costs as low as $10 per day and can be used on a recurring basis.