I have a non-ISP specific version of this device and the ethernet port works as ethernet port would in any router. I have my desktop hooked to this thing via the ethernet. Checking with Ookla speed test I get about 130-150 mbps dl speed connection with this router via ethernet (300 mbps theoretical 4G+ plan, no extra antennas, 4-5/5 signal).
I have a Mobley on Connected Car Plan, unlimited $20/mo, w/deprioritizing @ 22 GB. Tried putting the SIM in a Unite Explore and the speeds were like 1/3rd of the Mobley speeds (1 - 3 Mpbs instead of 3 - 10 Mpbs) in the same location back to back tests. It happened where the signal was low and strong. I sent back the Unite Explore. Any idea why that would happen? Now the Mobley is shutting itself off after random periods of time and I have to keep removing and reconnecting power to start it up again. Maybe I should try this Nighthawk?
Great video. Could you run speed test on it alongside side the explorer to compair? I am wondering if the ping will go down and even more so with an antenna? Thanks!
We do extensive head to head testing on gear and equipment in a variety of locations and signal conditions - and that is all shared with our members in our Field Testing Lab: www.rvmobileinternet.com/lab
There is a question about the ethernet port in/out. Can I plug this Nighthawk directly into an older desktop computer's ethernet port? The computer does not have an wireless card in it.
Hi guys....first let me say that I really enjoy all your vids. I am thinking of getting this device for my sailboat. My only concern is how compatible it would be with an external omnidirectional antenna (for a decent signal down below). I can’t seem to find any info about this so I would really appreciate your guidance. Many thanks in advance.
This sort of device would be best with a omnidirectional MIMO antenna for boating use to best take advantage of LTE. Our guide to cellular antennas:www.rvmobileinternet.com/resources/selecting-a-cellular-antenna-2/ You'll need TS9 adapters to fit this device.
@@MobileInternetResourceCenter Thank you! I ran across a review that was published in March 2019 in which T-Mobile was the provider so I came back to you to get the lowdown. I'll be working on the road in Canada and the US starting in Jan. 2020 and need RELIABLE, STRONG and FAST internet 5 days out of 7 - is it possible and (I may have seen the video and the articles on your site) can you link a video that will help me know all the ins and outs? (PS - not a full MIA member yet but will be in the next couple of months)
This has been working great for the past couple years with att but the last couple weeks it stopped working. Wondering if att finally put a kibosh on that plan even though they’re still taking out the prepaid monthly payment
Are you referring to the $34.99 prepaid tablet plan? Yes.. AT&T has been aggressively canceling those accounts for misuse since early 2020. We put a warning out about that then.
@@MobileInternetResourceCenter I was being very cautious with usage on it and it shows it’s still active and they recently charged. Maybe something else is going on with the hotpot
Would this work with the AT&T Straight Talk sim card? Also, a "Triple Cut" sim card fit this device? I've seen guys selling those online with the old school unlimited plan on them.
We have AT&T family plan and I hear soon will get 30gb mobile hotspot on each phone. What's a cheap option if i just want to be able to check a camera in a remote property that gets 3 bars from AT&T. Don't want the camera to be saving data over wifi, but just need to check it remotely. Barely need any bandwidth there and while I'm there i have my phone for surfing.
We focus on plans that have at least 10GB a month of high speed hotspot use - our definition of mobile internet. Here's where we track all of the options: www.rvmobileinternet.com/gear/cellular-data-plans/
I have a AT&T bundel at home. Can i use this Nighthawk to replace my wifi modem? Will AT&T let me replace their wired in modem with the Nighthawk? My goal is to be able to take the Nighthawk out as a portable wifi whenever i leave the house for my phone. The only home devices i have connected is a Google home mini, laptop and my TV. Can i piggyback from my existing AT&T modem and use my unlimited data on the Nighthawk as portable insted of a a new plan for it?
Can I put more than one SIM card, like take one out if my bill turned off and just put another in. Will it lock the SIM card because Ive already used it or no?
Question: If you buy the router full price (without contract) is it unlocked. Can you use it on another carrier. It supports the same LTE bands as T-Mobile. I wonder if you can use on T-Mobile? (or is it strictly configured to at&t apn and wouldn't even recognize a T-mobile sim card?)
You would need to jump through AT&T's hoops to get it unlocked (last we checked, wasn't as easy as it should be). But yes, once you do - ideal for T-Mobile as well.
Mobile Internet Resource Center Greats news. So Best Buy sells this router full price not tied with an AT&T plan. I would assume it is unlocked if you buy full price?
@@MobileInternetResourceCenter I finally got it. But no one could get it. I had to put a knife in and pry it open. Now it won't go back but whatever. Customer service told me the password was under the cover and failed to mention I can see it on the screen once it's charged. So I went through that for nothing. But thanks for the reply though!!
The Nighthawk only has two antenna ports, and when using them it shuts off 4x4 MIMO to revert to 2X2. You can find our cellular antenna guide at: www.mobileinternetinfo.com/cellularantennas
@@DoubleD72 it's not a scam for rural internet areas the only ISP for wifi I can get is frontier and for their 3mbps plan they only give 0.5mbps so I went cellular and get a lot faster speeds. I don't have this at&t plan. I only have 45gb of high speed hotspot then unlimited 3g data.
