TP-Link 300Mbps 4G WiFi Router, cutting-edge Mobil WiFi
TP-Link 300Mbps 4G WiFi Router, cutting-edge Mobil WiFi Router 4G Cat4 LTE Network, Ideal for gaming & streaming, Nano SIM Card Slot, Plug & Play, Secure Network WPA-PSK(TL-MR105)
| Weight: | 510 g |
| Dimensions: | 17 x 13 x 6 cm; 510 g |
| Brand: | TP-Link |
| Model: | TL-MR105 |
| Colour: | white |
| Manufacture: | TP-Link |
| Dimensions: | 17 x 13 x 6 cm; 510 g |
Excellent quality I have WiFi all around my flat Brilliant by getting this item and a sim only I managed to get home Internet 20pm cutting out the price hikes
Working away from home at the moment, I was struggling to use my phone as a hotspot for Internet. This little router does the job perfectly! Far more stable than my phone and a better signal as well. Would absolutely recommend.
I needed a reliable internet connection for a family member who was away from home. This worked out of the box: almost no setup, and we were away. It’s working from a SIM card at 300mbps, which is excellent for mobile broadband: just don’t expect fibre speeds.
It’s a discreet little unit, and I know it will come in handy in future.
Perfect if you’ve got mains power, but can’t connect to your normal ISP.
This product is superb.
All I had to do was pop in a simcard, then setup the password and the router automatically set itself up.
Very easy setup and great performance.
It’s a solid, robust device that delivers a strong signal in every room of a two-story home made of armed concrete.
Some users may find it a bit tricky during setup, but it’s straightforward. Just read the guidelines in quick setup. After the initial setup, I went to the phone shop and got a nano SIM for my holidays. I slotted it in the modem router, and I have internet to post this review and watch some movies.
As a keen camper van enthusiast constantly on the move, maintaining a reliable connection in remote locales has always posed a challenge. However, since integrating the TP-Link TL-MR6400 4G LTE Router into my setup, my connectivity woes have become a thing of the past.
First and foremost, the setup was a breeze. True to its claim, the router required no configuration, and I was up and running within minutes of unboxing. The inclusion of a UK plug was a thoughtful touch, ensuring compatibility with sockets wherever my travels took me.
A standout feature of this router is its compatibility with 4G networks, which has been a game-changer for me. Even in off-grid locations where traditional Wi-Fi signals falter, the TL-MR6400 consistently delivers a stable internet connection, allowing me to stay connected to work, family, and friends.
To further augment its performance, I attached an external antenna to the router, which significantly boosted its signal strength. This modification has been invaluable, especially in areas with weak signal reception.
In terms of speed, the TP-Link TL-MR6400 impresses with its 300 Mbps Wireless N capabilities. Streaming videos, downloading files, and video conferencing are seamless experiences, even in areas where network coverage is typically unreliable.
The inclusion of parental control features adds an extra layer of security and peace of mind, particularly for families travelling with children. The easy management interface makes it simple to customise settings and monitor usage.
In summary, the TP-Link TL-MR6400 4G LTE Router is a must-have for anyone seeking reliable connectivity on the go. Its effortless setup, compatibility with 4G networks, and robust performance make it an essential addition to any camper van or travel setup. With this router by your side, staying connected in off-grid locations is no longer a challenge but a seamless experience. Highly recommended for fellow travellers seeking reliable internet access wherever the road takes them.
The TL-MR600’s standout feature is its support for 4G+Cat 4 LTE connectivity, delivering blazing-fast internet speeds up to 300 Mbps. This is a game-changer for users in areas with limited traditional broadband options or those seeking a reliable backup for uninterrupted connectivity.
Setting up the TL-MR600 is a breeze, thanks to its plug-and-play design. The inclusion of a UK plug ensures compatibility with local power outlets, and the absence of complicated configurations means users can enjoy high-speed internet without the need for extensive technical know-how.
