Best Small Portable Router to Use with GrapheneOS (No SIM Privacy Setup)

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Hi all,
I’m running a GrapheneOS phone with no SIM card, using VoIP (like MySudo or any recommendations are welcome) to make and receive calls/SMS over Wi-Fi. I avoid all cellular tracking or SIM-based threats (like silent SMS, SS7, or baseband exploits).

To stay connected securely while mobile, I’m looking for a portable, small travel router or hotspot device that:

  • Can tether to public Wi-Fi or have its own LTE/5G SIM (optional)
  • Supports VPN (ideally IVPN or OpenVPN/WireGuard)
  • Is compact, reliable, and works well with GrapheneOS over Wi-Fi

Does anyone have a recommendation for a secure, privacy-respecting portable router that pairs well with this kind of setup?

Thanks in advance!

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have you look at Gli.net travel routers ?:
GL.iNet Travel AC Router

They may run openwrt firmware.

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You may also want to look at the Calyx Institute internet membership if you don’t have an unlimited data plan yet, or are planning to replace your internet entirely. Otherwise, I recommend getting a separate travel router mentioned in the above reply.

The value is so good, even members of the RV and van-life community are using it for mobile internet. Cost is high up-front but it amounts to around 46 USD per month.

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Here is the list of hotspot models they offer: Hotspot models - Calyx Institute

Mifi X PRO 5G Hotspot

Released in November 2022, the Mifi X PRO 5G hotspot supports 5G connectivity, SRS Antenna Switching and 5G carrier aggregation (NRCA). It offers a 1 Gbps Ethernet port, USB-C port and Wi-Fi 6. The all-new proprietary battery preservation mode enables 24x7 use cases with AC power.

Franklin T10 4G Hotspot

The Franklin T10 is a small lightweight mobile hotspot that supports all possible T-Mobile bands.