The 2019 Best Modem Router Combos No More Monthly Rentals1. NETGEAR Nighthawk C7000
Deal ‘ 2/2.1654.jpg ‘ NETGEAR Nighthawk C7000 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 modem Dual-band AC (2.4 + 5) 248 channel Data Transfer Rate: 960 Mbps cable 1.9 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Spectrum Cox CableONE and more Ethernet / USB Ports: 4/1 (1x USB 2.0) Dimensions (W x H x D): 11.6 x 11 x 3.9 in Wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Spectrum Cox While the issues of reliability are far away and few in between NETGEAR support is particularly unknown as being the best in the business. It is not a cheap solution but definitely worth considering the mix of features and performance on offer. Pros: Wide ISP support DOCSIS 3.0 248 channel bonding Can be combined with other Cons routers: approved only for speeds up to 500 Mbps NETGEAR does not support the best in class
2. TP-Link Archer CR1900 “2/2.1655.jpg” TP-Link Archer CR1900 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 modem dual-band AC (2.4 + 5) 248 channel bonding Beamforming 1 GHz dual-core CPU 6 internal antennas Wireless Protocols: 802.11ac Data Transfer Rate: 500 Mbps cable 1.9 Gbps wireless No. of Ethernet / USB Ports: 4/2 (2x USB 2.0) Dimensions (W x H x D): 14.3 x 10.5 x 3.9 Gbps wireless No. of Ethernet / USB Ports: It is approved on most U.S. ISP networks for speeds of up to 500 Mbps and the DOCSIS 3.0 support means it will be future-proofed for at least a few years down the line. The Archer CR1900 sports dedicated CPUs to manage incoming and outgoing traffic so that there is no delay while streaming and playing HD or 4 K videos. Like any TP-Link router, you are getting a TP-Link Tether App that helps manage the router’s functions from your smartphone. While the Archer CR1900 works with all approved cable providers, make sure to check before ordering one with your ISP. It is known that some ISP settings do not play well with that router. However, a good thing with this device is that the range is very good and the need to use separate Wi-Fi extenders is eliminated. Features: DOCSIS 3.0 Dual-band AC modem (2.4 + 5) 164 channel bonding Built-in firewall Beamforming 3 internal antennas Wireless Protocols:802.11ac Data Transfer Rate: 250 300 Mbps cable 1.9 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Cox Charter Spectrum Time Warner and more Ethernet / USB Ports:4/0 $149.99 The Motorola MG7550 works as a good Comcast mod. The modem part thereof supports speeds of up to 300 Mbps while the wireless dual-band AC has a theoretical maximum bandwidth of up to 1.9 Gbps. It has internal antennas amplified by Wi-Fi power amplifiers, which deliver high performance within the limits of legal power. Support for AnyBeam beamforming means there should be no problem reaching customers in the corners or behind obstacles. The MG7550 supports upstream 16 channels, and downstream 4. While this may be less than the 24-channel bonding offered in this list by some others, it does not make any difference in day-to-day use unless a large number of customers are connected. The web interface allows you to easily configure and activate your ISP’s service. Just be aware there are reports that ISPs can change the web interface’s admin password. Motorola has yet to tackle this problem. Pros: Wide ISP compatibility Wi-Fi Power Boost Beamforming Parental Controls Cons: No ISP USB port can change password 4 for the UI. ARRIS Surfboard SBG7600AC2
“2/2.1657.jpg” ARRIS Surfboard SBG7600AC2 Features: 328 channel bonding Beamforming Built-in McAfee Data Transfer Suite Rate: 680 Mbps cable 2.3 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Cox Spectrum No. of Ethernet / USB Ports: 4/1 (1x USB 3.0) Dimensions (W x H x D): 6.4 x 8.7 x 2 in $169.98 A Also, the firmware of the Surfboard SBG7600AC2 is pretty feature-rich and allows control of most hardware aspects. This combo of modem routers is compatible with most cable ISPs. As expected it is not working with ATT Verizon or CenturyLink offerings. The ARRIS Surfboard performance-wise gets the job done perfectly with no problems. If you know you’re not going to change your cable provider and want a trouble-free modem router combo, then the ARRIS Surfboard SBG7600AC2 is the one to opt for but watch out for some reported latency flaws due to the Intel Puma 6 chipset onboard. Pros: 32 Ultimate ISP compatibility channel bonding Cons: latency issues
