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GL.iNet Travel Routers (Refurb): GL-MT300N-V2 (Mango) $13.90, GL-AR750 (Creta)

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whodiini
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you are partially correct. It depends on whether or not you need VPN and the login protocol of the cruise line internet. The one I posted works with all protocols including EAP. Even the more expensive ones sometimes dont have EAP. I had the slate model but upgraded first to the Beryl AX model, since on paper that seemed better. But actually using it tells you what the issues were. The Beryl AX didnt have EAP, only worked with an older version of software (with bugs) and it ran hot. Had issues connecting to my VPN and couldnt get VPN to work reliably. So even though it was newer and more expensive and better on paper, it had fewer capabilities, I finally ended up with hte version I posted, had EAP, ran on a more updated firmware, was power efficient and never got hot and was fast enough. It paid for itself many times over on the cruise. (Saved me 2 people x $15/day x 16 days) = $480.) It was worth it spending $90 for certainty vs $20 uncertainty prior to the trip. Yes it was 4x the cost of the $20 model, but if it didnt work, it would have cost me a lot more than the additional money

BTW, I see posts all the time of people that claim model X is better based on specs, but actually never tried it. Wish they would put disclaimers and not be so certain of their claims. (Not talking about your post). Most important for a travel router to me is useability.
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whodiini
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These are older obsolete versions. For me, they arent worth the bother despite the low cost. IF you want a travel router, I highly recommend this one:
https://www.amazon.com/GL-iNet-GL...R2PX&psc=1

I used it on a recent cruise with it plugged into an Anker phone battery and it worked as a hotspot all over the ship for my family. Worked perfectly. Also used it in VPN mode to connect back to my home network and while slow, worked OK. (It was slow because the ship internet speed was slow. )
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One thing I learned from this post is that there are a lot of slickdealsers that go on cruises.
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Feb 17, 2024 3:51 AM
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whodiiniFeb 17, 2024 3:51 AM
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Quote from BenjaminL6834 View quoted comment :
One thing I learned from this post is that there are a lot of slickdealsers that go on cruises.
The main financial benefit of a travel router is on a cruise because they charge so much for wifi. Even if you go on a cruise once, it will pay for itself.
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Feb 17, 2024 3:53 AM
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flunderFeb 17, 2024 3:53 AM
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Quote from aerischan View quoted comment :
Many US providers usually have a separate limit for hotspot data. For example, Verizon Unlimited Welcome gives you unlimited 5G UW but only 30GB high speed data is available for hotspot.

I've noticed that if I USB tether the portable router to my phone, VZ considers that as on-device data instead of hotspot data.
TY for being patient!
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Feb 17, 2024 3:57 AM
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cgigateFeb 17, 2024 3:57 AM
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Quote from aerischan View quoted comment :
Many US providers usually have a separate limit for hotspot data. For example, Verizon Unlimited Welcome gives you unlimited 5G UW but only 30GB high speed data is available for hotspot.

I've noticed that if I USB tether the portable router to my phone, VZ considers that as on-device data instead of hotspot data.
Many work around solution to get out the hotspot usage limitation ..I had t-mobile t-zone and not allow for tethering, but I worked around and use it as my hotspot for years. open-wrt router is one of the solutions
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Feb 17, 2024 4:39 AM
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cptnswirlFeb 17, 2024 4:39 AM
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Quote from whodiini View quoted comment :
you are partially correct. It depends on whether or not you need VPN and the login protocol of the cruise line internet. The one I posted works with all protocols including EAP. Even the more expensive ones sometimes dont have EAP. I had the slate model but upgraded first to the Beryl AX model, since on paper that seemed better. But actually using it tells you what the issues were. The Beryl AX didnt have EAP, only worked with an older version of software (with bugs) and it ran hot. Had issues connecting to my VPN and couldnt get VPN to work reliably. So even though it was newer and more expensive and better on paper, it had fewer capabilities, I finally ended up with hte version I posted, had EAP, ran on a more updated firmware, was power efficient and never got hot and was fast enough. It paid for itself many times over on the cruise. (Saved me 2 people x $15/day x 16 days) = $480.) It was worth it spending $90 for certainty vs $20 uncertainty prior to the trip. Yes it was 4x the cost of the $20 model, but if it didnt work, it would have cost me a lot more than the additional money

