Skyroam Wi-Fi - mobile internet hotspot review
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- Опубліковано 17 бер 2018
- SKYROAM SOLIS review and coupon code: TechGadgetsCanada.com This small portable Wi-Fi hotspot called the Skyroam Solis is a travelers dream, in theory. In reality, it’s a finicky device that needs careful attention, pre-planning and a boatload of patience to use. But when it works… you’ll be thrilled, amazed and ecstatic.
The Solis is a small hockey puck-sized device that keeps you connected no matter where you are. You turn it on, and activate a pre-paid Daypass that grants you access to the internet for a full 24 hours.
Skyroam connects to cellular networks in 120 countries. Pretty much anywhere there’s cellular service, you’ll get internet.
I had a lot of trouble getting my Skyroam set up and working. If you’re having trouble with your Skyroam device, I hope these detailed instructions can help. For more, head to TechGadgetsCanada.com and search Skyroam for helpful tips.
As an aside, I don’t read other reviews of a product before I do my own. I don’t want anything to colour my personal experience. After I finished my Skyroam review, I went online to Amazon and read through the customer reviews. Many, many users have had major problems.
My best advice for using this device is to register and get logged in, and test the device BEFORE you depart on a trip.
Register your device and/or log into your account at bsp.skyroam.com/ehall/
Turn the Skyroam on using the power button on the side of the device. You’ll need to hold it for about 3-4 seconds. The tiny light on it should turn green. (If it turns red, that means the battery is low. Plug it in using the cable provided by Skyroam)
Wait for the Wi-Fi On light (the large round button on top of the device) to stop flashing.
On your phone, laptop or tablet, go to your device's Wi-Fi settings menu, and select your Skyroam device as your Wi-Fi option.
On that same device, go to a.skyroam.com and log into your account.
If the page doesn’t refresh or update, force refresh the web page on your laptop or smartphone's web browser after a couple minutes. It may take a dozen attempts and several minutes to connect. In my experience this was not unusual. Frustrating, but not unusual.
Go to Status along the bottom of the screen. Click it and it'll flip you another screen. You should now have the option to Start a Daypass. If not, refresh again.
When we finally got it working, we used the Skyroam to provide Wi-Fi for mapping, then used it to connect to the web and look up facts and info about our destination.
Of course, we were also able to get iMessages, emails and social media alerts too.
The battery life on Skyroam Solis was easily 12 hours.
Overall review of Skyroam Solis Wi-Fi hotspot
Once I got the Skyroam Solis working, it was outstanding, and made our extended trip so much more enjoyable. We were able to stay connected to our work, to family, via social media when we wanted to, and we were able to find our way around easily using Google maps.
I can’t underline enough how important it is for you to get the device working before you go on your trip.
Overall, I can definitely recommend Skyroam as a reliable, infinitely handy Wi-Fi hotspot device for your next trip abroad.
You can buy a Skyroam for $149USD or rent one all from Skyroam’s website. If you use the code TECHGADGETSCANADA you can get 10% off your purchase.
I really enjoyed my Skyroam experience and plan to continue using it, so I’ve activated their affiliate links at TechGadgetsCanada.com. This means if you purchase a Skyroam by clicking there I get a small commission for referring you. For that I thank you very much for considering purchasing using one of these links as it helps keep the old blog afloat. - Фільми й анімація
great review- good thing is that it has gotten much easier to setup now- 2 years later - great device
Thank you so much, this is really helpful. I just bought the solid x and needed help on setting it up 👌👌👌
Very nicely done. Appreciate the multiple screenshots and accompanying commentary.
Thanks so much for the compliment jkirk!
So glad I found this and thank you! I just purchased one after a few trips to Europe proved to be difficult with no cell service and decided I wouldn't travel again without mobile wifi. I had no idea it would be complicated to set up, so much appreciate the heads up to get started before leaving for a trip!
Glad this helped! Good luck with your set up!
Kim Grummel Post review please
Perfect review.
I just got mine and setting it up for my trip to Japan.
Thank you
Thank you Cuong!
Can you report back now - how was it?
