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  • Front. ARRIS - SURFboard S33 32 x 8 DOCSIS 3.1 Multi-Gig Cable Modem with 2.5 Gbps Ethernet Port - White.
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ARRIS - SURFboard S33 32 x 8 DOCSIS 3.1 Multi-Gig Cable Modem with 2.5 Gbps Ethernet Port - White

Model:
S33
SKU:
6425831
Highly rated by customers for:
$199.00

Customer reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 2093 reviews

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  • Connection Quality

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Performance

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Setup

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers love the SURFboard S33 modem for its speed and overall performance, with many reporting it supports their high-speed internet plans and delivers blazing fast speeds. The modem is also praised for its ease of use and setup, especially with the Xfinity app, and its 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port. Some customers have noted concerns about the modem's heat and price.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Nice cable modem

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is one of the easiest modems to setup that I have come across. Only downside is that you can’t mount it to the wall but not a deal breaker.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Worked great! But died!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Humming sound and no internet. Lasted 2.5 years. Now I am outside of warranty.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Surfboard

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Found it very easy to add to my system, also cost was great !

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Fantastic for spectrum gigabit

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had spectrum constant internet drops (daily). After purchasing this modem I have solid gigabit service.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Great cable modem

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s been installed for a couple weeks. Easy set up and great for high speed internet. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    So Far So Good

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The router is working well so far with no issues..

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Finally a modem that doesn’t look horrible

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Much better than the unreliable modems that come with Mediacom service. My internet stopped dropping out as soon as I hooked this up. Much recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ethernet port

    Excellent value, way better than leasing

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works exactly as advertised. Love the fact that I save $14 / month for not having to lease from Comcast. Definitely worth it in the long run!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • modern

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was looking to upgrade my modem and this allowed me to do that at affordable price you'll need to add a router for additional devices.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Excellent!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My favorite DOCSIS 3.1 modem and I'm an IT guy! MUCH better than the 8200! Works with Cox and other cable internet providers

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Modem

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great and is everything was looking for easy to set up

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Installing the modem (Internet Provider (IP) = Spectrum) was quick and easy. This is a huge improvement over the equipment provided by Spectrum.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    great little modem

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    works like a charm, i get 600 mbps without being hardlined

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Modem

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product. Im getting 1.2 gbs on on my gig service.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    So far so good

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far so good. Haven't had any complaints. I mhope it stays that way!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Arris S33 Surfboard

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Simple instructions, easy to set up. I would recommend this to others.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Good for the money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works really well. It was easy to set up, but had to call windstream to have it activated which was to most difficult part. Can’t seem to get 1gbps performance though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Speedy little modem

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Handles 400+ mbits greatly. Has a second port for a 2nd IP if that's your thing. Works good with spectrum. Very small form factor.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Highly Recommended

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My internet speeds have increased! I can now have up 10 devices connected simultaneously without experiencing and dropout in performance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Nice and fast

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This modem is a must have if you have gigabyte internet speed. I highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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