Recommended GSM Modems and GSM Phones for SMS messaging

This webpage lists the GSM modems you can use with our SMS software products. The officially recommended models can be purchased directly from Ozeki. They are good options if you wish to build a reliable SMS solution. If you have never attached a GSM modem to a server computer it is recommended to read the "How to attach a Wavecom modem for SMS messaging to your server computer" guide. If you already have a GSM modem and you wish to find out how you can send and receive SMS messages with it, read the "How to create the software configuration for a GSM modem for SMS messaging" guide.

Officially recommended modems for Ozeki NG SMS Gateway We install these models at locations where our engineers deploy the system. They are very reliable and are excellent choices for SMS messaging.
Sierra Sierra Wireless Fastrack Xtend FXT009 This programmable gateway offers quad-band GPRS connectivity in a ruggedized, plug-and-play form factor. It features an open-standard expansion card interface, enabling you to add additional IO connectivity or features like GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee and more. View ozeki data sheet
Siemens Siemens TC65/MC65 A Quad-band 850/900/1800/1900 Mhz, reliable GSM/GPRS modem. View ozeki data sheet
Wavecom Fastrack Supreme 10/20 features an open-standard expansion card interface, enabling you to add additional IO connectivity or features like GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee and more.
Maestro Maestro 100 Dualband GSM 900/1800 Mhz GSM/GPRS Modem View ozeki data sheet
Huawei Huawei E220 This is a HSDPA USB Modem. It can be purchased as a modem for Internet connectivity at almost every GSM service provider. It can be used for SMS messaging. Hint: To configure it, you must close the Internet connectivity application, that comes with the modem (e.g: Vodafone Internet Connection Manager).
Other GSM Modems, that can be used These models were reported by our customers as reliable devices, to be used with Ozeki NG SMS Gateway. Some of them were tested by our engineers as well.
Wavecom Wavecom Fastrack M1206B/M1306B A reliable dualband GSM 900/1800 Mhz model. Excellent option for SMS and MMS transfers. View ozeki data sheet
Maestro Maestro 20 Dualband GSM 900/1800 Mhz GSM Modem View ozeki data sheet
Siemens Siemens MC35 A reliable dualband GSM 900/1800 Mhz GSM Modem. View ozeki data sheet
Nokia Nokia 30/32 The Nokia 30 and the Nokia 32 GSM modems can be used to send and receive SMS messages, but are not the best options. Based on our tests they are not as reliable as other models.
Multitech MultiModem? GPRS MTCBA-G-F2, MTCBA-G-F4 The MultiModem? GPRS wireless modem offers standards-based GSM/GPRS Class 10 performance. https://www.multitech.com/products/product-selector
Itegno iTegno WM1080A/ WM1080A1I / WM1080A1E GSM Modem iTegno WM1080A GSM modem series http://www.itegno.com/products_gsm.html
Itegno iTegno 3898 iTegno 3898 PCMCIA GPRS Modem- your perfect wireless access solution. http://www.itegno.com/products_pcmcia.html
Itegno iTegno 3000 iTegno 3000 is an ideal companion for mobile professionals with its light weight, portable size, embedded antenna and low power consumption. http://www.itegno.com/products.html
Itegno iTegno 3232E / 3232I iTegno 3232E and 3232I are Class 10 RS-232 modems widely adopted by corporate and industrial users. http://www.itegno.com/products_gprs.html
Falcom Falcom Twist FALCOM TWIST-USB mdem. http://www.falcom.de/
Falcom Falcom TANGO55/56 TANGO55/56 - Tri Band GSM/GPRS terminal for industrial applications. http://www.falcom.de/products/modems/tango55/
Enfora SA-EL (850/900/1800/1900) GSM/GPRS and EDGE Platform The SA-EL is a GSM/GPRS and EDGE standalone modem with a USB interface and 5 Vdc input (powered via USB).
Enfora SA-G (850/900/1800/1900) GSM/GPRS Platform The SA-G is a GSM/GPRS standalone modem with an RS-232 interface, 5-30 Vdc input and programmable I/O.
Enfora SA-GL (850/900/1800/1900) GSM/GPRS Platform The SA-GL is a GSM/GPRS standalone modem with an RS-232 interface and 5 Vdc input.
Sierra Sierra USB 306 modem Sierra USB 306 is a standalone wireless modem with a USB interface and ensures top speeds up to 21 Mbps download and up to 5.76 Mbps upload for both Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X users. It is available in USA.
Novatel Novatel Wireless U998 Novatel Wireless U998 is standalone wireless modem with speed up to 21 Mbps with a USB interface. It is available in USA. https://support.bell.ca/mobility/products/novatel_wireless_u998_turbo_stick_4g#INT=Search_SearchResults_TitleLink
Standard GSM phones for SMS messaging There is a good chance, that if you purchase any mobile handset that comes with a data cable, it can also be used for SMS messaging. Most GSM handsets contain a built in modem that provides this functionality.