Most of the bands are used worldwide, so you can buy the version for the region where you'll be staying the longest to get a better network experience. When you travel to other countries or regions, it still works.
Yes, I have seen this in the specification.
Could you please clarify which functionalities from REL 17 are necessary for you compared to REL 16, and if this REL 17 functions are already supported by mobile network operators?
I tried to delve into this question and encountered the fact that many of the functions take a long time to be implemented by mobile network operators.
That holding case for the wall may not be sold at retail — I think it’s just a rendering, not really.
We may later release the 3D printing files of holding case so users can print it themselves. 
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February 5, 10:00 AM HKT
February 4, 6:00 PM PST
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I think his point goes to the fact that a new device is being released, but the new device fails to support already-deployed or very-near-term cellular specifications.
For example: 5G itself is not even close to universally deployed around the world - yet all relevant hotspot devices should have implemented 5G support years ago. A relevant manufacturer - especially one that is seeking to enter the premium product market - should be ahead of the technological curve, not behind it.
Mudi 7 is clearly positioned at the top of the hotspot market, with a retail price well over 300$. As such, buyers should expect forward-thinking engineering.
Mudi 7 is certainly a step in the right direction, especially with Mudi V2 still built around a chipset that is so old I am perplexed they can still source them today. Mudi 7 has some neat features - but I find it highly probable that many of those features will be forever crippled or offset by downsides that have yet to surface. Time will tell - and I hope for the best.
No device is perfect. Mudi 7 is lightyears ahead of Mudi V2, but at a whole new price point.
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The eSIM function has no restrictions on regions or countries. It depends on whether the eSIM Profile supports it.
Here you go:
It’s 3 a m for Paris 
It will also be released at the same time for EU store ?
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Will both versions be available in all markets?
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Mudi 7 is indeed a significant step forward compared to the previous V2 model and overall performs very well compared to competitors' models.
A lot will still be refined in the firmware, it's just a matter of time.
As for the hardware, the only thing that disappointed me compared to the Mudi V2 is that the modem board is now non-removable.
Otherwise, it would have been possible to choose which modem to use:
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either a modem with a wider range of frequencies (GL) that are in demand right now
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or a more future-proof modem with a longer-term outlook (REL17)
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or swap the modem for one from a different region (EU to NA)
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Well, it looks like I won’t be getting it after all looking at the bands that are supported and people’s comments. I want a truly universal device that I can rely on, I don’t want compromises or buying two of them (one EU and one NA, which is crazy). I’ll stay with my Mudi v2 global and that’s it.
Here unified reply:
With E-commerce confirmed that both versions will be available in all markets — on US or EA sites (or more officials channels) you can choose either the US or EA version of the Mudi 7.
Updates:
Sorry, we need to update the latest info, we further confirmed with the PM team that at this time of ultra-early bird stage, Mudi 7 cannot be purchased in both versions of all sites due to relevant regulatory restrictions, for each site, you can only purchase the certified version in the countries or regions where the site is located. For example, the EU version is available in EU related countries or regions, APAC, or more, and similarly NA version is available in the US and Canada sites.
Sorry again, we can't open all sites to choose the US or EU version for the time being!
In the ultra-early bird stage, please consider the version you need, and go to the corresponding site to purchase, please make sure your delivery address in the area of corresponding version.
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Will we ever see a global version? Or a version that uses an M2 slot so we can slot in our own modem?
I'm a little late to the party. Where can I see the bands supported by the Mudi 7? Is there a country by carrier list?
I haven't had difficulty in Europe or US with my Mudi v2 other than keeping track of pesky sim cards. One benefit of the GL-iNet investment in the Mudi 7 is that the v2 has 4.8 software!
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Updates:
Sorry, we need to update the latest info, we further confirmed with the PM team that at this time of ultra-early bird stage, Mudi 7 cannot be purchased in both versions of all sites due to relevant regulatory restrictions, for each site, you can only purchase the certified version in the countries or regions where the site is located. For example, the EU version is available in EU related countries or regions, APAC, or more, and similarly NA version is available in the US and Canada sites.
Sorry again, we can't open all sites to choose the US or EU version for the time being!
In the ultra-early bird stage, please consider the version you need, and go to the corresponding site to purchase, please make sure your delivery address in the area of corresponding version.
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Sorry, we can't reveal much information in the early days, so only allowed to publish at this time.
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Hey @bruce,
I hope you are well.
What about UK store? Will it sell EU or NA version or both or none?
When will the sale start in UK and EU stores? Same time as US? (It will be deep night in Europe.)
FYI, if you open Quectel_Product_Brochure_V8.5_2026.pdf from either Quectel RG650V or RM520N official pages and scroll to pages 3 and 5 (pages 6 and 8 of the whole document) and look at the frequencies - RG650V does not have -GL version, only -NA and -EU, and RM520N has -GL and -EU versions.
It was not confirmed officially but it’s almost certain Mudi 7 has RG650V inside. Probably, because RG650V is soldered on so takes less space, and RM520N is slotted in so takes more space, and Mudi 7 context prefers size over flexibility.
Basically, gL.iNet cannot make a -GL version because Quectel does not have a -GL version of the modem of suitable size for such a device (and unlikely plans to have in the near future, so gL.iNet won’t have it for even longer than that).
Worth noting that there is a competitor who presented a similar product on CES 2025, there was no information for the whole year, somewhere in December 2025 it appeared for preorder at one retailer for £389.99 (but you cannot actually place a preorder), and there is still no information when it will ship. Again, not officially confirmed, but it’s almost certain that product will be based on RM520N, so with -GL version.
It is described as “Customizable security and advanced features with OpenWrt-compatible firmware.” but it will likely be a much less customizable device due to how usually the firmware of this competitor is. It will likely be OpenWrt in name only, you won’t have access to its OpenWrt functionality. We’re yet to see.
I’m not naming names because it’s official forum of gL.iNet. Tough choice to be honest. gL.iNet is better firmware-wise but no global version, and the competitor will likely have suboptimal firmware but global version. 
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UK and EU uses same bands. It will sell EU version for sure
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There are too many operators in the world to count them all, but I will note this and try to collect some if we are possible.
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