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T-Mobile HotSpot @Home comparison

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Product name	T-Mobile HotSpot @Home	Verizon Wireless MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot	Verizon Wireless Network Extender	Wi-Ex zBoost YX510-PCS-CEL cell phone signal extender	Sprint Airave
Price	Check Prices	$49.99	Check Prices	$279.99 to $369.99	Check Prices
CNET editors' rating	3.5 stars Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)	3.5 stars Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)	3.5 stars Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)	4.0 stars Overall score: 8.6 (4.0 stars)	3.5 stars Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
Average user rating	2.5 stars	2.5 stars	4.0 stars	2.5 stars	4.0 stars
Release date			February 01, 2009
The Bottom Line	Despite a few problems when transitioning between cellular airwaves and wireless networks, the T-Mobile HotSpot @Home service is a great idea. You can save money, get better reception, and possibly even get rid of your existing landline. However, we would wait until the service supports more phones.	If you can afford the required service plans and keep within the required data limits, the Verizon Wireless MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot is an excellent product for mobile Internet access.	If you live in an area with poor Verizon Wireless coverage and have a home broadband network, the Verizon Wireless Network Extender will work to improve your signal strength.	Though the Wi-Ex zBoost YX510-PCS-CEL cell phone signal booster may take some time to set up, it offers exceptional performance.	The Sprint Airave is an easy way to boost your Sprint cell coverage at home, and possibly replace your landline in the process.
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Buying choices	As Reviewed: $9.99/month Check provider's site for availability	Buy direct from Verizon Wireless $49.99 In stock: Yes Price from 1 CNET Certified store	As shown: $249.99 Check manufacturer's site for availability	TigerDirect.com $329.99 In stock: Yes Amazon.com $300.87 In stock: Yes Newegg.com $279.99 In stock: Yes Prices from 12 CNET Certified stores	As shown: $99.99 Check manufacturer's site for availability
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