If you’re always on the go, then you already know that leaving your phone data on the entire day can easily drain your battery. That said, you might want to consider getting a pocket WiFi device instead.

To help you with that, you can refer to our list of the best pocket WiFi devices in the Philippines, which includes everything you need moving forward—from prices to specifications. Before anything else though, let’s talk about costs first.

The Best Pocket WiFi Devices in the Philippines

Without further ado, here are our top picks for the best pocket WiFi devices in the Philippines!

1.   Globe MyFi LTE

For those on a tight budget, we highly recommend Globe’s MyFi LTE. Considering its price, you pretty much get what you pay for, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing!

It’s equipped to handle LTE speeds of up to 42Mbps, which is already quite decent for everyday use. So if you live in an area where Globe has strong coverage, you might want to maximize all that this little device has to offer.

You also don’t have to worry about running out of battery in the middle of the day since this device can last up to 48 hours—depending on your usage, of course. You can also connect up to 4 devices, perfect for individual use.

And the best part? There are no lock-up periods with this device, meaning that you can simply top up as much or as little as you please, depending on your usage.

The device is incredibly lightweight and thin as well. You can literally squeeze it in your jeans’ pockets without it looking bulky!

The only downside we’re seeing is its lack of a screen display, preventing you from knowing how much data you have left. It does have power and signal indicators though, which should be enough to give you a heads up.

Whether you’re a student or working professional, this device is a great option if you’re looking for a no-frills pocket WiFi device.

2.   Smart Bro 5G Rocket WiFi

Before you go running off seeing its price, hear us out! This powerful little device is truly one of a kind, seeing that it’s one of the very few pocket WiFi devices in the country with 5G capabilities.

That means that this device by Smart can literally bring you rocket speeds that regular LTE speeds can’t provide you with. Of course, that will depend on your location and reception, so you should take that into consideration, too.

Unique to this device is its ethernet port, which you can use to connect to your laptop for better connectivity.

Compared to other pocket WiFi devices though, this little thing is a bit bulky—but for good reason. It’s equipped with a massive battery, which can last you up to 50 hours depending on your usage.

For instance, it can only last you up to a day at most if you’ve maxed out its usage from morning until evening.

It also has a touchscreen that allows you to control its settings and even view messages. While this is a nice little add-on, this feature in itself doesn’t justify its high price tag.

All in all, we still think that it’s a pretty solid upgrade for those who have been stuck with half-baked LTE devices for a while.

3.   Cherry Roam G3

In this day and age, having a reliable internet connection is a must when you’re travelling abroad. But we all know how crazy expensive data roaming plans can be, especially when you’re staying overseas for a week or two.

If you’re looking for an alternative, might we suggest the Cherry Roam G3. It’s packed with a set of neat features that really make the perfect travel companion—whether you’re heading to nearby Singapore or even as far away as Canada!

To start with, Cherry Mobile has their own selection of data roaming plans that can be used in over a hundred countries worldwide. We’re impressed by their relatively low rates compared to telecoms’ roaming plans.

Alternatively, you can also pop in a local sim card in your destination to avail a local data plan yourself if you’d rather opt out of Cherry Mobile’s roaming plans.

The device is also furnished with a touchscreen, which allows you to conveniently view your remaining data balance, among other things. It also comes with a large battery capacity good for a whole day of exploring.

The only caveat with this device is that set-up isn’t exactly the smoothest. You’d have to follow a few steps such as downloading its accompanying app before you can use the device.

Still, we still think the pros outweigh its cons. So if you have a few trips abroad lined up, consider investing in this little pocket WiFi device.

4.   TP-Link M7650

If you don’t want to be tied into a telecom-specific pocket WiFi device, then you might want to consider getting a TP-Link M7650. Because it isn’t locked to a specific network, you can pop in whatever sim card you prefer using in this little device.

This means that you can freely interchange those sim cards depending on how strong the network is in a given area. That said, this feature makes it an excellent choice for those who like travelling locally and internationally.

It may not support fast 5G networks but with a maximum speed of up to 600Mbps, we think that it’s quite decent. Among our other entries, it’s the only one of its kind to support up to 32 devices.

Unless you’re willing to share connectivity with your neighbours, we highly recommend setting up a password to keep WiFi piggybackers away. You wouldn’t want them hogging your connection, would you?

Its lack of a touchscreen isn’t necessarily a letdown, though. It has a screen display that pretty much tells you all you need to know such as battery life, signal strength, data balance, connected users, and more. 

With a relatively high price tag, we think that it’s justified. Overall, it’s the perfect pocket WiFi device that gives you the flexibility of using it for everyday use or travel.

5.   Huawei 5G E6878

At first glance, this powerful device from Huawei already looks like the mother of all pocket WiFi devices. And in its own way, it kind of is, actually.

What makes this device particularly special is that it’s powered by a new chipset called Balong 5000. In simpler terms, this means that it can convert your 4G signals to 5G benchmarks, allowing you to get high speeds wherever you are.

That said, the device also isn’t locked to a specific network, which means you can switch your sim card as you please.

Battery capacity is also significantly higher than most pocket WiFi devices in the market today. On our estimate, this device can last you up to 2 whole days of usage.

But again, this can be shorter or longer depending on a couple of factors. For instance, while this device can be ideal for live streaming, it can also significantly affect battery life.

There are 2 major downsides with this device, however. First, it isn’t really available in Huawei’s official store in the Philippines.

While there are third-party sellers in the country, we highly advise you to take their listings with a grain of salt. Authenticity can be a tricky thing to tell, considering that they aren’t authorized sellers.

The good news is that it’s available in a couple of countries including Saudi Arabia and China. So if you have OFW relatives in those areas, you could ask them to purchase one on your behalf.

That leads us to our next disadvantage, which is obviously its price. While this device is certainly a step up, we only recommend it if you have some extra cash to spare.

FAQs about Pocket WiFi Devices

And those are our picks of the best pocket WiFi devices in the Philippines! We hope that we’ve helped you find your perfect internet companion wherever you go.

If you’ve tried other pocket WiFi devices that also deserve a spot here, don’t hesitate to leave us a message!