What Wave WiFi does

Wave WiFi is a privately held marine connectivity company founded in 2004 and headquartered in Oakland Park, Florida. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes marine-grade WiFi receivers, cellular domes, multi-source network routers and controllers, and supporting accessories that enable boats, yachts, RVs, and commercial vessels to access internet connectivity from marina WiFi hotspots, cellular networks (4G/5G), and satellite services such as Starlink. Its technology stack includes proprietary web-based firmware with real-time signal diagnostics, MIMO antenna arrays, and multi-active WAN controllers capable of blending WiFi, cellular, and satellite sources with manual, automatic, or balanced failover modes. The portfolio spans the Rogue Series (entry-level receivers), Professional Series (high-power commercial-grade receivers), Freedom Domes (integrated WiFi/cellular units), and the MNC/MBR family of network routers and controllers, with notable recent additions being the MNC 1850 (WiFi 6 AX, 5G) and Freedom DB 5G launched in 2024.

The company generates revenue through a hybrid model combining one-time hardware sales (quote-based, 1–2 year warranties) with recurring cellular SIM subscriptions priced at $6–$10/GB usage-based, $150/month unlimited multi-carrier tiers, and $25–$75 activation/annual fees. Wave WiFi distributes through a global authorized dealer network in major marine hubs plus direct website sales, and serves customer segments including recreational boaters, yacht owners, commercial marine operators, RV/mobile users, and remote worker liveaboards. End customers are predominantly SMBs and individual boaters, with the enterprise channel running through certified marine electronics installers such as Staten Island Yachts and Kraken Marine Electronics. The company has integrated with major marine electronics brands including Simrad, B&G, and Furuno, and has won four NMEA Product of Excellence Awards, most recently in 2025.

Name

Wave WiFi

Legal name

Wave WiFi, Inc.

Website

https://wavewifi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Wave WiFi designs and sells marine-grade WiFi receivers, cellular domes, and multi-source network controllers that connect boats, yachts, and RVs to internet via marina WiFi, cellular (4G/5G), and Starlink satellite, distributed globally through authorized dealers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Connectivity Hardware

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Communications Equipment, Nec (3669)

akta.pro primary industry

Wi‑Fi Controllers & WLAN Gateways (On‑prem/Virtual) (HDAFACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wi‑Fi 6/6E/7 Infrastructure & Multi‑Gig Switching for WLAN (HDAFACAE), Wi‑Fi Extenders & Mesh Nodes (Access CPE) (HDAFAIAI)

Keywords

• Marine WiFi receivers
• Boat internet connectivity
• Marine network routers
• Yacht cellular systems
• Marine multi-WAN controllers

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of marine WiFi receivers, routers, network controllers, access points, and antennas. Products include Rogue Series, Professional Series, Freedom Domes, and network routers. One-time hardware purchase with 1-2 year warranties.
2. Cellular/SIM Plans: Monthly cellular data plans including Pay Per GB ($8-10/GB), Wave Unlimited Multi-Carrier ($150/month), and Wave 300 US plans ($150/month for 300GB). Annual fees of $50-75 apply.
3. Multi-Carrier Global Access: Global cellular access plans with pricing varying by geography ($6-$10/GB) including Bahamas coverage with $75 annual fee

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Wave WiFi designs, manufactures, and sells marine-grade internet connectivity hardware, including long-range WiFi receivers (Rogue and Professional series), combined WiFi/cellular Freedom Domes, multi-source network routers and controllers, and onboard access points. Its products enable boaters to capture distant marina WiFi (up to roughly 7 miles), connect via tri-carrier 5G/4G LTE-A cellular (with global multi-carrier SIM plans), and integrate Starlink satellite as a managed WAN source, all unified through proprietary web-based firmware and NMEA-display integration.

