Force LTE Only (4G/5G)

This app will help You change network to 5G/4G/3G/2G and stay in chosen network

Force LTE Only (4G/5G) is a handy tool for Android users who want to lock their device's network connection to a specific generation—be it 2G, 3G, 4G, or 5G. Compatible with Android 11 and newer devices, including those supporting 5G (NR), this app helps prevent automatic network switching that can lead to extra data charges or unstable connections.

Ideal for users with free 4G data but costly 3G usage, Force LTE Only ensures you stay connected to the network you choose without interruptions. Note that functionality may depend on your phone's brand, as some manufacturers restrict network switching features. If it doesn't work on your device, it's due to these hardware limitations, not the app itself.

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By:: Xsquare Studio
Downloads:: 34,399,447+ 114.05K
Rating:: 4.45
(261,631) 1,043 new ratings
Version:: 9.1.1 (Last updated: 2024-10-04)
Version code:: 90101
Creation date:: 2017-05-23
Permissions:: android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION
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Size:: 22.93M
Email:: xs*****@gmail.com
URLs:: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Google Play Store
Updated:: 15 hours ago

Ranking

# 3,800 ▲ 7

Other rankings

#2 in force keyword 21 ▲ 3

User reviews

Users appreciate that Force LTE Only reliably locks their phones onto 4G LTE or preferred networks, improving connectivity and preventing fallback to slower networks such as 3G or 2G, especially in poor 5G areas. It unlocks hidden network settings on phones where usual access is blocked. Some users report significant network speed improvements and value the app for health concerns about 5G. However, multiple reviews mention the inability to make calls in 4G-only mode, confusing and sparse explanations of settings, lack of easy toggle between modes, and occasional failures due to device or carrier restrictions.

Pros

Effectively forces phone to stay on 4G LTE or preferred network, preventing unwanted switching to slower networks like 3G or 2G.
Helps maintain steady internet connection and improve network stability, especially in areas with weak or unstable 5G coverage.
Easy way to access hidden network settings not otherwise available on some phones, particularly for devices below Android 11 or those that block standard dialing codes.
Improves network performance and speeds for many users, sometimes even increasing network speed.
Useful for users concerned about 5G exposure, allowing them to lock their phones to 4G LTE for safety reasons.

Cons

Can cause inability to make or receive calls when locked to 4G only mode since some networks require fallback for voice calls.
App settings and options are not well explained, confusing less tech-savvy users.
No quick toggle or shortcut to switch back and forth between forced LTE and automatic network modes, requiring multiple steps each time.
Sometimes app functionality is limited by carrier restrictions or phone manufacturer locks, causing occasional failures or switching to slower networks despite settings.

Recent reviews

Locked out 5G during an outage so I could use 4G LTE. Managed to download it flipping mobile data on/off. Most difficult part is figuring out which setting to put it on which is just trial/error.

V S, 2025-01-17

I'm using this app from long time ago. Before some day I touched other function [enable dsds maybe ]when using the app to take lte only, But i notice my 2 sim card is permanently unvisitable. Many time I hard reseted my phone but not work, I went to the service center, they couldn't fix it, they said to change the motherboard which costs 10000TK. Please help.