It's $20/month to add to an existing Unlimited Plus multi-line account. For standalone it's $65/mo for Unlimited Choice (speeds always reduced to 3mbps) or $90 for Unlimited Plus (full speed). The 22GB is not a hard throttle, just network management.
I have a non-ISP specific version of this device and the ethernet port works as ethernet port would in any router. I have my desktop hooked to this thing via the ethernet. Checking with Ookla speed test I get about 130-150 mbps dl speed connection with this router via ethernet (300 mbps theoretical 4G+ plan, no extra antennas, 4-5/5 signal).
Unlimited hotspot data is mostly grandfathered Verizon and Att lines, T Mobile may be a higher usage cap
Chris... could you try putting your Mobley AT&T chip in it and see if it works?
It'll work.. but if it's a Connected Car Plan, it's still not a qualified device for the plan, just like the Unite Explore.
So... no guarantees for how long.
I have a Mobley on Connected Car Plan, unlimited $20/mo, w/deprioritizing @ 22 GB. Tried putting the SIM in a Unite Explore and the speeds were like 1/3rd of the Mobley speeds (1 - 3 Mpbs instead of 3 - 10 Mpbs) in the same location back to back tests. It happened where the signal was low and strong. I sent back the Unite Explore. Any idea why that would happen? Now the Mobley is shutting itself off after random periods of time and I have to keep removing and reconnecting power to start it up again. Maybe I should try this Nighthawk?
What are the data plan prices? I've never owned a mobile Hotspot but I want to get one. 😊
Great video. Could you run speed test on it alongside side the explorer to compair? I am wondering if the ping will go down and even more so with an antenna? Thanks!
We do extensive head to head testing on gear and equipment in a variety of locations and signal conditions - and that is all shared with our members in our Field Testing Lab: www.rvmobileinternet.com/lab
There is a question about the ethernet port in/out. Can I plug this Nighthawk directly into an older desktop computer's ethernet port? The computer does not have an wireless card in it.
yes
Yes, AND if you wish a router so your printers and PC can all share the device.
Hello! Thank you for the videos! Have you tried the Nighthawk with an Ethernet switch yet? Performance?
Yes, it works.
Hi guys....first let me say that I really enjoy all your vids.
I am thinking of getting this device for my sailboat. My only concern is how compatible it would be with an external omnidirectional antenna (for a decent signal down below). I can’t seem to find any info about this so I would really appreciate your guidance.
Many thanks in advance.
This sort of device would be best with a omnidirectional MIMO antenna for boating use to best take advantage of LTE. Our guide to cellular antennas:www.rvmobileinternet.com/resources/selecting-a-cellular-antenna-2/
You'll need TS9 adapters to fit this device.
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At&t Netgear Nighthawk M1 support bands 14 and 46? Thank you.
The newer versions do
How can I get it to work with my firestick asking for a VPN
Can you revisit this gear for 2019? How does it compare now?
The Nighthawk is still the best mobile hotspot available for AT&T's 4G/LTE network.
@@MobileInternetResourceCenter Thank you! I ran across a review that was published in March 2019 in which T-Mobile was the provider so I came back to you to get the lowdown. I'll be working on the road in Canada and the US starting in Jan. 2020 and need RELIABLE, STRONG and FAST internet 5 days out of 7 - is it possible and (I may have seen the video and the articles on your site) can you link a video that will help me know all the ins and outs? (PS - not a full MIA member yet but will be in the next couple of months)
Our tips for working remotely: www.rvmobileinternet.com/work
Yes can we review this one against current hotspots, like the new mr5000 and then new mr5200?
This has been working great for the past couple years with att but the last couple weeks it stopped working. Wondering if att finally put a kibosh on that plan even though they’re still taking out the prepaid monthly payment
Are you referring to the $34.99 prepaid tablet plan? Yes.. AT&T has been aggressively canceling those accounts for misuse since early 2020. We put a warning out about that then.
@@MobileInternetResourceCenter I was being very cautious with usage on it and it shows it’s still active and they recently charged. Maybe something else is going on with the hotpot
@@MobileInternetResourceCenter nothing a little IMEI magic won't fix
Would this work with the AT&T Straight Talk sim card? Also, a "Triple Cut" sim card fit this device? I've seen guys selling those online with the old school unlimited plan on them.
Nice router! Does att have straight unlimited and no throttling?
We keep a list of the best available data plans for all four carriers here: rvmobileinternet.com/planpicks
Is there a setting to turn off WiFi, but still use Ethernet?
syoung20001 yes
And can you buy it without having at&t as your phone provider
Yes, you can now find them 3rd Party.
Jose Garcia Best Buy
Do you need to be a at&t customer to use this?
You need a compatible plan, yes.
We have AT&T family plan and I hear soon will get 30gb mobile hotspot on each phone. What's a cheap option if i just want to be able to check a camera in a remote property that gets 3 bars from AT&T. Don't want the camera to be saving data over wifi, but just need to check it remotely. Barely need any bandwidth there and while I'm there i have my phone for surfing.
