dec2025routers.csv

Make,Model,Modem Type,Ruggedization,WAN ports and speed,LAN ports and speed,Antennas (internal/external/both),WiFi type,Primary use case,Serial port (yes/no),VPN capabilities,Router throughput,Battery (internal/removable/none/optional),Special notes,summary and use case,suggested antennas,RF ports / connectors / adapters,Commercial details,Talk track & discovery
Ericsson (Cradlepoint),E400,5G SA/NSA (sub-6) + 4G LTE Cat 20,unknown (IP rating + housing material not listed),5x 2.5GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable),5x 2.5GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable),both (internal cellular + external SMA; external paddle antennas included),"Wi-Fi 7 (tri-band 2.4/5/6 GHz, 2x2 MU-MIMO)",branch / fixed location,no,IPsec (point-to-point); others unknown,2.4 Gbps (stateful firewall),optional (up to ~6 hours),IPsec: 500 Mbps; SASE/Secure Connect/SD-WAN: 270 Mbps; dual SIM,Indoor 5G enterprise router with multiple 2.5GbE ports and Wi‑Fi 7 options. Best for branch connectivity where you want high port density and strong LAN performance with cellular as primary or failover.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO5H4LG15B) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: CHINOOK (PRO5CH4LG15W) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; wall/pole/suction mounts.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO (recommended) on SMA; Wi‑Fi uses internal radios (no external RF needed unless using optional accessories). Adapter pigtails: No (SMA typical).,"Price band: $$$. Margin: medium (deal-dependent). Subscription/licensing: NetCloud (typical) + support term; box contents vary—verify power supply, antennas, and any PoE accessories per SKU.","Talk track: Multi‑port 5G branch router with Wi‑Fi 7 for high‑density sites. Ask: How many wired devices and PoE needs, and is 5G primary or failover?"
Inseego,Wavemaker FX4200,5G SA/NSA (sub-6) + 4G LTE Cat 20,unknown (IP rating + housing material not listed),4x Ethernet total: 2x 2.5GbE + 2x 1GbE RJ45 (supports dual WAN links),4x Ethernet total: 2x 2.5GbE + 2x 1GbE RJ45,external (4x SMA cellular); internal GNSS antenna,Wi-Fi 7 (2x2 MU-MIMO),branch / remote office,no,IPsec VPN; OpenVPN,unknown,internal (rechargeable 5050 mAh Li-ion backup),FIPS 140-3 OpenSSL; cloud-managed; dual SIM,Indoor 5G gateway with Wi‑Fi 7 and multiple Ethernet ports for dual‑WAN designs. Best for small branches or remote offices needing fast 5G with simple rack/desktop deployment and optional battery backup.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO5H4LG15B) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: AKITA (PRO5A4LG15W) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; wall/pole/suction mounts.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on SMA; GNSS internal. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA typical).,"Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: Inseego Connect/management (typical); verify whether antennas, power supply, and battery are included for your SKU.",Talk track: Simple 5G gateway for branches with Wi‑Fi 7 and dual‑WAN friendly Ethernet. Ask: Do you need battery backup and how will it hand off to your firewall or switch?
InHand Networks,InRouter315 (IR315),4G LTE (plus 3G/2G support listed),IP30; metal housing; fanless,5x 10/100 Mbps RJ45 (WAN/LAN/VLAN configurable),5x 10/100 Mbps RJ45,external (2x SMA LTE; 2x RP-SMA Wi-Fi; 1x SMA GNSS),Wi-Fi 4 (optional 802.11 b/g/n; up to 300 Mbps),IoT / industrial,yes,IPsec (IKEv1/IKEv2); OpenVPN (client/server); PPTP/L2TP/GRE; DMVPN; WireGuard; ZeroTier,unknown,none,DIN-rail/wall mount; dual SIM failover; VRRP,Industrial 4G router in an IP30 metal enclosure with flexible Ethernet and optional serial. Best for OT/IoT sites where you need reliable LTE plus VPN and serial connectivity for PLCs and sensors.,Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA2BC2L15B) – 2 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: ALBATROSS (PTA2AB2L10W) – 2 cellular omni; wall-mount.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi (if present) on RP‑SMA; GNSS on SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,Price band: $–$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: none required for basic use; optional cloud management; verify power supply and mounting kit contents.,Talk track: Industrial LTE router for OT/IoT with strong VPN and optional serial. Ask: Do you need RS‑232/485 and what protocols or sensors are on site?
