Choose the Right LoRaWAN Field Tester for Your Needs
Field Tester Pad
The Ultimate Field Testing Tool
For professional installers & network engineers
- Large screen for easy operation & location tagging
- Supports Uplink & Downlink testing (first in the industry)
- Heatmap generation for comprehensive network visualization
- Built-in local storage for offline analysis
- Smart UI with packet loss alerts & gateway optimization insights
Field Tester Plus
Essential for Reliable Network Deployment
For solution providers & IoT professionals
- Supports real-time signal monitoring (RSSI, SNR, packet loss)
- Network performance evaluation with standardized testing
- Compact & durable for indoor and outdoor use
- Compatible with Chirpstack, AWS IoT, TTN, and more
Signal Meter
Quick & Affordable Network Testing
For hobbyists & entry-level installers
- Instant signal strength check
- Lightweight & easy to use
- Open-source, allowing customization
- Supports LoRa P2P mode – ideal for simple range tests between devices
Feature Comparison: Field Tester Pad vs Plus vs Signal Meter
Field Tester Pad
Field Tester Plus
Signal Meter
Field Tester Plus shows downlink on-screen but doesn’t log it. For downlink in reports, use Field Tester Pad (Coming Soon).
Field Tester Pad & Field Tester Plus: Core Features
Real-Time Performance Monitoring
Measure RSSI, SNR, packet loss instantly
Network Performance Evaluation
Detect weak spots, interference & coverage gaps
Easy Location Tagging
Save test points for structured reporting
Seamless Integration
Works with Chirpstack, AWS IoT, TTN, and RAK NS
Durable & Portable
Designed for both indoor & outdoor field testing
Why Is the Field Tester Pad the Best?
LoRaWAN networks are mostly uplink-driven, but downlink is essential for control tasks. Field Tester Pad is the first tool to test both:
- Uplink = how well the gateway hears the device
- Downlink = how well the device hears the gateway
Get a full, realistic picture of your network's health.
How It Works: Field Test Extension for Indoor & Outdoor Mapping
The Field Test Extension enables Field Tester Pad & Plus to perform accurate indoor & outdoor coverage mapping.
Field Tester Pad / Field Tester Plus
Test uplink & downlink coverage in real-time.
RAK Gateway with Field Test Extension
Collect, decode, and process test data.
Data Forwarding to Platforms
Integrates with Chirpstack, TTN, AWS IoT, RAK NS, etc.Multiple Ways to Access & Analyze Data
On-Screen Display
View results instantly on the device.
Local Storage
Save test data for offline analysis.
Cloud Integration
Forward data to any supported dashboard for remote access.
Typical Test Scenarios
Outdoor Testing
Enable GNSS to track device location and log coordinates with each test. If location is not fixed, defaults to Lat 0 / Long 0.
Indoor Testing
Disable GNSS to avoid errors. Ideal for warehouses, factories, and buildings. Logs are saved without coordinates.
Outdoor Testing
Enable GNSS to track device location and log coordinates with each test. If location is not fixed, defaults to Lat 0 / Long 0.
Indoor Testing
Disable GNSS to avoid errors. Ideal for warehouses, factories, and buildings. Logs are saved without coordinates.
Network Modes
LinkCheck Mode
Use when no backend server is connected. Quickly check signal quality and gateway coverage.
FieldTester Mode
Use when the backend server is available. Offers detailed test data including packet loss, RSSI, and SNR.
LoRa P2P Mode
(Only supported by Signal Meter)
Basic signal test to confirm reachability between two LoRa P2P devices.
Why Choose Field Tester Solution?
Industry-First Uplink & Downlink Testing
Ensures complete network evaluation
Comprehensive Packet Testing
50 packets per test for more reliable insights
Smart UI with Network Insights
Get real-time alerts & gateway recommendations
Heatmaps for Professional Reporting
Only available on Field Tester Pad
Seamless Integration
Works with all major LoRaWAN platforms
Scalable & Versatile
Suitable for large-scale deployments & small installations
Start optimizing your LoRaWAN network today
with the Field Tester Solution!
Start optimizing your LoRaWAN network today with the Field Tester Solution!