If you've ever tried to squeeze reliable cellular connectivity into a vending machine, a smart city cabinet, or a piece of industrial equipment with barely any spare room, you know the problem: most LTE routers are either too bulky, too limited, or too fragile for the job. MikroTik's answer is the KNOT EG25-G&KNe, a compact LTE Cat4 gateway that packs PoE-in, GNSS, Bluetooth 5.4 and eSIM support into a footprint small enough for the tightest industrial cabinet.
Below, we break down what this device actually offers, who it's built for, and why it's quickly becoming a go-to choice for integrators and IoT system builders across Australia.
What Is the MikroTik KNOT EG25-G&KNe?
The KNOT EG25-G&KNe is part of MikroTik's KNOT series — a lineup of small-form-factor industrial gateways designed for automation, telemetry, and remote monitoring. Running on RouterOS v7, it brings MikroTik's full networking stack (routing, firewall, VPN, remote management) into a device barely bigger than a deck of cards, built to survive in environments where space is tight and reliability is non-negotiable.
Unlike consumer LTE routers, this is a DIN-rail-mountable, industrial-grade gateway rated for operating temperatures from -40°C to +70°C, making it suitable for outdoor cabinets, unheated enclosures, and harsh industrial settings.
Key Features That Set It Apart
LTE Cat4 Connectivity with Global Fallback
The device delivers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and uploads up to 50 Mbps over LTE, with automatic fallback to 3G and 2G networks. That means it keeps working even in areas with patchy LTE coverage — a critical feature for remote or regional deployments.
PoE-in and USB-C Power Flexibility
One of the standout design choices is dual power input: 802.3af/at PoE-in (12–57V) and USB-C (5V). This lets installers run a single Ethernet cable for both power and data, dramatically simplifying cabling in kiosks, cabinets, and hard-to-reach mounting locations.
Bluetooth 5.4 for Sensor and Beacon Integration
With built-in Bluetooth 5.4, including Long Range Bluetooth and Extended Advertising support, the KNOT EG25-G&KNe can talk directly to MikroTik Bluetooth tags and other BLE sensors. That makes it a natural fit for gathering telemetry from distributed sensors without needing a separate BLE hub.
GNSS for Location-Aware Applications
An integrated GNSS receiver (with an SMA antenna connector) enables accurate location tracking, which is essential for vehicle telemetry, mobile asset tracking, and any application where knowing where the data came from matters as much as the data itself.
Flexible SIM Options
The device supports both Nano SIM and eSIM, giving integrators flexibility to provision devices remotely or switch carriers without physical SIM swaps — a major advantage for large-scale or geographically distributed rollouts.
Where the KNOT EG25-G&KNe Fits Best
Because it's small, industrially rated, and loaded with connectivity options, this gateway suits a wide range of real-world deployments, including:
- Smart city infrastructure — parking sensors, environmental monitoring, and smart metering
- Vending and coffee machine monitoring — remote telemetry without running fixed internet lines
- Industrial automation cabinets — reliable LTE backup or primary connectivity
- Vehicle and asset tracking — combining LTE with GNSS for accurate location data
- Retail kiosks and digital signage — compact, low-power connectivity for unattended devices
- LTE backup links — adding cellular failover to existing Ethernet-connected equipment
- BLE sensor gateways — collecting data from distributed Bluetooth sensors and beacons
Why Choose the KNOT EG25-G&KNe Over a Standard LTE Router
- Standard consumer or SOHO LTE routers weren't designed for industrial deployment. They typically lack PoE-in, GNSS, DIN-rail mounting, or the extended temperature tolerance needed for outdoor cabinets. The KNOT EG25-G&KNe solves all of these at once, while still giving you the full power of RouterOS for routing, firewalling, and VPN configuration — meaning you're not sacrificing networking capability for compact size.
- The MikroTik KNOT EG25-G&KNe is a purpose-built solution for anyone deploying IoT or automation systems where space, power flexibility, and reliable cellular connectivity all matter at once. Whether you're building smart city infrastructure, monitoring remote assets, or adding LTE backup to an existing network, this compact gateway delivers enterprise-grade networking in an industrial-ready package.
Ready to deploy? The MikroTik KNOT EG25-G&KNe LTE4 Global IoT Gateway is available now at Wireless Professional Solutions, along with compatible PoE injectors, antennas, and accessories to complete your setup.