Mobile, fixed and industrial solutions for your IoT equipment
4G Connectivity: The Universal Solution
A 4G router provides internet connectivity for your LoRaWAN gateways and IoT devices in all situations: remote sites without ADSL, temporary installations, emergency backups, or mobile deployments. This proven technology offers near-universal coverage and performance suitable for the majority of IoT applications.
With 4G LTE, you benefit from stable and high-performance connectivity, ideal for IoT networks requiring a reliable connection to the cloud. Modern 4G routers include advanced features such as multi-SIM management, built-in VPN, and remote monitoring.
Universal coverage
More than 99% of French territory covered by 4G
Adapted performance
Up to 150 Mbps throughput, more than enough for IoT
Proven reliability
Mature technology with solid feedback
Optimized cost
Packages tailored to IoT needs at no extra cost
Types of 4G routers
4G Mobile Router
Portability and autonomy
- Built-in battery: 8-15 hours of battery life
- LCD screen: Connection information
- WiFi Hotspot: Up to 32 devices
- Weight: 150-300g ultra-compact
- Charging: USB-C or micro-USB
Applications: Temporary deployments, field tests, events
Price: 100-250€
Fixed 4G Router
Optimized permanent installation
- External antennas: Gain up to 12 dBi
- Ethernet ports: 4-8 Gigabit ports
- Advanced WiFi: 802.11ac/ax dual-band
- Power supply: 12V DC or PoE
- Ventilation: 24/7 Operation
Applications: Offices, shops, second homes
Price: 200-500€
Industrial 4G Router
Robustness and advanced features
- Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
- Protection: IP54 to IP67
- Dual SIM: Operator redundancy
- Built-in VPN: IPsec, OpenVPN
- Interfaces: RS232/485, GPIO
Applications: Industry, transport, smart cities
Price: €400-1200
4G Vehicle Router
Mobility and on-board connectivity
- Power supply: 12-24V vehicle
- Vibrations: Transport resistance
- Integrated GPS: Geolocation
- Fixing: Specialized brackets
- Antennas: Magnetic or screw-on
Applications: Fleets, public transport, logistics
Price: €300-800
Detailed technical specifications
| Characteristic | Mobile | Fixed | Industrial | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max 4G speed | 150 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
| LTE bands | B1/3/7/8/20 | B1/3/7/8/20/28 | All bands | B1/3/7/8/20 |
| Antennas | Interns | External 2x2 | 4x4 externals | Mobile externals |
| Ethernet ports | 0 | 4-8 | 2-4 | 1-2 |
| WiFi | 802.11n | 802.11ac | 802.11ac | 802.11n |
| Autonomy | 8-15h | Sector | Sector | 12-24V |
| Temperature | 0°C to +40°C | 0°C to +50°C | -40°C to +70°C | -20°C to +60°C |
| SIM management | Simple | Dual SIM | Dual SIM | Dual SIM |
| VPN | No | IPsec | IPsec, OpenVPN | IPsec |
| Indicative price | 100-250€ | 200-500€ | 400-1200€ | 300-800€ |
Operator compatibility
Supported French operators
Orange
Coverage: 99%
Flow: Excellent
IoT: Dedicated packages
SFR
Coverage: 98%
Flow rate: Very good
IoT: M2M Solutions
Bouygues Telecom
Coverage: 97%
Flow rate: Very good
IoT: Objenious LoRaWAN
Free Mobile
Coverage: 95%
Flow: Good
IoT: Data plans
Recommended IoT packages
- M2M package: 1-50 GB/month depending on needs
- Fixed IP: Remote access to equipment
- Private APN: Enhanced security
- Centralized management: Unified SIM park
- Group invoicing: Simplified management
Specific use cases
Isolated sites without ADSL
Ideal solution for white areas or temporary sites:
- Environmental monitoring stations
- Agricultural and livestock facilities
- Construction sites
- Weather stations
- Telecommunications relay
Backup and redundancy
Ensures continuity of service in the event of a main network failure:
- Automatic switchover on ADSL/fiber failure
- Critical infrastructure monitoring
- Security systems and alarms
- Data centers and server rooms
- Trade and points of sale
Temporary deployments
Immediate connectivity for events and tests:
- Trade fairs and professional events
- IoT pilot deployments
- Emergency interventions
- Temporary construction sites
- Scientific missions
Transport and logistics
On-board connectivity for fleets and vehicles:
- Real-time geolocation tracking
- Vehicle telematics
- Refrigerated transport (cold chain)
- Smart public transport
- Logistics and supply chain
Advanced Features
Multi-SIM management
Professional routers integrate intelligent SIM management:
- Automatic failover: Switchover on operator failure
- Load balancing: Traffic distribution across multiple SIMs
- Data thresholds: Switching according to consumption
- Planning: SIM usage according to schedule
Built-in VPN
Securing IoT communications:
- IPsec: Enterprise-grade encryption
- OpenVPN: Configuration flexibility
- Multiple tunnels: Multiple destinations
- Authentication: Certificates and keys
Monitoring and alerts
Proactive connectivity monitoring:
- Network monitoring: Signal quality, flow rate
- SMS/Email Alerts: Automatic notifications
- Detailed logs: Connection history
- REST API: Monitoring systems integration
Total Cost Analysis (TCO)
3-year comparison for remote site connectivity:
| Job | ADSL/Fiber | 4G Mobile | 4G Fixed | 4G Industrial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 50-150€ | 100-250€ | 200-500€ | 400-1200€ |
| Facility | 200-2000€ | 0€ | 100-300€ | 200-500€ |
| Subscription/month | 30-80€ | 20-60€ | 30-100€ | 50-150€ |
| Maintenance/year | 100-300€ | 50-150€ | 100-200€ | 200-500€ |
| TCO 3 years | 1380-5030€ | 970-2520€ | 1680-4500€ | 2700-7700€ |
4G Advantages:
- No installation fees: Immediate savings
- Rapid Deployment: Connectivity in minutes
- Flexibility: Move without constraints
- Backup included: Natural redundancy
Configuration and optimization
4G signal optimization
- Antenna location: Optimal height and orientation
- Antenna gain: 6-12 dBi depending on relay distance
- RF Cables: Low Loss for Performance
- Band selection: Force optimal band
Network configuration
- Custom APN: Depending on operator and package
- QoS: Prioritization of critical traffic
- Firewall: Access security
- Port forwarding: Remote access to equipment
Data consumption management
- Compression: Reduction of data volume
- Planning: Transmission according to schedules
- Alert thresholds: Fixed-rate control
- Filtering: Blocking non-essential traffic
DistrIoT Services 4G routers
Advice and sizing
- Audit needed: Free technical analysis
- Coverage tests: On-site signal validation
- Sizing: Choosing the optimal solution
- Package negotiation: Group rates
Installation and support
- Installation: Full commissioning
- Configuration: Custom settings
- Training: Users and maintainers
- Hotline: Responsive technical support