Modem/router reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 159 Reddit reviews across 26 subreddits and 69 posts to rank the best Modem/router brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/HomeNetworking, r/Columbus, r/cordcutters, r/tmobileisp, r/Comcast_Xfinity. Top-rated brands include Arris (4.4/5), Netgear (4.3/5), TP-Link (4.2/5).

Stats
Reviews159
Subreddits26
Posts69
Brands50
Products76
Top communities
r/HomeNetworking36r/Columbus14r/cordcutters12r/tmobileisp12r/Comcast_Xfinity10
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#1

Arris

4.4
(29)
"Modem: Arris s34"
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"Just replace an older SB1690 with the new S34 and am very pleased with it"
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"Arris DOCSIS 3.1 S33 or S34"
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"Arris S33 is the one I use and have had no issues with it."
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"You can pick up an Arris SB8200 or Motorola 8611 for under 50."
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"Currently running a combination of an Arris S33 modem and Eero Mesh 6 Router."
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"You can get a used Arris sb6183 for like $15-$20 on ebay."
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"I use an Arris SB8200 for a modem, which is rock solid and will get you up to one gigabit service."
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"Check out the Arris SB8200 or the S33."
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"The two most commonly recommended modems for ≥1Gb speeds are the Arris S33 and Motorola MB8611."
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#2

Netgear

4.3
(25)
"I’ve been very happy with it."
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"It is really good."
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"Works great, and has given me no trouble."
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"Netgear CM1000V2 - on the Comcast recommended list."
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"I have the Netgear nighthawk mesh system, and I run 7 different Sonos devices all on wifi."
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"I use an R8000 with mine so I can run FreshTomato and do everything I want."
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"I bought a Netgear CM1000 and it's been great."
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"I bought a Netgear Nighthawk 1800 about a year ago. Really nice speeds."
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"I bought a $110 netgear at Walmart and it works fine for wifi 7 and 400 mbs service."
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"Modem: Netgear CM2500 or CM3000"
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#4

ASUS

4.6
(7)
"ASUS ROG Rapture GT6"
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"I order an ASUS AX86U."
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"I’d look to the Asus models."
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"Right now the best combo is the new LV65 + a 3rd party router with full IPv6 support and 2.5Gbps ports to support mmWave speeds."
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"I like ASUS a lot, but I’ve never tried their mesh."
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"Asus routers are great."
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"For mesh I’d recommend something from ASUS or TP-Link."
#5

Eero

4.1
(7)
"I use an Eero Pro with my Spectrum modem. The Eero works flawlessly and is very easy to set up."
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"My 10Gb EERO MAX 7 arrived today. 2 10Gb ports & 2 2.5Gb ports."
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"Any eero router if you want sqm (very good if you game) and good software"
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"Eero is a good choice for beginners."
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"If it's leaptel, get the Eero 6 that they supply as it is managed and it will be easier for you if they have to trouble shoot."
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"You will need a mesh network. Can go nerdy like ubiquiti using AP, or just a eero type mesh."
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"60$ used Eero on Amazon"
#6

Hitron

4.1
(7)
"Buy a Hitron Coda modem on Amazon. It is Docsis 3.1."
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"Hitron Technologies CODA56 DOCSIS 3.1 Up to 2.33 Gbps Up to 455 Mbps"
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"Hitron Technologies CODA DOCSIS 3.1 Up to 934 Mbps Up to 456 Mbps"
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"Netgear CM3000, Arris S34, Hitron CODA56 etc."
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"Hitron Coda. $99 on Amazon. A modern DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem."
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"If you're in one of Xfinity's enhanced service areas, pick up a Hitron Coda56."
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"It's functionally the same thing as any of the more expensive Netgear or Motorola/Arris DOCSIS 3.1 modems."
#7

Motorola

4.3
(6)
"You can pick up an Arris SB8200 or Motorola 8611 for under 50."
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"For the modem I would choose the Motorola MB8600."
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"The Motorola MB8611 is good for 1GB Xfinity Internet."
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"For a modem I have the Motorola MB8600."
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"I have a Motorola 8600 — will sell it to ya for cheap if you want!"
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"It's been solid and should be supported by both Breezeline and Spectrum."
#8

Asus

4.4
(5)
"The same settings for any of the asus routers should work."
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"Asus Zen WiFi Ax mesh system. Extremely solid signal and covers a 6 bedroom house."
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"I usually recommend this to people - https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/asus-rt-ax54hp-dual-band-ax1800-wi-fi-6-router"
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"Keep the modem from Spectrum and look at a WiFi 6 Asus router."
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"Keep the modem from Spectrum and look at a WiFi 6 Asus router."
#9

Google

4.8
(4)
"I’m having a lot of success with the Nest Pro"
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"It's a nice and easy mesh router system that works GREAT."
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"+1 for modem mode and I then run a google Wi-Fi hub and been rock solid for years!"
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"I am still using this older version of google wifi mesh."
#10

Modem/Router

2.2
(5)
"Recommend buying a modem and router separately"
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"I would suggest getting a separate modem(only) & router, then you can upgrade either as you need to, instead of paying for the combo device each time."
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"Don't buy a combo, get a separate modem and router."
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"Do not buy combo units. Separate modem and router will give you better performance and more flexibility to upgrade."
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"As far as I know every modem/router combo is trash. Buy separate devices for your modem and router."
#11