We focus on plans that have at least 10GB a month of high speed hotspot use - our definition of mobile internet. Here's where we track all of the options: www.rvmobileinternet.com/gear/cellular-data-plans/
could you show us how to open battery cover? apparently it is not opening with the one I bought.
Put your fingers on the arrows and slide?
Can you actually stream Netflix... amazon prime video etc?
Yup, we do all the time.
Yes
For use in an RV, would I be better of using an external antenna or add some type of cell boost system?
They both have their place - www.rvmobileinternet.com/cellsignal to understand more.
I am a truck driver and I would like to have that for my smart TV.
Can you use a regular mobile sims card with unlimited data? Or would you have to buy a whole different plan
Data devices need data only plans.
Is the signal strong enough to run games like warzone with no great lag
Depends on lots of factors at your location.
Can you use it with Tmobile simcard?
Only if you can get the device unlocked by AT&T
You forgot to cover the imei
I have a AT&T bundel at home. Can i use this Nighthawk to replace my wifi modem? Will AT&T let me replace their wired in modem with the Nighthawk? My goal is to be able to take the Nighthawk out as a portable wifi whenever i leave the house for my phone. The only home devices i have connected is a Google home mini, laptop and my TV.
Can i piggyback from my existing AT&T modem and use my unlimited data on the Nighthawk as portable insted of a a new plan for it?
You would need a plan compatible with the Nighthawk. Your home internet is not a portable plan.
Are there advantages to using this over a burner phone?
This is a hotspot, very different solution than a phone.
Can I put more than one SIM card, like take one out if my bill turned off and just put another in. Will it lock the SIM card because Ive already used it or no?
No, it doesn't lock your SIM card
@@MobileInternetResourceCenter okay can I use multiple ones , like take one out and use another?
How would I switch my connection from 2.4GHZ to 5Ghz
Within the dashboard
Mobile Internet Resource Center I cannot Access the dashboard because attwifimanager isn’t a website
Question: If you buy the router full price (without contract) is it unlocked. Can you use it on another carrier. It supports the same LTE bands as T-Mobile. I wonder if you can use on T-Mobile? (or is it strictly configured to at&t apn and wouldn't even recognize a T-mobile sim card?)
You would need to jump through AT&T's hoops to get it unlocked (last we checked, wasn't as easy as it should be). But yes, once you do - ideal for T-Mobile as well.
Mobile Internet Resource Center Greats news. So Best Buy sells this router full price not tied with an AT&T plan. I would assume it is unlocked if you buy full price?
I would not assume that.
www.att.com/deviceunlock/
Amazing review.
Can I use this to game on pc
Depends on your gaming needs and data plans. More on gaming over mobile internet: www.rvmobileinternet.com/gaming
Yes
No one shows how to open the back?
The password is under the cover and no one in my family can get the cover off.
There's little arrows on the cover..... put your thumbs there and slide it off. Super easy.
@@MobileInternetResourceCenter
I finally got it. But no one could get it. I had to put a knife in and pry it open. Now it won't go back but whatever.
Customer service told me the password was under the cover and failed to mention I can see it on the screen once it's charged. So I went through that for nothing.
But thanks for the reply though!!
would two mimo antennas make a big difference vs one? is there an external (rv ladder mount) antenna you recommend? thanks!
The Nighthawk only has two antenna ports, and when using them it shuts off 4x4 MIMO to revert to 2X2. You can find our cellular antenna guide at: www.mobileinternetinfo.com/cellularantennas
Is it possible to stream 4K content to my devices with AT&Ts plan?
This video is 3 years old and it's talking about 5G Network and it's still not here.
There actually is 5G coverage across much of the country now, but the networks still have a ways to go to be truly worthwhile.
How do you change the nat type
jake benzel on the website
What are the att. Plans like bro????
Current best option is their Unlimited Plus - $90/mo for a single line, or $20/mo when a line is added to a multi-line account.
@@DoubleD72 it's not a scam for rural internet areas the only ISP for wifi I can get is frontier and for their 3mbps plan they only give 0.5mbps so I went cellular and get a lot faster speeds. I don't have this at&t plan. I only have 45gb of high speed hotspot then unlimited 3g data.
Can you just order a SIM Card from AT&T using our account and plug it in or do you need to buy it from them in order to get it connected?
You will need an AT&T SIM card.
I thought I heard $20 a month? it's $65 a month for 22 gig
It's $20/month to add to an existing Unlimited Plus multi-line account. For standalone it's $65/mo for Unlimited Choice (speeds always reduced to 3mbps) or $90 for Unlimited Plus (full speed). The 22GB is not a hard throttle, just network management.
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I'm flying to USA .I want to try this so how much is the router hot spot a month with 20gb
How much does it cost again
Price recently increased to $249.99
Plan not the same though.
Is this dude on a boat?
Yes.. we don't just play nomads on the internet. We are boaters and RVers :)
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Respect
So slooooow
Lake Servers ikr
Anybody else have a 33 minute ad prior to this video? Glad the skip button showed up!