Global
Well established global roaming agreements mean global network access can be achieved with a single SIM SKU.
Energy and cost efficient
While Cat-1 BIS hardware costs and energy consumption were originally slightly higher than other LPWAN technologies, the gap has closed significantly if not completely.
Performance and fleet management
Lower latency, higher bandwidth and cell handover (mobility) make Cat-1 BIS a strong alternative to 2G/3G,especially for applications which have higher data budgets and are managed via OTA updates.
Universal
Supports the widest range of IoT use-cases. Capable of 5-10 year battery life and the strongest option for devices that use rechargeable batteries.
LTE Cat-1 BIS
LTE Cat-1 BIS has risen in popularity because of it low-power, low-cost credentials. It is more universally available than NB-IoT and LTE-M making it a compelling option for multi-country and global deployments of low power devices.
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Applications we are connecting with LTE Cat-1 BIS
Transport
Monitor location, performance and utilisation of commercial vehicle fleets.
Tracking and Logistics
Tracking devices for optimised supply chain logistics or increasing security.
Healthcare
For wearable sensors and remote patient care.
EV Charging
Manage and monitor utilisation, performance and availability of EV charge points.
Fleet Telematics
For route planning and monitoring of driver behaviour.
Kiosks and Vending
Manage stock, advertising content and information flow to customers.
Why choose LTE Cat-1 BIS ahead of NB-IoT or LTE-M?
Devices which connect using LTE Cat-1 BIS have access to around 800 4G LTE networks globally and in key markets (2-4 networks per country) this means resilience in both multi- and single-country deployments.
Does LTE Cat-1 BIS have any down-sides?
Cat-1 BIS operates with a single antenna but perhaps not as well as NB-IoT or LTE-M in indoor or underground locations. It is less power efficient but faster transmission rates can compensate for that.
Reviewing our technology comparison and coverage checker is essential.
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4G/LTE, 5G, LTE-M, NB-IoT and Satellite
With our own global IoT network, Conexa, over 50 agreements with leading global operators and access into 750+ global networks in 190 countries, our global and local cellular coverage is unrivalled.
We deliver the benefits from multiple networks all under one simple service agreement, all designed around you.
Make smart design choices – which technology is right for my application?
NB-IoT, LTE Cat-M and LTE Cat-1 all have distinct advantages. Which technology is right for your application depends on a range of factors ranging from battery-life requirements, coverage, time-to-market to total cost of ownership.
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