InHand Networks,CR602,5G NR SA/NSA (supports 4G),IP30; plastic housing; fanless,2x 2.5GbE (WAN/LAN switchable),2x 2.5GbE (WAN/LAN switchable),both (2 external cellular; 6 internal cellular; 3 internal Wi-Fi),Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be; 2.4GHz + 5.8GHz; up to 3000 Mbps),adapter (portable),no,IPsec VPN; L2TP VPN,1 Gbps (listed data throughput),internal (10000mAh; listed as optional; up to 15 hours),5G up to 7.01 Gbps DL / 2.5 Gbps UL; 2x nano-SIM + optional eSIM; up to 128 devices,Portable 5G router with Wi‑Fi 7 and dual 2.5GbE ports in a compact IP30 chassis. Best for field teams and temporary sites that need quick 5G internet and local Wi‑Fi without installing fixed equipment.,Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA2BC2L15B) – 2 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: LABRADOR (PTAWM2L15W) – 2 cellular omni; wall/pole/tabletop/suction mounts.,Cellular: 2x2 external cellular + internal elements (treat as 2x2 external requirement); connectors likely SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA typical).,Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: optional cloud management; verify battery configuration and included antennas by SKU.,"Talk track: Portable 5G hotspot/router with Wi‑Fi 7 and fast Ethernet handoff. Ask: Is this for temporary work, travel, or as a backup link at a fixed site?"
InHand Networks,CR202-Lite,4G LTE Cat4/Cat6,IP30; plastic housing; fanless,2x 10/100Mbps (WAN/LAN switchable),2x 10/100Mbps (WAN/LAN switchable),both (2 external 4G cellular; 2 internal Wi-Fi),Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n; 2.4GHz; up to 300 Mbps),adapter (portable),no,unknown,100 Mbps (listed data throughput),removable (detachable 3000mAh; up to 8 hours; optional variant),1x nano-SIM + 1x eSIM; supports 32 devices; foldable antenna,"Compact portable 4G router with Wi‑Fi 4 and dual Fast Ethernet ports. Best for basic connectivity in the field, pop‑up kiosks, or backup links where Cat4/6 performance is enough.",Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA2BC2L15B) – 2 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: ALBATROSS (PTA2AB2L10W) – 2 cellular omni; wall-mount.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi internal. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA typical).,Price band: $. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: optional cloud management; verify battery option and included antennas.,Talk track: Lightweight portable 4G router for basic connectivity. Ask: What’s the minimum throughput you can live with and how many clients will connect?
Cradlepoint,W1850-5GB,5G NR (FR1 low/mid) + 4G LTE Cat 20,N/A (indoor adapter),2x 2.5GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable),2x 2.5GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable),external (4x SMA cellular; paddle antennas included),none,adapter (branch 5G),no,N/A (adapter),2.0 Gbps (IP passthrough / NAT / captive modem modes),none,Dual SIM (4FF nano); AC adapter or PoE (802.3at),Indoor 5G wideband adapter with dual 2.5GbE ports for LAN/WAN handoff. Best for adding 5G as a primary or secondary WAN when you can place the unit near a window for better signal.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO4H4L15B) – 4 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on SMA (4 ports). Adapter pigtails: No (SMA typical).,Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: NetCloud (typical for Cradlepoint deployments); verify included antennas and whether PoE injector is included.,Talk track: Indoor 5G adapter that drops in as WAN without touching your LAN design. Ask: Can you place it where signal is best and do you want PoE power?
Semtech (AirLink),XR60,5G + 4G LTE Cat 20 (4x4),sealed aluminum; IP64; MIL-STD-810H,"1x 1Gbps or 2x Ethernet (1Gbps + 5Gbps), by variant","1x 1Gbps or 2x Ethernet (1Gbps + 5Gbps), by variant",external (SMA RF connectors; Wi-Fi variant uses RP-SMA),"Wi-Fi 6 (optional, 2x2)",vehicle / mobile / industrial,yes (variant),IPsec (IKEv1/IKEv2); AirLink Connection Manager (mobile VPN),800 Mbps (firewall TCP throughput),none,IPsec VPN TCP: 175 Mbps; dual SIM; 7–36V + redundant USB-C power,"Rugged IP64 5G router in a sealed aluminum housing built for vehicles and harsh sites. Best for fleets and industrial deployments that need resilient power options, external antennas, and hardened VPN routing.",Mobile: HUSKY (PRO5H4LG15B) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: CHINOOK (PRO5CH4LG15W) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; wall/pole/suction mounts.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi (if present) on RP‑SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,"Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: ALMS/management (typical) + support; verify antenna kit, power cables, and mounting hardware.","Talk track: Rugged 5G router built for vehicles and harsh environments. Ask: What’s the mounting location, power source, and do you need Wi‑Fi or serial?"
