I was Wrong! I Paused Starlink for a Better RV Internet Solution (Update)
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@ARoadLessTraveledBy Ай бұрын
Could you share what locations (I think you said there were only a couple last year) where you had to use starling cause even Insty wouldn't work?
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
@ARoadLessTraveledBy In 2023 we only needed it in Yosemite National park and then a campground in Cottonwood AZ that is in a Valley and has very spotty cell signal. It will work in one campsite, but not the other. I think the directional annteana might work there. But mostly in National Parks or sometimes areas that have very heavy cell tower congestion( like quartzite or Orlando) where it gets too slow to work. It’s pretty amazing how well cell works all around the country.
@ARoadLessTraveledBy Ай бұрын
Thank you. You guys are awesome.
@redvudu1013 Ай бұрын
I like your new system but here is something we discovered during our travels. We were in Canada and Alaska for four months last summer and we could go hundreds of miles with no cellular service other than a small town here and there. Starlink allows you a way to make emergency calls from the middle of nowhere. Most of the RV park internet connections had a per day or per stay limit that allowed for email but not high bandwidth use. We have T-Mobile cellular and had really good coverage but they were not happy with us roaming for 4 months straight. They have a partnership in Alaska to share network but it was still considered on network roaming. We got emails and texts each month reminding us about the terms of usage and the possibly of disconnection.
@coevers1962 Ай бұрын
I bought Insty after seeing your video. Got the 5G setup. It has been amazing. Working on the road, zoom calls, video, watching RV videos and KZfaq TV. We have not yet been anywhere it did not work well. I am on ATT because they had the best plan.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Nice, good to hear it’s working as well as ours is for us! It just works! 👍
@Rollout123 Ай бұрын
Have been using our Insty Connect with the x62 modem for a year and a half and love it, and concur with the results Aaron is seeing...works great, no issues.
@Step-n-Wolf 27 күн бұрын
Chester is offering his customers the X65 upgrade for X62 owners, will these guys do the same?
@gypsyminstrels8744 Ай бұрын
Social Security retiree here , and that $973.00 first month and $129.00 every month thereafter just doesn't go with my budget . I realize you younger people can't even fathom surviving on what my income is , but that monthly payment is a healthy chunk of it . Your system was provided to you and good for you , but that up front cost is a big stumbling block for us low income oldsters .
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
I hear ya. Everyone’s needs and budgets are different. 👍
@pnwrving9841 Ай бұрын
Amen to that!!!
@CraftyGrammy Ай бұрын
I’m with you. I’m on disability and that would take up a huge chunk of my income.
@gypsyminstrels8744 Ай бұрын
@@CraftyGrammy Same here , At a certain age , at least in Colorado , disability rolls over into SS but is capped at disability levels , so that 40 plus years I paid into it before becoming disabled magically dissapeared .
@Jurornumber5 Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels I would be interested to know more about the hotspot setup you survived on for 3 years. I have metro's(Tmobil) free hotspot with a 100GB monthly plan. I just don't understand the 2 x 2 Mimo antenna you described. I guess I need a special cellular router too? How much better does that make it than just the hotspot alone?
@carmancloud Ай бұрын
I really appreciate how well you break down information, Aaron! Your explanations are always logical, linear, and concise. For my needs cellular is fine, but I’ll definitely keep this in mind if that ever changes.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Thanks Carman! Yes, lots of different options out there for different uses. No need to spend extra money on something that wont benefit you! When I was researching in 2017 about Internet on the road, all of the videos were saying how good the WEboost was and that you had to have one! Well $500 later for us and we never really needed it or used it! 🤣
@jeffsteele1295 Ай бұрын
We purchased the Starlink Gen 3 a several months ago. My wife is a gamer so high speed is almost a must. We have been to so many location where our T-mobile got nothing at all. So this was a welcome to us in everyway. We have been at places where there were a lot of trees . We have always seemed to get a signal for tv and streaming with no problem. There has been a couple of times that she can game until I go to bed to play her online games. I've been told that he gen 3 seem to work faster than the older units but I can't say for sure because I did not use the older systems. I do like the system you have talked about and I have jobs coming up that I will be needing more faster and dependable internet so think this would be something I would like to try out . Thanks for sharing your information with me.
@kylengriffin5285 Ай бұрын
I'm on Gen2, and it's all good. I can't afford the cellular route since, between work, gaming, and my wife's streaming, we average 650-750 GB a month. I'm on about 4-5 hours of video calls a day and have been remote working since 2012, so this has allowed us to finally go full-time, and we are almost 2 years into that journey with Starlink. Sure, it requires a lot of planning on RV parks, but since we both grew up out East, we really like to spend more time West of the Mississippi.
@dondartt684 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the hard work you put into your videos.
