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Your main options for internet in your RV are:

Each option uses different types of technologies and each one works best for specific situations. We’ll do a deep dive into each one so you can find out which is right for you.

Campground Wi-Fi is an internet option that some campgrounds offer on site. Usually providers, like Camplink, will install everything the park needs to provide internet. There may be free and/or paid options. Watch out though - parks often advertise Wi-Fi, only for you to find out that it’s just available at the office or clubhouse. So if you’re relying on the internet at the campground or RV park, you’ll want to be sure to ask what they offer so you know what to expect.

The local internet provider supplies internet to an area within the park. Then the internet is distributed across the park using either fiber-optic cable, or wirelessly using wireless bridges and access points. Ultimately, the internet can only be as good as the feed going into the park.  Many parks in rural areas still rely on low bandwidth DSL options so the speeds and reliability of Campground Wi-Fi vary from park to park.

Can range from free to $10 per day. Free options are typically only available at the office or clubhouse and the price can increase if you’re looking for streaming and video conferencing capabilities.

Campground Wi-Fi can be a great option for people taking weekend trips in their RV and just need internet so they can check email or social media. However, if you need a longer-term solution or higher speed or network reliability you may want to look elsewhere.

Most cell carriers offer “hotspots” and “tethering” that allow you to connect devices to the internet. They work in a pinch but are costly and only provide limited data. Before we dive in, let’s talk about the difference between hotspots and tethering.

You can purchase mobile hotspots with data plans from your cellular carrier.

Hotspots are a great option for people who need reliable internet in a pinch. However, the device costs and limited data plans can make this option less attractive. You can often get the same network reliability with more flexibility using travel internet.

Hotspots and tethering generally offer fast, reliable, stable internet but aren’t meant for heavy usage.

Satellite internet is getting more popular every day. There are multiple options satellite options for RV but we are going to primarily focus on our experience with Starlink.

A dish is installed to your RV that points to the sky and connects back over to a satellite in space.

Satellite internet is a great option for those who often find themselves in remote areas where cell coverage is poor.

If the cellular coverage in your area is strong, it is tough to justify the price tag for satellite. While speeds are solid and reliable, they alone aren’t worth the price if other options are available.

Travel Internet Providers can usually run on the same networks as the large cellular carriers. Because these providers work specifically with certain types of users, in this case RVers, they can often offer plans that fit your specific needs. CamplinkGO offers travel internet designed specifically for RVers. We’ll break down how Travel Internet works for RVs in general and then provide a longer explanation about why we think CamplinkGO is the America’s Best RV Internet below.

This mostly uses the same technology used for hotspots and tethering. Different Travel Internet Providers might use different pieces of equipment but all connect to the internet using cellular networks.

Travel internet can be a great option for people who spend extended amounts of time in their RV. You get more reliability than Campground Wi-Fi, more data and flexibility than hotspots and tethering, all for a fraction of the cost of satellite internet.

CamplinkGO was specifically designed with RVers in mind. Our monthly and daily plans allow you to stay connected when you need it and avoid costs when you don’t. Plus getting started is less than half the cost of other travel internet providers.

We use the same networks as the major cellular carriers in the country. The Wi-Fi 6 router included in your CamplinkGO membership can handle anything you can throw at it and device insurance is automatically included so you can sleep easy knowing that your gear is protected.

 CamplinkGO is the perfect option for either RVers who are in areas where cell coverage is available. The flexibility that the daily and monthly plans provide is unmatched and you get benefits that no other Travel Internet provider offers such as device insurance.

CamplinkGO offers more secure, reliable, and fast connections than you can get with Campground Wi-Fi. 

Carriers often brag about speeds or data they can deliver but never really explain what that even means. Simply put, “data” refers to the amount of stuff you’re pulling through the internet and “bandwidth” is how fast that stuff can move. 

The average American household uses just over 500GB of data per month. That’s considering a family of four working from home, streaming their shows and music, playing games, etc. RVers tend to use much less data and often use between 300-400GB of data per month

You can see that a little speed goes a long way for most activities. So, while advertised speeds can be one way to compare different options, it doesn’t tell the whole story. Sure, a Ferrari is going to go faster than a Toyota Corolla, but if you’re going to the grocery store that extra speed probably doesn’t do much for you.

Ultimately, the best RV Internet Option is going to depend on several factors such as your location, what you’ll use the internet for, and whether cell coverage is available. In most cases, CamplinkGO offers the best combination of affordability, reliability, and speed. Satellite options may also work well if you are somewhere without cell coverage and you’re willing to spend the extra money.