logo elektroda
logo elektroda
X
logo elektroda
Advanced Search
logo elektroda

LTE ORANGE Home Internet: Pros & Cons, Speeds, Reliability, and Comparison to Radio Internet

drakan2 8337 12
ADVERTISEMENT
Treść została przetłumaczona polish » english Zobacz oryginalną wersję tematu
Report a violation of the law
Reply | New topic
  • #1 16943950
    drakan2
    Level 9  
    Posts: 10
    Rate: 4
    Hello,
    At the beginning, I will present my problem
    I am moving to a new home, I wanted to install the Internet, unfortunately I do not have a pillar and there is not a telephone network being pulled up (I phoned I did not have a chance for a phone call) so there is no fixed Internet connection. I am left with the radio Internet option the manufacturer has waived that the download speed is 20 Mbit / s. High 3. He found measurements that he can see the transmitter and there will be no pick up problem

    Everything would be ok only next to me in a straight line about 1 km will conceive the Orange network bandwidth LTE 2600 antenna is already standing will be launched in March, I mix highly so the antenna I have in a very good location.

    Little is known so my question is that it pays to risk and go in Orange LTE? Is this radio, though? will any of you make such an Internet? How does it work? Is it worth it? Of course there is a data limit in Oragne, but I was asking if I could get 500 GB, I think that's enough.
  • ADVERTISEMENT
  • #2 16943973
    makosuu
    Network and Internet specialist  
    Posts: 2984
    Help: 369
    Rate: 369
    No radio. At 1km to the BTS, there should be no problem. Only of course not Orange only T-Mobile and no limit for 59 with the Huawei B525 router for 1 PLN. Enter locations because there will be something there besides LTE 2600. Orange and T-Mobile form a network together so the range will be the same but everything needs to be verified> location.
  • ADVERTISEMENT
  • #3 16944039
    drakan2
    Level 9  
    Posts: 10
    Rate: 4
    I just looked at the BTEsaarch website and there is no transmitter yet - Location - Rzyki is located on ul. Osiedle Szcześniaki. So you say that the radio definitely goes out. I wonder why Orange is so expensive, you said that 500 GB and 79 PLN, I wrote that in T-mobile there is no limit for 59 is a great offer!
  • #4 16944074
    makosuu
    Network and Internet specialist  
    Posts: 2984
    Help: 369
    Rate: 369
    There is a license for Orange with a set of bands but it still does not work yet, until March a little more. In the area, one more mast from UMTS2100 and away from UMTS900.
  • #5 16944160
    matek451
    Level 43  
    Posts: 31052
    Help: 4314
    Rate: 5708
    For the time being, only http://www.telepolis.pl/forum/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=58796&p=931732&hilit=praciaki#p931732 is poor on UMTS2100HSPA + DC T-Mobile and the same for Orange with him . I would not count on much, it is the only BTS NetWorks, without LTE and a portable station. Until then, it is not known when and what bands will be launched on your housing estate on the new BTS. This region is forgotten by operators. Orange and T-Mobile on their coverage maps boast of some residual LTE coverage. First you need to do outdoor tests on an LTE telephone with the Network Cell Info application, external tests, DATA tab will show CID BTS and signal parameters. for this speedtest. For testing, a T-Mobile card with an internet package and Orange Free for PLN 5, when registering, you provide address details in the Orange showroom for a 100GB / mb bonus. What is this radiowave, what price, opinions? You can take on tests.
    Helpful post? Buy me a coffee.
  • #6 16944261
    makosuu
    Network and Internet specialist  
    Posts: 2984
    Help: 369
    Rate: 369
    matek451 wrote:
    What is this radiowave, what price, opinions? You can take on tests.

    link
    Option 20/3 mentioned by @ drakan2 is PLN 55 for 3 years. Public IP for PLN 15. Quite expensive for such speeds.
    Unless it's some other radio.
  • ADVERTISEMENT
  • #7 16945383
    drakan2
    Level 9  
    Posts: 10
    Rate: 4
    There are two suppliers in the area, the difference is about 10, unfortunately, I asked and there is no chance for a trial period. There is not a contract for an indefinite period but it is the installation cost of PLN 400 plus PLN 100 for the link mierzeczenie, this is an abstraction. The gentleman who came to check what range I have stated that he does not have to measure anything, that he can see the transmitter that he is in the eye, so he will definitely walk and act stably. As for stability, I have mixed feelings from what I've read, the weather has a big impact.

