Cheap wifi solution

Hi, this doesn't answer your question, but it might perhaps give you something else to consider when making your decision...

If you plan to leave the property empty for periods of time it might be an idea to install CCTV. It can be done really cheaply now; basic four camera systems cost about £150 and are pretty easy to install, just locate the head unit near the router and track the cables to the cameras.

Or, use an IP system, where the cameras connect to the head unit via wifi or ethernet cables via powerlines plugged into wall sockets. This sort of system costs a bit more, but means cameras can be located more or less anywhere.

If you then go for always-on wifi you can connect the CCTV system to it and be able to log in and check the property from anywhere in the world with internet. Cameras can also be set up to send you an email if motion is detected. So, you can turn them off when you are there, and turn them on when away and get notified of any movement. 

I use such a system, with cameras set up to check for movement, not just human, I've cameras in various places to check for water leaks etc. If a leak occurs I get a notification.

Cameras can be set to auto reboot every 12, 24, 36hrs etc. so even if one freezes (happens) you only lose a few hours of coverage.

This, of course, requires an always-on year-round internet connection, but for peace of mind and the additional security, it's may be worth considering.

Thanks Grahame, very helpful

Thanks,  it is a good point and have been considering it.  I’m going to see what I can get on an on/off service but may well go for a monthly service and then get Cameras in. Thanks

We live beachside in La Zenia and would be be wary of the claims of many of the internet providers. La Zenia is a notorious blackspot for internet reception. We tried various options before settling on Eurona that uses the 4G Mobile Phone signal, costs around 33€ a month but provides a reliable signal. Try the mobile phone shop near the Cabo Roig N332 roundabout at the start of Cabo Roig Strip.

Thank you for this advice,  I will do

Hi Pete

yes I have.  I have 20gb per month and and my wife has the same.  I did set up the TV with Netflix, Now TV ITV hub etc. Using the hotspot on my phone, but not watched anything on it yet.  I understand Netflix can use up to 7gb per hour on HD and 3gb per hour on non HD. So this is an obvious cheap option.  Thanks

Hi Pete

I am with Vodafone and my data is capped at 25gb in spain and it does work on hotspot out here.  My wife is on EE and that is capped at 50gb in spain (worth knowing if you go to spain a lot and looking around for a new contract). need to check hotspot though thanks 

We use tv horrada  there doing a deal at the moment 99p for 3 months then 29.99 a month that gives you tv and internet as we also have security cameras in place which we brought from england and put them up