O2 5G mobile broadband deals

What is 5G mobile broadband?

With a 5G mobile broadband router, you can beam out a 5G-powered Wi-Fi network that all your Wi-Fi-enabled gadgets can connect to.

So think of it a bit like a home broadband router, but connecting to 5G signals. And because mobile broadband devices typically have batteries in them, they don’t need plugging in – meaning if you take one of these out with you, then you can get your laptop, tablet, and other devices online, wherever you go, just as long as there’s a mobile signal.

And while a 5G mobile broadband device will be at its best when hooked onto a 5G signal, they also work on 4G, so you can still use them when there’s no 5G available.

Why choose an O2 mobile broadband contract?

O2 has 5G coverage in thousands of locations, with more being added all the time, so wherever your travels take you, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to get 5G mobile broadband on O2.

O2 also allows you to customise your mobile broadband plan, with a wide range of data allowances – right up to unlimited – along with the ability to tweak the upfront cost and contract duration, so you’re sure to find a combination you’re happy with.

Plus, there are multiple mobile broadband devices available on O2, so you have some options to choose from.

What 5G mobile broadband devices does O2 offer?

O2 sells two different 5G mobile broadband devices at the time of writing – though check the deals above to see what’s available when you’re reading this.

In any case, at the time of writing you can get the top of the range Netgear Nighthawk M6 on O2.

This is an incredibly fast device, with top download speeds of 3.6Gbps, and the ability to connect up to 32 devices to it.

The Netgear Nighthawk M6 also has an Ethernet port for wired connections, a 2.4-inch colour touchscreen to make it easy to monitor and manage, and up to 13 hours of battery life on a single charge.

The network also stocks the Netgear Nighthawk M3, which is a very similar device, complete with a 2.4-inch colour screen, up to 13 hours of life, and support for 32 connections. But its screen isn’t a touchscreen, and it lacks an Ethernet port. As a result though, it’s cheaper, making it a bit of a bargain if you don’t need cutting-edge tech.

Should I get mobile broadband or home broadband?

Whether you should get 5G mobile broadband or 5G home broadband depends on your use case.

If you want to be able to bring internet to your devices when away from home then you should look to 5G mobile broadband, while if you want a permanent home internet solution then 5G home broadband would be a better choice.

Note that at the time of writing there aren’t any 5G home broadband routers available on O2, but such things are available from the likes of Three, Vodafone, EE, and National Broadband.

Can I get unlimited data with O2 5G mobile broadband?

Yes, O2 offers customisable plans with up to unlimited data with all of its 5G mobile broadband devices.

An unlimited data plan is ideal for heavy users, but if you don’t expect to use mobile broadband much then you can also get plans with lower data allowances, for a correspondingly lower monthly price.

How fast is O2’s 5G mobile broadband?

With O2’s fastest 5G mobile broadband devices you can theoretically achieve download speeds of up to 3.6Gbps, though at the time of writing no UK 5G networks are capable of these speeds.

O2 claims though that you can expect speeds that are around 10x faster than on 4G. So that’s still extremely fast.

Which other networks offer 5G mobile broadband?

As well as O2, you can also get 5G mobile broadband plans on Three, Vodafone, and EE.

Frequently asked questions

Why would I want 5G mobile broadband?

While public Wi-Fi networks are widely available, they’re still not everywhere, and you often have to jump through hoops to use them – whether that’s signing up, asking for a password, or even paying.

Public Wi-Fi also isn’t as secure as your own private mobile broadband network, and in most cases, it won’t be as fast as 5G mobile broadband.

So for all those reasons, it’s well worth considering a 5G mobile broadband device, if you ever find yourself using public Wi-Fi, or wishing some was available.

How many devices can I get online with O2’s 5G mobile broadband?

Both 5G mobile broadband devices sold on O2 – the Netgear Nighthawk M6 and M3 – can get up to 32 gadgets connected to the internet.

What if I don’t have a 5G signal?

If you don’t have a 5G signal then you’ll still be able to connect to a 4G network with O2’s 5G mobile broadband devices, so you won’t be out of action.