    As for the Orange transmitter, I have a question, if there will be a lot of people using the Internet, will it automatically drop my speed?


    LTE ORANGE Home Internet: Pros & Cons, Speeds, Reliability, and Comparison to Radio Internet

    At such a distance I have a transmitter as pictured
  • #8 16945435
    makosuu
    Network and Internet specialist  
    Posts: 2984
    Help: 369
    Rate: 369
    drakan2 wrote:
    As for the Orange transmitter, I have a question, if there will be a lot of people using the Internet, will it automatically drop my speed?

    Yes. In LTE you have nothing permanent. But according to I'm not afraid.
    In the T-Mobile offer you have 2 weeks for tests, you can check how it looks today.
  • #9 16945493
    matek451
    Level 43  
    Posts: 31052
    Help: 4314
    Rate: 5708
    Nice view of the base station, for now only mast without antennas but there is hope that LTE will appear in this area.
    Helpful post? Buy me a coffee.
  • ADVERTISEMENT
  • #10 16947494
    drakan2
    Level 9  
    Posts: 10
    Rate: 4
    It would be nice to wait until March to start the transmitter and do the tests and choose an offer for LTE Internet, for me the problem is that I need Internet to work a month without access to the Internet is not possible in my case. It is true that for the moment outside the Internet is about 4 mbit / s always something. But inside it is practically not going (possibly by the window)

    What do you think about buying a repeating antenna so that at least this month you can amplify the signal of what is and use the phone (purchase a transfer for a month) and possibly a hotspot from your mobile to work (emial and loader) what do you think about this solution?

    Will this antenna later be useful to me?
  • #11 16947591
    matek451
    Level 43  
    Posts: 31052
    Help: 4314
    Rate: 5708
    You will not connect the external antenna to the phone. I asked for a test on the phone from Network cell info and screen from the DATA tab, I indicated which cards and operators, no response.
    Helpful post? Buy me a coffee.
  • #12 16950527
    drakan2
    Level 9  
    Posts: 10
    Rate: 4
    [quote = "mother451"] I asked for a test on the phone with Network cell info and screen from the DATA / quote tab]

    I will check it out on Friday, I already have a T-mobile card :) I use Organge, so as you wrote I will check on Friday and let you know
  • #13 17013370
    ozi1024
    Level 10  
    Posts: 9
    drakan2 wrote:
    Orange is so expensive, you said 500 GB and 79 PLN


    Is 500 GB a specific offer? On the Orange website I see only the option of 250 GB, I can buy more transfer in that case? :)
Reply | New topic
Report a violation of the law

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around the feasibility of using Orange LTE for home internet in an area lacking fixed-line infrastructure. The user is considering Orange LTE due to the proximity of a new LTE 2600 antenna, which is expected to be operational soon. Concerns include the reliability and speed of the service, especially compared to a radio internet option offering 20 Mbit/s. Participants suggest testing the signal strength with a T-Mobile card and using applications like Network Cell Info to assess coverage. They also discuss the potential impact of network congestion on speed and the costs associated with different internet plans, highlighting the differences in data limits and pricing between Orange and T-Mobile. The user contemplates temporary solutions, such as using a mobile hotspot and an external antenna to improve signal reception until the LTE service is available.
Generated by the language model.

FAQ

TL;DR: Expect variable LTE speeds; T‑Mobile offers a 2‑week test, and “In LTE you have nothing permanent.” Test before you sign. [Elektroda, makosuu, post #16945435]

Why it matters: This FAQ helps you choose between Orange/T‑Mobile LTE and local radio ISPs when fiber/copper isn’t available.