Product overview

Wave WiFi is a marine internet connectivity company offering a comprehensive ecosystem of products designed for boats, yachts, RVs, and commercial vessels. The portfolio consists of four interconnected product lines: (1) WiFi Receivers (Rogue Series: Rogue Wave, Rogue Reach DB, Rogue Pro, Rogue Pro DB; Professional Series: EC-ER Dual Band, EC-HP AC Dual Band, Tidal Wave DB+Cell) that capture marina and shore-based WiFi signals from extended distances; (2) Freedom Domes (Freedom, Freedom LTE-A, Freedom DB 5G) that combine WiFi and cellular connectivity in enclosed dome form factors; (3) Network Routers and Controllers (MBR 500, MBR 550, MNC 1200, MNC 1250, MNC 1850) that manage multiple internet sources including WiFi, cellular, and satellite (Starlink), distributing connectivity throughout vessels via built-in access points; and (4) Access Points (Yacht AP DB) that extend WiFi coverage within vessels. The system architecture uses proprietary web-browser-based firmware, enabling receivers and domes to connect to routers which then distribute internet to onboard devices. Products support 802.11 b/g/n/a/ac WiFi standards, LTE-A and 5G cellular where applicable, and integrate with Starlink satellite systems. Wave WiFi also offers cellular SIM plans (multi-carrier domestic and global options) and provides NMEA award-winning technology with Simrad/B&G MFD integration for helm-level network visibility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Rogue Wave Compact 2.4 GHz WiFi receiver with up to ~7-mile range, 800 mW (29 dBm) output power, omnidirectional antenna, stainless rail mount, and single-cable PoE install — designed as Wave WiFi's most economical Ethernet-converting WiFi antenna for recreational vessels.
• Rogue Reach DB Dual-band (2.4/5 GHz a/b/g/n) ruggedized WiFi receiver with weather-sealed aluminum housing, standard 1-14 threaded base, and PoE injector plus 25 ft CAT5e cable — positioned for RV and small-to-mid marine applications.
• Rogue Pro DB High-performance concurrent dual-band 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi receiver in marinized stainless steel housing with enhanced dust and moisture resistance for harsh marine environments.
• Rogue Pro Ruggedized 2.4 GHz WiFi receiver with sealed stainless steel housing, external 8.5 dB antenna, and 1-14 mount, originally developed for commercial, military, and security deployments.
• EC-ER Dual Band Extended-range professional-grade dual-band WiFi receiver (concurrent 802.11 b/g/n/ac on 2.4/5 GHz) with high-gain dual-band antenna and 25 ft Ultra Flex 400 cable, backed by a two-year warranty.
• EC-HP AC Dual Band Top-tier professional dual-band WiFi receiver with 1-watt (maximum allowable) output, MU-MIMO multi-stream capability, dual MIMO-ready antennas, and indoor rubber duck antennas.
• Tidal Wave DB + Cell Top-tier professional receiver combining high-power concurrent dual-band WiFi (2.4 + 5.1-5.8 GHz) with SIM-activated cellular, MIMO, waterproof universal SIM slot, external cellular antenna, and 1 GbE port — a 2020 NMEA Product of Excellence Award winner.
• Freedom Dome All-in-one dual-band MU-MIMO WiFi transceiver (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac on 2.4/5 GHz) housed inside a single dome with internal MIMO antenna array and single 12 V PoE cable install.
• Freedom LTE-A Combined dual-band MU-MIMO WiFi transceiver and Cat6 global LTE-A cellular receiver in a single dome with built-in universal SIM slot and fully enclosed antennas for simplified install.
• Freedom DB 5G Latest-generation Freedom dome combining dual-band WiFi 6 (2.4 + 5 GHz MU-MIMO) with a global Cat 20 5G/4G LTE-A SIM slot, compact 11 x 11 in form factor, and Wave Global Multi-Carrier SIM support in a standard 1-14 marine mount.
• MBR 500 Multi-source failover router with internal 2.4 GHz access point, browser-based interface, guest-network isolation, and five Ethernet ports for sharing WiFi/cellular/satellite internet across a vessel.
• MBR 550 Multi-source failover router with built-in SIM slot for LTE-A cellular WAN, supporting all MBR 500 capabilities plus dedicated cellular antennas and an optional external cellular antenna kit.
• MNC 1200 Dual-band 2.4/5 GHz wireless network controller with dual internal access points and gigabit ports, providing multi-source failover plus user management, data capping, bandwidth limits, and MAC/URL blacklisting.
• MNC 1250 Advanced dual-band network controller with built-in universal SIM slot for worldwide cellular, multi-source failover, and granular per-source, per-login, and per-user access controls.
• MNC 1850 Latest-generation dual-band WiFi 6 AX network controller with dual SIM slots for 5G/4G LTE-A Cat 20 cellular, multi-active WAN management in manual/auto priority, balanced blended, and dedicated modes, per-port/per-user data tracking, data capping per WAN source, ping threshold monitoring, and MAC filtering with audit logs.
• External Cellular Antenna High-gain external cellular antenna with 1-14 marine-thread mount, bundled with low-loss cable (20 ft 240 for MBR 550/MNC 1250 or 30 ft 400 for Tidal Wave) and one-year warranty.
• Yacht AP DB Dual-band simultaneous 2.4/5 GHz onboard WiFi access point (802.11 b/g/n/ac, 300-867 Mbps) with gigabit Ethernet and 24 V PoE, designed to propagate coverage inside large vessels and hard-to-reach areas.
• Wave Cellular Multi-Carrier Subscription Plans Boater-specific multi-carrier cellular subscription plans (T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon) across US domestic and global footprints, including pay-per-GB, unlimited, and 300 GB tiers with annual access fees, activation fees, and seasonal suspension options.

