Hey everyone... long time lurker finally created an account! I was curious what you guys think is the best wifi extender for RV's? I've been doing some research and I'm torn between a few of them. I think I've narrowed it down to these two:rv must haves best wifi extenderand this one:WiFi Ranger on Amazon**edit** This one on Amazon has one great review and one lousy review, but a lot of people said it was good on another forum. So who knows??? Hopefully you guys!There's a good discussion on Facebook about it, but figured there would be more people here who would have a good answer. So what are you guys using successfully?

I bought a simple little USB antenna gadget that seemed to work quite well. It was purchased for our trip to Tennessee a couple years ago.I don't remember what it is, nor do I remember WHERE it is, haven't used it for a long time.

mowermech wrote:I bought a simple little USB antenna gadget that seemed to work quite well. It was purchased for our trip to Tennessee a couple years ago.I don't remember what it is, nor do I remember WHERE it is, haven't used it for a long time.If you can find out what it's called I'd appreciate it. I like to do a lot of research before I make a purchase.

Mandalay Parr wrote:Check out Hawking Technology.At my old work, Hawking had the cheapest POS hardware I'd ever seen. I don't know if they've improved, or if we just bought their low end product, but it was really bad. Their switches used to literally melt themselves overheating.However, I'll do a quick google search and see what I can find.

I just received my wifi booster from Wilson Amplifiers cost was 179. and it increased out wifi from almost nothing to a signal that I can Skype our grandkids from inside of our MH. We are currently at Eglin AFB Famcamp and if anyone has been here sprint is weak. I would consider looking into one of these. www.wilsonamplifiers.com so far I am very happy and they give a 30 day return no questions asked policy.

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trailertraveler
Explorer
Dec 26, 2014
MichaelK wrote:
Nolan wrote:
We have used this for almost two years. Clicky.

But instead of the suction cup it has a clip. Been very happy with it.

Cool, and affordable! Looks like this product goes with it to make it even better. Have you tried it?
If you want a unit with a router, wireless and cellular connection capabilities, take a look at the Pepwave Surf OTG or one of the many other Wifi as WAN routers on the market.
calewjohnson
Explorer
Dec 26, 2014
MichaelK wrote:
Nolan wrote:
We have used this for almost two years. Clicky.

But instead of the suction cup it has a clip. Been very happy with it.

Cool, and affordable! Looks like this product goes with it to make it even better. Have you tried it?

I have used both of these with a yagi antenna in my Outback. Mounted the yagi onto the TV antenna and used it to raise above other trailers and aim. We used the Red Roof Inn Internet (about a mile away) and the County Fairgrounds (1/2 mile away) with great success. I kept the wireless portion turned off and ran through an Apple Airport Express...seamless integration with all our devices since everything was already paired to it....

The Voltage has a Wifi Ranger in it. It does OK, but I have used the Alfa hardware and yagi to bring in signals that the Ranger could not see....then I would share and broadcast through the ranger.

On a side note, the Alfa products will help with cell phone signals also, great when in a pinch with weak cell reception.

Cale
samuraiowner
Explorer
Dec 27, 2014
jefatech.com rv long range wifi extender(repeater) with the optional 5 foot antenna i have a range of about 5000 feet plus I have taken the laptop about 1500 feet away from the camper and had good enough signal to watch you tube.
samandtheduck
Explorer
Dec 28, 2014
I have used the Jefatech with the regular antenna for years and it has worked great. I put the antenna on an extendable pole and strap it to the fifth wheel hitch then run the cable inside the front closet of the fifth wheel with the hitch wires. I leave the router in the closet and get a great signal throughout the trailer. I agree with other posters who said these tend to bring in a good connection to the campgrounds WiFi which usually has no bandwidth to be of any value.
Brian

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