Radio (low frequency) vs. Wi-Fi (high frequency)

The differences between frequencies

Ultimately low-frequency radio waves display low signal attenuation, making them suitable for long-distance communications, whereas high-frequency radio waves tend to display high signal attenuation and is suitable for short-distance communications. Both are affected by obstacles such as walls and other matching radio frequencies, therefore you have a better chance of reaching the distances you need using low-frequency radio technology. It’s also worth mentioning that Wi-Fi units can be vulnerable to connection issues. When the connection is lost from the Wi-Fi router, then the transmitter battery power will be drained trying to re-establish a connection to the router.

Benefits of Independent Radio

• Radio frequencies can be unique so not to interfere with other wireless equipment.
• Using a separate radio frequency does not interfere with existing Wi-Fi bandwidth.
• The use of a unique radio frequency for a system reduces the need for IT involvement.
• Independent low-frequency radio technology often means that the use of additional equipment such as repeaters is kept to a minimum.
• Radio does not require an existing wireless system.
• Usually, these independent wireless systems will not be affected by power failures.

Benefits of Wi-Fi

• Wi-Fi is usually a cheap option.
• Wi-Fi is ideal for those that have short-range requirements.

Always ask for a signal strength test

Typical wireless systems using independent radio technology have wireless radio ranges of around 100 meters; whereas Hanwell wireless technology using?Hanwell Pro?or?Hanwell IceSpy?line of sight can reach up to 3,500 meters.

We recommend that you always ask for a long-range signal strength test before you purchase your wireless system, we can guarantee ours to be unrivalled.