@StuPedasso Ай бұрын
Everyones needs are different, nice to know what's available. As you clearly said in the video, you guys have 2 online businesses and reliable internet is critical - this fits your needs. Possibly an overkill for the guy that just wants to send a few e-mails, check bank balances and be a keyboard warrior. Like trying to sell a 1-ton dually to someone who tows a teardrop! Don't bash it (or Aaron) just because it's not right for you. Thank you for the info and review.
@_LikeATumbleweed Ай бұрын
I stay in areas where there is little to no cell service at all. I cannot live without my StarLink.
@EmergencyGetaway 23 күн бұрын
This right here
@techlabs721 9 күн бұрын
Exactly when I go camping, I’m nowhere near a cell tower so Starlink is essential. Nothing is going to replace Starlink and let another satellite based Internet service which currently there is none that I am aware of.
@airstreamer Ай бұрын
Looks like a greatly improved system! Thank you for sharing. - Michelle
@ChrisBairKeto Ай бұрын
I have an instyconnect setup, it works great and picks up cellular Internet where our phones get almost no signal.
@carlstrohmeyer Ай бұрын
Very informative! We are retired part timers that spend a cumulative 2 months on the road per year. We currently have the Inseego mobile hotspot which is far superior to our previos Jetpack. Our problem is Verizon's network quality has greatly degraded, as your speed test seemed to show. However, I looked at T-Mobile's coverage and they have a lot more "holes" than Verizon. As well, both still have some major holes where we often camp. So for us, I do not see a good solution, including Starlink due to tree issues. Bottom line is I am still waiting on a real solution (maybe T-Mobile will add more towers, but from inquiries I've made, I do not see this happening)
@davidmelendrez1308 Ай бұрын
Great info Aaron. I’m not a Starlink fan and we’re interested in cell network options. This InstyConnect is definitely something we’ll look into.
@rickphillips4966 Ай бұрын
Dedicated fan here, so”you’re welcome”. Great explanation Aaron. We still go with Starlink and our phone hotspots when traveling. I was surprised when we had very good reception in Sequoyah NP last fall with Starlink. Tough to find northern exposure there with 200Ft tall trees.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Dedicated fan!!! Thanks Rick 🤣 I think starlink is continuing to improve as it adds constellations for sure. Sounds like a good set up you have. 👍
@EmergencyGetaway 23 күн бұрын
Seems like a great option if you're around areas that have service. Most of the places we go there isn't service available and starlink is an absolute game changer for our type of traveling.
@billygrady6891 Ай бұрын
Thank you Aaron! This came in during our decision making time for a system. Leaning in the direction of StarLink at the moment. We will see.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
No problem! Starlink is a really good option for a lot of people out there! Just watch out for 🌲's 😊
@pattyk8594 Ай бұрын
Thank you for this review!
@robertsemp3086 Ай бұрын
Their pricing is insane! I use a Weboost antenna and a Travlfi router and get great coverage for 1/8 of the price
@grayfox9911 Ай бұрын
Ahhhh.... I saw "June-bug" sleeping behind you..❤ Very interesting technology! Thanks for covering that!!
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
😁 Yes, she was "supervising" 🤣
@keithgallagher9457 Ай бұрын
Looks like a good system for you. I’m keeping my star link system works pretty much everywhere and where there’s too many trees my Verizon hotspot on my phone works awesome.
@walterrafolski5662 Ай бұрын
Great video, I have Starlink and a Verizon pep wave. Like them both but Starlink seems to be faster and more stable especially on the east coast.
@pghynes7 Ай бұрын
Off subject but first time seeing one of your videos. I love your Basenji’s!
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Thanks, they're great! 🐾
@barbarapadgett5538 Ай бұрын
Love your channel!
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Thanks Barbara! 😊
@chadkoller7809 Ай бұрын
Very informative Thanks
@ShawnPatterson402 Ай бұрын
superbly interesting. For your trip to Atlantic Canada your system might be just fine if your internet provider connects with Bell. If not I would get a sim card for Bell and add to your antennae. Bell will have good cell coverage pretty much anywhere you will be in Atlantic Canada or Quebec. I suggest this only because even if you need the sym card ( assuming your provider does not have Bell as a partner...I am a Bell client and have a cell plan that covers Canada, US and Mexico) it would be a less expensive solution as opposed to the fee you pay to connect/reconnect starlink. Besides the best camping up here in our part of the world includes trees :) Great video and as always safe travels.
@lindasteller Ай бұрын
This is so timely. My build starts next month and I told them I want Insty Connect. I'll mostly hang out in the PNW, and will rarely have a clear view of the sky. Ive been emailing with Frank about my Insty order. Great video. BTW, does Insty not work in Canada?
