As of now, there are over 20 different LTE categories. From the initial LTE specifications released in 2008, to novel categories classified as LTE Advanced which supports data rates of over 300 Mbps, LTE Advanced Pro with speeds of over 1 Gbps, and LTE for Machines designed for battery-powered, IoT devices.
When talking about cellular IoT, people often refer to LTE Cat-M1 (LTE-M), LTE Cat NB1 (NB-IoT) and LTE Cat 1. These technologies support long range, low power and low cost data transfer, ideal for machine type communication.
Cellular IoT – in combination with Monogoto’s global connectivity platform – is used for building applications which often comprises tens of thousands of devices. Applications include warehouse management, smart street lighting, asset tracking and micro mobility.
In this article we share the real-world performance metrics of LTE Cat-M1 and LTE Cat 1, allowing you to make a better decision on what technology to use in your application.
Let’s put cellular IoT to the test.