Semtech (AirLink),XR80,5G SA/NSA + 4G LTE Cat 20 (5G SKU) or LTE Cat 20 (LTE SKU),IP64; sealed aluminum; MIL-STD-810G; -30°C to +70°C,3x RJ45 total: 2x 1GbE + 1x 5GbE,3x RJ45 total: 2x 1GbE + 1x 5GbE,external (FAKRA RF connectors; Wi-Fi FAKRA on Wi-Fi SKU),Wi-Fi 6 (optional; 5x4 MIMO; AP + client),vehicle / industrial IoT,yes,IPsec (IKEv1/IKEv2); ACM mobile VPN; FIPS 140-2 Level 1,1150 Mbps firewall TCP; 350 Mbps IPsec VPN TCP,none,Dual SIM (Mini-2FF); GNSS dead reckoning; CAN/OBD-II/J1939; ALMS out-of-band via LPWA; USB-C,"High-performance rugged 5G router with 5GbE plus multiple Ethernet ports and advanced mobility features. Best for public safety and fleet edge networks that need higher throughput, multi‑interface LAN, and strong RF flexibility.",Mobile: HUSKY (PRO9H4L4WG15B) – 4 cellular + 4 Wi‑Fi + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on FAKRA; Wi‑Fi (if present) on FAKRA. Adapter pigtails: Yes (FAKRA↔SMA/RP‑SMA often needed for many antennas).,Price band: $$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: ALMS/management (typical) + support; verify antenna and cable kits (FAKRA) and any vehicle harness options.,"Talk track: High‑throughput rugged 5G router for fleets and field ops with rich interfaces. Ask: Do you need 5GbE, multi‑LAN segmentation, and FAKRA antenna wiring?"
Semtech (AirLink),XR90,5G SA/NSA (single or dual 5G),IP64; sealed aluminum; MIL-STD-810G; -30°C to +70°C; rail/vehicle certs listed,Single 5G: 4x Ethernet (3x 1GbE + 1x 5GbE); Dual 5G: 5x Ethernet (4x 1GbE + 1x 5GbE),Single 5G: 4x Ethernet (3x 1GbE + 1x 5GbE); Dual 5G: 5x Ethernet (4x 1GbE + 1x 5GbE),external (FAKRA RF connectors; Wi-Fi FAKRA),Wi-Fi 6 (dual radios; dual independent 4x4 MU-MIMO; AP + client),vehicle (transit / rail / first responder fleets),yes,IPsec (IKEv1/IKEv2); ACM mobile VPN; FIPS 140-2 Level 1,1150 Mbps firewall TCP; 350 Mbps IPsec VPN TCP,none,Dual SIM (Mini-2FF); GNSS dead reckoning; CAN/OBD-II/J1939; 5 GPIO; USB-C; ALMS out-of-band,"Flagship rugged 5G router platform with optional dual 5G and a 5GbE uplink for high-demand mobile networks. Best for transit, rail, and large fleet deployments where you need maximum bandwidth, Wi‑Fi options, and rich I/O.",Mobile: GREAT PYRENEES (PRO13GP8L4WG15B-FKF) – 8 cellular + 4 Wi‑Fi + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Cellular: 4x4 or 8x8 MIMO on FAKRA (depends on single vs dual 5G); Wi‑Fi on FAKRA. Adapter pigtails: Yes (FAKRA↔SMA/RP‑SMA often needed).,Price band: $$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: ALMS/management (typical) + support; verify antenna and cable kits (FAKRA) plus any rail/vehicle accessories.,"Talk track: Top‑end rugged 5G platform for transit and high‑bandwidth mobile networks. Ask: Single vs dual 5G, passenger Wi‑Fi needs, and required VPN throughput?"
