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Neither Motorola Surfboard SB5101U nor Motorola Surfboard SB6141 were recommended by experts this month

On 5 Nov 2024 (26 days ago) we went through 59 Modem expert endorsements , however neither Motorola Surfboard SB5101U nor Motorola Surfboard SB6141 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Modem received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Arris Surfboard S33 or other critically acclaimed Modems of this month.

For reference, Arris Surfboard S33 received 6 endorsements this month, from PC Guide (1 Feb 2024), Lifewire (30 Jul 2024) Wirecutter (16 Oct 2024) and 3 others.

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The Strategist
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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.
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As can be seen below, in Nov 2024 neither Motorola Surfboard SB5101U nor Motorola Surfboard SB6141 were recommended by key experts who publish Modems recommendations.
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PC Guide
Lifewire
Wirecutter
Tom's Guide
Networks Hardware
BestReviews
HighSpeedInternet
homeowner.com
Popular Mechanics
The Strategist
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.
No expert reviews linked yet for Motorola Surfboard SB5101U.

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  • without a score: 3

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The Motorola SURFboard SB6141 is a reliable and high-speed cable modem that allows for future speed increases. The only drawback is the bright LEDs at night.
+ pros
  • Can utilize up to 8 channels of downstream for a theoretical max speed of 343 Mbps, making it a good choice for future speed increases.
  • Allows the user to view their cable modem log themselves, which is important to the author.
  • Buying instead of renting provides financial benefits and control over the modem.
- cons
  • The LEDs on the modem are very bright at night.
  • The author has experienced intermittent issues with reliability and speed, and has had to call Cox service multiple times.
The Motorola SB6141 Is the Best Modem to Ditch Those Rental Fees, Futureproof Your Internet
The Motorola SB6141 is the best modem to buy instead of renting from your ISP. It is future-proofed with support for multiple cable companies and the DOCSIS 3.0 standard, making it a worthwhile investment that will last for years.
+ pros
  • The Motorola SB6141 has the highest ratings on Amazon and other portals.
  • It is approved for multiple cable companies, including Comcast, Time Warner, and Cox.
  • It supports the DOCSIS 3.0 standard, which will be necessary for higher speed tiers in the future.
  • It will last a long time, even if you switch providers.
  • It will pay for itself in just over a year if your ISP charges you to rent a modem.
- cons
  • The SB6141 costs $125, which is more expensive than some other modems on the market.
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From Seller:
  • Item is Modem Only. Requires Cable Internet Service. Compatible with major U.S. Cable Providers.
  • Internet download speeds up to 38 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps based on your Cable provider service
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From Seller:
  • 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port to connect with router or computer
  • DOCSIS 3.0 certified, capable of up to 343 Mbps and upload speeds up to 131 Mbps based on Cable provider service
  • Compatible with all major CABLE providers like Comcast/Xfinity, Cox, Charter, Time Warner, Mediacom, Bright House. Call your ISP to verify compatibility
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