Quick Answer
A booster only works on the bands it supports. Confirm the band numbers used by each target operator, then match them to the host frequency range. Do not choose a model by the “4G/5G” label alone.
Common LTE and 5G bands
The table below is a planning reference, not a country database. Operators may use different bands in different regions, and a band number alone does not confirm that a specific model is approved or optimal for that market.
| Band | Approx. frequency | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| B1 | 2100 MHz | LTE / UMTS capacity layer |
| B3 | 1800 MHz | LTE coverage and capacity |
| B7 | 2600 MHz | LTE capacity |
| B8 | 900 MHz | LTE / GSM coverage |
| B20 | 800 MHz | LTE coverage |
| B28 | 700 MHz | LTE wide-area coverage |
| n78 | 3.5 GHz | 5G capacity, where deployed |
This table is indicative only. Confirm the exact uplink and downlink ranges, bandwidth and operator plan before ordering.
How to collect the bands for a project
Start with the operator’s published coverage plan or a local RF engineer. On site, record the band from the phone’s engineering screen at the proposed donor position. If multiple operators must be covered, collect each one separately.
- Country and city of the project.
- Each operator that must be covered.
- Band number and frequency range used by each operator.
- Whether 2G, 3G, 4G or 5G must be included.
- Any local type-approval or import requirement.
What we need to match a model
Send the country, operator, band numbers, required technologies and the site type. We can then shortlist host models and confirm whether the frequency range is configurable. Local approval status must be confirmed separately; we do not claim approvals that are not documented.
If the bands are not yet known, start with the measurement guide and collect the band and cell ID at the proposed donor position. A band plan based on assumptions is a common cause of a booster that looks correct but covers only part of the network.
Book a remote diagnosis
Share the site conditions and we will reply with a preliminary assessment and the measurements still needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one booster model cover every country?
Not automatically. The host must cover the bands used by the target operators, and local approval requirements may differ. Confirm both before ordering.
Do I need 5G support now?
Only if 5G is deployed on the bands you need to cover. Many projects still rely on 4G for voice and data. Confirm the operator’s current and planned layers before paying for extra bands.
How do I find the band on my phone?
Use the phone’s engineering screen or a network measurement app that reports band/EARFCN and cell ID. Record the reading at the proposed donor position, not only indoors.