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Soracom

Soracom provides a comprehensive platform for global IoT connectivity, integrating cellular, satellite, and cloud technologies.

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Our verdict

Who it's for

Global cellular and satellite IoT connectivity with cloud integration and AI capabilities.

Who should look elsewhere

Satellite connectivity is not suitable for high-bandwidth applications like video streaming or broadband failover.

Pros

  • +Exceptional coverage in rural and remote areas through multicarrier and satellite options.
  • +Simplified billing and management with a single SIM and platform for hybrid networks.
  • +Enhanced security features for private and secure data transmission.
  • +Flexible and scalable pricing model without minimums or long-term contracts.
  • +Reduces overhead and simplifies device onboarding with robust backend tools.

Cons

  • −Satellite connectivity is not suitable for high-bandwidth applications like video streaming or broadband failover.
  • −Requires compatible radio modules for satellite integration.
  • −Optimized for small, periodic data payloads, which may not suit all IoT use cases.

Key features

  • ✓Multicarrier cellular coverage
  • ✓Automatic failover between carriers
  • ✓Satellite connectivity (3GPP Release-17 NB-NTN compatible)
  • ✓Unified SIM for cellular and satellite
  • ✓Over-the-air satellite activation via Subscription Container
  • ✓Direct cloud integration (AWS, Azure)
  • ✓Secure private networking (VPG, Canal, Door)
  • ✓Transparent, pay-as-you-go pricing

Pricing

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