The Teltonika Platform

One operating system across the entire range

KeySIM provides the IoT SIM connectivity whilst Solwise supplies the Teltonika hardware. Solwise can supply routers fully configured and ready for deployment, including VPN settings, firewall rules, SIM switch rules, private IP configurations, Ping Reboot settings and customer-specific requirements.

One of the reasons we frequently recommend Teltonika equipment is the consistency of the platform. With the exception of the ALTOS range, all of the routers featured on this page run the same RutOS operating system.

Once an engineer becomes familiar with one Teltonika router, they are largely familiar with all of them. Whether managing a RUT200, RUT361, RUT901, RUTX12 or RUTX50, the menus, VPN functionality, firewall controls, remote access options, monitoring tools and recovery features remain remarkably consistent. This significantly reduces training requirements and makes managing large estates of devices much easier.

Solwise can also arrange for KeySIM IoT SIM cards to be pre-installed before dispatch, allowing equipment to arrive on site ready to connect.

RutOS Consistent

Same interface, VPN, firewall and recovery tools across all RUT models.

Pre-Configured

APN settings, VPN profiles, firewall rules and SIM switch rules loaded before dispatch.

SMS Commands

Remote control via SMS even when internet access has been lost.

Ping Reboot

Automatically reconnects the modem if connectivity monitoring detects a failure.

Remote Recovery

SMS Commands, Ping Reboot and KeySIM Integration

In our experience, many offline routers are not suffering from hardware faults or network outages. Instead, they have become inaccessible due to configuration changes. The ability to remotely recover a router via SMS can often prevent an expensive site visit.

SMS Commands via KeySIM

Teltonika routers can receive SMS commands provided the router retains GSM connectivity. This means that even if a device has lost internet access, it can often still be controlled remotely.

SMS is enabled by default across the KeySIM IoT SIM platform. Commands can be sent from the KeySIM management platform without needing a physical mobile handset.

Ping Reboot

The router continuously monitors connectivity by pinging a reliable destination such as Google's DNS servers. If connectivity is lost, the router can automatically restart the mobile connection or reboot the modem without any manual intervention.

This feature works exceptionally well with KeySIM's multi-network platform and network steering technology.

Network Steering Recovery

When KeySIM remotely steers a SIM to a different network, there is typically a short transition period. Teltonika's Ping Reboot is exceptionally effective at recognising this condition and rapidly reconnecting the modem.

To date, we are not aware of any customer using a Teltonika router with a KeySIM multi-network SIM requiring a site visit following a network steering event.

The Most Important Part of Any Deployment

If there is one piece of advice we would give to organisations deploying Teltonika routers at scale, it is to maintain accurate asset records and password records from day one.

Without accurate records, customers often know which SIM card is generating traffic but have no simple way of identifying which physical router contains that SIM card. These records become even more critical if a router is factory reset.

Every Teltonika router ships with unique default administrative credentials. If a router is factory restored via SMS command, RMS, the local web interface, or through remote access, the device reverts to its original factory credentials. Without them, rebuilding the device can become significantly more difficult.

When Solwise supplies pre-configured routers, they can provide a deployment database containing:

  • Router serial numbers, MAC addresses and IMEI numbers
  • SIM card ICCID numbers
  • Device models, configuration references and deployment notes
  • Default administrative credentials

In addition, the Teltonika serial number can be pre-populated within the KeySIM platform, making it easy to identify exactly which SIM card belongs to which physical router.

Secure Remote Access

Access devices behind the router via KeySIM Private IP

All Teltonika routers support inbound remote connections and advanced firewall functionality. When combined with KeySIM's private fixed IP services and VPN connectivity, customers can create highly secure remote access environments.

Unlike public internet services, KeySIM private IP SIM cards are not directly accessible from the public internet. Before an engineer can communicate with a device, they must first authenticate using their KeySIM VPN credentials and establish a secure connection into the private network. Teltonika firewall and port forwarding rules then provide access to equipment connected behind the router.

Devices commonly accessed remotely:

CCTV systems
NVRs and DVRs
Building Management Systems
Alarm systems and ARCs
PLCs and SCADA systems
Industrial controllers
Remote Terminal Units
Access control systems
Digital signage players
Payment terminals
Windows computers and servers
EPOS systems
Vehicle telematics equipment
NAS storage systems

Converting a WAN Port to LAN

Many Teltonika routers include dedicated WAN and LAN ports. One feature that is often overlooked is that the WAN port can frequently be converted into an additional LAN port.

This is particularly useful when the router is using cellular connectivity as its primary connection and therefore does not require a wired WAN. For example, a router with 1 WAN and 3 LAN ports can often become a 4-port LAN router — removing the need for an additional network switch.

