Experts recommend Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 more than Motorola MB8611
As of 3 Jan 2025, experts prefer Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 over Motorola MB8611, but both Modems have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 received 4 recommendations: from PC Guide (1 Feb 2024), Networks Hardware (2 Jul 2022) HighSpeedInternet (15 Jul 2024) and 1 other. By contrast, Motorola MB8611 received only 1 recommendation from homeowner.com (10 Oct 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Modem | PC Guide  | Lifewire  | Wirecutter  | Tom's Guide  | Networks Hardware  |
BestReviews  | HighSpeedInternet  | homeowner.com  | Popular Mechanics  | The Strategist  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | - | $300 |  Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 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. | 1 | - | - | - | 2 | - | 3 | - | 6 | - |
| 11 | N/A | $181 |  Motorola MB8611 The Motorola MB8611 modem is a high-performance cable modem that offers ultra-fast DOCSIS 3.1 performance, multi-gigabit Ethernet speed, and fast streaming, conferencing, and gaming capabilities, making it a great option for users who require high-speed internet connectivity for multiple devices and applications. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 10 Oct 2024 homeowner.com ranked Motorola MB8611 as #1
Rank Modem Comment #1 out of 8 Motorola MB8611 Best Overall... ... ... Source: www.homeowner.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 - 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 15 Jul 2024 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 19 Oct 2023 Popular Mechanics ranked Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 as #6
Rank Modem Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 8 Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 Best Premium... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com
After counting and adding up the 59 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 outranks Motorola MB8611. This is not to say that Motorola MB8611 is a bad option. Like Netgear Nighthawk CM2000, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Motorola MB8611 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Modem | PC Guide | Lifewire | Wirecutter | Tom's Guide | Networks Hardware | BestReviews | HighSpeedInternet | homeowner.com | Popular Mechanics | The Strategist |
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| 1 | - | $180 |  Arris Surfboard S33 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. | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | - |
| 2 | - | $300 | Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 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. | 1 | - | - | - | 2 |
- | 3 | - | 6 | - |
| 3 | - | $45 |  Netgear CM500 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. | 5 | 3 | - | 2 | 3 | - | - | - | - | 6 |
| 4 | - | $140 |  Arris SURFboard SB8200 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. | - | - | - | - | 5 | 3 | 2 | 7 | - | 9 |
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Expert reviews [3]
Total expert reviews: 3
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 1
| Highest score by Networks Hardware | 94 |
| Average score based on 3 reviews | 83 |
| Lowest score by approvedmodems.org | 72 |
Score distribution:
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Expert reviews [3]
Total 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 |
Score distribution:
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| 60-80 | |
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From Seller:
- Ultra-fast DOCSIS 3.1 performance - Delivers true Gigabit-plus speeds. Supports fast internet plans with Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Spectrum. Backward compatible with 32x8 DOCSIS 3.0.
- Pairs with any WiFi router - Seamlessly compatible with any WiFi router to connect all your devices. This cable modem does NOT have a built-in wireless router or telephone call capability.
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From Seller:
- 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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