5. NETGEAR C6250-C6250Ethernet / USB Ports No.: 2/1 (1x USB 2.0) Dimensions (W x H x D):11.7 x 10.05 x 3.15 at $119.98 The NETGEAR C6250 is one of the best modem router combos recommended for multimedia gaming or streaming. It supports a maximum theoretical output of 680 Mbps on cable and 1.6 Gbps on the wireless. The built-in USB port allows for the sharing of media with other connected clients via a USB drive or NAS storage. It works with most of the cable providers but always check to confirm compliance with your local operator. It’s also incredibly easy to connect wired peripherals with the dual Gigabit Ethernet ports. Performance-wise there are not many downsides to this router. However it is only licensed for speeds of up to 300 Mbps so it is best to look at other options if you have chosen faster plans. Also be sure to notify your ISP in particular Comcast and confirm whether or not your modem router has been registered in their database. Otherwise after a few days of use you might become disconnected. Cons: Just 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports
6 supported before 300 Mbps. NETGEAR N600
Offer “2/2.1659.jpg” Features: DOCSIS 3.0 Dual-band AC modem (2.4 + 5) 84 channel bonding USB media sharing Guest Network Access DLNA Wireless Protocols: 802.11ac Data Transfer Rate: 340 Mbps cable 0.6 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Cox Spectrum CableONE No. Ethernet / USB Ports: 2/1 (1x USB 2.0) $99.99?$5.0094.9999. If you opt for a more expensive option it may take some time before the router starts to pay for itself. However by option for a router less than $100, you can accelerate that process. The NETGEAR N600 fits that kind of scenario. The N600 will make your internet connection rent-free in under 10 months for less than $100. Not skimping on too many features either. You get the same parental controls and USB media sharing support from DOCSIS 3.0, as found in some of the more expensive options. It also works great out of the box with most ISPs particularly Comcast. But few compromises do exist. The N600 is only approved for speeds up to 340 Mbps and although it is a dual-band AC router the combined output is only 600 Mbps. It also supports only 8 upstream and 4 downstream channels at the same time so those channels can get crowded quickly if you’re a heavy user. The NETGEAR N600 is still hard to miss for a no-frills all-in – one solution. Pros: Economical USB media sharing Wide ISP support Cons: Lower speeds than the competition Only 8 Ultimately available 7 channel bonding. Motorola MD1600
“2/2.1660.jpg” Motorola MD1600 Features: DLNA surge and lightning protection ADSL / VDSL modem+router While the MD1600 is said to be compatible with CenturyLink and Frontier, it does not work with Verizon or ATT. It does not work with services using either bonded VDSL / ADSL or VDSL-Vectoring, either. We suggest you check compatibility with your DSL provider before you buy this modem. Motorola is known for its customer service so on that basis you shouldn’t face problems. Also ensure the latest firmware updates are downloaded to ensure better compatibility with your provider. Pros: VDSL / ADSL modem+router Works with most DSL providers Cons: Not Verizon or ATT compatible
8. Motorola MG7700 “2/2.1661.jpg” Motorola MG7700 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 Dual-band AC modem (2.4 + 5) 248 channel bonding Built-in firewall Wireless Protocols:802.11ac Data Transfer Rate: 650 Mbps cable 1.9 Gbps wireless No. of Ethernet / USB Ports:4/0 Dimensions (W x H x D): 8.6 x 9 x 2.6 in $169.99 If you are looking for a fully loaded modem space, please click here for more information. Comcast Xfinity supports the MG7700 but can also partner with other cable service providers such as Cox and Charter Spectrum. With 24 upstream and 8 downstream channels, you can be sure your cable connection’s full potential will be utilized. The built-in dual band AC router provides a maximum 1.9 Gbps throughput which should be adequate to power most wired devices at home. The MG7700 can be easily configured using a web interface, and it also offers built-in parental controls for firewalls and access to the guest network. Note that while Motorola says this works for Charter Spectrum Spectrum, this model has yet to be officially approved. Besides that there’s little to complain about. There are no USB ports, so that this device can’t work as a media server. The range for the wireless antenna is good and they should be able to easily cover a home of moderate size. Cons: Not enabled with Spectrum
9. Motorola MT7711
“2/2.1662.jpg” Features: DOCSIS 3.0 Dual-band AC modem (2.4 + 5) 248 channel bonding Built-in firewall Wireless Protocols:802.11ac Data Transfer Rate: 400 Mbps cable 1.9 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity No. Ethernet / USB Ports:4/010. 10. ARRIS Surfboard SBG10
