Even under sustained or heavy use, the M7 only became mildly warm and avoided uncomfortable heat.
Pros: eSIM flexibility, cellular connectivity
Cons: interface responsiveness, Ethernet port count
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Passive cooling and generous ventilation kept the nodes only slightly warm, with no fan noise reported.
Pros: value for money, design and appearance
Cons: node pairing ease, outdoor coverage
Thermals are generally controlled, with some units becoming warm but not concerning and fan controls available in software. Reports differ on whether the fan runs often, but noise is described...
Pros: VPN client support, value for money
Cons: 6 GHz performance, USB storage sharing
Thermal results are mixed across tests: one measured a very cool fanless chassis, while another noticed meaningful heat under load.
Pros: telephony features, value for money
Cons: LAN port speed, wall-mounting support