Peplink (Pepwave),MAX BR1 Pro,4G LTE (Cat 4/Cat 6 variants),unknown,1x 1GbE (plus embedded LTE modem),4x 1GbE,external (cellular + Wi-Fi + GPS connectors),Wi-Fi 4,vehicle / branch,no,SpeedFusion/PepVPN; IPsec,120 Mbps,none,Dual SIM; GPS; ignition sensing,Compact LTE router with SpeedFusion features aimed at vehicle and small-site connectivity. Best for single‑modem deployments where bonding/failover features matter more than raw port density.,Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA5BC2L2WG15B) – 2 cellular + 2 Wi‑Fi + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: LABRADOR (PTAWM2L15W) – 2 cellular omni; wall/pole/tabletop/suction mounts.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi on RP‑SMA; GPS on SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,"Price band: $–$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: PrimeCare or SpeedFusion licensing (common); verify antennas, GPS puck, and power cable options.",Talk track: Compact LTE router with SpeedFusion options for resilient connectivity. Ask: Do you need bonding/failover and what’s the expected uptime target?
Peplink (Pepwave),BR1 Mini 5G,5G SA/NSA (sub-6) + 4G LTE Cat 20,metal case; fanless/ventless,1x 1GbE (plus embedded 5G modem),2x 1GbE,external (cellular; Wi-Fi connectors on Wi-Fi model),Wi-Fi 5 (optional),adapter / IoT / mobility,no,SpeedFusion; IPsec,300 Mbps,none,eSIM support; PoE input 802.3at; ignition/GPIO,Ultra-compact 5G router with SpeedFusion and simple Ethernet handoff in a metal chassis. Best for IoT and mobility use cases where space is tight and you want quick 5G failover or primary WAN.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO4H4L15B) – 4 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi (if present) on RP‑SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: PrimeCare and SpeedFusion licensing (common); verify PoE injector and antenna pack options.,"Talk track: Tiny 5G router that’s easy to mount and manage with SpeedFusion. Ask: Space constraints, power method (DC/PoE), and is it primary or backup WAN?"
Peplink (Pepwave),MAX BR2 Pro,5G (dual cellular),metal enclosure (no IP rating listed),2x 2.5GbE (plus 5G WAN),4x 1GbE,unknown,Wi-Fi 6,branch / vehicle,yes,SpeedFusion; IPsec,1 Gbps,none,4 SIM slots; USB WAN; GPS; ignition sensing,Dual‑cellular 5G router with strong SpeedFusion support and multiple Ethernet interfaces. Best for vehicles or branches that need bonding or fast failover across two cellular links.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO7H4L2WG15B) – 4 cellular + 2 Wi‑Fi + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi on RP‑SMA; GPS on SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,Price band: $$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: PrimeCare and SpeedFusion licensing (common); verify antennas and power harness options.,Talk track: Dual‑cellular router for bonding or fast failover in vehicles and branches. Ask: Do you need two carriers active and what apps must stay online during failover?
Ericsson (Cradlepoint),S700,4G LTE Cat 4 (DC-HSPA+ fallback),IP50; aluminum housing; semi-ruggedized,2x 1GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable),2x 1GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable),external (2x SMA cellular; Wi-Fi/GNSS connectors vary by model),"Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax 2x2, dual-band)",IoT / light industrial / vehicle,no,IPsec; DMVPN; GRE,480 Mbps (stateful firewall),none,IPS: 400 Mbps; IPsec: 50 Mbps; dual SIM; ignition sensing; IP passthrough,Semi-rugged LTE router with Wi‑Fi 6 options and dual Gigabit Ethernet for industrial edge. Best for light industrial and vehicle installs needing a tough LTE router with optional Wi‑Fi and simple two‑port LAN.,Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA5BC2L2WG15B) – 2 cellular + 2 Wi‑Fi + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: ALBATROSS (PTA2AB2L10W) – 2 cellular omni; wall-mount.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi (if present) on RP‑SMA; GNSS on SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: NetCloud (common in Cradlepoint programs); verify included antennas and any expansion modules.,Talk track: Semi‑rugged LTE router with Wi‑Fi 6 option and dual GigE for industrial edge. Ask: Will it be in a vehicle or cabinet and do you need Wi‑Fi for local users?
Ericsson (Cradlepoint),S400,4G LTE Cat 6,IP30; plastic housing; MIL-STD-810H shock/vibration listed,1x 1GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN selectable),1x 1GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN selectable),external (2x SMA cellular; Wi-Fi model adds RP-SMA),"Wi-Fi 5 (single-radio dual-band, non-concurrent; 1x1 802.11ac)",IoT / light industrial,yes (optional via expansion module),IPsec,95 Mbps (stateful firewall),none,IPsec: 28 Mbps; optional expansion modules; dual SIM,Compact LTE Cat6 router with modular expansion options for serial/GPIO. Best for industrial edge sites where you need a small footprint and occasional serial or I/O expansion.,Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA2BC2L15B) – 2 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: ALBATROSS (PTA2AB2L10W) – 2 cellular omni; wall-mount.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi (if present) on RP‑SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,Price band: $–$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: NetCloud (common in Cradlepoint programs); verify expansion modules (serial/GPIO) and antenna pack.,"Talk track: Compact LTE router with modular expansion for serial/GPIO. Ask: Do you need serial/GPIO today or later, and what’s the environment rating requirement?"
