How much does a mobile broadband card typically cost to purchase and use?
I’m looking into possibly purchasing a mobile broadband card, but want a better idea of how much they cost to use, preferably from someone who uses one.
Tags: mobile broadband
Hey,
Great question. They can cost as much as $200. Good news is that there’s a really good review that covers all the mobile broadband cards on the market right now. Most of them are listed as free or less than $50. There are a couple where you can make $100 from rebates.
Here’s an excerpt from the review:
"There are 3 categories (USB, ExpressCards and PC Broadband Cards). Each gets compared side-by-side. See which card fits your needs based on:
1. Network
2. Speed
3. Operating System Compatibility
4. Extra Features
5. Price
To sweeten the honey even further, you can click on any card to read the full review and technical specifications."
The link is in the sources. Hope this helps!
The card itself can be anywhere from free after mail-in rebate, to $150, depending on your cellular providers, and their current promotions/sales.
Your service fee will typically increase by $30 to $40 a month, but, again, always look for sales/discounts/promotions.