“2/2.1663.jpg” ARRIS Surfboard SBG10 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 Dual-band AC modem (2.4 + 5) 168 channel bonding Built-in firewall Beamforming Data Transfer Rate: 686 Mbps cable 1.6 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Cox Charter Spectrum Time Warner and more No. Ethernet / USB Ports: 2/0 Dimensions (W x H x D): 6.76 Gbps wireless ISP Support: You only get two Gigabit Ethernet ports so you have to be cautious when connecting wired devices. There is also no USB port so that storage devices or printers can not be shared over the network. The Surfboard SBG10 will fit the bill when you are looking at a basic no-frills setup for your Comcast or other cable link. Pros: Good speeds Supports most Cons US cable providers: Only 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports No
11 USB port. NETGEAR C3000 Offer ‘ 2/2.1664.jpg ‘ NETGEAR C3000 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless-N (2.4) 84 channel bonding USB media sharing Guest Network Access DLNA Wireless Protocols: 802.11n Data Transfer Rate: 340 Mbps cable 300 Mbps wireless No. of Ethernet / USB Ports: 2/1 (1x USB 2.0) Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.45 x 7.6 x 1.63 in $94.99?$59.999$35.00) The C3000 offers a DOCSIS 3.0 modem with 8 upstream and 4 downstream channels-not very high specs, but should be sufficient for basic internet needs. The maximal supported cable speed is 340 Mbps. In addition, the C3000 incorporates an integrated wireless-N router with a maximum throughput of up to 300 Mbps. While wireless-N has a sufficiently good range, its bandwidth is limited, so this is not an ideal purchase for those connecting too many devices that bandwidth the hog network. However the wireless-N implementation of NETGEAR is not the ideal model out there so you can notice performance drops as you move further away from the router forcing you to consider investing in a mesh network as well. Even if the cable speed is capped at 340 Mbps, the performance is fairly consistent. The NETGEAR C3000 is very simple and straightforward to set up. The firmware displays a status overview and also offers advanced setup options. You can use the NETGEAR Genie app for easy control on your smartphone too. The NETGEAR C3000 offers good performance for the price but is still slightly on the higher side. If you’re very inclined towards an all-in – one solution, we would still recommend that. Features: ADSL 2/2 + modem Enabled firewall Parental controls Wireless-N Wireless Protocols: 802.11ac Data Transfer Rate: 24 Mbps cable 300 Mbps wireless ISP Support: CenturyLink and other DSL providers No. of Ethernet / USB Ports: 4/0 $69.99?$40.00$29.99 Actiontec may not be the first brand to be considered while looking for a modem router combo, but this is not the first brand to be considered. Cable and fiber offer much better speeds and consistency but the Actiontec GT784WN might be worthy of consideration if you still stick to the archaic DSL line for some reason. The Actiontec GT784WN bundles three components into one an ADSL router and a wireless-N router with four-port Gigabit Ethernet switch. Please note that this is strictly an ADSL router and is not working with cable service providers like Comcast. It is very easy to set up the GT784WN but the initial setup requires that a PC be connected to the Ethernet port. Performance on wireless connection is acceptable for the price. You don’t get fancy features like beamforming but you get a built-in firewall and parental controls. The default wireless connection is fairly stable and is not intermittent. For wired networking you have 4 Ethernet ports but absolutely no USB ports. Still for those holding on to their DSL connections, the Actiontec GT784WN is one of the strongest modem-router combinations at a cheap price. Pros: Good wireless performance at an affordable price Cons: No USB ports No advanced Wi-Fi 13. ARRIS Surfboard SBG6950AC2
Offer ‘ 2/2.1666.jpg ‘ ARRIS Surfboard SBG6950AC2 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 modem Dual-band AC (2.4 + 5) 164 channel bonding USB media sharing Guest Network Access McAfee Secure Whole Home Internet Data Transfer Rate: 686 Mbps cable 1.9 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Cox Spectrum CableONE No. One cosmetic design flaw is that the LEDs are too bright at night and can be distracting. They can be switched off in the Settings but the options are not immediately obvious. The SBG6950AC2 is easily one of the best modem router combos near the $100 mark except for that slight annoyance. Pros: Good performance Fast Wi-Fi Cons: LED lights can get unusually bright Dear readers who would all be considering buying in 2019 for our list of the best modem-router combo. If you have any further questions please feel free to post a comment below. We will make every effort to provide a timely response.10. 10. ARRIS Surfboard SBG10