The presence of a 4G micro SIM slot provides flexibility in choosing and changing mobile operators, giving users the freedom to select the best available network in their area. The unlocked nature of the router further adds to its versatility, making it compatible with various carriers.
Equipped with WAN connection capabilities, the TL-MR600 seamlessly switches between 4G LTE and WAN connections, providing uninterrupted internet access. This feature is particularly valuable for users who require a reliable and consistent internet connection for work or entertainment.
Parental control features enhance the TL-MR600’s appeal, allowing users to manage and monitor internet access for connected devices. This feature is a valuable asset for families, ensuring a safe online environment for children and controlling access to inappropriate content.
The router’s easy management system, accessible through a user-friendly interface, empowers users to monitor and control their network effortlessly. From device management to security settings, the TL-MR600 puts the user in the driver’s seat with intuitive controls.
The other reviews saying that it was a true plug and play type of thing didn’t really match my experience. One issue is due to no fault of the hardware itself – we get our broadband through Sky, who it turns out actually go out of their way to try to stop you from using your own kit. As I’m not totally without technical ability I managed to circumvent all this, but if you’re looking for the “plug and play” experience but have Sky as your broadband provider I’d have to recommend against a device like this. Incidentally if anyone wants to know what I did to make this work feel free to leave a comment.
Secondly, while it seemed to work fine initially (and was actually our sole source of broadband for a while for reasons I won’t go into), one day about a month later I switched over to 4G and was surprised to find the speed we were getting had slowed right down. It was at roughly the same speed we got through the fixed line broadband, which was horrifying when you consider the entire reason I’d bought into all this. Worse, it would completely drop every now and again. It still worked fine in home broadband mode which you would have thought would have placed the blame squarely on EE, or at least the 4G hardware inside the unit, but as it turns out it was actually the most basic of things – I had to choose a different wi-fi channel for the router. Nothing at all would have suggested a problem with the wi-fi – everything was showing good signal, even when the net had completely dropped. However setting the channel manually, and setting the bandwidth to 20hz made the 4G connection literally 10x faster and stopped the drops. Bizarrely, it would seem that if left to its own devices, the device will sometimes automatically set the wi-fi channel to something that interferes with the 4G. That’s astonishingly stupid.
So yeah, in summary, even if all the evidence points to something else, try messing with the wi-fi channel if you have problems as the auto channel detection is apparently rubbish. However, that aside, the product is now working perfectly and I am more than happy with it day to day.
UPDATE: Removing a star. Internet drops have started to rear their head again in spite of messing with the wifi channel. It is looking like the same issue myself and others have reported – all signal bars are fine, yet the internet keeps going down for a few moments, and more frequently than is acceptable. And again, only in 4G mode. Being pretty sure this wasn’t EE’s fault (the signal, speed and reliability we get on our phones is outstanding) I started wondering what was unique about the 4G setup versus switching to broadband. This led me to the DNS server – for reasons I won’t go into, in 4G mode it was using TP-Link’s default DNS server, and in broadband mode it uses Sky’s. Wondering whether the TP-Link DNS server was flaky I switched over to Google’s DNS (8.8.8.8/8.8.4.4 if you’re interested) and since then, the connection seems much more stable. I couldn’t get it to drop once while stress testing it last night – but I won’t say emphatically that the problem is resolved because I said that about the wifi channel didn’t I? Something for people to try though, if you have the same problems.
I’ll update again when I’m satisfied the problem is resolved, or if I needed to do more work. Starting to envy the people for whom this was “plug and play” – it hasn’t been my experience in the slightest.
FINAL UPDATE: Well, it’s been a good nine months and things have definitely settled down, so I’m re-adding a star. 4G is generally slower than our mobiles, but it’s fine and definitely faster than our awful Sky broadband. To recap, using Google’s DNS was ESSENTIAL, and you may also get better results by altering the wireless channel and bandwidth settings. In reference to the comment on this review, I haven’t marked it down for any of Sky’s issues at all.