Quantifiable outcome

• WiFi connectivity up to 7 miles from shore stations (with Rogue products)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SimradcoreTechnology or IntegrationWave WiFi is now integrated directly with Simrad multifunction displays, bringing onboard internet visibility and control to the helm. Captains can view available WiFi networks, confirm which WAN source is active, and monitor real-time connection status directly from the multifunction display.
• B&GcoreTechnology or IntegrationWave WiFi is integrated directly with B&G multifunction displays, enabling marine WiFi management as part of the helm experience with network visibility and source management from compatible displays.
• 4oceanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWave WiFi partnered with 4ocean to help keep their fleet connected with marine internet solutions, supporting their ocean cleanup operations with reliable connectivity.
• Dockside ProsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner referral relationship with Dockside Pros marine electronics installation company for installation and support services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Raymarine (FLIR): Raymarine, part of Teledyne FLIR, is a major marine electronics manufacturer whose Axiom MFDs increasingly integrate connectivity features. It competes in the same boatbuilder and dealer channels as Wave WiFi.
• Iridium Communications: Iridium provides satellite voice and data services used by mariners for offshore connectivity. It competes at the connectivity-layer for the same boater end-customer, particularly offshore where Wave WiFi relies on cellular/WiFi aggregation.
• Furuno: Furuno is a global marine electronics manufacturer of navigation, sonar, and communication equipment. Wave WiFi is already featured on Furuno's SWS S6 switching display, indicating both partnership and channel overlap.
• Cradlepoint (Ericsson): Cradlepoint (now part of Ericsson) is the enterprise leader in multi-WAN 4G/5G routers with cellular failover—the broader incumbent version of Wave WiFi's controller/router products. It is comparable on technology but targets enterprise/branch offices rather than marine.
• Garmin: Garmin is a dominant marine electronics brand offering chartplotters, MFDs, and increasingly connectivity products. While not a direct WiFi/cellular specialist, it competes for the helm-level integration slot that Wave WiFi's Simrad/B&G partnerships target.

Direct peers

• Peplink (Pepwave): Peplink builds multi-WAN routers that aggregate cellular, WiFi, and satellite links with automatic failover—the same core technical architecture Wave WiFi uses in its MNC controllers and Freedom domes. It is the closest technology peer even though Peplink targets enterprise/industrial rather than marine.
• KVH Industries: KVH provides satellite communications, TV, and connectivity hardware specifically for maritime vessels. It overlaps directly with Wave WiFi's mission of delivering onboard internet, though KVH is more focused on VSAT/satellite than WiFi/cellular aggregation.
• Glomex: Glomex manufactures marine antennas, WiFi/cellular receivers, and TV antennas for boats. It directly competes with Wave WiFi's Rogue, Tidal Wave, and Freedom product lines across the European and global marine channel.
• Shakespeare Marine: Shakespeare Marine (Shakespeare Electronic Products Group) is a long-standing supplier of marine antennas and connectivity hardware, including WiFi and cellular antennas for boats. It competes with Wave WiFi's receiver and antenna product lines in the same marine channel.
• Digital Yacht: Digital Yacht makes marine networking, WiFi, AIS, and navigation products for the recreational boating market. It is a direct marine connectivity competitor with overlapping target customers (yacht owners, sailors) and product categories (marine WiFi systems).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wave-wifi-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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