Experts prefer Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 over Arris SURFboard SBG6900-AC
On 4 Jul 2024 (23 days ago) we went through 61 Modem expert endorsements .
Currently, Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 received 5 endorsements from Popular Mechanics (20 Oct 2023), Networks Hardware (2 Jul 2022) HighSpeedInternet (20 Dec 2023) and 2 others. Meanwhile, Arris SURFboard SBG6900-AC did not receive any endorsements this month.
Rank | Change | Price | Modem | The Strategist ![]() | Popular Mechanics ![]() | Wirecutter ![]() | Tom's Guide ![]() | Networks Hardware ![]() | BestReviews ![]() | HighSpeedInternet ![]() | homeowner.com | Lifewire ![]() | PC Guide ![]() |
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2 | - | $195 | ![]() The Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 is a high-speed cable modem that is compatible with all major cable internet providers, featuring DOCSIS 3.1 technology, 32x8 channel bonding, a powerful 1.5GHz dual-core Broadcom BCM3390 processor, and a 2.5 Gbps ethernet port, making it ideal for online gaming, streaming, and other high-bandwidth activities. | - | 4 | - | - | 2 | - | 3 | - | 2 | 1 |
N/A | N/A | $185 | ![]() | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 20 Oct 2023
Popular Mechanics ranked Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 as #4
Rank Modem Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 8 Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 Best Premium... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com - On 2 Jul 2022
Networks Hardware ranked Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 as #2
Rank Modem Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 9 Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 Best Performer... ... ... Source: networkshardware.com - On 20 Dec 2023
HighSpeedInternet ranked Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 as #3
Rank Modem Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 Best for gaming... ... ... Source: www.highspeedinternet.com - On 26 Feb 2024
Lifewire ranked Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 as #2
Rank Modem Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 6 Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 Best Performance... ... ... Source: www.lifewire.com - On 1 Feb 2024
PC Guide ranked Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 as #1
Rank Modem Comment #1 out of 5 Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 Best Cable Modem... ... ... Source: www.pcguide.com
Rank | Change | Price | Modem | The Strategist ![]() | Popular Mechanics ![]() | Wirecutter ![]() | Tom's Guide ![]() | Networks Hardware ![]() | BestReviews ![]() | HighSpeedInternet ![]() | homeowner.com | Lifewire ![]() | PC Guide ![]() |
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1 | - | $196 | ![]() The Arris Surfboard S33 is a high-speed cable modem with combined download speeds up to 3.5 Gbps, 32 downstream x 8 upstream DOCSIS 3.0 bonded channels, and two Ethernet ports, making it ideal for users who require fast and reliable internet connectivity for gaming, streaming, and other data-intensive activities. | - | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | 4 |
2 | - | $195 | ![]() The Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 is a high-speed cable modem that is compatible with all major cable internet providers, featuring DOCSIS 3.1 technology, 32x8 channel bonding, a powerful 1.5GHz dual-core Broadcom BCM3390 processor, and a 2.5 Gbps ethernet port, making it ideal for online gaming, streaming, and other high-bandwidth activities. | - | 4 | - | - | 2 | - | 3 | - | 2 | 1 |
3 | - | $165 | ![]() The Arris SURFboard SB8200 is a high-performance cable modem that delivers fast and stable internet speeds of up to 2 Gbps, making it ideal for activities such as online gaming, streaming 4K video, or downloading large files, but requires a separate wireless router for Wi-Fi capability. | 9 | - | - | - | 5 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 5 | - |
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| +1 | $46 | ![]() The Netgear CM500 modem offers high-speed internet access, easy setup and management, parental controls, and compatibility with major cable internet service providers, but its reliability has received mixed reviews and users should consider purchasing an extended warranty. | 6 | - | - | 3 | 3 | - | - | - | 6 | 5 |
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Expert reviews [3]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 0
Highest score by Networks Hardware | 88 |
Average score based on 3 reviews | 82 |
Lowest score by approvedmodems.org | 76 |
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- 3 products in 1: 16x4 Cable Modem, AC1900 WiFi Router and Gigabit 4 port Wired Router
- Ceritified on Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum (Charter, Time Warner, Brighthouse Networks), Mediacom and many other US Cable Internet Providers. Requires Internet Service.
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- Compatible with major cable internet providers including Xfinity, Spectrum, Cox and more. NOT compatible with Verizon, AT andT, CenturyLink, DSL providers, DirecTV, DISH and any bundled voice service
- Best for cable provider plans up to 2.5Gbps
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