Ericsson (Cradlepoint),E3000,5G NR (low/mid) or LTE Cat 18; optional MC400 modular modem slot,indoor; IP rating not listed,LAN/WAN switchable: 9x 1GbE RJ45 + 1x 2.5GbE RJ45 + 1x 10GbE SFP+,LAN/WAN switchable: 9x 1GbE RJ45 + 1x 2.5GbE RJ45 + 1x 10GbE SFP+,external (cellular + Wi-Fi antennas; varies),"Wi-Fi 6 (dual-radio, dual-band, 4x4 MU-MIMO)",branch,no,IPsec (point-to-point),2 Gbps (stateful firewall),none,802.3bt PoE on 4 ports; IPS/App-aware: 1.5 Gbps; IPsec: 400 Mbps,"High-port-density branch router with optional 5G/LTE and Wi‑Fi 6 plus 10GbE SFP+ uplink. Best for larger branches that need lots of wired ports, PoE options, and cellular as primary or backup.",Mobile: HUSKY (PRO9H4L4WG15B) – 4 cellular + 4 Wi‑Fi + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi external antennas may use RP‑SMA (check kit). Adapter pigtails: Maybe (depends on Wi‑Fi antenna kit vs site cabling).,"Price band: $$$–$$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: NetCloud (common) + support; verify PoE budget, power supply, and Wi‑Fi antenna kits.","Talk track: Big‑branch router with lots of ports, optional PoE, and cellular backup/primary. Ask: Port count, PoE budget, and do you need a 10Gb uplink?"
Ericsson (Cradlepoint),R980,5G NR (FR1) + 4G LTE Cat 19,IP64; MIL-STD-810H; Class I Div 2,2x 1GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable),2x 1GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable),external (4x SMA cellular; 2x RP-SMA Wi-Fi; 1x SMA GNSS),"Wi-Fi 6 (dual-radio, dual-band, 2x2)",vehicle / IoT,no,IPsec; Secure Connect/SASE/SD-WAN support,940 Mbps (stateful firewall),none,IPsec: 200 Mbps; SASE/SD-WAN: 85 Mbps; dual nano-SIM + eSIM; 9–36 VDC + ignition sensing,"Rugged IP64 5G router designed for vehicles and harsh industrial environments. Best for fleets and remote equipment that need high reliability, external antennas, and hardened power and environmental specs.",Mobile: HUSKY (PRO7H4L2WG15B) – 4 cellular + 2 Wi‑Fi + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi on RP‑SMA; GNSS on SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,Price band: $$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: NetCloud (common) + rugged support; verify vehicle power harness and antenna kit.,"Talk track: Rugged 5G vehicle/industrial router built for harsh field conditions. Ask: Connector type, antenna placement, and what VPN throughput is required?"
Ericsson (Cradlepoint),R2100,5G NR SA/NSA (FR1 low/mid) + 4G LTE Cat 20,IP67; IK09; MIL-STD-810G,0 (captive modem; Ethernet is LAN-only),1x 2.5GbE RJ45 (LAN only; fixed cable),internal,"Wi-Fi 6 (dual-radio, dual-band concurrent; 2x2)",vehicle / IoT,no,IPsec (point-to-point),900 Mbps (stateful firewall),none,IPS/App-aware: 650 Mbps; IPsec: 200 Mbps; PoE PD 802.3at + 9–36V; ignition sensing,PoE-powered IP67 5G vehicle router with integrated antennas and Wi‑Fi 6. Best for fleet installs where you want a single sealed unit that mounts outside the cabin for better RF performance.,Mobile: N/A – integrated antenna system (no external RF ports). Stationary: N/A – integrated antenna system (no external RF ports).,Integrated antenna system; no external RF ports used in the field. Adapter pigtails: No.,Price band: $$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: NetCloud (common) + rugged support; verify PoE injector/vehicle power options and mounting hardware.,Talk track: Sealed PoE vehicle 5G router with integrated antennas for clean installs. Ask: Where can it mount for best RF and do you need an in‑cabin LAN switch/AP?
