topic Re: Pocket hotspot- worth it? in Pay Monthly

Pocket hotspot- worth it?

Liezl — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 09:45:41 GMT

Hi folks
I’m going to need a reliable source of wifi for all day zoom calls once a week for 3 weeks soon.
Not sure a pocket hotspot is the most economical option. Are there other ways I can explore?

Re: Pocket hotspot- worth it?

MI5 — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 09:52:42 GMT

@Liezl

Zoom can use over 2gb per hour https://www.reviews.org/internet-service/how-much-data-does-zoom-use/#:~:text=2.4%20GB%2Fhr.,and%2040%20MB%20per%20minute. so you'll need to ensure you have enough data to last for all your calls each month.

You may be better off increasing your phones data allowance and using that as a hotspot, otherwise, get the 50gb mbb data plan.

https://www.o2.co.uk/shop/sim-cards/sim-only-deals#other

Re: Pocket hotspot- worth it?

O2Tracey — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:22:35 GMT

If you pop into store they can help you get what you need and if you get the hotspot on contract (refresh) you will definitely get more for your money and they can show you how easy it is to pay it off when it's no longer required 😉

Re: Pocket hotspot- worth it?

MI5 — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:26:05 GMT

@Liezl

As it's only required for 3 weeks I would strongly advise against a contract as it will cost you a fortune.

Much better with a 30 day sim which you can cancel after the forst month as I linked to above.