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Cellular vs. WiFi: The Clear Winner for Smarter Water Solutions

Why LTE is Better than Wifi

Setting up a product on WiFi is convenient—when it works. However, WiFi setup failures can be a major source of frustration. Imagine guiding someone through router settings or firewall configurations over the phone—it’s a cumbersome process that can leave a poor first impression. SimpleSUB avoids these issues entirely with cellular connectivity, ensuring a smooth onboarding process without unnecessary headaches.

No Dependence on Local Networks

WiFi reliability depends on the customer maintaining their network. If the network goes down, so does the product, and the responsibility for troubleshooting falls on the customer. Cellular connectivity shifts this burden to the carrier, which has robust infrastructure and service-level agreements (SLAs) in place to ensure uptime, giving customers peace of mind.

State-of-the-Art Cellular Technology

SimpleSUB leverages LTE-M and NB-IoT, cutting-edge cellular technologies designed for IoT devices. These technologies offer low-power, long-range communication and access to existing, widely deployed networks. This ensures dependable performance, even in challenging environments.

Extended Battery Life for Effortless Operation

WiFi’s power demands often require frequent battery replacements or running power lines to installation sites. Cellular, on the other hand, enables SimpleSUB to achieve industry-leading battery life of up to 10 years. This is a game-changer, particularly for remote or hard-to-reach installations.

Avoiding Costly Setup Equipment

Technologies like Zigbee or Bluetooth increase setup complexity and costs, requiring hubs, repeaters, and expertise to optimize placements. Even small disruptions—like moving a dumpster—can interfere with these systems, leading to costly maintenance. Cellular simplifies everything: no hubs, no repeaters, and no extra setup costs.easy-to-install, reliable submetering systems can transform your property management.

The Bottom Line: LTE is Better

SimpleSUB’s choice of cellular connectivity ensures a superior experience for property managers and tenants alike. Our products work seamlessly, with no reliance on local WiFi networks or extra equipment, delivering consistent and reliable service from day one.

By eliminating common WiFi challenges and leveraging the latest in cellular technology, SimpleSUB provides the tools you need to reduce water waste, ensure fair billing, and increase your NOI. With up to 10 years of battery life, you’ll save time and money while enjoying the confidence of a system that just works—no interruptions, no complications, no stress.

Make water management simple. Choose SimpleSUB.