Good morning. It’s まさきん.
Have you ever worried about how much data you use when you are out and about? I looked into Rakuten Mobile’s “Rakuten Mobile WiFi by Econnect.”
Overview of the Option
It costs 398 yen per month. If you are signing up for the first time, you get 1 month free.
The service gives you high-speed internet at more than 100,000 spots across Japan, including train stations, restaurants, and hotels. Apparently you can use it from a PC as well.
Features That Look Handy
With the dedicated app called “Gigazo,” your device connects automatically at supported spots. User authentication is handled automatically too. If you register the stations you use often or your favorite cafés in advance, you will connect to Wi-Fi automatically just by getting close.
You can easily search for supported spots on the map in the app. The number of available spots is apparently being expanded step by step.
It supports high-speed connections of up to 300Mbps. Your data usage is also shown separately for data roaming and Wi-Fi use. That makes it easier to keep track of your data, which I think is a small but genuinely helpful touch.
Clicking this opens the Rakuten login page. Once you log in, you’ll see the campaign details.
Who This Seems Good For
It seems like a particularly good fit for anyone who finds it a hassle to set up a public Wi-Fi connection every time. It saves you from manually picking a network and typing in a password.
It is also recommended for people who use the internet a lot while out, and for those who make voice calls through apps to save on call charges.
Who It Suits and Who It Does Not
- Good for: People who use the internet a lot while out. People who find connecting to public Wi-Fi a hassle
- Not ideal for: People who spend most of their time at home or in the office and barely use data while out
Summary
“Rakuten Mobile WiFi by Econnect” is an option that lets you use Wi-Fi spots nationwide for 398 yen per month. If you want to save on mobile data, it seems worth considering.
If you are thinking about upgrading your home internet setup, check out Rakuten Turbo as well.
For details on supported spots, I think the most reliable way is to check through the app on the official site.
Clicking this opens the Rakuten login page. Once you log in, you’ll see the campaign details.
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