BTW, I see posts all the time of people that claim model X is better based on specs, but actually never tried it. Wish they would put disclaimers and not be so certain of their claims. (Not talking about your post). Most important for a travel router to me is useability.
Question for you, and this might be a dumb question. Did you pay for one internet plan on your cruise and use the router you posted to connect your family members devices?
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Feb 17, 2024 4:46 AM
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whodiiniFeb 17, 2024 4:46 AM
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Quote from cptnswirl View quoted comment :
Question for you, and this might be a dumb question. Did you pay for one internet plan on your cruise and use the router you posted to connect your family members devices?
Yup. Paid for one, logged into the Glinet device and got one internet plan. They family could all share it as long as they were close to the Glinet. i used an Anker battery previously purchased for my iphone and battery powered the Glinet. The battery was the same dimensions of hte Glinet, only thinner, so stuck both (tied together with rubber bands) into my pocket and wandered the ship with internet wherever we went. Saved me hundreds of dollars.
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cptnswirlFeb 17, 2024 4:48 AM
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Quote from whodiini View quoted comment :
Yup. Paid for one, logged into the Glinet device and got one internet plan. They family could all share it as long as they were close to the Glinet. i used an Anker battery previously purchased for my iphone and battery powered the Glinet. The battery was the same dimensions of hte Glinet, only thinner, so stuck both (tied together with rubber bands) into my pocket and wandered the ship with internet wherever we went.
Hahaha that's awesome! Thanks for letting me know. I'm going to purchase that one.
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Feb 17, 2024 5:04 AM
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cgigateFeb 17, 2024 5:04 AM
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Quote from flunder View quoted comment :
Got it, that's to use mobile data with no cap, unless you get throttled. How does this travel router come in play?
Yes, it is correct.
travel router to be able modify IP packet's character to defeat mobile carrier
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desidealhunterFeb 17, 2024 5:42 AM
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Quote from whodiini View quoted comment :
These are older obsolete versions. For me, they arent worth the bother despite the low cost. IF you want a travel router, I highly recommend this one:
https://www.amazon.com/GL-iNet-GL...R2PX&psc=1

I used it on a recent cruise with it plugged into an Anker phone battery and it worked as a hotspot all over the ship for my family. Worked perfectly. Also used it in VPN mode to connect back to my home network and while slow, worked OK. (It was slow because the ship internet speed was slow. )
Which cruise did you used this router successfully? Also, can you share link of Anker batter you used to power this while on cruise?
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Feb 17, 2024 6:05 AM
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whodiiniFeb 17, 2024 6:05 AM
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Quote from desidealhunter View quoted comment :
Which cruise did you used this router successfully? Also, can you share link of Anker batter you used to power this while on cruise?
Princess.
Anker: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product...=UTF8&th=1

I got the anker to charge my iphone, to charge my macbook and to run the router all day. Wanted a multipurpose battery, you can prob find something cheaper.

Then I got a 4" USB C to USB C cable to connect from the battery to the router
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Feb 17, 2024 6:21 AM
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desidealhunterFeb 17, 2024 6:21 AM
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Quote from whodiini View quoted comment :
Princess.
Anker: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product...=UTF8&th=1

I got the anker to charge my iphone, to charge my macbook and to run the router all day. Wanted a multipurpose battery, you can prob find something cheaper.

Then I got a 4" USB C to USB C cable to connect from the battery to the router
Awesome, thank you. I will soon be on Regal Princess and was looking for this exact type of solution to be able to use single WiFi package for our party of 4 in the room. Do you happen to have exact setup instructions to shares that enabled you to setup and share single WiFi on Princess?
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BenjaminL6834Feb 17, 2024 6:36 AM
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Are there any slick deals on cruises? I'm going to need to book one after I get this router.
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GreyDesk412Feb 17, 2024 6:44 AM
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Can this replace a regular home router?
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markazaliFeb 17, 2024 6:52 AM
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I've read recommendations on these routers for folks that want to work remotely but appear to be working from their home IP.

Can I use two of these (server/client) to defeat IP location restrictions of services like Netflix/YouTube TV?
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Quote from nickwitty View quoted comment :
Walmart has been selling the Beryl AX for $80.60 for awhile now. Ordered two last week. Not sure if you can still cancel your Amazon order.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/2865320649
Not meant to derail the discussion, but does anyone know if Beryl AX better for travel than Slate AX?
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Quote from markazali View quoted comment :
I've read recommendations on these routers for folks that want to work remotely but appear to be working from their home IP.

Can I use two of these (server/client) to defeat IP location restrictions of services like Netflix/YouTube TV?
That is easy setup...
My home dd-wrt router as a server.
When we traveled out of country, I had to connect back to get some service
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