Cuong Lo Post review please
Cool stuff, Erin. Love the orange.
Can't miss it, right Wayne? Thanks for watching!
Excellent review. Great job, Erin.
Thanks so much!
Thank you! Strongly considering getting one!
Thank you Erin great review!!
Thank you so much for watching, and for the compliment!
Thanks for this. I'll make sure to set it up before leaving the country. Just rented it and got it delivered yesterday for my nexr week's trip to canada 🙂
Welcome, and enjoy!
Chris J. Post review please
GREAT work ERIN .... really like your channel. I wanted to get this but I know how product sites are full of MIS INFORMATION & Marketing lies. Your review is great & made for perfect insight. THANKS
I appreciate that, thank so much!
Thanks for this. I’ll be traveling Europe on a cruise ship this year. Looks useful
Bon voyage. It won't work on board the ship, but will in ports and cities.
Erin Lawrence any major issues with throttling while using over 500mb? I’ve been reading that’s the main downside
Great review, thanks! Just ordered one for my trip to asia!
Thank you so much for watching.
stunnahwannah Post review please
Great review. Thank you.
Excellent and helpful review. Thanks!
Thank you so much for the compliment, Tina.
This was very helpful, thank you so much for sharing this👍
Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for this video. It has saved me alot of money.
Thank you for the Review. I really like this Device. You have made my decision easy to take advantage of this.
So glad it helped!
Great review Erin.
Thank you ☺️
Got my Skyroam today, very easy step by step installation. labelled 1 through 6 steps. It came 60% charged, just charging now, waiting to use it for the first time, keep you posted.
yes, please! Do report back.
yes please update us
Hi John, was it useable for laptop functions or just for mobile devices?
John Parato Post review please
It's ironic as I live in the London (UK) and will be travelling to vancouver and the rocky mountains this summer. Will be purchasing this as my mobile carrier in the UK offers a day pass for like £10 a day which is alot and is capped at 500mb (for 3G max, no 4G), beyond that I will be charged per mb. Good thing is that this device will still give me inclusive internet beyond 500mb, which is useful, even though it will be throttled down to 2G. Great review Erin!
Enjoy the Rockies! Take a look at the new Skyroam GoData package (my review here: ua-cam.com/video/7Ke4P1_e28s/v-deo.html ) It's MUCH better.
beyblader10171 Post review when you come back please
thanks for the review!
Hi Terence, thanks for watching!
So helpful, thanks for sharing
This was very helpful thanks !
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
I like that you talk really clear. Im trying this in a week- i wonder if it will work in my beach house (Philippines) where i only get intermittent signal.
Let us know!
great honest review! I'm going to Europe this summer, and thought this might be the device for me, but I couldn't imagine dealing with troubleshooting while travelling. I think I might just pay the $12/a day and have international roaming on my cell phone enabled instead. Thanks!!!
Thanks Tech Junkie!
Get a SIM in any EU country - it will work across the EU as if it's at home. Three UK also works in many other countries (72 globally) at no extra cost - for example you get unlimited data in UK and 10GB in those 72 countries for about $20 A MONTH.
$12/day or over$360/month is an insane ripoff - don't fall for it. It shouldn't be much more than $12 per DAY.
@@bobbastian760 this is ok if you travel in Europe. I travel in Spain and Italy and in EU we have no more extra fees for roaming.
BUT...
I bought this device because every year I travel to Manila and last year when I landed in Oman I received a phone call from office (my bad!)... more...
WIFI airport connections are sometimes not easy to set up and when you are in a "business mode" every second is precious... so I left "on the table" 100 USD in few minutes...
So how much is it per day
Very good review.
Thank you so much Kay!
Amazing...love you and your video
Aww thanks Carmelous!
Thanks for the tips Erin.
Glad you liked it John. Thanks for watching.
Great Review
Great video
Thanks 🙏
Thanks ❤️❤️ u got new subscriber ...m truck vloger from canada #PENDUCANADIAN
Erin thanks for the great review. Question, I am traveling to Tijuana Mexico and working in a facility there. Will this work if I purchase the unlimited plan ($99) for e-mails, downloading and streaming movies without any disruptions?