Inseego,Wavemaker PRO 5G Outdoor CPE FW2000e,5G sub-6 + 4G LTE Cat 22,IP67; internal heating element; -30°C to 70°C,0 (cellular WAN),1x 5GbE Ethernet LAN port,internal (high-gain array; up to 14 dBi; 4x4 MIMO),none,outdoor site / FWA,no,VPN passthrough,unknown,none,PoE 802.3bt Type 3; PoE injector included; dual nano-SIM auto-switching,IP67 outdoor 5G CPE with 5GbE Ethernet handoff and integrated high‑gain antenna array. Best for fixed wireless access where you can mount outdoors to maximize signal and feed a router/firewall indoors.,Mobile: N/A – integrated high-gain antenna array (no external RF ports). Stationary: N/A – integrated high-gain antenna array (no external RF ports).,Integrated high‑gain outdoor array; no external RF ports. Adapter pigtails: No.,"Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: management portal (typical); verify PoE injector, mount kit, and grounding hardware are included.",Talk track: Outdoor 5G CPE with a 5GbE handoff to feed your indoor network. Ask: Can you mount outside with line‑of‑sight and do you need lightning/grounding plan?
Teltonika Networks,RUT241,4G LTE Cat 4 (150/50) + 3G + 2G,IP30; aluminum housing w/ plastic panels; DIN-rail option,1x 10/100 RJ45 (WAN; configurable to LAN),1x 10/100 RJ45,external (2x SMA LTE + 1x RP-SMA Wi-Fi),Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n),IoT / industrial / small site,no,OpenVPN; IPsec; PPTP; L2TP; SSTP; GRE; WireGuard; ZeroTier; Stunnel,unknown,none,1x mini-SIM (2FF); 9–30V; passive PoE option (not 802.3af/at/bt),"Budget-friendly industrial LTE router with Wi‑Fi 4 and a simple two‑port Fast Ethernet layout. Best for small IoT networks, remote sensors, and basic failover links where low cost and VPN support matter.",Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA2BC2L15B) – 2 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: ALBATROSS (PTA2AB2L10W) – 2 cellular omni; wall-mount.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi on RP‑SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,Price band: $. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: none required; optional RMS management; verify power supply and antennas included for the SKU you sell.,"Talk track: Cost‑effective industrial LTE router for simple IoT networks. Ask: Do you need remote management, and what VPN type does IT require?"
Semtech (AirLink),LX40,4G LTE Cat 4 (150/50),IP21; polycarbonate; MIL-STD-810G conformance,1x 1GbE RJ45 (PoE PD),1x 1GbE RJ45,external (2x SMA cellular + 1x RP-SMA Wi-Fi),Wi-Fi 5 (optional; dual-band 802.11ac),IoT / cameras / signage / small business,no,IPsec; GRE; OpenVPN client,unknown,none,7–36V; ignition sense; VRRP; VLAN; IP passthrough,"Compact LTE router with optional Wi‑Fi and a single Gigabit Ethernet port. Best for kiosks, cameras, and small sites that need straightforward LTE connectivity with minimal wiring.",Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA2BC2L15B) – 2 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: ALBATROSS (PTA2AB2L10W) – 2 cellular omni; wall-mount.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi (if present) on RP‑SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,Price band: $–$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: ALMS/management (typical) + support; verify antenna pack and power supply.,"Talk track: Simple LTE router for kiosks, cameras, and small sites. Ask: Single Ethernet enough, and do you need Wi‑Fi for local access?"
Semtech (AirLink),LX60,4G LTE Cat 4 (150/50),IP20; polycarbonate; MIL-STD-810G conformance,2x 1GbE RJ45,2x 1GbE RJ45,external (SMA cellular/diversity/GNSS + RP-SMA Wi-Fi),Wi-Fi 5 (optional; dual-band 802.11ac),retail / small branch / fleets / industrial IoT,yes,IPsec; GRE; OpenVPN client,unknown,none,RS-232 (DB-9); Aux port (RS-485/GPIO); GNSS optional,LTE router with two Gigabit Ethernet ports plus serial for light industrial and fleet telemetry. Best for small branches or vehicles that need dual Ethernet and serial integration for legacy devices.,Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA3BC2LG15B) – 2 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: ALBATROSS (PTA3AB2LG10W) – 2 cellular + GPS omni; wall-mount.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi (if present) on RP‑SMA; GNSS on SMA (if present). Adapter pigtails: No (SMA/RP‑SMA typical).,"Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: ALMS/management (typical) + support; verify serial accessory, GNSS, and antenna pack options.",Talk track: LTE router with dual Ethernet and serial for telemetry and edge devices. Ask: What serial devices connect and do you need GNSS for tracking?
