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Explore connected hardware by connectivity type.

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What is the difference between LoRaWAN and LTE CAT 1 devices?

LoRaWAN devices use a suitable LoRaWAN gateway and public, private or community network. LTE CAT 1 devices use 4G LTE cellular connectivity and depend on supported mobile-operator service. Neither label alone confirms coverage or fitness for a project.

LoRaWAN network model

LoRaWAN is a low-power wide-area networking protocol designed to connect battery-operated devices to the internet through public, private or community networks. Explore 206 LoRaWAN products.

LTE CAT 1 network model

LTE Cat 1 is a 4G LTE device category first defined in 3GPP Release 8 and used by some IoT products. Explore 170 LTE CAT 1 products.

Infrastructure to confirm

For LoRaWAN, confirm a suitable network and regional configuration. For LTE CAT 1, confirm operator availability and supported device features at the deployment location.

Practical selection

Start with the network that can be supported at the project location. Then compare the exact application, specification and connectivity stated for each SKU. Do not assume that one technology is universally better.

Learn more about LoRaWAN and LTE CAT 1: LoRa Alliance: What is LoRaWAN? and GSMA: Mobile IoT in a 5G Future.