How to Choose a LoRaWAN Gateway
Compare IoT hardware for South African projects.
Which LoRaWAN gateway should I choose?
Choose from 11 LoRaWAN gateways. Start with the deployment setting and required backhaul: indoor models include LPS8N, LPS8v2, MS48-LR and LG308N, while DLOS8N is the outdoor model. Then compare the exact gateway functions, interfaces, power details and ZAR price stated for the SKU.
What should I compare?
- Choose an indoor model when the deployment requires indoor gateway hardware; DLOS8N is the outdoor model in the exact product set.
- Confirm the required IP backhaul. LPS8N, LPS8v2 and MS48-LR state Wi-Fi and Ethernet; LPS8N and LPS8v2 describe cellular as optional, while LG308N and DLOS8N state cellular connectivity in their product details.
- Choose the function that matches the system: LPS8v2 includes local LoRaWAN and IoT server functions, while MS48-LR adds a Modbus gateway role and local server functions.
- Check gateway management and deployment features where stated, including LPS8N web/SSH management, LPS8v2 remote management, and DLOS8N auto-provisioning and remote monitoring.
- Confirm the regional LoRaWAN frequency configuration, supplied power requirement, package details and exact SKU before ordering.
How do the options differ?
Indoor and outdoor gateway options are available. LPS8N bridges LoRaWAN to IP through Wi-Fi or Ethernet, with an optional cellular version. LPS8v2 adds local LoRaWAN and IoT server functions and also describes optional 4G. MS48-LR combines gateway, local server and Modbus functions with optional 4G. LG308N is available with Wi-Fi, Ethernet and cellular backhaul, while DLOS8N is the outdoor model and has optional cellular failover alongside outdoor deployment features. For other models, check the exact product details.
A practical decision path
- Decide whether the gateway must be indoor or outdoor, then shortlist the models whose product details match that setting.
- Select the required backhaul: Wi-Fi or Ethernet, with optional cellular where the exact model supports it and the deployment requires it.
- Choose any local server, Modbus, management or outdoor feature only when the exact SKU states it.
- Confirm regional frequency, power, package information and price for the exact SKU before ordering.
Compare products
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| Compare | LPS8N | LPS8N-EC25 | LPS8v2 | LPS8v2-EC25 | MS48-LR | MS48-LR-EC25 | LG308N | LG308N-EC25 | DLOS8N | DLOS8N-EC25 | MikroTik wAP LR8 Kit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary function | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway | LoRaWAN Gateway |
| Connectivity | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN | LoRaWAN |
| Power | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | 9 to 30 V external power input |
| Price | R 3 517,50 | R 5 459,16 | R 5 414,84 | R 7 333,52 | R 6 054,32 | R 7 973,00 | R 4 647,79 | R 6 566,00 | R 7 035,00 | R 8 442,00 | R 2 695,00 |
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