@YtwYtwZhang Ай бұрын
There are lots of budget option available, key is to buy a peplink or husky 5g wireless atanna, 500 or less
@alvarogaitan2529 25 күн бұрын
great video thanks
@wininets Ай бұрын
Starlink Gen 3 panel works well. I use a pole 24’ mounted 5G cell repeater, works well during week but when density goes up speeds really crap out.
@okinawadonkichi Ай бұрын
Great review. I am not at the point that I need a total solution as we are not yet full time, but this definitely gives me additional gear to look at and watch as it continues to evolve. I have recently been looking at Peplink as I like the idea of bonding WAN ports, being able to add Starlink as just another WAN port, and their "multi-provider" SIM. All that being said, fun to geek out while I don't need it and am not paying the price for it. Love the idea of the Insty having the modem at the antenne so there is no db loss on the signal.... Maybe you can ask the owner to do a "multi-provider" sim like Peplink does so you don't have to be locked into any one carrier? Let us know how well the new system works, Aaron!
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Thanks Don! Yes, Im still a bit confused by the multi provider Sims as a bunch of small new companies are popping up with them. (Connecten, TravelFi, etc) Im assuming they must be on a lower priority or something, otherwise everyone would do it.... I just looked at the multi provider peplink m- plan and they even say it's ideal for someone who already has a single data plan but is looking for a backup that would cover all the major providers. Why would they say its ideal for a back up ?? I don't understand if the multi carrier and the single carrier plans are the same price and same speeds, why everyone wouldn't just do the multi carrier... Lots to learn still! I do like that Insty is always improving and striving for the best. So their module design should make for easy upgrades. 👍
@okinawadonkichi Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels So I looked at the multi provider SIM plans...and they are data capped. So that explains why they are recommended as a backup and not a primary. Elon is working on cellular to satellite (it is on their website), and as they get that fully deployed and implemented you can expect that will be a major option depending on it's pricing. Imagine being able to get cellular signal everywhere! I suspect that the pricing for data will be significant and will also only be good as a backup option. I tried to leave you a link, but YT deleted my comment because of it.🤷♂
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
@okinawadonkichi ahhh ok that makes sense! Interesting to hear about Elons plan, I’ll look into reading more on that. Yes, seems YT doesn’t like links and will delete comments with them! Thanks!
@CheeseLayong Ай бұрын
Cool product. Has many other applications
@thomdukesherer2744 Ай бұрын
Just ordered the newest version you were upgraded to. I have been trying to cobble together a working router/wifi system for a while now and have for sure spent at least the cost of the Insty Connect. Hoping this works for us. (t-mobile business unlimited 5G and hopefully going to take advantage of Insty Verizon coverage as back up that we can turn on and off for extra coverage if needed). Thanks for the video, 5% off is better than 0% off.
@AM50red 24 күн бұрын
Insty verizon as backup? I heard they use tmobil. Can you elaborate?
@thomdukesherer2744 24 күн бұрын
They have a Verizon sim now too.
@IreneIronTravels 24 күн бұрын
Awesome! Let me know how it’s working when you get it up and running.
@yooperdog Ай бұрын
We have Canadian service through our Verizon, it's an easy add. Wife has family in Canada.
@lindasteller Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing that. I'm planning some Canadian travel, and am installing Insty Connect in my van.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Do you know what towers it uses? Bell, etc
@yooperdog Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels in Ontario wife says it uses Rogers, but not sure across country. We went from Fort Frances to Revelstoke with no problems.
@hotdude655 Ай бұрын
Tmobile Home Internet all over the country works %99 of the time, I have seen over 600mbps Download speed. Also the 2 newer generations of the t mobile home internet won't even connect in certain areas. Plug in the older generation tmobile home internet boom over 100mbps in rural area. The tmobile home internet devices are not all equal i can confirm that, the older model is hands down the best. You must request the older generation, they default to the newest devices. 40-60 bucks a month no startup, don't have to get on the roof and wire anything, just simply plug it in and done.
@Outlaws28 Ай бұрын
T-Mobile Home Internet service is changing. The new plans started in early May and now cost $160/mth for unlimited RV internet service. There's a cheaper plan with a limited data plan. They check the GPS on the devices now.
@hotdude655 Ай бұрын
@@Outlaws28 That is a myth my price has not gone up, I called T-Mobile there is no such $160 dollar plan, plans start as low as 40 a month unlimited data. They also said if my price goes up they pay for the last month of service because it is price locked. I'm not great at math but they have 10s of millions of home internet devices out there, if they raised the price on everyone, and everyone cancels because of price lock they would lose 100s of millions of dollars.
@longgone2023 16 күн бұрын
We were just notified by T-Mobile that we can no longer use home internet on the road. Our SIM is locked to our home address rendering the gateway useless. It was an absolutely awesome service, only $40 with no purchase of the gateway, blazing fast and I’ll miss it. It seems T-Mobile saw a captive audience and decided to capitalize off it. The roaming prices are beyond my ability to comprehend. I was told by a T-Mobile person that they use different components on their towers for cell vs home 5G. Not sure how true that is.
