Experts recommend Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 more than Netgear CM1000
As of 3 Jan 2025, experts prefer Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 over Netgear CM1000, 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, Netgear CM1000 received only 3 recommendations from PC Guide (1 Feb 2024), BestReviews (1 Jul 2024) and The Strategist (18 Feb 2021).
| 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 | - |
| 5 | - | $170 |  Netgear CM1000 The Netgear CM1000 modem is a high-performance device that supports fast and reliable internet connectivity for multiple users and is compatible with major cable internet providers. | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4 | - | - | - | 1 |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 1 Feb 2024 PC Guide ranked Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 as #1 and Netgear CM1000 as #3
Rank Modem Comment #1 out of 5 Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 Best Cable Modem... ... ... #3 out of 5 Netgear CM1000 Best Mid-Range Cable Modem... ... ... Source: www.pcguide.com - On 1 Jul 2024 BestReviews ranked Netgear CM1000 as #4
Rank Modem Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 5 Netgear CM1000 Wide Compatible... ... ... Source: bestreviews.com - On 18 Feb 2021 The Strategist ranked Netgear CM1000 as #1
Rank Modem Comment #1 out of 9 Netgear CM1000 Best-rated cable modem... ... ... Source: nymag.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 Netgear CM1000. This is not to say that Netgear CM1000 is a bad option. Like Netgear Nighthawk CM2000, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 outranks Netgear CM1000 by 3 positions. This indicates that, as of 3 Jan 2025, Netgear Nighthawk CM2000 is more critically acclaimed than Netgear CM1000.
| 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 [8]
Total expert reviews: 8
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 7
| Highest score by dongknows.com | 88 |
| Average score based on 8 reviews | 88 |
| Lowest score by dongknows.com | 88 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
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:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Compatible with all major cable internet providers with internet speed up to 1Gbps. Currently certified with Spectrum and Cox (up to 1Gbps), Xfinity (up to 800Mbps). Not compatible with Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, DSL providers, DirecTV, DISH and any bundled voice service.
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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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