Portable internet device

[Broughton]

The twat in my Condo has let the WiFi contract expire. Any recommendations where and what I can buy a portable device that is reasonably priced and works of a SIM ?

[TheFiend]

When I'm in Thailand I use my mobile phone as a hotspot for WiFi..... Works good enough to watch streamed HD TV.... I have an AIS SIM and when we land I get a month unlimited data plan from the AIS booth at the airport..... Perhaps just buy a cheap 5G mobile and use it as a hotspot in your condo.

[Bruce Mangosteen]

What the OP is looking for is either called a "pocket wifi" device, or a "mobile hotspot".  "Pocket wifi" seems to be a Thai or Asian reference.

For example, here's Netgear's page on these gadgets:  https://www.netgear.com/home/mobile-wifi/hotspots/ ...or:  https://www.netgear.com/on-the-go/hotspots/

Look for a device that's either certified for the Thai network you want to use, or more generally an "international" unit, certainly one that's unlocked.  Some but not all support esim.

If buying in Thailand you should be able to find these either in Tuc Com or a phone shop.  I'd look in your preferred carrier's shop.

Prices range widely.

Edited December 27, 2025 by Bruce Mangosteen