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FTer&nj · 10-09-2018, 07:54 AM

I am trying to find best solution for Internet connectivity while full timing. I am getting quoted different things by RV vendor, but not sure their solutions make sense. I have ATT for cellular service, so would like to stay with them for Mifi options. I am looking at Falcon 2.0 WiFi extender to help on back side.

John Hilley · 10-09-2018, 08:07 AM

I think the best Internet for RVs right now is

Netbuddy Unlimited

Very good speed and no cap

Go with one of their suggested routers. I don't think there is a need for a WiFi Extender.

vsheetz · 10-09-2018, 08:17 AM

We use a cellular hotspot with unlimited data almost exclusively. Do have also a wifi repeater but seldon used.

ghaynes754 · 10-09-2018, 09:00 AM

Lots of good information at www.rvmobileinternet.com. Lots of different ways to slay the dragon and really depends on your specific situation.

Bigbird65 · 10-09-2018, 09:10 AM

My wife and I share the AT&T hotspot on my phone when we are camping. The 5GB data plan is more than adequate for a lot of internet use since we are not downloading movies. I never run out of data and the plan is not expensive. It also includes rollover. The hotspot is far more secure than iffy WIFI at camp grounds.

mrboyer · 10-09-2018, 09:51 AM

5gb may be marginal for you. We share an AT&T 30gb plan on our iPhones that can be hot spots for our iPad and laptops. In five years we have exceeded the 30gb month. amount. Most months have about 5gb rollover to the next month. We do not stream movies, and frequently we do updates of the operating systems or apps via known safe WiFi sites.

Bigbird65 · 10-09-2018, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by mrboyer

5gb may be marginal for you. We share an AT&T 30gb plan on our iPhones that can be hot spots for our iPad and laptops. In five years we have exceeded the 30gb month. amount. Most months have about 5gb rollover to the next month. We do not stream movies, and frequently we do updates of the operating systems or apps via known safe WiFi sites.

I guess we spend more time out of the camper than you do.

MSHappyCampers · 10-09-2018, 11:25 AM

Hi !

Welcome to IRV2! We're sure glad you joined the gang!

We got the ATT Mobley deal when it was available so don't know what's the best deal now. Just noticed that you are kinda new on IRV2 and wanted to say hello! Have fun and keep her between the ditches!

Good luck, happy trails, and God bless!

docj · 10-09-2018, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by John Hilley

I think the best Internet for RVs right now is

Netbuddy Unlimited

Very good speed and no cap

Go with one of their suggested routers. I don't think there is a need for a WiFi Extender.

Netbuddy sells AT&T cellular service. This summer we spent several weeks out west in areas with no AT&T service whatsoever. We carry both AT&T and Verizon hotspots because of this.

Ayvee · 10-10-2018, 01:38 AM

What works best for you depends on both what you need to do and where you plan to go. We’re full timing and are in full time employment. Working Monday-Friday requires reliable, almost constant connectivity.
We’ve found that a combination of AT&T and Verizon works best for us. You need to look at where you plan to travel and look at the coverage maps for each service provider.
WiFi signal boosters are becoming increasingly problematic. Many RV parks are starting to ban them. They’re not needed, in most cases anyway. Cellular signal boosters can be useful at times but, again, this depends on where you intend to travel.

BandMRVers · 10-16-2018, 08:34 AM

Question, if I have an old iPhone, can I purchase this SIM and use it in the old iPhone as a hotspot?

RRR · 10-16-2018, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by BandMRVers

Question, if I have an old iPhone, can I purchase this SIM and use it in the old iPhone as a hotspot?

Well you could but you would have to purchase a plan that allows hotspot and would be subject data limits per the plan. But there is no reason that you can't use a current phone to hotspot if the plan allows.