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Cradlepoint R2100

4.6
Cradlepoint R2100
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The R2100 is a prosumer/SMB-grade fixed wireless router designed for business continuity and rugged environments. Dual SIM slots allow automatic failover between carriers — genuinely useful if you’re running a home office, small shop, or remote worksite where downtime is expensive.

Overkill for most home users, but a common pick for serious RV rigs, small businesses, and anyone using fixed wireless as primary WAN with SLA requirements.

Pros
  • Industrial-grade reliability with dual-SIM failover
  • Rugged fanless design, metal chassis
  • Enterprise NetCloud management
  • Multiple external antenna ports for MIMO setups
  • Extended temperature range (-30°C to 65°C)
Cons
  • Expensive — plus mandatory NetCloud subscription
  • Overkill for most residential uses
  • Setup complexity requires networking knowledge
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