Currently, most companies produce equipment that provides access to the World Wide Web to every user who wishes. 4G modems have appeared in their assortment.
Huawei is one of the best companies that is popular with domestic buyers. Developers from the Celestial Empire implement only innovative technologies in devices. The line has models of different price categories, which makes them affordable for the population. Let's take a look at a few modems that have received a lot of positive feedback.
Huawei 4G modems: user reviews
After studying the forums, you can see that Huawei products are rated quite highly by users. Many models received positive feedback. For example, E392, E3372, E8372. What can be counted among their advantages? The owners drew attention to the technical characteristics, in particular, to the transmission speed, which reaches 50-150 Mbps. Many of these devices work withall popular operating systems. There are special connectors for installing antennas and memory cards. Before purchasing Huawei 4G modems, you need to pay attention to one fact: some of them are sold with firmware for a specific cellular network operator (MTS, MegaFon, etc.). In this case, devices will only work with one provider.
Found users and shortcomings in the modems of this brand. The most significant are the dimensions. It is the dimensions of the device that cause some inconvenience during operation. If the device is incorrectly positioned, it will block access to other connectors. But, according to experts, such dimensions are quite justified, since Huawei 4G modems are high-powered devices. Therefore, the conclusion suggests itself: if technical characteristics are important to the user, then he will sacrifice aesthetics without regret.
So, it's time to start a detailed review of the Chinese manufacturer's 4G modems.
Huawei E3372
The requirements of the modern user are no longer able to fully satisfy wired routers, so they have been replaced by new generation devices. Their advantages are undeniable - access to the Internet can be obtained from anywhere. This is exactly what the Huawei E3372 4G modem provides. It is considered one of the best routers currently on the market. It has a high connection speed. Sold with universal firmware, so it can work with any operator. In places withwith a weak signal, it is recommended to install an antenna for which the developers have provided a special port. Supports 3G, 4G standards. The only thing that the user should take into account is that in areas with poor coverage in gadgets to which the modem is connected, the battery life will be significantly reduced. The reason is that a weak signal uses more power.
Let's consider the characteristics of this model:
- Modem type - USB, LTE.
- Dimensions: height - 91 mm, width - 29 mm, thickness - 11 mm.
- Weight - 31 g.
- Signal reception speed - up to 100 Mbps, transmission - up to 50 Mbps.
- External antenna connector: type - CRC9, quantity - 2.
- Network standard: 2G/3G/LTE.
- Compatible with OS: Linux, Windows (all versions), MAC, Win Blue.
The owners of this model did not find any shortcomings during the operation. The reviews talk mainly about the advantages of the modem. They include: versatility (work with any operators), the presence of a slot for microSD flash drives, small size, high-speed connection, the ability to install an external antenna. The average cost of Huawei E3372 varies within 2550 rubles.
Huawei E392
According to most users, the E392 is ideal for a laptop. In the reviews it is called the best and fastest. You can buy the device in MegaFon stores. The Huawei E392 4G modem in this case will be equipped with a special firmware that restricts work only with SIM cardsthis operator. The developers have provided a slot for installing an external microSD drive. Also, the E392 modem can be used as a USB reader. The manufacturer included an external antenna and a MegaFon U-SIM card in the package.
Device specifications:
- Location type - external.
- Dimensions: height - 100 mm, width - 35 mm, body thickness - 14 mm.
- Modem Weight: 50g
- OS: Mac OS/ Windows.
- Networking: 100 Mbps download speed, 50 Mbps upload speed.
The main disadvantage according to users is the size of the modem. When installed in a laptop, it blocks access to adjacent connectors. Design is also hardly a strong point. Black "brick", framed by a gray U-shaped plastic profile. On this, all the minuses of this model end and the pluses begin. Users attribute high connection speed, support for many ranges, and versatility to strengths. You will have to pay an average of 3,750 rubles for such a device.
Huawei E8372
The Huawei E8372 3G/4G USB modem can be used as a mobile device or a stationary one. The model is equipped with a Wi-Fi option. The standard is 802.11b/g/n. The frequency range is 2.4 GHz. It is an access point that is capable of distributing a signal at a distance of up to 5 m. It can provide Internet access to up to 10 gadgets simultaneously via Wi-Fi. It also has a connector for an external antenna (TS-9), has a high-speed connection. Switching between networks is done manually. Modemdesigned to work with laptops and tablets that are based on Windows and Mac OS. The ability to work autonomously is not provided, power is supplied through the USB port by connecting to any devices (Power Bank, car charger, etc.). The modem does not belong to compact gadgets, as it has dimensions of 94 (H) × 30 (W) × 14 (T) mm. Its mass does not exceed 40 g. The maximum data transfer rate limit in 3G networks is 43.3 Mbps, in 4G - 100 Mbps.
Of the advantages, users highlight the ability to work as a router and the lack of firmware for one mobile operator. You can buy a modem for 3540 rubles.
Huawei E8278
This device provides a high download speed, which reaches 150 Mbps. Supports 2G/3G/4G networks. Compatible with devices on Mac OS (version X 10.5 - X 10.8) and Windows (Vista, XP, 7, 8). There are connectors for an external TS9 type antenna. With a weight of 50 grams, it has the following dimensions: 98.0 × 32.0 × 14.2 mm, so it is quite large, however, like other Huawei 4G modems. In MTS it is sold under a different name - 825FT, and in MegaFon stores - 4G + (LTE) / Wi-Fi MegaFon Turbo modem. Can be used as a Wi-Fi hotspot. Allowed number of connected devices - 10.
Huawei E3276
This model is distinguished not only by impressive characteristics, but also by ease of setup. In order to use the modem, you just need to connect it tocomputer technology. The system will recognize the device and automatically start the update. The reception speed is quite high - up to 150 Mbps, and the transmission speed is standard - up to 50 Mbps. As for the dimensions, the thickness of the modem is 14 mm, and the width and height are 34 and 92 mm, respectively. The weight of the module is only 35 g. It is recommended to use an external antenna to amplify the 4G signal. For ease of use, the developers installed a rotary plug mechanism. The device is universal, as it supports SIM cards of any mobile operators. Among the shortcomings, users identified one feature - during operation, the modem gets very hot. Its cost is about 2900 rubles.
