Let me start by saying this little gadget has been both a lifesaver and a frustration during my travels. The compact size is perfect - it literally fits in my pocket alongside my phone. I've used it in cafes, airports, and even on trains where public WiFi was sketchy.
The speed? When it works, it's glorious. I've streamed Netflix on my tablet while my partner video called home on her laptop - both connected simultaneously without buffering. The color screen is a nice touch showing signal strength and data usage clearly.
But here's the rub - the connection can be temperamental. Some days it's lightning fast (I did get close to 200Mbps in central London), other times it drops randomly. The 'up to 10 devices' claim? Technically true, but performance degrades noticeably after 5-6 connections.
The USB powering is convenient (I often use a power bank), but the lack of built-in battery means you're always tethered to a power source. And yes, setup is plug-and-play simple... when it recognizes your SIM card properly.
Would I recommend it? With reservations. It's saved me multiple times when I needed reliable internet on the go, but temper your expectations - this isn't enterprise-grade equipment.