TP-Link 4G LTE Mobile Wi-Fi – TL-M7000 in Nairobi-Valtech computers

Bands: The device supports B20 (800 MHz) which is good in Kenya (some LTE deployments support 800MHz). But you’ll want to check if your mobile operator uses those exact bands in your area.

Speed: 150 Mbps download is decent for many uses (streaming, general browsing). But if your area has faster network options (e.g., strong LTE-Advanced or 5G), this might be a limiting factor.

WiFi side: Being 2.4GHz only means less bandwidth and more interference (especially in crowded WiFi environments). If you want high-speed local WiFi (for many users/devices), dual-band (2.4 + 5GHz) might be preferable.

Battery & portability: Good for travel, mobile hotspot use (field work, meetings, short trips) thanks to compact size and built-in battery.

Use case: Best suited for mobile hotspot / backup internet rather than heavy home-router replacement. Some users note it lacks advanced routing features. E.g.:

“The TPlink M7000 does not appear to support port forwarding. It is a travel modem, not a home router.”

SIM / network compatibility: Because network-operator policies vary, ensure your SIM and plan support “open line” devices, and confirm LTE bands and roaming (if you travel) are supported. Some users had issues when switching countries/borders.