MikroTik Releases KNOT Gateway HL9 Wi-Fi HaLow Device
The outdoor gateway, built on Morse Micro's MM6108 chip, is now available for a suggested US$139.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Consumer Electronics
MikroTik has made its KNOT Gateway HL9 available for purchase, marking the company's first product based on Wi-Fi HaLow technology. Morse Micro announced the availability of the device, which is built on its MM6108 system-on-chip.
Why it matters
The gateway combines Wi-Fi HaLow with GPS and LTE in a rugged IP66-rated design, offering an option for connecting remote Internet of Things devices. Its availability expands the range of hardware supporting the low-power, long-range wireless standard.
The suggested price of US$139 is the only figure published for the device, based on manufacturer pricing announced at launch. Independent performance benchmarks and range measurements for the HL9 have not been provided in the source material.
The players
MikroTik
MikroTik is a Latvian networking hardware company known for its RouterOS software and routers.
Morse Micro
Morse Micro is a semiconductor company that develops Wi-Fi HaLow chips, including the MM6108 system-on-chip used in the gateway.
The details
The KNOT Gateway HL9 runs MikroTik's RouterOS and supports local data processing and custom scripts. It offers Ethernet, Bluetooth Low Energy, and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity alongside its Wi-Fi HaLow radio, and can report its own position while using cellular backhaul where no wired connection exists.
Timeline
Availability was announced on November 5, 2026.
The Tech Race
The HL9 is MikroTik's first product built on Wi-Fi HaLow, the IEEE 802.11ah sub-gigahertz standard designed for long-range, low-power connections. Its launch adds a networking-focused vendor to a segment that has so far been driven largely by chipmakers and specialized IoT hardware makers.
The gateway's US$139 suggested price places it in reach for businesses or hobbyists deploying remote sensors. Users who need Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or cellular connections in one outdoor unit may find it a single-box alternative to assembling separate devices.
The takeaway
Wi-Fi HaLow hardware is becoming available from networking vendors, not just chip companies. Anyone planning long-range sensor networks should compare the HL9's integrated GPS and LTE features against their deployment needs before buying.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Thefastmode.
