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Mobile broadband

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Enter in a couple of details (takes less than a minute). We’ll get to work finding great deals, suited to you and your location.

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We’ll only show you rates from the top mobile broadband providers, such as O2 and EE.

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Once you’ve got your new mobile broadband, the hard work is done. Sit tight and wait for the cashback to roll in.

Why get mobile broadband through Compare?

Not only will we show you high-quality, cheap mobile broadband deals, but we’ll give you cashback, too. That’s how we’re different from all the other comparison sites.

Each time you purchase something through Compare, we get a small fee from the supplier you bought it from. We then give most of that fee to you, the customer. That’s where the cashback comes from.

What forms of mobile broadband are there?

Mobile broadband dongle illustration

Dongles

These are small gadgets that plug into the USB ports of your computer and connect it to Wifi.

Mobile broadband data-only SIM card illustration

Data-only SIM cards

Much like the SIM cards you use for your phone, these go in your mobile phone or tablet. Unlike your run-of-the-mill SIM cards, they don’t allow you to make calls or texts. They just connect you to broadband.

Personal Wi-Fi broadband illustration

Personal Wi-Fi (or Mi-Fi, portable hotspot, pocket Wi-Fi) devices

These are basically miniature routers that you can carry around with you. They connect to 3G or 4G and broadcast Wi-Fi. So you can connect your phone, tablet or laptop and use Wi-Fi on the go.

  • Mobile broadband dongle illustration

    Dongles

    These are small gadgets that plug into the USB ports of your computer and connect it to Wifi.

  • Mobile broadband data-only SIM card illustration

    Data-only SIM cards

    Much like the SIM cards you use for your phone, these go in your mobile phone or tablet. Unlike your run-of-the-mill SIM cards, they don’t allow you to make calls or texts. They just connect you to broadband.

  • Personal Wi-Fi broadband illustration

    Personal Wi-Fi (or Mi-Fi, portable hotspot, pocket Wi-Fi) devices

    These are basically miniature routers that you can carry around with you. They connect to 3G or 4G and broadcast Wi-Fi. So you can connect your phone, tablet or laptop and use Wi-Fi on the go.

    What is mobile broadband?

    The difference between mobile broadband normal fixed broadband is that mobile is portable — you can take it around with you. It works similarly to mobile data, through 3G and 4G services. Fixed broadband, on the other hand, works through cables.

    Should I get mobile broadband?

    Possibly. It really comes down to you, where you live and your lifestyle. Here are some of the advantages of mobile broadband.

    You can take it anywhere

    Unlike fixed broadband, which you can only use at home, mobile is just that: mobile. You can use it out and about: in a coffee shop, in a bar, in your car, at a theme park, in the library, in the hairdressers, in a park… loads of places, is what we’re trying to say.

    For short-term use

    Mobile broadband can be temporary if you want it to be. All you need to do is sign up and switch on and, just like that, you have portable Wi-Fi. You can get 30-day contracts so you don’t get locked into anything long term.

    This makes it great if you need broadband for a short period of time, such as if you haven’t yet got fixed broadband for your home or you’re not staying at home.

    It could be better than your fixed broadband

    Fixed broadband (home broadband or office broadband) is better in some locations than it is in others. It’s annoying but that’s the way it is. If you live in a particularly bad area for fixed broadband, then mobile broadband could provide faster internet speeds.

    FAQs

    How do I find my mobile broadband number?

    Your mobile broadband number will likely be displayed on the packaging that your dongle, Mi-Fi or Portable Hubspot came in. Not there or you’ve thrown it away? Get in touch with your mobile broadband provider. They’ll be able to tell you.

    What details do I need to get mobile broadband?

    The good news? You don’t need much at all to start comparing mobile broadband deals through Compare. All you need is your address. That’s it. Easy.