Wow! Such a great review and warning.. Does this work in Germany? Wondering if u tried
Didn't test it in Germany myself, but if they have cell service it should work. Check the company website to see for sure.
so even if i purchase the $99 month plan after 500 mb will downgrade to 2g???? that's sad, i was planning to use it in my country as a regular wifi router☹
I think I’m going to get this, I’m going to Australia for a year, and apparently the WiFi is notoriously awful so I need this
Have a great trip!
Wifi in Australia isn’t that bad. There are very cheap mobile plans in Australia on cellular 4G speed - same speed you will get with this. Look into getting a local SIM card for your mobile and a data plan of about $40/month will get you 10gb or more per month with no throttling.
is it work in remote area? where is no mobile network.
No. You must have access to a cellular network, as that's how it provides you with Wi-Fi.
@@ErinLawrenceTV so has not sense to pay for this if you need phone network. Very confusing
Really good review! Any issues while you were inside buildings or hotels? Looking to use it for wifi and demo products in a hotel room tradeshow
Great idea, and thanks for the compliment. We had no issues in hotels, or indoors but we were in smaller facilities.
Erin Lawrence thanks for that! I also noticed after I bought, you only get 500mb of 4G or LTE data. After that, you get downgraded to 2G. Did you notice a slow down during your use?
I think also what people don't understand is that if the area does not have 4G it will downgrade itself to whatever is available.
Great point!
Pretty obviously true anytime you're on 4G on any device.
Hai Erin Lawrence. Nice review about skyroam wifi. When you unbox and give review about samsung galaxy s9 plus. I'm upgraded to s9 plus.
Hi Sion! Thank you so very much! I've asked to try the S9. I'll keep you posted.
Erin Lawrence I'm posted super slow motion videos my youtube channel . Thank you.
Thanks for the review. What would you recommend for Europe (and a cruise)?
Do you mean other than this?
Hey Erin, I was wondering if you can do an updated review of the devices from Solis? They have a 5G one and Canadian plans. I can't find anywhere on youtube where someone shows what it's like using the device, example show how streaming netflix looks. Is it choppy? Can you use the device while plugged in etc? Cheers.
Great idea! It’s been a while since I used my Skyroam device. I have found it’s almost just easier and in some cases more cost effective to go for a location, specific Sim card or eSIM. Might be worth checking out again as I will be doing a road trip this spring. Thanks for the suggestion.
Hello..You video is fantastic! thank you for sharing your experience! I just rented the Solis. I am waiting for it to arrive before I leave for my trip next week. I am a bit confused about the rental... I paid about $8 per day to rent...Does that include the day pass or do I need to purchase in addition to the rental. It is not clear to me... Thank you in advance.
Thanks for checking it out. You’d have to check with skyroam. There’s the rental fees and then the passes usually.
Can I use this device in Bangladesh
Not so great in Central America. The site says Costa Rica is an option but in an area where I get cell phone service with no problem, all I get is the endless swirl of "searching" for a signal.
Great feedback for folks. Thank you.
Will it work on India's network, what is the price ?
Please reply.
Erin..if I purchase this mobile hot spot, do I still need an international data plan for my I phone thru AT&T, or can I just take my phone and use it with a the hot spot?
I think that is only in foreign countries.... its the same as using your own mobile phone. After 500 mb it is dramatically reduced. But in the USA it should not be that way. I can't seem to find a review on this for the USA specifically.
Great information,thank you for the video,also how do I get the discount coupon
I got it. Thank you
It's here: erinlyyc.com/2018/03/07/skyroam-wi-fi-hotspot-review-travel-without-data-roaming/
so can work even in Uganda countries
Daypasses are limited to 500Mb! After that your unlimited LTE becomes a super slow 2G.
Hey, thanks for the warning about giving enough time to set it up. I leave this weekend for a trip to China so will try to work out the kinks today/tomorrow. QUESTION: how does the 5 day pass work? ...once I activate the code will it be 5 consecutive days (a straight 120 hours) or only activate the 24 hours of wifi when I turn it on during that next period?
