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Understanding Yarbo NetRTK: What It Is, When to Use It, and How It Works

Understanding Yarbo NetRTK: What It Is, When to Use It, and How It Works

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Yarbo NetRTK is now available on all Yarbo models, free for the lifetime of your Yarbo. No antenna, no base station, no installation — just connect and go. Here's everything you need to know.

What Is Yarbo NetRTK?

Yarbo NetRTK (Network RTK) is a network-based high-precision positioning service that gives your Yarbo centimeter-level accuracy. Unlike a traditional local RTK base station you have to mount, power, and align in your yard, NetRTK delivers correction data over the internet — so there's no base station to install and nothing to set up. Just connect over the internet (Wifi-Halow/Wifi/4G), and your Yarbo is ready to work with precise, reliable positioning across your whole yard.
How it works, step by step:
  • Your Yarbo connects to the internet via Wifi-Halow, Wifi, 4G
  • It requests correction data from the Yarbo NetRTK cloud service
  • The cloud identifies nearby reference stations and generates a correction packet for your location
  • Yarbo applies the correction in real time — centimeter-level accuracy, no antenna required

NetRTK vs. Yarbo Data Center: Key Differences

Yarbo Data Center (DC) Yarbo NetRTK
Hardware required Yes — outdoor antenna, wiring, elevated mounting No local RTK hardware required
Installation Medium to high difficulty (ladder, drill, cabling) App-based setup, a few minutes
Coverage range Local range around the Data Center Network coverage area — no single-point limit
Upfront cost DC purchase required No additional hardware cost
Moving homes Full reinstallation required Simply reconnect and remap
Network dependency Not required — fully local Requires internet connection via Wifi-Halow/Wifi/4G
Offline operation Supported Not supported — requires active internet connection for positioning
Neither option is universally better — they're designed for different situations. Read on to understand which is right for you.

Why Use Yarbo NetRTK?

  • 🚀 Forget the Antennas, Enjoy Hassle-Free Setup.
    Skip the extra antenna, roof mounting, and signal alignment. With Yarbo NetRTK, high-precision positioning is delivered through the network, so setup becomes simpler, faster, and easier.
  • 🌐 One Network, Your Whole Yard.
    Yarbo NetRTK delivers high-precision positioning through network-based correction data — no local base station, and no dependence on your home Wi-Fi range. In supported areas, Yarbo keeps working accurately across your whole property, free from the router-range and base-station placement limits that hold back traditional setups.
  • 🚚 Move Home? Just Bring Yarbo.
     Moving, or caring for a second property? No base station to uninstall and re-align. Bring your Yarbo, connect to the network, and you're precise again in minutes.

Already Have a Data Center? NetRTK May Still Help

If your DC is working well, there's no urgency to switch. But a few scenarios make NetRTK worth considering:
  • Signal gaps. Trees, buildings, or terrain can block DC line-of-sight. NetRTK can fill those gaps without additional hardware.
  • A second property. Your DC only covers its installed location. If you're considering a fresh install at a new home, NetRTK is the simpler solution at any additional address.
  • Backup positioning. You can keep both services configured and switch between them under Yarbo App → Settings → Positioning Service.
⚠️ Note: DC and NetRTK cannot be active simultaneously. Switching between them requires a manual map recalibration in the app.

NetRTK Lifetime Free: What's Included

As of August 1st, 2026, Yarbo NetRTK is free for the lifetime of your Yarbo — all models, no exceptions.
Included:
  • Full NetRTK precision positioning service — no subscription, no annual fee
  • App-based setup and management
  • Ability to switch between NetRTK and DC at any time
⚠️ Note: Please use the in-app coverage checker to confirm availability at your address before setup.

Requirements and Compatibility

Network connection
Your Yarbo needs a stable internet connection to use NetRTK. Supported types:
  • Wi-Fi HaLow — if you have a Yarbo Data Center, your Yarbo can use the DC's HaLow link to reach the internet and run NetRTK
  • Wi-Fi — connect to your home network as an alternative to 4G
  • 4G — on models equipped with the 4G Connect Kit, with no extra hardware to buy
Regional availability — NetRTK availability varies by region. To check:
  • Open the Yarbo app
  • On the login screen, tap Check NetRTK Coverage
  • Zoom to your yard and tap Check Coverage for This Area
If your area isn't covered, subscribe to notifications and we'll alert you when service reaches your location.

FAQ

Q: Is Yarbo NetRTK really free forever? Any hidden costs?
Yes. The NetRTK precision positioning service is included free for the lifetime of your Yarbo — no subscription, no annual fee, no hidden charges.
Q: Which Yarbo models support NetRTK?
All Yarbo models. You can check coverage availability and activate the service directly in the app.
Q: Do I need to buy extra hardware?
No extra hardware is required for NetRTK itself. On models equipped with the 4G Connect Kit, 4G is built in; you can also use home Wi-Fi, or the DC's Wi-Fi HaLow connection, if you have or plan to buy a DC.
Q: What if my area isn't covered by NetRTK?
A DC base station is the current alternative for uncovered areas. You can also subscribe to coverage notifications in the app — we'll alert you when service reaches your location.
Q: Can DC and NetRTK be used at the same time? How do I switch?
DC and NetRTK cannot be active simultaneously. Switch between them at any time under Yarbo APP Settings → Positioning Service.
⚠️ Note: Switching positioning services causes a map offset. Manual recalibration is required after switching.
Q: I've moved to a new address. Does NetRTK still work?
Yes. Bring your Yarbo to the new location, connect to the network, and NetRTK resumes automatically.
⚠️ Note: A new address is a new yard, so you will need to set up your map and re-initialize NetRTK Service in the app after moving. 

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