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Experts recommend Netgear CM400 more than Netgear Nighthawk C7000
As of 2 Apr 2024, experts prefer Netgear CM400 over Netgear Nighthawk C7000, but both Modems have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Netgear CM400 received 1 recommendation: from The Strategist (18 Feb 2021). Netgear Nighthawk C7000 was also endorsed 1 times: by Networks Hardware (2 Jul 2022). However, experts generally ranked Netgear Nighthawk C7000 lower than Netgear CM400 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Modem |
Popular Mechanics  | Wirecutter  | Lifewire  | approvedmodems.org  | HighSpeedInternet  | BestReviews  | Networks Hardware  | Tom's Guide  | PC Guide  | The Strategist  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | N/A | Check price |  Netgear CM400 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 |
| 33 | N/A | $200 |  Netgear Nighthawk C7000 The Netgear Nighthawk C7000 router is a reliable and high-performing option for medium-sized homes or offices with up to 30 devices, offering parental controls, double firewall protection, and a guest network feature for added security. | - | - | - | - | - | - | 9 | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 18 Feb 2021 The Strategist ranked Netgear CM400 as #3
Rank Modem Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 9 Netgear CM400 Best cable modem for easy setup... ... ... Source: nymag.com - On 2 Jul 2022 Networks Hardware ranked Netgear Nighthawk C7000 as #9
Rank Modem Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 9 Netgear Nighthawk C7000 Runner UpSource: networkshardware.com
After counting and adding up the 60 expert endorsements of the April rankings, Netgear CM400 outranks Netgear Nighthawk C7000. This is not to say that Netgear Nighthawk C7000 is a bad option. Like Netgear CM400, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Netgear CM400 
Netgear Nighthawk C7000 
| Rank | Change | Price | Modem | Popular Mechanics | Wirecutter | Lifewire | approvedmodems.org | HighSpeedInternet | BestReviews | Networks Hardware | Tom's Guide | PC Guide | The Strategist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | +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. | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | - |
| 2 | -1 | $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. | 5 | - | 2 | - | 3 | - | 2 | - | 1 | - |
| 3 | +1 | $129 |  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 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 5 | - | - | 9 |
| 4 | +1 | $167 |  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. | - | - | - | 5 | - | 4 | - | - | 3 | 1 |
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Expert reviews [1]
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 1
Expert reviews [13]
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 8
| Highest score by notontop.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 13 reviews | 90 |
| Lowest score by approvedmodems.org | 80 |
Score distribution:
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- COMPATIBLE WITH ALL MAJOR CABLE INTERNET PROVIDERS: Including certification by Xfinity by Comcast, COX, and Spectrum. NOT compatible with Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, DSL providers, DirecTV, DISH and any bundled voice service.
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- Save monthly rental fees: Model C7000 replaces your cable modem and Wi-Fi router, saving you up to 168 dollars/year in equipment rental fees.
- Speeds by carrier: Xfinity (up to 800Mbps), Cox (up to 500Mbps), Spectrum (up to 400Mbps).
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Netgear CM400 is a very popular and one of the cheapest options. It's in the top 3 bestselling modems and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Netgear CG3000D or Frontier Fios G1100 .
Netgear CM400 is $83.01 less expensive than an average modem ($99).
Netgear Nighthawk C7000 is a very popular and one of the most expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling modems and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Motorola B12 or Arris Touchstone TG1672G .
Netgear Nighthawk C7000 is $100.99 more expensive than an average modem ($99).
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