@longgone2023 16 күн бұрын
Question for Aaron - we have a fifth wheel Brinkley with a solar setup about half the size of yours! We want to get Insty as a replacement for our T-Mobile home internet plan is to mount on ladder top run the POE cable to the basement thru the conduit - it will come out just about to light side the stairs in the tangled mess where the WFCO and the transfer switch live. It looks like it ships with a wall wart and runs on 12v, correct? How did you make the power connection? I have 12v in the basement so theoretically it would be inverted (there’s a tv power connection on the rear wall inside the pass through. I could mount it in the gorgon knot mess area and just pull the duplex outlet out of the wall and turn it around, and put a plate on the basement side, with the duplex outlet hidden. What’s your take on this idea?
@philip48230 24 күн бұрын
Interesting presentation. Q does getting the antenna 20 ft above the rv make a difference?
@ARoadLessTraveledBy Ай бұрын
Could you share what locations (I think you said there were only a couple last year) where you had to use starling cause even Insty wouldn't work?
@ThePNWRiderWA Ай бұрын
I go way back with satellite internet to the Hughes direcway in the 90s. Latency even now is not great just decent. Rain , clouds and even sunspots will cause issues. If your going across the plains of the less populated states or Alaska it maybe your best it only option. Otherwise cellular is the way to go.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
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@dannystewart3962 Ай бұрын
So the CAT5/6 that you are using can actually be run up to 100 meters or 300 ft.
@danrandall794 Ай бұрын
Very interesting and informative video. He seems like a great guy. How about a small hot air balloon connected to Star link to get above the trees? Or a small rocket that just hovers? In the marine application it is called dynamic positioning. C'mon Elon you are an out of the box thinker.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
I sense a new position for you at Starlink titled “ director of strategic imaginative thinking and implementation ” 😂
@batshtcrazy5293 Ай бұрын
😂😂😂 I love this idea!
@danrandall794 Ай бұрын
So funny!!
@danrandall794 Ай бұрын
I better call Elon tomorrow
@RoadieWingZZ Ай бұрын
Still very expensive for the average Joe who is a recreational RVer.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Yes, someone that doesn't need to stay connected 24/7, could be good with just their phones or a small less expensive hotspot. 👍
@kr639 Ай бұрын
I’m just too many places w zero cell do Starlink for the win
@One_Tin_Soldier Ай бұрын
I hate to disappoint, but after owning insty connect for over a year, I have learned that the flash module degradation has increased to significant loss at three months. Meaning. You should maintain your starlink in order to update insty ever 60 to 90 days. Else, it won't connect to update itself. Oh, and Nick already knows this issue.
@Outlaws28 Ай бұрын
Starlink doesn't work for me for a variety of reasons and this kind of system interests me. I like the antenna style and the fact that modem is in the antenna. However, i am a little disappointed that the Insty Connect you discussed doesn't have virtual SIM technology.
@mschmeets Ай бұрын
The hardware is pricey. I started out with Verizon phone hotspot ( crazy fast in some areas), and TravlFi. TravlFi will connect pretty much everywhere, but not always fast. Hardware is $280, and $129 a month “unlimited”. Added Starlink, really fast, works almost everywhere we’ve been. $500 hardware. So, I guess I don’t see it, yes I can pay $279 a month for both, but the hardware is cheaper and I can pause both services. Starlink is still the best value.
@bruceforsman4812 Ай бұрын
just so I understand the verizon sim card you had you are taking out of your "hotspot" device and putting the sim into the insta antenna on top of rig? does it not matter what device the sim is in ?
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Yes. The SIM is a "data" only sim and can go into any device that will except it. Mainly routers/modems, hotspots, I pads, as well as some phones except them. Some people in the comments have mentioned they use a phone sim in the Insty and it works, but I can't confirm that.
@Subpilot1 14 күн бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels Depends on the plan. Not all plans will let you use a cellular router like that. Often times they want you to buy their router.
@phred.phlintstone Ай бұрын
What weatherproof beige box is on the roof to route the cables from outside to inside?
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
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@leestadtman6511 Ай бұрын
Did you get good service with Insty Connect when you were in Tahoe, CA? We camp at the Thousand Trails in Tahoe every year and can’t get service when in the campground.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Yes we did! I should have brought that up in the video, because we had our neighbors say their Verizon phones don’t work in the campground and they were amazed ours did. We worked and streamed fine with the Insty and our Verizon.
@AM50red 24 күн бұрын
I'm under the impression using a SIM other than the tmobil Sim provided is not advised cuz they monitor usage and font like it. Did you get Verizon through insty or what plan are you getting with verizon? Are you still paying a monthly to insty then?
