Currently, most companies produce equipment that provides access to the World Wide Web for everyone who wants to. 4G modems appeared in their assortment.
Huawei is one of the best companies that is popular with domestic buyers. Developers from the Middle Kingdom implement only innovative technologies in devices. In the lineup there are models of different price categories, which makes them available to the public. Let's look at a few modems that have received a large number of positive reviews.
Huawei 4G modems: user reviews
After examining the forums, you can see that Huawei products are rated quite highly by users. Positive feedback has been noted by many models. For example, E392, E3372, E8372. What can be attributed to their advantages? The owners drew attention to the technical characteristics, in particular, to the transmission speed, which reaches 50-150 Mbit / s. Many of these devices work with all popular operating systems. There are special connectors for installing antennas and memory cards. Before you buy 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, the devices will work with only one provider.
We found users and shortcomings in the modems of this brand. The most significant are the sizes. It is the dimensions of the device that cause some inconvenience during operation. If the device is not positioned correctly, it will block access to other connectors. But, according to experts, such dimensions are justified, since Huawei’s 4G modems are high-power devices. Therefore, the conclusion suggests itself: if technical specifications are important to the user, then he will sacrifice aesthetics without regret.
So, it's time to start a detailed review of the 4G-modems of the Chinese manufacturer.
Huawei E3372
The requirements of the modern user are no longer able to fully satisfy wired routers, so they were replaced by new generation devices. Their advantages are undeniable - access to the Internet can be obtained from anywhere. These are the features that the Huawei E3372 4G modem provides. It is considered one of the best routers currently on the market. It features a high connection speed. It is sold with universal firmware, so it can work with any operator. In places with 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 consider is that in areas with poor coverage in the gadgets to which the modem is connected, the battery life will be significantly reduced. The reason is that a weak signal consumes more energy.
Consider the characteristics of this model:
- The modem type is USB, LTE.
- Dimensions: height - 91 mm, width - 29 mm, thickness - 11 mm.
- Mass - 31 g.
- The signal reception speed is up to 100 Mbit per second, transmission - up to 50 Mbit / s.
- External antenna connector: type - CRC9, quantity - 2.
- Network standard: 2G / 3G / LTE.
- Compatibility with OS: Linux, Windows (all versions), Mac, Win Blue.
The owners of this model during the operation did not find any flaws. The reviews say mainly about the advantages of the modem. They include: universality (work with any operators), the presence of microSD flash drives, small sizes, 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 she is called the best and fastest. You can purchase the device in MegaFon stores. The 4G-modem Huawei E392 in this case will be equipped with special firmware, which limits the work only with the SIM cards of this operator. The developers have provided a slot for installing an external microSD format 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.
Product Features:
- Type of placement - external.
- Dimensions: height - 100 mm, width - 35 mm, case thickness - 14 mm.
- Modem weight: 50 g.
- OS: Mac OS / Windows.
- Networking: 100 Mbit / s - receiving speed, 50 Mbit / s - transmission.
The main drawback according to users is the size of the modem. When installed in a laptop, it blocks access to neighboring connectors. Design is also hard to call a strong point. Black "brick", framed by a U-shaped plastic profile in gray. On this, all the disadvantages of this model end and the pros begin. Users attribute high connection speed, multi-band support, and versatility to their strengths. Pay for such a device will have an average of 3,750 rubles.
Huawei E8372
USB 3G / 4G modem Huawei E8372 can be used as a mobile device, and stationary. 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 the Internet with up to 10 gadgets via Wi-Fi simultaneously. Also has an external antenna connector (TS-9), features a high-speed connection. Switching between networks is done manually. The modem is designed to work with laptops and tablets that are based on Windows and Mac OS. There is no autonomous operation capability; power is supplied via 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 on a 3G network is 43.3 Mbit / s, in 4G - 100 Mbit / s.
Of the advantages, users highlight the ability to work as a router and the lack of firmware for a single mobile operator. You can buy a modem for 3540 rubles.
Huawei E8278
This device provides high download speed, which reaches 150 Mbps. It 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 antenna such as TS9. Weighing in at 50 grams, it has the following dimensions: 98.0 × 32.0 × 14.2 mm, so it’s quite dimensional, however, like other Huawei 4G modems. In “MTS” it is sold under a different name - 825FT, and in “MegaFon” stores - 4G + (LTE) / Wi-Fi modem “MegaFon” Turbo. It can be used as a Wi-Fi access point. The allowed number of connected devices is 10.
Huawei E3276
This model is not only impressive characteristics, but also easy to configure. In order to use a modem, you just need to connect it to computer technology. The system recognizes the device and automatically starts the update. The reception speed is quite large - up to 150 Mbit / s, and standard transmission - up to 50 Mbit / s. As for the dimensions, the modem is 14 mm thick, and the width and height are 34 and 92 mm, respectively. The mass of the module is only 35 g. To amplify the 4G signal, it is recommended to use an external antenna. For ease of use, the developers installed a swivel plug mechanism. The device is universal, as it supports SIM cards of any mobile operators. Of the shortcomings, users identified one feature - during operation, the modem is very hot. Its cost is about 2900 rubles.