LoRaWAN/Sigfox/NB-IoT

LoRaWAN, Sigfox & NB-IoT – Your Reliable LPWAN Connectivity Options

In today’s connected world, many IoT devices operate in remote or hard-to-reach locations. Low-power, long-range, and cost-effective communication technologies like LoRaWAN, Sigfox, and NB‑IoT offer different advantages depending on the use case.

Technologies compared

LoRaWAN is an open standard with long range (urban to rural) and low power consumption. It is ideal for private or closed networks, for example sensor data collection in industry and agriculture, without recurring subscription costs.

Sigfox uses ultra-narrowband technology on licence-free spectrum and is extremely energy-efficient. Ideal for simple status messages (e.g. fill level, presence) that require minimal data.

NB-IoT - a licensed cellular standard - combines strong building penetration, reliable transmission and good energy efficiency. Particularly suited to smart metering or asset tracking where network quality is the priority.

Energy efficiency: Sigfox > LoRaWAN > NB-IoT
Data rate: NB-IoT > LoRaWAN > Sigfox
Cost: LoRaWAN typically without recurring fees, Sigfox & NB-IoT with subscription/SIM models

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What are the main differences between LoRaWAN, Sigfox and NB-IoT?

LoRaWAN offers open private networks with long range and high flexibility. Sigfox is extremely energy-efficient, with very small data payloads. NB-IoT uses licensed cellular networks for the best building penetration and stable performance.

Which technology is the most energy-efficient?

Sigfox is the most economical - ideal for infrequent, short status messages. LoRaWAN is close behind and enables battery life of several years. NB-IoT consumes more energy but remains well suited to many applications.

How do the data rates of the three LPWAN technologies compare?

Sigfox transmits very slowly (~100 bit/s), LoRaWAN achieves up to 50 kb/s, NB-IoT up to 250 kb/s. The latter is particularly suited to more data-intensive applications that still require energy efficiency.

Are there fees for Sigfox or NB-IoT?

Yes. Both Sigfox and NB-IoT require a contracted network connection. With LoRaWAN, private networks are possible without monthly costs - ideal if you run your own infrastructure.

Which technology is most reliable in areas with poor reception?

NB-IoT stands out with excellent building penetration thanks to cellular frequencies and network coverage. LoRaWAN and Sigfox also perform well - provided there is sufficient gateway coverage within range.

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