You need to activate each day pass individually. So you can start the day at any time, and then you get a full 24 hrs. Tomorrow you'd start fresh and activate another pass. Enjoy your trip! Would love to hear how this works for you. Post on TechGadgetsCanada.com
Paige Lumley Post review please
hi Paige does it work in China? Can you access Facebook? Google Maps?
I have had mine for a few years and my wifi light never stops circling.
Does anyone know if the Skyroam data comes from AT&T or Verizon or Sprint etc.? I have Sprint on my cell, and I get only 1 bar of signal, for 4G. This is for where I live ,near Chicago.
How is the quality of service in Vancouver or Toronto?
When not in use “off days/months of travel” is there a fee you still pay if you purchase the device? Really thinking about getting one. Great tips by the way.
Great question. If you’re on the pay-per-day plan you don’t get charged for days when you choose not to activate it. Thanks for watching and for the compliment.
Hi
Does it connect to the satellite if we are in a remote area where there is no telecommunication towers?
No.
We have a vacation home - think its worth it? Can it run Netflix on a TV? Instead of paying a monthly internet bill - and only getting to our house a few times a year - we are looking for alternatives.
Hmmmmmm... if you can get past the finicky connections... maybe!
Erin did you try it in the rural areas of Tuscany?
I wish! Spain and california only so far
Would you say this device works in very remote areas? I'm getting ready to go to The Gates of the Artic in Alaska next month
Is there cell service where you are going?
@@ErinLawrenceTV I just made a search online and, yes! There is a tower that's just been installed and in operation as of Last Month! It's only good for 3G currently, I'm gonna purchase Skyroam to at least keep in touch with Family. The Tower is near Camp Coldfoot which is where I'd be at
$99 a month is a good deal for unlimited!
So has anyone used the Skyroam and had to VPN back into America for something like work? Does it work okay?
Used it in 3 different countries. Canada being one where wifi isnt an issue. But with this device it apparently was. Constantly would not work for us. Wouldnt even sign in without already being connected to a wifi. Even told me i didnt have any day passes left when i had two remaining. Only when i loaded more onto my account it showed that i still had two days left
Dont waste your money
Very frustrating. Did you ever get a resolution?
How much is the download speed /upload speed?
hi Erin do you know if the VPN service allows you to access content that is restricted in countries that block certain sites like Facebook in China or Whatsapp calls in Dubai?
I do not, but maybe some others here do…?
try nordvpn
Let me be the first to tell you. This device is not for those who are not technically inclined.
It is great if you use your brain. If there is LTE where you are located; it will work. Very simple. People out here over thinking it.
Thanks Anthony!
Damn. I was hoping to take it camping where i will have no internet
Hi. I have iphone hot spot, so why do I need another hot spot? wouldn't it just do the same thing? my hot spot will only work if it finds a signal. Does this work with no signal? is that the difference? - cheers
In some countries, like Canada, using your phone as a hotspot, comes with extremely high data use charges. Using a device like this is far more cost effective.
Is the Internet fast
how could one find out if it works in northern Canada such as the Yukon ??
Check the Skyroam website. if you get cell service, it will work.
So if I were to get it working in the USA before we went to Europe it should work in Europe for us?
That’s what I’d recommend
Does it work with laptops and tablets?
Is it reliable too for working on laptops and tablets? Mobile, I think it'd work perfectly. How about on laptops?
Yes! We ran two laptops off it also and it was great b
@@ErinLawrenceTV thanks Erin! That helps!
9 USD for 1GB, 99 USD for unlimited. really ?
I buy a local sim card for 1/5 the the price.
THe idea is nice but the data price is not in line with 4G da prices.
BIG FACTS
Can I use this in on my Jamaican trip?
Check skyroam's website for specific country availability. There's also a discount code here if you do get one: erinlyyc.com/2018/03/07/skyroam-wi-fi-hotspot-review-travel-without-data-roaming/
I want to know how well it works in the USA? I travel a lot and stay in hotel rooms. I want my own internet connection....