@IreneIronTravels 24 күн бұрын
We have a Verizon data plan that we bought back in 2019 with a Verizon Jetpack hotspot. You can use any data plan from the big US network plans. You don’t need to pay Insty a monthly unless you are using one of their plans.
@scanadaze Ай бұрын
If he stays at $129 an month. That will work. Even at home. I have land that it has no to poor signals. I am very curious it will work. Here. I have only cable internet. It went from $128 a month. To this month of $158. Keeps climbing. Keeps getting shut off. Sadly the businesses uses it for payment with a debit card. No matter what. The cellphone towers never go off. Therefore. Price is as such. Perfect. I want both antennas. Thanks for sharing.
@mikenessler5951 28 күн бұрын
What about Brinkley RVs. They don't have mounted ladders.
@IreneIronTravels 28 күн бұрын
If the ladder mount doesn't work for your RV there is the standard roof mount shown at 6:06 in the video.
@akLeanne Ай бұрын
Team mobile doent work in alaska. When I first moved up here, I had a T mobile. I couldn't get internet anywhere. It might have gotten better by now, but back 12 years ago, it wasn't good
@brittinghamtribe 26 күн бұрын
Ok, absolutely not related but at time marker 20:07 there is a base with a keyboard for the ipad... what is that?!
@cphorn15 Ай бұрын
Wouldn't there be an issue with interference by running the ethernet under the solar panels and in the same conduit that runs to the batteries? I know that if you have to cross a power line in a home you should do it 90° to the other line, but that's AC instead of DC, so maybe that's different. Or did they say they were using a shielded cable (and would that help in this case)?
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Hmmm, I'm not sure on that, but I can report we see no known interference. 👍
@Ed_D12 Ай бұрын
Haven't done it in several months but any time we have unpaused Starlink it's prorated based on billing date.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Hmm that’s interesting. What plan do you have? This is from their website: PAY AS YOU GO Pause and un-pause service at any time. Billing is in one-month increments, allowing you to customize your service to your individual travel needs.
@Ed_D12 Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels Was the RV plan but I think it’s the Mobile Roam now. Look under how does pause service work: “If you pause your service before the end of your current billing period, you will still receive service for the remainder of your billing period. When you un-pause your service, the monthly subscription fee will be charged immediately, on a pro-rated basis dependent on the plan monthly cost and time remaining on your pre-determined account billing cycle.”
@gerryrozema8338 Ай бұрын
@@Ed_D12 As a matter of course, when I unpause the starlink, as soon as it's connected again, I hit the pause button. We will have service for the upcoming trip, and it continues to the end of the billing cycle. The next time we are preparing to leave, unpause again the day before we leave. Just one example, our billing cycle month begins today, but we will not be leaving on the next trip for 2 weeks. Starlink is paused, and I'll re-activate the day before we leave, saving roughly half a month of fees. Ours is permanently mounted to the roof of the motorhome on the mobile regional plan. And fyi, one thing I have tested. With starlink paused, and no other internet available, we can turn on the starlink, then use it's connection to reach the starlink site and unpause the service. When I tested that, it took about 10 minutes till the connection went live again. Good to know, we can re-activate it even if there is no other access, ie, in case of a major outage that kills our other links here.
@majamoore6209 Ай бұрын
Is there an IMEI number for the device so we can confirm compatibility with different cellular carriers?
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Yes each device has one my.insty.hosting/client/knowledgebase/359/How-to-find-your-IMEI-number---and-what-providers-MAY-tell-you.html?language=dutch
@MrGottaGo 23 күн бұрын
How many WATTS is it using when hooked up to your 12v battery sys?
@IreneIronTravels 22 күн бұрын
It’s pretty low… 1-2 amps at 12v. So what is that… 12-24 watts.
@rubenalsina Ай бұрын
Doesn’t work on the Everglades, no cell signals. And Starlink new flat dish works flawless all over. And yes, Starlink is not cheap.
@patrickfreeman205 Ай бұрын
Our trailer has the Winegard 360 antenna on the roof but not the router inside. I have been debating buying it or doing something else. So confused.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
When we bought our last RV (the 26ft TT) it came with the Winegard on the roof as well. I first tried to hook our Verizon hot spot into the antenna ports and I actually got the right adapters to do it.....but it didn't perform any better. I then bought the inside ceiling router you're talking about and tested it against our Verizon hotspot with the window antenna. It didn't perform any better so I returned it!
@patrickfreeman205 Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels Thank you for the reply. I will skip the Winegard.
