This class of wireless routers is specially designed for mobility. These products are typically smaller in size than the average home network router and contain several features suitable for roaming users such as business travelers and students.
All of the productslisted support the 802.11g WiFi standard, essential network firewall and wireless security features, and wired Ethernet connections. Travel cases are normally also included in the price. You can configure wireless travel routers to function as either a pure access point or true wireless router depending on the need.
Officially known as the AirPlus G DWL-G730AP Wireless Pocket Router/AP, this router features three different modes configured by a mechanical switch. In locations having only wired Ethernet connections such as hotels or schools, you can set the switch for either router or access point mode. You can also configure it to connect wirelessly to a WiFi hotspot. The DWL-G730AP measures 3.15 in x 2.36 in x 0.67in (80mm x 60mm x17mm) and weighs less than 2 ounces (50g), making it one of the smallest travel routers available. Power over USB support is an added bonus. D-Link offers a one year warranty for this product.More »
The 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 54 Mbps 11g Travel Router has a list of features almost as long as its name. This router employs a four-mode switch. Three of the settings work the same as on the D-Link DWL-G730AP: for access point, wireless router, and direct wireless client connection respectively. A fourth setting allows easy access to router configuration options. This product measures 4 in x 2.8 in x 1 in (102mm x 70mm x 22mm) and comes with 3Com's three year warranty.More »
Belkin's Wireless-G Travel Router follows the same three-in-one router / access point / wireless adapter operating model of its competitors. The F5D7233 may be harder to find at stores than some other products in this category. However, it also comes with Belkin's Easy Install Wizard and Lifetime Warranty, making it worth serious consideration.More »
All of the productslisted support the 802.11g WiFi standard, essential network firewall and wireless security features, and wired Ethernet connections. Travel cases are normally also included in the price. You can configure wireless travel routers to function as either a pure access point or true wireless router depending on the need.
1. D-Link DWL-G730AP
Officially known as the AirPlus G DWL-G730AP Wireless Pocket Router/AP, this router features three different modes configured by a mechanical switch. In locations having only wired Ethernet connections such as hotels or schools, you can set the switch for either router or access point mode. You can also configure it to connect wirelessly to a WiFi hotspot. The DWL-G730AP measures 3.15 in x 2.36 in x 0.67in (80mm x 60mm x17mm) and weighs less than 2 ounces (50g), making it one of the smallest travel routers available. Power over USB support is an added bonus. D-Link offers a one year warranty for this product.More »
2. Linksys WTR54GS
Many people confuse this product with the similarly named WRT54GS, but the WTR54GS is Linksys' mobile wireless router. It offers roughly the same level of router functionality (including security support) as the mainstream units. The WTR54GS also includes SpeedBooster technology that may improve the performance of file transfers compared to other standard 802.11g routers. It is larger than most other travel routers, but not by much, measuring 4.21in x 2.87in x 1.22in (107mm x 73mm x 31mm). Linksys provides a three year warranty for the WTR54GS.More »3. 3Com OfficeConnect 11g
The 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 54 Mbps 11g Travel Router has a list of features almost as long as its name. This router employs a four-mode switch. Three of the settings work the same as on the D-Link DWL-G730AP: for access point, wireless router, and direct wireless client connection respectively. A fourth setting allows easy access to router configuration options. This product measures 4 in x 2.8 in x 1 in (102mm x 70mm x 22mm) and comes with 3Com's three year warranty.More »
4. Belkin F5D7233
Belkin's Wireless-G Travel Router follows the same three-in-one router / access point / wireless adapter operating model of its competitors. The F5D7233 may be harder to find at stores than some other products in this category. However, it also comes with Belkin's Easy Install Wizard and Lifetime Warranty, making it worth serious consideration.More »