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What’s the difference between HUAWEI E5331 and HUAWEI E5220?

At the beginning of 2013, we found Huawei released a new pocket WiFi on CES 2013. At the first sit when we see it, we thought it was Huawei E5331 3G 21Mbps Mobile WiFi, because from the outside appearance, it’s completely the same as Huawei E5331.

However, after we read the specifications on the stick, we got to know we are wrong. It’s the new mobile WiFi hotspot Huawei E5220. Then here comes a question: why did Huawei release a same model with different name?

On the stick beside the demo of Huawei E5220, we read that Huawei E5220 supports single, dual or triple UMTS bands by its variant model. This feature is also specified on Huawei E5331. Huawei E5220 supports maximum download speed up to 21.6mbps, and upload speed to 5.76Mbps. It’s also the same as E5331.

The key feature of Huawei E5220 should be the link time. It says Huawei E5220 could network in 5 seconds with HiLink technology. HiLink is a new user-friendly system that users don’t need install any software or setup any parameters, once the device with HiLink technology connects the supported gadgets, the gadgets can then start surfing freely.

It’s obvious that this system brings much convenience for customers and save much time. Take a example, in the past, if you use Huawei E372 and plug it to PC, it would take around 1 or 2 minutes to install the driver in the modem; after driver installed to PC, you need to setup the parameters, such as Profile, APN, dial number etc… and if there is something wrong in the settings, you may can’t get connected to Internet. With HiLink technology, it would completely change this situation, once you plug the Huawei E3251 HiLink USB stick to PC, the PC then get connected in 5 seconds, no driver installation, no setup. And you can manage the modem through Web UI.

Huawei E5220 also follows this rule. After the WiFi enabled devices get connected to E5220, they can surf in 5 seconds, or slower in 10 seconds. No setup and driver are needed. In our opinion, this should be the revolution for this new pocket WiFi.

What’s more, Huawei E5220 supports maximum 10 users to share the network while Huawei E5331 supports 8 users. From the above two upgraded features, we can see Huawei E5220 has different system from E5331 and it also improve the user experience and functions.

Huawei E5331 Mobile WiFi Hotspot Test Report

Mobile hotspots are now very popular and we have a favorable time and new model for a test: the Huawei E5331 Mobile WiFi. The small wireless router comes in a compact package, in addition to the device itself, there is only the powerful 1500mAh battery and a small USB cable included for charging. An AC adapter for charging directly at the outlet does not packed in the box.

After unpacking, if you have only the SIM card (Normal standard size) and insert the battery, then you can turn on the Huawei E5331. The HUAWEI E5331 has a LED display screen, after a few seconds to light up a few status LEDs on the front, HUAWEI E5331 will start working. At far left is a reception display, next to the light for the wireless network and an indication of the battery charge. On the far right there is a message icon that indicates new SMS.

After the first start you have to connect via Wi-Fi with the Huawei E5331, by the way, more than 8 devices can be connected via Wi-Fi. The password for the wireless network is located under the battery in the device, you should write down the code before E5331 begins operation. After a short search network, the modem automatically selects in the mobile network – certain settings such as the APN to be incurred only in exceptional cases, in most cases, no configuration is required by the user.

The reception in the UMTS and GSM operation is pretty good, and definitely better than many cell phones. In the UMTS network, HSPA + data rates of up to 21.6 Mbit/s are possible, and I was able to reach a maximum of 17 MBit/s downstream and 4 Mbit/s upload in the telecom network, so what are already quite good values! Upon request, the Huawei E5331 menu also allows to “3G only” switch, so that even if the signal is weak is always the UMTS network is selected and not a throwback to the slow EDGE / GPRS.

The battery life is about 5 hours of continuous use, requiring the E5331 for about 2 hours at the outlet (or on the computer, if you have a USB charger). All in all, the Huawei E5331 Mobile MiFi router makes a very good impression and for the price of around 99 US dollar without contract and SIM definitely unlocked. If you need, welcome to order from www.4gltemall.com

What’s the difference between HUAWEI E5331 and HUAWEI E5151?

Following the most popular pocket WiFi Huawei E5331, Huawei E5151 attracts the user’s eyes due to the Ethernet port and 3G functions.

Huawei E5331 mobile WiFi is the most cost-effective mobile hotspot till now. With only one button operation and cool design, it’s easy to use and take. What’s important, Huawei E5331 is appropriate for most users who know few about network settings. When you use it, just one power button, it would auto connects the network, no setting is needed. That’ why Huawei E5331 is the most popular mobile WiFi in 2012.

Huawei E5151 Mobile 3G and Ethernet Hotspot is new design with Ethernet port. The operations of the two models are almost same. With one button, users could easily power on or offer this device. And if users try to connect through 3G via SIM card, Huawei E5151 could also automatically detect the SIM and connect to internet. In this case, Huawei E5151 looks like E5331.

The difference is on the Ethernet settings. First, the management page web address has changed to 192.168.8.1 while Huawei E5331 is 192.168.0.1 .

If you had used stationary router and set up a router connection, it would be much easier to setup Huawei E5151. You just need to follow the quick setup guide and enter the information needed, then the E5151 will get connected for you to surf. Here you can check how to set up Huawei E5151.

