Waveform is a US-based company that sells cellular-related equipment and also manufactures some of its own, including cellular antennas.
Most of Waveform's antennas are designed for stationary/fixed location use, but some products could be suitable for use in a mobile setup.
Here are the primary antennas of interest to mobile users:
- QuadMini - A portable 4x4 MIMO omnidirectional panel antenna with multiple mounting options.**TOP PICK**
- QuadPro - A 4x4 MIMO high-gain directional panel antenna suitable for exterior use.
Product Specifications
QuadMini
Specifications
- Model: QuadMini
- Form Factor: Panel
- Direction: Omnidirectional
- # of Antenna Elements: 4x Cellular
- Frequency Range: 600 MHz - 6 GHz
- Impedance: 50 ohm
- Cable Type & Length: Optional UltraFlex-Quad Cable, available in different lengths
- Connector: SMA Male
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 7.1 x 12.8 x 0.6 inches
- Weight: 1.41 lbs
- Mounting: Pole, wall, suction cup, or desktop
- Outdoor Rated: Yes, IP65
- Frequency / Gain:
- 600-900 MHz: 2.5 dBi
- 1,700-2,700 MHz: 5.3 dBi
- 3,500-4,200 MHz: 5.4 dBi
- 5,000-6,000 MHz: 5.8 dBi
- Special Features/ Notes: Not Specified
- Retail Price:
- Antenna Only: $119
- Kit with cables: $219-$299
QuadPro
Specifications
- Model: QuadPro
- Form Factor: Panel
- Direction: Directional
- # of Antenna Elements: 4x Cellular
- Frequency Range: 600 MHz - 6 GHz
- Impedance: 50 ohm
- Cable Type & Length: Optional UltraFlex-Quad Cable, available in different lengths
- Connector: SMA Male
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 12.1 x 15.2 x 2.6 inches
- Weight: 5 lbs
- Mounting: Pole or wall
- Outdoor Rated: Yes, IP65
- Frequency / Gain:
- 600-900 MHz: 5.5 dBi
- 1,700-2,700 MHz: 7.7 dBi
- 3,500-4,200 MHz: 6.8 dBi
- 5,000-6,000 MHz: 7.9 dBi
- Special Features/ Notes: Not Specified
- Retail Price:
- Antenna Only: $249
- Kit with cables: $349-$489
News, Videos, & Status
Waveform sent us a QuadMini antenna for evaluation and we tested it along with the Parsec Akita.
Our members will have access to our full review below.
Testing Forum Thread: 4x4 QuadMini Antenna from Waveform (Cellular Antennas)
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Cellular antennas can be a vital part of your signal enhancing strategy to get a better signal, and thus better cellular data performance. They come in many shapes, sizes and varieties.
They can be used directly connected to your mobile hotspots or cellular embedded routers, or they might connect to your cellular booster. They come in omni-directional vs directional, single vs MIMO, and might support different frequency bands. They come in combination antennas with Wi-Fi and GPS.
But most importantly, is your installation options on your RV or boat.
So before choosing an antenna, be sure to understand all of these variables - and keep in mind that there likely isn't a single 'one size fits all' solution here. You may need to make compromises, or even have speciality antennas for challenging signal areas.
We recommend starting with our Guide to Selecting Antennas, and then moving on to our other guides addressing related topics:
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