WiFi

Using a remote WiFi network as a source of internet on your boat is useful, but know the limitations of the devices and features available to you.

Accessing your boat remotely is a common desire. Most people can access their home remotely, so it seems like it should be just as easy for your boat. But there are some limitations with the types of connectivity that most boaters have that make it a bit more challenging.

I have been testing a lot of different LTE router and antenna combinations this year from Peplink, MikroTik, Teltonika, Poynting and more.

The GL.iNet GL-X1200 Amarok router is a great dual-LTE device with lots of hardware, dual-band WiFi, and OpenWRT-inspired software.

These are my recommended system designs for getting high quality Internet on your boat. There are several different choices depending on your budget.

Having a reliable setup has always been one of my top goals, usually leveraging several technologies. This article covers the tech that I used on my boat.

Setting up the MikroTik Groove to boost WiFi on your boat can be daunting. With a few quick steps you can get the Groove up and running quickly on your network.