In conclusion, Huawei E5151 is a enhanced E5331 mobile wifi with Ethernet connection function which need configuration. Other features are almost same.

Since then, Huawei E5151 is more powerful than E5331. And Huawei E5331 is a good partner for businessmen who usually go abroad for trip. And it’s good for tourists. What’s more, it’s also good for home, in home, it could work like a ADSL router, when take out, it then works as mobile WiFi hotspot.

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HUAWEI E5331 E5331s-2 FAQs

Below is the FAQs of HUAWEI E5331 (also named E5331s-2) Mobile WiFi.

HUAWEI E5331s-2 FAQ(EN)

What’s the Difference between HUAWEI E5331 and HUAWEI E5332?

Following the mobile WiFi HUAWEI E5331, HUAWEI had released another sister model HUAWEI E5332 HSPA+ 21Mbps mobile WiFi Hotspot. So what’s the difference from the two WiFi hotspots?

There is no doubt that HUAWEI E5331 is the best seller in HUAWEI E5 Mobile WiFi family. Based on good performance, cool appearance and good price, HUAWEI E5331 becomes the most popular pocket WiFi since its release from HUAWEI.

HUAWEI E5332 comes out to compensate some functions that HUAWEI E5331 can’t finish. For example, if the users use E5331 in rural area where the network signal strength is weak, the internet link speed may be too slow to bear. At this time, you may think find some ways to enhance the signal. To add an external antenna is the usual way to solute it, however, HUAWEI E5331 don’t have the port for external antenna, then HUAWEI E5332 comes out.

So the main difference between HUAWEI E5332 and E5331 is that HUAWEI 5332 has external connector for antenna, which is to give solution for users living in areas with weak signal. With the connector, HUAWEI E5332 is a little bit thicker than HUAWEI E5331. In this case, it looks like HUAWEI E5151 WLAN Mobile 3G Router.

But for most users, HUAWEI E5331 is enough because actually, there is built-in antenna in the two mobile WiFi Hotspot. And if you choose HUAWEI E5331, it proves the coverage of network in your area is good enough; users don’t need any more external antenna. And with external antenna port, the cost of HUAWEI E5332 is a little bit expensive than E5331. But you still need spare antenna for HUAWEI E5332, you could buy it from 4gltemall.com .

Huawei E5331 3G 21Mbps Mobile WiFi Hotspot General Review

HUAWEI E5331 3G MobilePocket WiFi is the lastest most popular portable 3G hotspot from HUAWEI. Perhaps because its fashion design and good price, after released to market, HUAWEI E5331 mobile 3G router soon becomes the new star in HUAWEI E5 family.

HUAWEI E5331 Mobile WiFi supports 3G UMTS 900/2100Mhz, and it seems it’s more apt for European area. Different from HUAWEI E586 and E560, it support maximum 8 users to share the network. And the operation icon is more simple, just one button on the front. There is no LED screen display, just 4 indicators with the power button. Perhaps the LED screen save the cost of HUAWEI E5331 Pocket WiFi.

Frankly speaking, HUAWEI E5331 is more powerful than HUAWEI E586, and price is much cheaper, we suppose it’s the chipset change. But we didn’t get any official information about this.

There is only one USB Slot at the side of E5331, which is to give power support to E5331. Below is the genera review of HUAWEI E5331 Pocket WiFi:

Highlights & Details

With up to 8 Wi-Fi enabled devices (and 1 device via USB 2.0) simultaneously to the Internet
Internet-/Intranetzugang mobile with up to 21.6 Mbit / s
Plug and Play Software Installation
For Windows ® XP (SP2 or later), Windows ® Vista SP2 (32/64), Windows ® 7 (32/64), Mac ® OS 10.5 or later, Linux Kernel2.6.18or later
MAC filtering, HTTP file sharing, DMZ, port forwarding and VPN
Lithium-polymer battery, 1500 mAh for 280h standby or 6 hours of use
SMS send and receive
LED display for battery level, network signal, wireless status and SMS
Controlled and configured via free “HUAWEI Mobile WiFi” app for Android ™ and iOS
Free for all SIM cards

Description:

With the mobile hotspot, your UMTS / HSPA connection for up to 8 Wi-Fi enabled devices by pressing a button can be achieved.

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Equipment

GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, 3G, HSPA, HSPA +
HSDPA: Max. 21.6 Mbit / s (download)
HSUPA max. 5.76 Mbit / s (upload)
2G (GSM) frequencies 850/900/1800/1900 MHz (Quad-band)
3G (UMTS) frequencies 900/2100 MHz (Dual Band)
WLAN 802.11 b / g / n (WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-AES).

Delivery

Huawei E5331
USB cable
Quick Guide

System Requirements

Windows XP SP2
WindowsVistaSP2 (32/64)
Windows 7 (32/64)
Mac OS X 10.5 or later
Kernel2.6.18or later

With HUAWEI E5331 Pocket WiFi Router, HUAWEI also released HUAWEI E355 Mobile 3G WiFi modem router which has the same functions as E5331. The main difference between E5331 and E355 is that E5331 has rechargeable battery but E355 needs external power input to keep it working. And for most of time, they could replace each other.