It's pretty good. I've used it there several times
Good review, but its not that good, Speed Throttles after 500mb, then your speed is limited to 2G basically.
Thanks for your feedback Tony, and for watching.
I can make hotspot from phone I don’t know if is worth to buy and pay for additional internet
How much is skyroam solis lite
Will this work is a small community that has 3G not 4g?
If it gets cell service it’ll work just fine.
can u use it over in philadelphia pa
I don't see why not.
Can you use this to stream movies?
You could, yes.
It says error 109
More information ( Nepal )
Do you recommand it for trucking in canada ? I search solution To get unlimited wifi in my truck
i WOULD! It would probably be a very reliable option, particularly with their new monthly package, GoData: : www.skyroam.com?rfsn=1084357.b55b3
Do u have to pay per gigabit
They have 2 plans now; you can pay per day, or pay for a month of data.
Do you use a firestick for tv?
I have not tried one, no. You?
@@ErinLawrenceTV well i use the "flixstik" its like the fire stick but you can hotspot to it without a hotspot plan from your cell provider.
@@ErinLawrenceTV you cant do that with the fire stick. I know because i have one of those too lol
What service provider does it use?
It uses the local cell networks... how it chooses which one in particular, I don't know. I imagine Skyroam has local deals in each country.
It is better to buy a local SIM card
Can I just use it in my car when my phone runs down data?
You sure can. As long as you're in an area where there's cell phone signals for it to pull from.
I bought it 8 months ago. Could not be more sorry. You get throttled REALLY quickly and it is unusable. Buy a SIM card and teather. That’s what I did in UK. MUCH cheaper. Now I have an expensive orange paperweight.
Thanks for posting your experience, Ronald. What countries did you use it in? And how did you notice the throttling; what did you experience?
Erin Lawrence Scotland. Was in hotel in Edinburgh with poor internet so I fired up the device. The login screen showed 4G but after 15-20 min of Facebook activity and email it showed 2G and web pages were loading very slowly.! It said if I wanted 4G I had to pay for another day. Cheaper to use SIM card.
If the net has been throttled to 2G then if not downloading videos, is it still ok to watch youtube videos?But in low settings?
it seemed just fine to me, Piyapat.
Ok glad to hear.I'll consider buying one.But I live in Thailand,if I buy it directly from their website will it ship to Thailand?
Have you ever been to Japan or any countries in Asia?I live in Thailand.Can you tell me about your experience using skyroam solis in this continent?
I have not. tried it in Asia. Only in Europe and it worked great. You could try renting one and seeing if it works well for you.
do i need to connect to the internet in order to reload it up?.
what if i dont have an internet connection. how to reload?.
Hi June, You get 20 minutes of wi-fi connection in order to get the device up and running, or to re-load..
thank you. did you mean that i have a free 20mins internet everytime i open skyroam?.
Wow😅
Worse customer service I have ever come across-and I am almost 70 years old...
:( That's too bad. It's such a great idea for a product. Their newer products are better.
I hate this device. I hate their marketing B/S, a device that hardly works, the ongoing conversations with their support in the Philippines who doesn't have any decision making power and constantly need to talk to their "second level support". They bombard me with emails with their highly annoying marketing messages and no feedback after I have provided review. And it's so expensive if compared to any local prepaid SIM cards!!!
I’ve definitely heard that.
expensive as f@ck.
This is more expensive than roaming on my phone for 5dollar a day and I can use everything on my plan. This is not cheap and not worth it.
For some people the math doesn't work out. For others, it's a great deal.
A couple of years ago I bought the International plan on my ATT phone for $5 or $9 per day, but then I got hit with $700+ roaming fees and other fees. Everytime I wanted to see a page on my safari web browser the data was charged. Like $25 for so many mb - at the end I had to fight with ATT and get some refunded. ATT plan was so not what they advertised.
can you tether 5 devices on your plan with 'unlimited' (throttled) data? Thought not.
never work without calling support team, dreadful service,, more of a scam,,buy local sim,,, much cheaper
Can you elaborate when you say buy local sim? Like how would that work in comparison to this?