Quick Facts

Will LTE speeds drop if many neighbors use it at once?

Yes. LTE is a shared medium, so throughput falls as cell load rises. As one expert put it, “In LTE you have nothing permanent.” Consider providers that let you test first. T‑Mobile’s home offer included a 2‑week trial to gauge real performance at your address. [Elektroda, makosuu, post #16945435]

Is there an Orange LTE tower coming to this neighborhood, and when?

A new Orange site with a full band set was reported as licensed but not yet active, with launch suggested “until March.” That indicates imminent availability but not a guaranteed go‑live date. Plan for interim access until it lights up. [Elektroda, makosuu, post #16944074]

How far am I from the planned BTS, and does that help?

The user reported roughly 1 km line‑of‑sight to the Orange LTE2600 site. Short distance and clear sightlines usually help signal quality, but congestion still governs speed. Use this proximity to justify outdoor tests and later a fixed router placement. [Elektroda, drakan2, post #16943950]

What are the real costs of local radio Internet here?

One provider quoted PLN 400 installation plus PLN 100 for a link check, and refused a trial period. Even with line‑of‑sight, that upfront cost is significant if performance disappoints later. Get written service terms on speeds, uptime, and exit fees first. [Elektroda, drakan2, post #16945383]

What does the 20/3 Mb/s radio plan actually include?

A cited radio offer advertised 20 Mb/s down, 3 Mb/s up for PLN 55 on a 36‑month term, with an optional public IP for PLN 15. Compare that against LTE plans that allow testing and potential carrier aggregation when the new BTS activates. [Elektroda, makosuu, post #16944261]

Is there a truly unlimited LTE home plan mentioned?

Yes. A user pointed to T‑Mobile’s no‑limit plan at PLN 59, bundled with a Huawei B525 router for PLN 1. Always verify current terms, but this shows LTE can beat radio on flexibility and hardware value in this area. [Elektroda, makosuu, post #16943973]

How do I test coverage and speed before signing anything?

Use an LTE phone outdoors with the Network Cell Info app. 1) Insert a T‑Mobile SIM and an Orange SIM with data. 2) In the DATA tab, record CID and signal metrics. 3) Run speed tests at different times of day and compare. [Elektroda, matek451, post #16944160]

Can I connect an external antenna to my phone for better signal?

No. You cannot attach a standard external antenna directly to a phone. For fixed use, test with a dedicated LTE router that supports external antennas, after the BTS is live. Avoid buying phone “repeaters” without proper authorization. [Elektroda, matek451, post #16947591]

I need Internet right now—what short‑term workaround is viable?

One user measured about 4 Mb/s outdoors on mobile data, while indoor service was barely usable except near a window. As a stopgap, use a mobile hotspot where signal is best and keep workloads light (email, docs) until the tower launches. [Elektroda, drakan2, post #16947494]

Does weather affect radio Internet stability?

Yes. The prospective buyer reported concerns about weather impact on radio links after reading experiences. Ask the provider for SLA details and rain‑fade mitigation before committing to an installation. [Elektroda, drakan2, post #16945383]

Is there any trial period for local radio versus LTE offers?

A local radio provider refused a trial, despite clear line‑of‑sight. In contrast, the T‑Mobile LTE offer cited included a 2‑week test window, which reduces risk if performance varies by time of day. [Elektroda, makosuu, post #16945435]

What does “BTS” mean in this thread?

Here, BTS refers to the local base station serving Orange/T‑Mobile (NetWorks) coverage. A user noted only UMTS gear present, with no LTE yet, and called the station portable. The new mast should change LTE availability once live. [Elektroda, matek451, post #16944160]

Does Orange offer 500 GB or 250 GB on home LTE here?

A participant saw 250 GB on Orange’s website and asked whether 500 GB was available. Treat 500 GB as unconfirmed in this thread and verify current caps with Orange before ordering. [Elektroda, ozi1024, post #17013370]
Generated by the language model.
ADVERTISEMENT