Stay connected by WiFi during your vacation
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As we’re so accustomed to staying connected online everywhere we go, it would be almost too horrifying to be devoid of internet access while travelling. After all, how else are you supposed to give real-time updates to your friends on Instagram?
Sim cards might be more practical for solo travellers, but for those travelling in larger groups, it might be easier to get a portable router. Such routers can also support other devices such as cameras – thus allowing for almost instant phone-to-camera transfers so you can edit and upload your pictures on the go. Here’s where you can rent portable WiFi routers in Singapore for your next overseas trip.
1. Y5 Buddy
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Price: from $5/day
- Japan, South Korea, Taiwan: $5/day
- China, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, India, Philippines, Cambodia: $8/day
- Europe, Middle East, Australia, New Zealand, USA, South Africa: $12/day
Battery Life: 16 hours, max 5 devices
Collection and return:
- Collect from their office or arrange for delivery at $6 per way.
- Alternatively, self-collect and return the device to their office before 7pm on the stated return date.
Address: International Plaza, 10 Anson Rd #02-96A, Singapore 079903
Operating hours: Mon-Fri 11AM-7PM | Sat 11AM-2PM
Telephone: 9046 0569 / 6635 8680
Website
2. Klook
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Price: from $3.50/day
- South Korea, Taiwan: $3/day
- Australia: $8/day
- Europe: $9/day
Note: prices can vary based on the area you’re visiting. For example, a router for Tokyo costs $7/day while one for Nagoya or Kyoto would cost $4/day. Likewise, one for Taipei could go for as low as $2.20/day.
Battery life: 12 hours, max 5 devices
Collection and Return:
- Simply pick up and drop off your rental device at an office located in Central Singapore
- Alternatively, opt for the courier service and have your rental device delivered to your doorstep.
3. YourWifi
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If you have a preference on which model router, YourWifi carries a range of models including, ZTE, Softbank, Huawei, URoad and Tp Link.
Price: from $6/day
- Taiwan, Japan, South Korea: $6/day
- Australia: $22/day
- UK, USA: $19
Battery Life: 12 hours, max 5 devices
Collection and Return:
- Pick up the device from their office or arrange for delivery at $7 on weekdays and $10 on weekends.
- If you engage a courier service, there will be someone scheduling the return of the device. If not, you can return the device back to their office 1 business day from your arrival date.
Address: 6 Eu Tong Sen Street #07-10 Singapore 059817
Operating hours: Mon- Fri 9AM-6PM (Closed on Sat, Sun, PH)
Website
4. Roam Pass SG
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Price: From $5/day
- Taiwan, Japan, South Korea: $8/day
- Australia, UK, USA: $12/day
Battery Life: 12 hours, max 5 devices
Collection and return:
- Arrange for delivery to your preferred location in SG for $7.50
- Use the prepaid return courier service to self-arrange the return of the device 2 days after your trip, or organise a courier return at your own convenience.
Telephone: 62643880
Operating hours: Mon-Fri: 10AM-5PM
Website
5. Roaming Man
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Price: from $5/day
- Thailand Malaysia: $5/day
- Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea: $5/day
- Asia, Myanmar, Indonesia: $11/day
- Europe, South America, North America: $16/day
Battery life: 12 hours, max 4 devices
Collection and return:
- The device will come with a return label when delivered, simply attach the return label to a box containing the device and drop it of at SF Express within 2 business days from the last day of your rental period.
- Alternatively, you can arrange for self-return at the address below.
Address: 1 Park Road, People’s Park Complex, #04-18 Singapore 059108
Telephone: 66948588
Operating hours: Mon-Fri: 930AM-630PM
Website
6. Traveler Wifi
Price: from $5/day
- Japan, South Korea, Taiwan: $5/day
- Asia/Oceania region: $10/day
- Worldwide: Europe, South America, Africa: $12/day
Battery Life: 15 hours, max 5 devices
Collection and return:
- Self-collection can be done via their service counters or online booking.
- Alternatively, you can request for 2-way delivery and collection at a $15 delivery charge.
- The device should be returned 1 day after rental end date at their service counters.
Note: Upon rental, there will be $200 refundable cash deposit collected, or credit card authorisation consent with no upfront credit charge.
7. Changi Recommends WiFi
Price: From $5/day
- Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: $5/day
- Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia: $8/day
- Europe, Australia, USA, Canada: $12/day
Battery Life: 6 hours,max 6 devices
Collection and Return:
- Call/Whatsapp/Email them to reserve your router
- Collect the router at indicated Changi Recommends booth on the day of departure
- Return the device back to the Changi Recommends booth
- Make payment via credit card or cash
Telephone: 67011185
Operation hours: 24hours
Whatsapp for general enquiries: 91341516
Rent a portable WiFi router to make travelling easier
If map reading isn’t a skill you have, having a portable WiFi router on hand will give you easy access to Google Maps. And you’ll also be able to conduct Instagram Live sessions to share your travelling experiences with friends back home.
Whatever the case, having a good internet connection is a must these days, so unless you’re looking for a complete social detox, renting a portable router will make your travel experience more convenient.