What is the main difference between SigFox and LoRa?

LoRa is a spread-spectrum technology with a wider band (usually 125 kHz or more). Its frequency-modulated chirp utilizes coding gain for increased receiver sensitivity. LoRaWAN looks at a wider amount of spectrum than SigFox (and thus gets more interference).

What is the difference between LoRa and LoRaWAN?

LoRa, is the physical layer or the (wireless) modulization which creates the long range communication link. LoRaWAN is about the communication protocol and system architecture for the network as the LoRa Alliance puts it.

What is the difference between LoRa and ZigBee?

The main difference is that, while Zigbee is a short-range IoT protocol aimed at connecting a number of devices in close proximity, LoRa focuses on wide-area networks. LoRa is the preferred choice for deploying a large number of non-critical sensors and control devices in large areas.

What is the difference between LoRa and NB-IoT?

LoRaWAN is a low power IoT protocol that comprises the LoRa radio technology, allowing for an open, reliable, and economical network deployment. By contrast, NB-IoT is a licensed LTE radio technology offering low latency and strong security at a steeper price point.

What is a SigFox device?

Sigfox is an inexpensive, reliable, low-power solution to connect sensors and devices. The Sigfox protocol focuses on: Autonomy. Extremely low energy consumption, allowing years of battery life.

What is Sigfox technology?

Sigfox offers a software based communications solution, where all the network and computing complexity is managed in the Cloud, rather than on the devices. All that together, it drastically reduces energy consumption and costs of connected devices.

What is the difference between the SX1276 and SX1278?

The frequency of SX1276 module is 868MHz and 915MHz frequency band, mainly for use in Europe and North America. The frequency of SX1278 module is 433MHz and 470MHz frequency band, mainly for China, Southeast Asia, South America and Eastern Europe.

What is the difference between Zigbee and XBee?

XBee is a family of radio modules and is a registered trademark of Digi International. Zigbee is a wireless communications protocol and a registered trademark of the Zigbee Alliance. Many people confuse these two names because both are involved in radio networking and have “Bee” in their branding.

What is NB-IoT technology?

NB-IoT (Narrowband-IoT) is a narrowband radio technology for M2M and Internet of Things (IoT) devices and applications requiring wireless transmission over a more extended range at a relatively low cost and using little power for long battery lives.

Where is Sigfox used?

Areas where the SigFox network may be used include: Home and consumer goods. Energy related communications – in particular smart metering. Healthcare – in particular the mHealth applications that are starting to be developed.