Nokia

3.7
(3)
"Nokia and Arcydan are currently the most reliable."
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"Nokia and Arcydan are currently the most reliable."
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"I have the Nokia and it has been reliable but the LCD display is a mess."
#13

Unifi

5.0
(2)
"Get access points and connect them all via ethernet to a central switch. I can recommend Unifi for access points and switches."
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"Unifi hardware is pretty expensive but worth every penny."
#14

Ubiquiti

5.0
(2)
"Ubiquiti Dream Machine SE - Internet Gateway (Router) ... It's very powerful and can handle 1Gbps+ internet."
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"Switched to Ubiquiti UniFi when the wifi in my Asus device got intermittent."
#15

eero

5.0
(2)
"Bought the eero 6 pro 3 pack and it’s been seemless since. Very happy."
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"I use eero pro. Works great."
#16

Mesh System

4.5
(2)
"Also I have a mesh system and not once have I experienced lagging on streaming or dropping from my Sonos app."
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"It may be worth it to get a mesh router system instead."
#17

Mikrotik

4.5
(2)
"Mikrotik Chateau 5G AX, router/wifi access point/switch/all-in-one super device."
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"I use the older ARM32-powered wAP AC LTE6 US Kit... wired into the Winegard AIr360+"
#18

GL.iNet

4.5
(2)
"You could use the combination of your unlimited mobile phone's data tethered via a USB cable to a GLINet Flint1/$99 or Flint2/$149 router flashed with OpenWRT firmware."
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"I'm thinking about the GLINET gateway myself. I like the idea of having openwrt powering my net."
#19

Spectrum

4.5
(2)
"Spectrum includes a modem in with the service so get that from them and focus on purchasing a router and access points."
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"Spectrum includes a modem with their Internet service which will meet your speed tier."
#20

WiFi 6

4.0
(2)
"I would do WiFi 6."
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"The sweet spot in the market right now is wifi 6 which can easily handle 1000/1000 internet."
#21

Xfinity

4.0
(2)
"That has additional suggestions for 'recommended' devices."
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"Personally, I would recommend NOT using an all-in-one combination Modem+Wifi Router device."
#22

ARRIS

3.5
(2)
"Good options, love the s33. Glad to see you are getting your equipment yourself!"
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"It won't help with Breezeline's terrible service though."
#23

GL.INET

5.0
(1)
"GL.INET MT6000 FLINT 2"
#24

Dell

5.0
(1)
"Coba modem rakitan Dell DW5821e kalau untuk SIM Card"
#25

BL

5.0
(1)
"Of course BL200 + BL201 versi unlock"
#26

CODA

5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend the CODA56 modem. Not too expensive and I get 2350 down 350 up on my 2000/300 plan."
#27

Comcast

5.0
(1)
"Please buy (or lease from Comcast) a DOCSIS 3.1 modem - not 3.0."
#28

Walmart Router

5.0
(1)
"Bought the cheapest router they had at Walmart and have never had any issues."
#29

Ruckus

5.0
(1)
"Avoid mesh products. Try something enterprise grade. Ruckus is great. Ubiquiti if you’re on a budget."
#31

Pepwave

5.0
(1)
"Since you are familiar with Peplink already, the Pepwave Max BR1 Pro 5G."
#32

AVM

5.0
(1)
"Personally, I've been telling everyone to get the fritzbox 7590."
#33

InHand

5.0
(1)
"I typically recommend the InHand 805."
#34

AT&T

4.0
(1)
"Just use the given router/modem given by them. I’m using att fiber and didn’t touch the router/modem."
#35

Inseego

4.0
(1)
"I have an insegoo in pass thru mode now."
#37

Amazon

4.0
(1)
"[Here is what I use](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0977WWVYF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)"
#38

Se06pro

4.0
(1)
"Se06pro and chestertech x65 chip gateways are good."
#39

Router

4.0
(1)
"I'd not waste my time trying to circumvent their equipment, just whack it into Modem mode and use a decent router."
#40

C3510XZ

4.0
(1)
"Get an used C3510XZ on Craigslist. Hardware wise it’s identical to an Asus AX86S."
#41

OpenWRT Router

4.0
(1)
"If you enjoy Home Assistant and tinkering, look for an OpenWRT compatible router."
#42

pfSense

4.0
(1)
"Get an older dell optiplex and throw in a dual 10gig sfp+ card."
#43

Teltonika

4.0
(1)
"Well, I decided to go with a Teltonika RUTX50."
#44

Arris C4000BG

4.0
(1)
"C4000BG (that exact model code) works great, they sell it or lease."
#45

Arris SB

4.0
(1)
"I've had my own SB modem with WoW for a long time before they were bought out and the transition over was smooth"
#46

Sagemcom

4.0
(1)
"I settled for just using the sagecom router because it was giving me best speeds/signal strength."
#47

DOCSIS Modem

3.0
(1)
"Many will support any DOCSIS3.0 modem, but it's best if you check with them"
#48

B320

3.0
(1)
"Mau beli modem router jg, bingung mau b320 apa ruijie rg-ew300t"
#49

OpenWrt

3.0
(1)
"I'm using OpenWrt + Rpi 4 + Waveshare RM520N HAT + Waveform 4x4 MIMO."
#50

Hiltron Technologies

3.0
(1)
"Hiltron Technologies CODA, Hiltron Technologies CODA56."

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