: Netgear Nighthawk M7 Pro ($449.99)

While most smartphones can act as hotspots, dedicated devices offer several advantages: Portable WiFi vs Mobile Phone Tethering? - Netgear

: Covers 135+ countries without needing local SIM cards and doubles as a power bank. Includes a "lifetime data" policy of 1GB/month. Hotspot vs. Phone Tethering

: Most well-rounded option with high-speed 5G, Wi-Fi 6 for up to 32 devices, and flexible, affordable data plans ($10–$30/month).