@redforeman-404 Ай бұрын
The Winegard GW-1000 router that works with the Air 360+ roof antenna is outdated tech that will disappoint you, if you can even manage to get it to work. I bought a used one off eBay and was about to take a hammer to it after returning from my last trip. Long story short, a simple configuration change was fast as watching paint dry, and for some unknown reason it would not restore the wifi uplink to my storage facility. I gave up and am working on a plan B. They do have a 5G device out, only $1000 plus it only works with the 5G antenna so another $200 + install and upgrade that too. Nope. The "killer app" with the Winegard is being able to use campground wifi for a wan uplink where available and working, to reduce cellular data consumption. If only the device weren't crap. I got a new 4G new/old stock Peplink router off eBay I'm about to try out. I may buy the advance feature license (extra $100) to enable wifi as wan, which ought to be functionally equivalent to the Winegard setup. rvmobileinternet dot com has an adapter box ($150) to use various Peplink routers with the pre-installed Air 360+ roof antenna. After seeing @IreneIronTravels mention of no difference using the adapters on a hotspot, I will do the same with mine before going to the effort of a ceiling mount. I'm considering gutting my GW-1000 and using it for a Peplink enclosure on the ceiling LOL. If the rooftop antenna makes no difference, I'll use the screw on antennas and hide it up high on top of a cabinet.
@ThomasAlanRoss Ай бұрын
@@patrickfreeman205I had the same experience with the rooftop Winegard 360 antenna. I doesn’t seem to do anything to increase the range or signal strength of my LTE router.
@betterwithrum Ай бұрын
Aaron, are you using Insty's plan or are you using your own provider plan? We're on the T-Mobile Home 5G plan but T-Mobile is threatening to end this for traveling with your modem. I'm considering other options.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
We’ve been using our own Verizon plan we got back in 2019 when we bought that jet pack. They don’t sell it anymore but it’s 65 a month for unlimited. It’s kinda a mid tier priority plan so sometimes we get a little throttle but it’s been a great plan for 5 years now! It seems like the current going rate for unlimited is around that 120-150 range.
@betterwithrum Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels nice hang on to it! Thanks for replying! :)
@Mattdavid-swfl Ай бұрын
Got any Verizon Jetpack side by side speed test comparison to the Insty in a Jetpack challenged location? We've looped the lower 48 twice with our Jetpack and I'd like to move on...
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a7l5p9uivNHXl30.html
@Mattdavid-swfl Ай бұрын
Thanks for the reply video!
@EBKRV412 Ай бұрын
So the Insty for 129 a month comes with one T Mobile sim that is unlimited un-throttled data? And you can add another Verizon or ATT data only sim of your own as well to the unit? Do I have that right? And the service can be turned on and off at any time? When service is shut off would or does the other SIM you placed in there still work? I would assume so then.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
So think of the Insty Connect as the hardware and software. ( antenna, modem, router and the program) You can use your own data plan ( like we do with our unlimited Verizon plan) or Insty Connect offers their own service plans like the ones I mentioned. I believe Nick said you can pause and unpause those. And yes, you can switch between the 2 sims at any time the software with a push of the button. They can be 2 sims from Insty or 2 sims from att, Verizon, t mobile….. or a combination of. If you want you can watch my first video which explains more.
@EBKRV412 Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels awesome. Thanks. I thought I was understanding it correctly just wanted to make sure. We have an Att unlim data plan now that we use in a netgear nighthawk and it works pretty well but just like a cell phone the range is pretty limited even with adding the mimo antenna. Sometimes the mimo makes the signal worse. I've seen and follow Nicks channel as well and always wanted to look into this more and your video reminded me to do so. We travel 1/3 of the year so we do need very good service just not all year round either. This new equip with the ability to run off 12V as well 24/7 would be awesome as well, we currently have 600ah lifepo4 and I might just up that to 800 here soon. I know you guys are traveling in the northeast now. Have you been in the Va, WV, NC mountains with it at all? I'm wondering how it performs there. We frequent the east coast mainly NY to FL being from Western Pa.
@WillK-ts5so Ай бұрын
What is the 3D printed material used for the antenna? I worry about the deterioration and longevity of the unit.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
I’m not sure the material, but the first antenna was on our roof for 20 months, roughly 600 days of full weather. Including 25,000 miles of travels. Held up great. I almost put this in the video, but left it out. I have a roof vent cover from a big corporation, that has become brittle and broken in a few places from the sun in about 1 year . So whatever he’s using is holding up better than the what the big companies are using. 😂
@brittinghamtribe 26 күн бұрын
was wondering the same as I 3d print and would like to do stuff for the outdoors but have also hesitated because of the durability in Florida weather
@Subpilot1 14 күн бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels Looks like ABS to me just going by the shine on it so will work pretty well in the sun. Not going to be as good as a fiber filled injection molded housing. Don't like that the antenna was mounted along the side of the ladder rail as seems like it will block the signal somewhat. It is also making the ladder harder to use and possibly get whacked when going up and down ladder.
