Router or USB dongle?

[Laro696]

I'm planning on getting the 8ta 10gig promo.
My question is: router or dongle?
Which one is best, and why?
Thanks in advance

 

[Telkom]

Hi Laro696!

Let us try and help you out.

The router has wired and wireless networking capabilities. It usually costs a bit more than the USB modem.
The dongle on the other hand is a lot smaller and mobile. You will have to choose which one is best for you.

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[Bundu]

wifi router is better for most, as you stay connected and can connect with more than one device at the same time - disadvantage of most routers, is that you don't get sms to check balance - check balance online

 

[marco79]

I'm happy with my WiFi router. I have a R201. I usually just connect it with the USB cable to the pc and check the available balance using the software supplied with the router.

 

[OGroteKoning]

I'm planning on getting the 8ta 10gig promo.
My question is: router or dongle?
Which one is best, and why?
Thanks in advance

This depends on how you want to use your data.

I use 2 dongle's. One plugged into my 3G router at home and one for when I am travelling.

 

[Other Pineapple Smurf]

I use to use a dongle for 3G and then I got a router - best move ever. If you travel then consider getting a cheap Android phone with tethering or a WiFi enabled 3G dongle.

 

[Laro696]

Thanks for all the replies guys!
I will take the cheaper option for now and go with the dongle. Maybe get a router in 2 or 3 months time.
Thanks

EDIT:
One more question. How much faster is the router compared to a dongle? Noticeable?

 

[greg0205]

Thanks for all the replies guys!
I will take the cheaper option for now and go with the dongle. Maybe get a router in 2 or 3 months time.
Thanks

EDIT:
One more question. How much faster is the router compared to a dongle? Noticeable?

Depends on the network or dongle/router. I average around 3 mbps on a 7.2 mbps dongle... 8ta have a 21 mbps dongle but I'm not sure if their network supports those kinds of speeds yet. LTE trials start this week.
Seriously 'tho, TP-Link have a couple of small 3G travel routers that are dirt cheap... As long as you don't live on a giant estate their range is pretty good and the additional freedom of having your machine, tablet and phones on your WiFi is well worth the price.

 

[OGroteKoning]

One more question. How much faster is the router compared to a dongle? Noticeable?

If you use the same dongle in the router and the router is not limited to any speeds, then the difference in speed is negligable.