“2/2.1663.jpg” ARRIS Surfboard SBG10 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 Dual-band AC modem (2.4 + 5) 168 channel bonding Built-in firewall Beamforming Data Transfer Rate: 686 Mbps cable 1.6 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Cox Charter Spectrum Time Warner and more No. Ethernet / USB Ports: 2/0 Dimensions (W x H x D): 6.76 Gbps wireless ISP Support: You only get two Gigabit Ethernet ports so you have to be cautious when connecting wired devices. There is also no USB port so that storage devices or printers can not be shared over the network. The Surfboard SBG10 will fit the bill when you are looking at a basic no-frills setup for your Comcast or other cable link. Pros: Good speeds Supports most Cons US cable providers: Only 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports No
11 USB port. NETGEAR C3000 Offer ‘ 2/2.1664.jpg ‘ NETGEAR C3000 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless-N (2.4) 84 channel bonding USB media sharing Guest Network Access DLNA Wireless Protocols: 802.11n Data Transfer Rate: 340 Mbps cable 300 Mbps wireless No. of Ethernet / USB Ports: 2/1 (1x USB 2.0) Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.45 x 7.6 x 1.63 in $94.99?$59.999$35.00) The C3000 offers a DOCSIS 3.0 modem with 8 upstream and 4 downstream channels-not very high specs, but should be sufficient for basic internet needs. The maximal supported cable speed is 340 Mbps. In addition, the C3000 incorporates an integrated wireless-N router with a maximum throughput of up to 300 Mbps. While wireless-N has a sufficiently good range, its bandwidth is limited, so this is not an ideal purchase for those connecting too many devices that bandwidth the hog network. However the wireless-N implementation of NETGEAR is not the ideal model out there so you can notice performance drops as you move further away from the router forcing you to consider investing in a mesh network as well. Even if the cable speed is capped at 340 Mbps, the performance is fairly consistent. The NETGEAR C3000 is very simple and straightforward to set up. The firmware displays a status overview and also offers advanced setup options. You can use the NETGEAR Genie app for easy control on your smartphone too. The NETGEAR C3000 offers good performance for the price but is still slightly on the higher side. If you’re very inclined towards an all-in – one solution, we would still recommend that. Features: ADSL 2/2 + modem Enabled firewall Parental controls Wireless-N Wireless Protocols: 802.11ac Data Transfer Rate: 24 Mbps cable 300 Mbps wireless ISP Support: CenturyLink and other DSL providers No. of Ethernet / USB Ports: 4/0 $69.99?$40.00$29.99 Actiontec may not be the first brand to be considered while looking for a modem router combo, but this is not the first brand to be considered. Cable and fiber offer much better speeds and consistency but the Actiontec GT784WN might be worthy of consideration if you still stick to the archaic DSL line for some reason. The Actiontec GT784WN bundles three components into one an ADSL router and a wireless-N router with four-port Gigabit Ethernet switch. Please note that this is strictly an ADSL router and is not working with cable service providers like Comcast. It is very easy to set up the GT784WN but the initial setup requires that a PC be connected to the Ethernet port. Performance on wireless connection is acceptable for the price. You don’t get fancy features like beamforming but you get a built-in firewall and parental controls. The default wireless connection is fairly stable and is not intermittent. For wired networking you have 4 Ethernet ports but absolutely no USB ports. Still for those holding on to their DSL connections, the Actiontec GT784WN is one of the strongest modem-router combinations at a cheap price. Pros: Good wireless performance at an affordable price Cons: No USB ports No advanced Wi-Fi 13. ARRIS Surfboard SBG6950AC2
Offer ‘ 2/2.1666.jpg ‘ ARRIS Surfboard SBG6950AC2 Features: DOCSIS 3.0 modem Dual-band AC (2.4 + 5) 164 channel bonding USB media sharing Guest Network Access McAfee Secure Whole Home Internet Data Transfer Rate: 686 Mbps cable 1.9 Gbps wireless ISP Support: Comcast Xfinity Cox Spectrum CableONE No. One cosmetic design flaw is that the LEDs are too bright at night and can be distracting. They can be switched off in the Settings but the options are not immediately obvious. The SBG6950AC2 is easily one of the best modem router combos near the $100 mark except for that slight annoyance. Pros: Good performance Fast Wi-Fi Cons: LED lights can get unusually bright Dear readers who would all be considering buying in 2019 for our list of the best modem-router combo. If you have any further questions please feel free to post a comment below. We will make every effort to provide a timely response.