Experts prefer Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 over Motorola MT7711
On 3 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 59 Modem expert endorsements .
Currently, Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 received 4 endorsements from PC Guide (1 Feb 2024), Networks Hardware (2 Jul 2022) HighSpeedInternet (15 Jul 2024) and 1 other. Meanwhile, Motorola MT7711 did not receive any endorsements this month.
| 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 | - |
| N/A | N/A | $139 |  Motorola MT7711 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- 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
As can be seen below, Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Motorola MT7711 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Modem | PC Guide | Lifewire | Wirecutter | Tom's Guide | Networks Hardware | BestReviews | HighSpeedInternet | homeowner.com | Popular Mechanics | The Strategist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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: 0
- without a score: 3
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 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
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From Seller:
- THREE-IN-ONE CABLE MODEM, AC1900 ROUTER, AND XFINITY COMPATIBLE VOICE PORTS - Includes 24X8 DOCSIS 3. 0 cable modem, AC1900 Dual Band (2. 4GHz and 5GHz) Gigabit Router, four Gigabit (GigE) Ethernet ports, and two XFINITY Voice compatible phone ports. This product is approved by Comcast for Xfinity Internet and Voice, and recommended by Comcast for XFINITY Internet service speeds up to 400 Mbps.
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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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