Digi,EX50,5G NR (Sub-6) + 4G LTE-Advanced Pro Cat 20 + 3G HSPA+,indoor; hybrid (die-cast aluminum + ABS plastic); -30°C to 60°C (with PoE/industrial PSU),2x 2.5GbE RJ45,2x 2.5GbE RJ45,both (4x SMA cellular; Wi-Fi built-in 2x2),"Wi-Fi 6 (dual-band, 2x2)",branch / managed office,yes,IPsec,2.0 Gbps (Ethernet throughput),none,IPsec: 500 Mbps; PoE+ (802.3at) + 19V DC; 10 tunnels; dual mini-SIM,"Indoor 5G enterprise router with dual 2.5GbE, Wi‑Fi 6, and strong VPN throughput. Best for managed branches or home offices where you want fast 5G with wired performance comparable to a broadband handoff.",Mobile: HUSKY (PRO5H4LG15B) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO on SMA; Wi‑Fi is internal. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA typical).,"Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: Digi management/service plans (common); verify PoE injector, antennas, and power supply in box.",Talk track: Business‑grade 5G router with strong wired throughput and management options. Ask: What’s the firewall handoff design and is PoE powering needed?
Digi,IX30,4G LTE (Cat 4 or Cat 7 variants) + HSPA+ fallback,IP30; aluminum; C1D2 + ATEX rated; NEMA TS2 listed; -34°C to 74°C,2x 10/100 Mbps RJ45,2x 10/100 Mbps RJ45,external (2x SMA cellular + 1x SMA GNSS),none,industrial / critical infrastructure / IoT,yes,IPsec (IKEv1/IKEv2); OpenVPN (client/server); L2TP,unknown,none,Dual mini-SIM; RS-232/422/485; VRRP/VRRP+; Modbus bridging,"Industrial LTE router in an IP30 aluminum enclosure with serial and hazardous-location certifications. Best for utilities and critical infrastructure where temperature, certifications, and serial protocols are non‑negotiable.",Mobile: BORDER COLLIE (PTA2BC2L15B) – 2 cellular omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: LABRADOR (PTAWM2L15W) – 2 cellular omni; wall/pole/tabletop/suction mounts.,Cellular: 2x2 MIMO on SMA; GNSS on SMA. Adapter pigtails: No (SMA typical).,Price band: $$–$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: Digi management/service plans (common); verify hazardous-location accessories and power/serial cabling.,Talk track: Industrial LTE router with certifications for tough environments and serial integration. Ask: Any hazardous-location requirements and what serial protocol is used?
Cisco Meraki,MG52,5G SA/NSA (Sub-6) + 4G LTE Cat 20,IP67,cellular WAN + 1x 2.5GbE RJ45 (convertible LAN/WAN),2x 2.5GbE RJ45 (1 dedicated + 1 convertible),external,none,branch WAN,no,unknown,2 Gbps passthrough; 1.5 Gbps NAT (wireless),none,PoE+ (802.3at) or DC; dual SIM + eSIM,IP67 5G cellular gateway with dual 2.5GbE ports built for managed WAN failover. Best for Meraki environments needing a reliable primary/secondary cellular WAN with cloud monitoring.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO5H4LG15B) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: CHINOOK (PRO4CH4L15W) – 4 cellular omni; wall/pole/suction mounts.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO (antenna kit) with outdoor connectors (verify exact connector on your kit). Adapter pigtails: Maybe (depends on Meraki antenna kit vs Parsec connectors).,Price band: $$$. Margin: low–medium. Subscription/licensing: Meraki license required; verify antenna kit and PoE injector requirements.,Talk track: Meraki-managed 5G WAN gateway built for simple failover with cloud visibility. Ask: Do you already have Meraki licensing and where will the gateway be mounted?
