Introduction

The appeal of remote work among Filipinos is undeniable — work-life balance, savings on transportation costs, and home-cooked meals are all perks of bringing your work outside the office. However, the setup poses its own unique challenges, including a lack of in-person communication, fluctuations in productivity, and connectivity issues. While employers can address some of these issues by fostering interpersonal relationships through periodic face-to-face meetings and providing perks to employees who perform well, addressing the issue of connectivity requires your cooperation. As remote workers, it’s an unspoken rule that you find ways to stay connected when you are on the clock.

That said, what if your fiber optic network suddenly fails, or you experience an outage? Enter DITO’s prepaid Home WoWFi kits. If you don’t have this plan now, it’s time to consider it so you can have a reliable backup internet in case of emergencies. This guide will help you weigh the advantages of each prepaid WiFi plan so you can choose the one that will suit your needs best.

Why Opt for Wireless Broadband Options Like DITO Home WoWFi? 

Wireless broadband devices are like a crossbreed of fiber optic networks and mobile data connectivity; it’s fast and reliable when you are within the service provider’s coverage area, and you don’t need a cable infrastructure to access it. While most employers prefer that their team use lines and cables for broadband, it isn’t prohibited to secure yourself a fixed wireless access (FWA) device to stay connected should there be disruptions with your primary internet connection.

Because of its advantages and relatively affordable price, as well as the increasing accessibility of 5G, wireless broadband is gradually becoming more popular for remote workers nationwide. That said, of all the options available, why opt for DITO’s Home WoWFi? The brief answer is that this prepaid home WiFi allows you to access fast and low-latency internet at reasonable price points. Not to mention that you have plenty of options to choose from. The following section explores the advantages of each WoWFi kit, so you can make an informed choice!

Which Prepaid Home WoWFi Plan Is Best for You 

DITO’s Home WoWFi kits come in four prepaid plans and one postpaid plan. For this guide, we are focusing on the prepaid options, namely: WoWFi Pro 365, WoWFi Lite, WoWFi Pro, and WoWFi Ultra.

All these plans come with a WoWFi SIM and a modem that you can activate in minutes. But the similarities end there. Below are the defining characteristics of each modem in relation to how it can help you with your online work setup.

Best for Testing the Waters

For when you want to get a feel of DITO’s prepaid home internet service without spending much, the WoWFi Lite is a good starter kit. It costs only ₱980, inclusive of the WoWFi modem, SIM, and 70 GB worth of 4G data. Note that the maximum speed for Lite is at 50 Mbps, so it’s really the reasonable option if you are trying DITO for the first time. However, note that if your job requires a faster internet speed, a higher-tier modem will be more effective for your testing. In such cases, you can instead opt for WoWFi Pro, which offers up to 100 Mbps speeds.

Best for Backup Purposes 

When backing up your internet connection for online-intensive tasks, such as long virtual meetings, consider the reliability and speed of your WoWFi kits. Faster speeds usually translate to reduced latency, a feature essential so you don’t botch crucial online moments, like when you are presenting a deck to a high-priority client or you are speaking to your team about an important company update. For these types of tasks, you cannot afford to experience lags, buffering, and other disruptions that might weaken how you communicate your message. As such, we recommend the WoWFi Pro, which offers up to 100 Mbps internet speed. Note that since it is just a backup for your more stable internet, you will need to be more practical with it, since you are still paying for your main network service.

If you trust DITO enough, or if you have proven its reliability in your area, you may also consider getting the WoWFi Pro 365. It’s similar to the Pro modem with its 100 Mbps maximum speed, but sets itself apart by giving users unlimited data access for 12 months, or a whole year of connectivity! Though this Pro variant is much pricier than the other tiers, the payment is one-time only.

Best for High Speed Internet  

5G technology enhances internet speeds, and by extension, improves your overall experience as a remote worker. High-speed connectivity means less waiting time and more things getting done, plus you may be less annoyed or agitated (let us admit it, a slow internet connection is frustrating). Because you are not worrying about download and upload speeds, you can focus on your core tasks and be more productive.

To experience high-speed prepaid wireless internet, it’s best to go for WoWFi Ultra. The modem is capable of speeds of up to 500 Mbps and comes with unlimited 5G access for the first 30 days. The initial purchase price is a little expensive, so you will need to adjust your budget accordingly. Also, make sure you are within a DITO network coverage area and you can access 5G to truly benefit from this tier.

Best for Flexible Payments 

You may have preferred a prepaid home WiFi service because you can be flexible with your budget, and that’s precisely what DITO thought of when it offered flexible loading options for its WoWFi kits. But while all prepaid WoWFi kits enable flexible payments, we recommend going for WoWFi Ultra. With this plan, not only can you get up to 500 Mbps speeds, but you can also choose between data-capped and unlimited load plans. A 25 GB data plan costs only ₱190 — not bad if you don’t use the internet much. We know of some subscribers who can stretch this data cap for months!

Conclusion 

Working from home is now much easier because of prepaid home internet, like DITO’s Home WoWFi kits. The key to maximizing the benefits of these wireless broadband plans is to carefully review their inclusions and select one that best suits your current and future needs. Start choosing your WoWFi kit now by visiting our eShop or DITO Experience Store!