Mobile Broadband Device Pricing
Current market data for 11,776 mobile broadband devices shows a median price of 50.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in Sprint and Virgin Mobile devices, which show price drops of -50% and -56% respectively. Conversely, Unlocked devices command a premium with a +37% price increase.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by carrier
Why? Unlocked devices are the most expensive at 68.47, while Virgin Mobile is the cheapest at 22.
Price by brand
Why? NETGEAR leads in price at 73.47, whereas NovAtel is the lowest at 23.05.
Price by cellular network technology
Why? LTE is the standard at 50, while legacy 2G devices have dropped to 25.52.
Price by features
Why? VPN Capabilities drive the highest cost at 89.39, while Gaming features are lower at 49.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used mobile broadband devices?
New devices have a median price of 59.99, while used devices are slightly lower at 49.99.
Which brand is the most expensive on the market?
NETGEAR is the most expensive brand with a median price of 73.47.
How does network technology affect the price?
LTE devices have a median price of 50, while 3G devices are cheaper at 27.75.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $15–$250, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 9, 2026.