Cisco Meraki,MG52E,5G SA/NSA (Sub-6) + 4G LTE Cat 20,IP67,cellular WAN + 1x 2.5GbE RJ45 (convertible LAN/WAN),2x 2.5GbE RJ45 (1 dedicated + 1 convertible),external (ships with 4 dipole antennas),none,branch WAN,no,unknown,2 Gbps passthrough; 1.5 Gbps NAT (wireless),none,PoE+ (802.3at) or DC; dual SIM + eSIM,IP67 5G cellular gateway with dual 2.5GbE ports shipped with external antennas. Best for Meraki deployments where you need outdoor-rated 5G WAN with included antenna kit and simple PoE power.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO5H4LG15B) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: CHINOOK (PRO4CH4L15W) – 4 cellular omni; wall/pole/suction mounts.,Cellular: 4x4 MIMO with included antennas; verify connector type before ordering alternates. Adapter pigtails: Maybe.,Price band: $$$. Margin: low–medium. Subscription/licensing: Meraki license required; verify included antennas and mounting hardware.,"Talk track: Meraki-managed 5G WAN gateway with included antennas for outdoor-rated installs. Ask: Antenna placement and cable length, and do you need PoE or DC power?"
Cisco,Catalyst IR1833 Rugged Router (IR1833-K9),modular cellular (2x cellular PIM slots; supports 4G LTE Cat 4/Cat 7 and 5G sub-6 modules),IP40 (IP54 with kit); MIL-STD-810G; SAE J1455; Class I Div 2 / ATEX Zone 2 listed,1x combo 1GbE RJ45/SFP WAN + 2x cellular module slots,4x 1GbE RJ45 LAN,external (depends on pluggable cellular/Wi-Fi modules),"Wi-Fi 6 (optional wide pluggable module; dual-radio 2.4/5GHz, 2x2)",vehicle / mobile / industrial edge,yes,IPsec; DMVPN; GETVPN; FlexVPN; SSL VPN; zone-based firewall/NGFW,licensed aggregate: 50 Mbps default; 250 Mbps perf; 2 Gbps boost; uncapped,none,4 GB DRAM + 4 GB flash; PoE/PoE+; SSD slot; GNSS ADR slot; ignition power; USB + micro-USB console,Modular rugged router platform with pluggable cellular and optional Wi‑Fi for industrial and vehicle edge. Best for Cisco SD‑WAN and security-heavy deployments where you want flexible modules and strong routing features.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO5H4LG15B) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Modular: cellular/Wi‑Fi connectors depend on installed PIM modules (often FAKRA on mobile builds). Adapter pigtails: Likely (module‑to‑antenna matching).,"Price band: $$$–$$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: Cisco DNA/SD‑WAN/security licensing often applies; verify PIM modules, antenna kits, and power accessories.","Talk track: Modular Cisco rugged router for SD‑WAN and security at the edge. Ask: Which cellular modules, what connector standard, and what licensed throughput tier is needed?"
Cisco,Catalyst IR1835 Rugged Router (IR1835-K9),modular cellular (2x cellular PIM slots; supports 4G LTE Cat 4/Cat 7 and 5G sub-6 modules),IP40 (IP54 with kit); MIL-STD-810G; SAE J1455; Class I Div 2 / ATEX Zone 2 listed,1x combo 1GbE RJ45/SFP WAN + 2x cellular module slots,4x 1GbE RJ45 LAN,external (depends on pluggable cellular/Wi-Fi modules),"Wi-Fi 6 (optional wide pluggable module; dual-radio 2.4/5GHz, 2x2)",vehicle / mobile / industrial edge,yes,IPsec; DMVPN; GETVPN; FlexVPN; SSL VPN; zone-based firewall/NGFW,licensed aggregate: 50 Mbps default; 250 Mbps perf; 2 Gbps boost; uncapped,none,8 GB DRAM + 8 GB flash; adds 4x digital I/O; serial includes RS-232 plus RS-232/422/485,Higher-memory rugged modular router with extra I/O and flexible cellular modules. Best for vehicle and industrial edge sites needing richer I/O and more headroom for services and security features.,Mobile: HUSKY (PRO5H4LG15B) – 4 cellular + GPS omni; magnetic/pole/through-bolt mounts. Stationary: WHIPPET (PRO4WP4LW-NF) – 4 cellular directional; pole-mount for longer-distance links.,Modular: cellular/Wi‑Fi connectors depend on installed PIM modules (often FAKRA on mobile builds). Adapter pigtails: Likely (module‑to‑antenna matching).,"Price band: $$$–$$$$. Margin: medium. Subscription/licensing: Cisco DNA/SD‑WAN/security licensing often applies; verify PIM modules, antenna kits, and power accessories.","Talk track: Higher-capacity modular rugged router with extra I/O for edge workloads. Ask: Do you need the added I/O and memory, and what SD‑WAN/security licenses are required?"