Dual SIM vs Dual Modem

Many customers assume dual SIM means dual connectivity. In reality, most dual-SIM routers contain only a single cellular modem — meaning only one SIM can be active at any given time, with SIM switch rules determining when to move between slots.

The RUTX12 is the exception: it contains two independent cellular modems, allowing two mobile connections to be active simultaneously. This makes it particularly attractive for high-availability networking and Bondix deployments.

Router Models

Teltonika routers available from Solwise

RUT200 Best for the vast majority of IoT deployments
Single SIM Single Modem Cat 4 LTE
Ethernet 1 WAN, 1 LAN (WAN convertible to additional LAN)

The RUT200 is the most popular router used by KeySIM customers and, by a considerable margin, the model we see deployed most frequently alongside our IoT SIM cards. Based on hundreds of deployments, fewer than 1% of cases arise where a RUT200 is not adequate.

Ideally suited to telemetry, CCTV, EV charging, digital signage, monitoring systems, PLCs and industrial control applications.

Crystal Clear Media deploys RUT200 routers at scale to connect digital advertising screens across the UK.

RUT361 Best when additional bandwidth is required
Single SIM Single Modem Cat 6 LTE Carrier Aggregation
Ethernet 1 WAN, 1 LAN (WAN convertible to additional LAN)

The natural upgrade path from the RUT200. The Cat 6 modem with Carrier Aggregation technology allows it to utilise multiple LTE frequency bands simultaneously, achieving higher throughput in busy environments.

For customers experiencing network congestion or requiring additional bandwidth, the RUT361 is often the ideal upgrade.

CSC Security Consultants, one of Ireland's largest security companies, deploys the RUT361 extensively across its security infrastructure.

RUT901 Best when additional LAN ports are required
Dual SIM Single Modem Cat 4 LTE
Ethernet 1 WAN, 3 LAN (WAN convertible to fourth LAN)
SIM slots Dual SIM — one active at a time

An excellent option when additional Ethernet connectivity is required. The RUT901 combines a Cat 4 LTE modem with four Ethernet ports and dual-SIM capability — while remaining a single-modem router.

For customers requiring multiple local wired devices without adding additional network switches, the RUT901 is often an excellent choice.

RUTX12 Best for high-availability and Bondix deployments
Dual SIM Dual Modem Cat 6 LTE
Ethernet 1 WAN, 4 LAN (WAN convertible to fifth LAN)
Modems Two independent Cat 6 modems — both active simultaneously

One of the most capable industrial routers in the Teltonika range. Unlike most dual-SIM routers, the RUTX12 contains two independent Cat 6 modems, allowing simultaneous connections to two mobile networks.

This makes it particularly attractive for Bondix deployments, high-availability networking and critical infrastructure where downtime is unacceptable.

RUTX50 Best when maximum 5G performance is required
Dual SIM Single Modem 5G
Ethernet 1 WAN, 4 LAN (WAN convertible to fifth LAN)
SIM slots Dual SIM — one active at a time

Teltonika's flagship industrial 5G router. Featuring 5G connectivity, advanced Wi-Fi and powerful processing hardware, it is designed for customers requiring maximum throughput.

Best viewed as a premium performance router rather than a typical IoT router — ideal where throughput demands exceed what 4G can reliably deliver.

ALTOS Best for broadband replacement and Fixed Wireless Access
Single SIM Single Modem 5G
Ethernet 1 Gigabit LAN, 1 × 2.5Gbps WAN/LAN (convertible)

The ALTOS occupies a different position within the Teltonika portfolio. Unlike the industrial-focused RUT series, it is primarily designed for broadband replacement and Fixed Wireless Access applications — combining high-speed 5G with strong Wi-Fi performance.

Suitable for homes, offices and retail environments. Whilst it can be used with a KeySIM IoT SIM card, for dedicated IoT deployments we would generally recommend one of the industrial RUT models instead.

Decision Guide

Which router should you choose?

Model
Best for
RUT200
The vast majority of IoT deployments. Our recommended starting point.
RUT361
When additional bandwidth or Carrier Aggregation is required.
RUT901
When additional LAN ports and dual-SIM failover are needed.
RUTX12
When dual active cellular connections, Bondix or high availability are required.
RUTX50
When maximum 5G performance and throughput is the priority.
ALTOS
Broadband replacement and Fixed Wireless Access — not traditional IoT.

Whatever model you choose, Solwise can supply the hardware pre-configured and ready for deployment, whilst KeySIM provides resilient multi-network IoT SIM connectivity.

Need help choosing a router?

Contact our team for hardware recommendations or discuss pre-configuration options with Solwise.