Peplink is a large and respected company in the high-end mobile networking space. It is particularly well known for providing cellular connectivity for everything from vehicle fleets to cruise ships to dispersed corporate offices.
Peplink is also a key provider of bonding technology, which allows a router to combine multiple network connections for increased performance or enhanced redundancy and reliability.
While Peplink's Pepwave cellular integrated routers are not specifically designed for individual mobile users, Peplink does offer solid, well-supported products that many rely on.
The Peplink MAX Transit line has earned a reputation as a great choice for RVers and cruisers with more demanding needs.
As the name implies, the Peplink MAX Transit models are primarily geared toward creating public Wi-Fi networks on transit buses or trains to keep many passengers online. However, the unique balance of professional quality, high performance, and relatively consumer-accessible pricing earns our Top Pick status.
The Peplink MAX Transit product line-up previously offered multiple modem options, but in the spring of 2022, Peplink simplified the product line to focus on a single mid-level dual LTE modem configuration for the North American market.
The MAX Transit Duo Pro was first announced in March 2022 and was released in November 2022. It offers upgraded internals and better Wi-Fi compared to previous models.
Transit Duo Pro Models
- Cat-7/12: The first model offered a dual modem combination using a Cat-7 and a Cat-12 modem to balance carrier compatibility and performance. This model was retired in September 2024.
- Dual Cat-12: The second model, available starting September 2024, offers dual Cat-12 modems. However, the modems in this new router are a newer design that support many more cellular bands than previous Cat-12 modems.
Product Specifications
- Model: Peplink MAX Transit Duo Pro (Dual Cat-12)
- Router Specs:
- # of Connected Devices: 150
- Wi-Fi Router:
- Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) - Simultaneous 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz
- Wi-Fi Antennas/Ports: 2x RP-SMA/Female Antenna Ports (2x2 MU-MIMO), 5dBi Antennas Included
- Wi-Fi as WAN: Yes
- Guest Wi-Fi Network: Yes
- Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) - Simultaneous 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz
- Default Control Panel Address:
- Address: 192.168.50.1
- Password: Not Specified
- USB Tethering Support: No
- Ethernet Ports: 2x Gigabit Ethernet (1x LAN, 1x WAN / LAN, 1 vWAN included with PrimeCare)
- Router Throughput: 1 Gbps / 200 Mbps Encrypted
- Cellular Modem Specs:
- Cellular Modem: Dual 4G - 2x Cat-12
- Modem Module or Chipset: Not Specified
- Supported Networks and Bands: Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile
- LTE Bands: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B48, B66, B71
- 3G: B1, B2, B4, B5, B8, B9, B19
- Carrier Certification: Not Specified
- MIMO Support: 2X2 MIMO
- LTE Performance:
- LTE Performance Category: Cat-12 (Max Theoretical Speed: 600 Mbps Down / 150 Mbps Up)
- LTE Carrier Aggregation: 3x Download, 2x Upload
- Cellular Antennas/Ports: 4x SMA/Female Antenna Ports, Basic Indoor Paddle Antennas Included
- SIM Slots: 2 Nano per modem
- Dimensions: 3.8 x 6.3 x 1.3 inches
- Other Ports: Not Specified
- Power Source: 12v – 56v DC, AC Input 100v–240v / DC Output 12v 2x USB-C 20v, 3A each for Power Input, 12v – 56v DC, 2x USB-C
- Outdoor Rated: No
- Special Features: Data Usage Tracking, Auto Failover, Integrated GPS, Band Selection. Peplink AP Controller, Load Balancing, SpeedFusion Bonding, Synergy Mode, vWAN
- Retail Price: $1199.00
- PrimeCare: First year free, then $199/yr
While officially discontinued as of September 6th, 2024, the first version with the Cat-7 and 12 modems may still be available at vendors. Here are the specs for that model:
- Model: Peplink MAX Transit Duo Pro (Cat7/12)
- Router Specs:
- # of Connected Devices: 150
- Wi-Fi Router:
- Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) - Simultaneous 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz
- Wi-Fi Antennas/Ports: 2x RP-SMA/Female Antenna Ports (2x2 MU-MIMO), 5dBi Antennas Included
- Wi-Fi as WAN: Yes
- Guest Wi-Fi Network: Yes
- Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) - Simultaneous 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz
- Default Control Panel Address:
- Address: 192.168.50.1
- Password: Not Specified
- USB Tethering Support: No
- Ethernet Ports: 2x Gigabit Ethernet (1x LAN, 1x WAN / LAN, 1 vWAN included with PrimeCare)
- Router Throughput: 1 Gbps / 200 Mbps Encrypted
- Cellular Modem Specs:
- Cellular Modem: Dual 4G - 1x Cat-7 / 1x Cat-12
- Modem Module or Chipset:
- Modem 1: Sierra Wireless AirPrime EM7411 Qualcomm 4G
- Modem 2: Sierra Wireless AirPrime EM7511 Qualcomm 4G
- Supported Networks and Bands: Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile
- LTE Bands:
- Modem 1 (Cat-7): B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13, B14, B25, B26, B41, B42, B43, B48, B66, B71
- Modem 2 (Cat-12): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B9, B12, B13, B14, B18, B19, B20, B26, B29, B30, B32, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48, B66
- 3G:
- Modem 1 (Cat-7): B2, B4, B5
- Modem 2 (Cat-12): B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B9, B19
- LTE Bands:
- Carrier Certification: Not Specified
- MIMO Support: 2X2 MIMO
- LTE Performance:
- LTE Performance Category:
- Modem 1: Cat-7 (Max Theoretical Speed: 300 Mbps Down / 150 Mbps Up)
- Modem 2: Cat-12 (Max Theoretical Speed: 600 Mbps Down / 150 Mbps Up)
- LTE Carrier Aggregation:
- Modem 1 (Cat-7): 2x Download, 2x Upload
- Modem 2 (Cat-12): 3x Download, 2x Upload
- LTE Performance Category:
- Cellular Antennas/Ports: 4x SMA/Female Antenna Ports, Basic Indoor Paddle Antennas Included
- SIM Slots: 2 Nano per modem
- Dimensions: 3.8 x 6.3 x 1.3 inches
- Other Ports: Not Specified
- Power Source: 12v – 56v DC, AC Input 100v–240v / DC Output 12v 2x USB-C 20v, 3A each for Power Input, 12v – 56v DC, 2x USB-C
- Outdoor Rated: No
- Special Features: Data Usage Tracking, Auto Failover, Integrated GPS, Band Selection. Peplink AP Controller, Load Balancing, SpeedFusion Bonding, Synergy Mode, vWAN
- Retail Price: $999.00
- PrimeCare: First year free, then $199/yr
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News, Videos & Status
We have had units from MAX Transit series in active use since the original Transit Duo with dual Cat-12 modems, Cat-18, 5G, Pro E and Duo Pro models - all provided courtesy of MobileMustHave.com and Peplink.
We have granted this router a Top Pick status.
We have tested the MAX Transit with several different antenna options and a paired access point, and we have actively explored load balancing and bonding. We have also conducted tons of head-to-head testing against various Peplink models and other competing models like Insty Connect, MoFi, and WiFiRanger.
Our members-only review below has been updated with our ongoing observations and experiences.
Our MIAs can find additional, more raw details shared in these places, which then get wrapped up into our review below for all members:
- Testing in Progress Forum Notes (MIA only):
- [Testing Lab Report] Pepwave MAX Transit Duo vs WiFiRanger Converge, MIMO Antennas (Fall/Winter 2019/2020)
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