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Module nameLinksCostNotes
Sixfab raspi hat

https://sixfab.com/product/raspberry-pi-3g-4glte-base-shield-v2-/

https://sixfab.com/product/quectel-ec25-mini-pcle-4glte-module/

~$100 for all parts
  • Have to choose between (AT&T + T-Mobile) or Verizon as carriers
SIMCom Modules

SIMCom Products.xlsx (download to view)

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  • Summary of assorted SIMCom modules and their core functionalities
  • Shields/hats can be found for most of these modules at varying price points
Huawei e3372 USB donglehttps://www.amazon.com/Huawei-E3372h-153-Unlocked-Europe-Middle/dp/B01N6P3HI2/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=lte+usb+dongle&qid=1554781604&s=electronics&sr=1-3~$40
  • Commonly used with raspberry pi
  • Powered through USB
  • Supports external antenna
  • Should work with AT&T, T-Mobile
  • Huawei offers other dongles but this is the cheapest one that offers the functionality we need

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