NETGEAR Nighthawk Modem WiFi Router Combo C7000-Compatible with Cable Providers Including Xfinity by Comcast, Spectrum, Cox for Plans Up to 800Mbps | AC1900 WiFi Speed | DOCSIS 3.0

So I've always been contemplating the switch from having to rent a cable modem router to owning one and never really went all in until this purchase. Yeah, it takes a some time to get your return back but it goes by pretty quick when you think about it. I mean I started thinking about it years ago.....So I'd say about a year ago I did try when I saw a deal on an ARRIS Surfboard SBG6580 (certified refurbished). I paid somewhere around $76 with tax and thought I could make this back in less than a year considering I pay $11 and some change a month renting a unit from Xfinity. It was a bit of a hassle getting it registered as I had to call Xfinity and provide them with key pieces of information specific to the router to get it activated. Got it activated and noticed the speeds were horrendous despite it's advertised properties. It's been awhile now so I can't say specifically what it's speed was but only that it was going way slower than the rented unit from Xfinity. So needless to say I said screw it and returned the ARRIS unit and stuck with the rented one. In all honesty, it may have been that it was a refurbished unit but if it says certified then in my mind it should run like new.Fast forward to present day and I though I'd give it one more go. Started to do some research and found the Netgear N600 C3700 cable modem router combo. Saw that it was in a whole bunch of various top 10 lists for lower to mid end ranged units and went for it. Setup was a breeze as all I did was hook it up via ethernet to my laptop and inputted the required information. Activation was almost immediate and I was off an running within 10 minutes of unboxing it. Note to those of you who don't have a laptop or computer with ethernet connection availability, you'll have to do it the old fashioned way and call up your provider for activation. This is for Netgear products, can't say the same for other brands as I don't have experience on others aside from ARRIS, which at that time I don't recall there being a direct ethernet option.Well, same story, I was getting horrible speeds over wi-fi in the range of 5-20 mbps download and maybe 1-2 mbps upload. If I was in the same room near the router I would be on the higher end of the spectrum but as soon as I went to another room it would drop off in speed significantly. So this time around I though I'd just scrap this unit and go for a higher end expensive unit. Did some more research and found the Nighthawk.Read all sorts of positive reviews on this unit and I can confidently say this thing rocks!Setup was no different than the other N600. Plugged it directly into my laptop via ethernet and followed the steps.Did numerous tests over a few days and speeds are at a constant 53 -56 mbps download and 5.78 -5.95 mbps upload. My service level from Xfinity is 60 Mbps download and 6 up so this thing is right on target. I moved around to different areas of my house and experienced very little to no speed variations.So long story short, everything about this unit is excellent. Simple set up, blazing speeds with little to no drop with distance (strong signal), options for multiple wi fi's, small footprint and extremely light.It's not built like a tank but what does that matter as it's not like you're going to be moving it around on a daily basis or even interacting with it at all for that matter once it's installed. I liked the fact that it's sleek looking, small, and light.I have to say that when it comes to cable modem routers, it's best to fork out a little more and go high end because you really do get what you pay for.It may be a tad expensive at ~$180 + tax but it's damn worth every penny. Now instead of paying myself back from having to rent a unit in 6 months I'm at more like 16 months but time flies so who really cares?

After many other modems this one finally worked

I’ve been using the NETGEAR modem/router combo for a few months, and it has exceeded my expectations in every way. Right out of the box, the setup was incredibly straightforward. The instructions were clear, and I was able to get everything up and running in under 10 minutes. NETGEAR’s app made configuration simple, even for someone who isn’t a tech expert.In terms of performance, this modem/router provides fast and reliable internet across multiple devices, with no issues when streaming HD videos, working from home, or even online gaming. The range is impressive, covering my whole home without any noticeable drop in signal, even in the farthest rooms.One feature I love is the built-in security options. The parental controls give me peace of mind, allowing me to manage internet access across devices and set up filters for family members. The firewall and other security measures are robust but easy to adjust, so I feel confident my network is secure.Also worth noting, I had a question about compatibility with my ISP, and NETGEAR’s customer service was quick and helpful. It’s reassuring to know support is there if I ever run into issues.Overall, this NETGEAR modem/router combo is a solid choice for anyone looking for a reliable, high-performance device. Highly recommend!

When I first bought this modem, Phoenix Cox representations (3 of them over a 4 hour span) could not get this model to activate. I was determined to return it. I even left a bad review saying it was not compatible. However, I have seen so many dishonest people goofing off in light of the Covid-19, I decided to hold unto it for a little while longer until some normalcy returned and I could telephone them again. The results?This is a great model. I have the Cox Preferred plan which is 150 mbs per second and it registers at 143 mbs. I am also able to stream my netflix and Hulu without the degradation now. It will not go as fast as 500 or even 400 as some people have alleged however (at least not here in Phoenix). They did a "test run" to see if it could reach that speed and determined it would only go as far as 300 mbs, which still is not bad. I just don't wanna spend more than I am already spending.So, great modem so far. Just make sure you call DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS so you don't get the runaround by Cox staff who may not really want to help you after hours in light of Covid.One one last thing. The instructions for the model tell you how to activate. But, those instructions do not work because for Cox, you have to actually telephone them. They ask for the serial number and MAC address and then they will activate it for you (another reason to call during normal business hours). The CRS I spoke to was awesome.

I’ve had this modem/router for over 6 years. I used it with two different providers and it worked great. It WiFi signal is strong, but some products had trouble getting a strong signal, but it could have been because I moved them to the basement. The set up is easy and simple, changing preferences is also quick and simple. When and if I have to buy another modem router I will be looking at netgear again. Definitely obtained my loyalty with its performance.

Works great