@alvarogaitan2529 25 күн бұрын
question this fantastic system work only USA ?
@IreneIronTravels 25 күн бұрын
Yes, I do believe it only works in the US unfortunately do to regulations.
@amccauley5033 Ай бұрын
Is the Insty guy a Star Wars fan? His antennas look like Tie fighters. Lol
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
He might be! 😂
@eoneill3343 Ай бұрын
So, can I add another phone line from Verizon and put the SIM card up in the insty connect? I think adding a line is $10 a month and includes 30-50gb of data.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
No, you can't really do that with any of these type systems. They are designed for a data only SIM and the cellular providers don't allow phone SIMs in them.
@eoneill3343 Ай бұрын
Thank you for the extra info!
@JayCarroll Ай бұрын
@IreneIronTravels I've used mynATT sim my Intsy Connect. Be sure to have one of the high end phone plans and log on to your account and enable high definition video.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Interesting! Thanks for sharing that.
@redforeman-404 Ай бұрын
@@JayCarroll you bring up an important point that's never mentioned. Phone plans offer "unlimited video" because they throttle streaming video quality. I have a 50gb hotspot plan on Verizon and burned through that in a weekend with a router. We're once a month weekenders, so no big deal the limit will be reset with a new billing cycle before the next trip. For a full timer or people that take longer trips, the use gets a lot more expensive no matter what provider you're using. The point being, you need to manage your consumption to get value out of a cheaper plan. Which I obviously didn't do on that last trip LOL. I usually turn off wifi on phones so their use stays with their plans, versus everything connecting to the router. Smart phones chew through a lot of data just sitting there. Email apps, constant notifications, weather apps, you name it. Phones do a lot of internet without being touched by the user. If your router will use campground wifi (if it exists, and actually works) as a wan link, that can save a huge amount of data use.
@melvinchamberlin823 Ай бұрын
I got a question, sir. I'll live like he's saying way back in the woods. With that 1 work, please send me a link if you would please. I'd like a check it out. Because I need one because my phone just has 1 bar. I'm lucky if I make a phone call. I have good down the roll battle. Uh, about a mile down out in the open area to use my phone like I'm doing right now. Please show me because I want someone from my house. But it should be able to use it for anything. In my opinion, please let me know and send me a link. Thank you. Cause I might buy it.I have to check it out.Thank you
@everythingpony 2 күн бұрын
Ok the website was down yesterday and they announced its fixed? Why not update people.inatead of deleteing their was an issu
@Kromulok 24 күн бұрын
you used your own sim so what plan and provider do you have on it?
@IreneIronTravels 24 күн бұрын
We have a Verizon unlimited hot spot plan from 2019. Unfortunately they don’t offer that anymore for new customers.
@Kromulok 23 күн бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels ok so what would you recommend for a new user today? We need to be able to work so don't want throttled
@IreneIronTravels 23 күн бұрын
@Kromulok you’ll just have to compare the unlimited data plans from Verizon, T-Mobile, and ATT. Personally I think Verizon has the best coverage across the US, but they are all pretty good and all have their weak coverage areas too. Insty connect has unlimited plans that use either Verizon or T Mobile so you can compare that as well. We are he happy with Verizon’s coverage for the past 5 years.
@donnerparty1815 Ай бұрын
Starlink just dropped dishes 50% in 26 states...$299
@bertkelly7650 Ай бұрын
I got my new permanent uppers last month. My teeth look as good as Chris's.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Congrats on the new chompers Bert! 😬
@barbarapadgett5538 Ай бұрын
Love to know where you got your great new permanents! I’m scared because my friends that have dentures have all had ill fitting permanents. They all end up wearing their original set.
@bertkelly7650 Ай бұрын
@@barbarapadgett5538 I got mine from Aspen dental. They are dentures not permanent. They can do implants.
@Subpilot1 14 күн бұрын
I have a Peplink Router. Your system looks a bit home brew in comparison and I suspect is nowhere near as feature rich as Peplink. Looks like you 3d print the housings. I'm all for competition and maybe a simplified setup would appeal to the average joe.
@johnb7576 Ай бұрын
I have been using InstyConnect for going on two years now (full timer). Love it. That said, I wonder why when I had to replace my Ant and modem In April, I was not offered this new modem :(
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Oh that is weird! I’m not sure when they officially launched the new system….
@johnb7576 Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels Me either. Not sure it makes a difference. I would rather use Ethernet over USB as the cable is easier to replace as a needed. USB cables are not as durable. Other than that, I am glad to see that Insty is getting more exposure. Nick should use my toyhauler door as a billboard.... LOL
@donnerparty1815 Ай бұрын
$129 a month 😂........and connected 24/7 in Canada and Alaska in your trip last year ?
