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Griz14
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Jul 29, 2020

Wi-Fi Booster and Range Extender??

What makes a good Wi-Fi Booster and Range Extender that doesn't require mounting it on the roof?

Thanks,

Griz14
  • If you are talking WiFi rather than a cell booster, you can't beat a Ubiquiti Nanostation combined with their Air Cube Router. Not automatic, but I've used the combination to provide a solid connection to a Loves truck stop 1 mile away. The Nanostation was mounted on a 6' painter's pole...

    Here is a You Tube video showing how to set it up: Nanostation Set Up
  • I can’t make any recommendations on type or brand but when I installed our
    WeBoost I mounted the antenna to the post that has the tv antenna. I haven’t been able to try it in the wild but it works good in the driveway. It’s a little heavy but doesn’t seem to strain it too much.
  • Griz14 wrote:
    What makes a good Wi-Fi Booster and Range Extender that doesn't require mounting it on the roof?

    Thanks,

    Griz14


    I'll be interested to hear everyone's answers as I'm starting to search for a solution, too. Campground wi-fi is rarely useful, even in really nice campgrounds. I'll likely test out a jetpack or something similar to get cellular internet access.

    Not sure if you have found them yet, but one good source of information is Mobile Internet Resource Center. Cherie and Chris from Technomadia have guides to help people with their mobile internet. No affiliation, just find their information useful.
  • In RV parks the issue is usually bandwidth not signal strength. I use a booster to connect in my garage.