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Kiwix Hotspot

Kiwix Hotspot2026-03-09T13:33:47+00:00

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The simplest of plug-and-play solutions

Designed, assembled and tested by Kiwix – discover the ultimate Offline device.

The Kiwix Hotspot allows you to instantly access Wikipedia, medical guides, videos, manuals, and more – all without an internet connection. Delivering essential information wherever you go, it is ideal for remote work, travel, emergency preparedness, or learning in connectivity-challenged environments.

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Pre-packaged, pre-tested and ready to use.

Hotspot
Plug-and-Play

Literally. Plug the power cord to both the device and a power outlet and voilà! In under a minute, you’ll be able to connect to its WiFi network.

Speed
Ultra fast

Kiwix Hotspot features the latest Raspberry Pi 5 with 4GB RAM.

More importantly, it’s using an NVMe Solid State Drive which is 40x faster than a microSD card.

Multi-user
Multi-user

Connect up to 24 devices simultaneously to your hotspot, enabling everyone to work, study, or collaborate independently—all at the same time.

Responsible
Durable & Resistant

An SSD is a lot more reliable and durable than a microSD card. Its sturdy metal case with both passive and active cooling extends the device’s lifespan

Quiet and discrete
Quiet & Discrete

Both quiet and energy efficient (between 4W and 9W). You can even power it off a powerbank or a small solar panel.

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Human tested

Every Kiwix Hotspot is manually screened and tested by one of our technicians before being shipped, ensuring you a stress-free experience.

Keeps time
On Time

Our Hotspot contains a rechargeable battery that ensures the clock on your device is always on time.

Stamp
By Kiwix

While you can find our technologies and ZIM files in many devices (it’s all Free Software), only this Hotspot is carefully designed and supported by Kiwix.

Choosing our Hotspot supports Kiwix’s development and infrastructure. Go Offline and help us bridge the gap of the world’s digital divide!

Discover our Hotspots

Choose a standalone Kiwix Hotspot for you to install as you please or get a pre-packaged one loaded with content from our content bundles.

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Tech specs

Hardware specifications for the Kiwix Hotspot.

  • Storage
    256GB NVMe M.2 SSD Disk (expandable up to 1TB)
  • Computer
    Raspberry Pi 5 with 4GB RAM
  • Case and Material
    Argon NEO 5 M.2 NVME PCIE Case, aluminium
  • RTC Battery
    CR2032 3V battery included
  • WiFi Range
    Connect up to 24 devices simultaneously
  • Cooling system
    Aluminum heatsinks and active fan
  • RTC Battery
    CR2032 3V battery included
  • Dimensions and Weight
    5 mm x 72 mm x 41 mm, 220g

Hotspot FAQ

How do I choose a different charger with my Hotspot when ordering?2026-03-03T13:11:42+00:00

When placing your order, we’ll automatically assign a power-plug type (EU, UK or US) based on your shipping address country. If you require a different charger, drop us a note quickly after completing your order and we will swap the correct one in the package.

Can I plug my Hotspot device onto a screen?2026-03-03T13:15:37+00:00

You can, but you shouldn’t. The Hotspot is a WiFi hotspot that is to be accessed using a web browser, over a WiFi network.

If you plug it to a screen, you’ll see the console login prompt.

If you wish we offered a Kiosk mode (being able to also access it from the device itself using a monitor), let us know on the related ticket.

Can I add more content to an Hotspot?2026-03-03T13:27:26+00:00

Yes! Content Bundles are regular Kiwix Hotspot, with a pre-selected collection of content. On a running Hotspot, head over to the Admin Panel to access the ZIM Manager or the File Manager.

Transferring large files over the Hotspot’s network can be frustrating because of its speed. That is why most people choose to build large Hotspots with the Imager Service instead.

Is the package trackable?2025-06-18T09:46:10+00:00

Your device will be shipped via Swiss Post and we will send you a tracking link to trace it all its voyage.

My country is not listed in the shipping destinations2025-09-30T16:38:28+00:00

We’ve limited our shipments to countries where Swiss Post can provide full tracking from our offices to your doorstep. The list of available countries is available here. Shipping takes around 10 working days but this varies largely depending on the country where the delivery takes place.

Swiss Post can ship worldwide but some countries don’t offer tracking within their borders. If you’re happy to take the risk or non-tracking your end, or if you have the budget for a DHL or other shipment, contact us so that we can look into the details, and the cost!

Can I run a different system on the Kiwix Hotspot?2025-06-18T09:46:41+00:00

Yes, it’s an unmodified Raspberry Pi 5 and it’s your device. You can use it as you please but we only support using it with Kiwix Hotspot software.

Can I upgrade the hard disk drive?2025-06-18T09:47:13+00:00

It’s your device, once you’ve received it, you can swap the NVMe disk for a larger one. You’ll have to flash an image on it or transfer from the previous disk though.

How do I set it up?2026-03-03T12:52:21+00:00

It’s plug and play, no setup is required. If you bought the hardware-only option, it still comes with the complete Kiwix Hotspot OS and a sample content.

Use the ZIM Manager to add more content manually. You can also buy Content Bundles or create your own images via Imager Service and flash the result onto the NVME disk.

What’s the warranty?2025-06-18T09:47:31+00:00

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