@AM50red 24 күн бұрын
Tmobil??? Online reviews comparing T mobile vs verizon vs at&t say Tmobile does not even compare, please elaborate so I can understand. I want to purchase so bad.
@LucasBassFishing 4 күн бұрын
system is way to complicated, starlink is where its at. its hard to push products when at the end you share a discount code... bought and paid by insty lol.
@georgephilips3528 11 күн бұрын
Seems to be an extremely expensive solution
@richardweller5545 28 күн бұрын
The Tesla Internet is way better now.
@jamestreanor182 Ай бұрын
These kind of paid product placements are pretty tacky. My starlink high performance flat on the roof of my sprinter has worked great for me all through the US and Baja, but I dont park too often under trees. Great thing about starlink is we can start and stop it when we want. For us mobile data is a sufficient backup...
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Can you elaborate on tacky?
@chrisdowns8859 26 күн бұрын
Close to a grand start up costs. I'll pass.
@cindygallowayartist 23 күн бұрын
Nope, no way. We need Starlink, no matter where we are and a lot of this country especially in the West there isn't any sort of cell service - zero. With Starlink we always have access to wifi calling, and internet - it's a serious issue for emergencies. I wouldn't full time RV without it if you frequent the Western half of the country. Especially if you have vehicle trouble on highway 50 in Nevada - just whip out the small dish, set on the ground or back of truck, plug it in & you are good to go using your cell phone or internet needs.
@user-kb5ue4xm7x Ай бұрын
we are not full timers but most timers and would like to visit more remote locations. The equipment cost is a bit steep for now. For those with health concerns being remote and isolated is a difficult decision.
@kaleo1100 Ай бұрын
Way to expensive
@southshore8911 Ай бұрын
all do respect but aren't you guys homesick . and want to sleep at home and spend time at home after a while to much stress with RVing and a lot of weird people on the road
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Going on year 6 we're still loving the RV life....but who knows what will come in the next couple years... 😊
@appa561 14 күн бұрын
Around the 5 minute mark talking about what it means and why it’s important for carrier aggregation because of building out towers x62 because we had it first it’s the best…. Holy crap that’s a lot of mindless double speak of miscellaneous nonsense
@luvRVing 29 күн бұрын
There is NOTHING I like about Starlink, especially lining Elon's pocket!!!
@terryhaynes1596 Ай бұрын
a very interesting video. I am trying to contact Insty using their Contact Us page. But it doesn't work. When I make a comment and submit, I receive a message that I must answer the captcha. But there isn't a captcha so I can never submit a questions. Can you contact your buddy and see what is wrong? THanks. I have questions regarding which T-Mobile bands their system receives.
@IreneIronTravels Ай бұрын
Hey there! Yes, I just sent him a message to let him know. In the meantime did you try another web browser? Also you could try clearing your web browser's "cache" and that might help. (Chrome,Safari,Firefox,etc) Also he does have a FAQ on the bottom of his website that shows the bands the Insty works with if this helps. If you're still having issues feel free to reach back out here. Sometimes Nick is doing RV shows and they can be hectic for the week. Insty Connect 5g: 5G 5G NR 3GPP Release 15 NSA/SA operation, Sub-6 GHz 5G NR NSA n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n28/n38/n40/n41/n48*/n66/n71/n77/n78/n79 5G NR SA n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n28/n38/n40/n41/n48*/n66/n71/n77/n78/n79 MIMO DL: 4 × 4 MIMO on n1/n2/n3/n7/n25/n38/n40/n41/n48*/n66/n77/n78/n79 UL: 2 × 2 MIMO on n41 LTE LTE Category DL Cat 20/ UL Cat 18 LTE-FDD B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12(B17)/B13/B14/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28/B29/B30/B32/B66/B71 LTE-TDD B34/B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43/B48 LAA B46 (only support 2 × 2 MIMO) MIMO DL: 4 × 4 MIMO on B1/B2/B3/B4/B7/B25/B30/B32/B34/B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43/B48/B66 UMTS WCDMA B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B6/B8/B19
@terryhaynes1596 Ай бұрын
@@IreneIronTravels I cleared the cache, using Chrome. Still no captcha option. THanks
@terryhaynes1596 Ай бұрын
I read the FAQ on antenna mounting, but it doesn't answer my questions. Also items like DB gain values, etc. I am considering the Parsec Husky antenna, and it has to be 18" away from all electrical, including solar panels and antenna, his FAQ doesn't address these items.
@IreneIronTravels 29 күн бұрын
Try reaching out to him here sales@instyconnect.com
@drewskatmyselfdotcom Ай бұрын
Nice system and all but too expensive. He is charging $644 JUST for the 3d printed box to put the $200 modem inside. T-Mobile home internet is $50 a month for UNLIMITED and he is charging $129. WTF?
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