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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 10860 reviews

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  • Connection Quality

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Performance

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Setup

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers highly value the SURFboard SB6190 modem for its speed and overall performance. Many find it easy to use and set up, and appreciate its price point. While some users reported experiencing lag, others mentioned the modem does not generate excessive heat.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Setup

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Much needed upgrade

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

    I bought this modem because my ISP modem was no longer compatible with their new system. Setup was easy. I plugged it in power cable, hooked up the coax cable, and called the ISP to give them the MAC address. Once all that was done I was up and running within 5-10 min.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Old Motorola Surfboard Died

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

    After 3 1/2 years my old Surfboard (they were labeled from Motorola then, now it's called Arris). I bought this to replace it. While I was at it, I replaced the switch and bought some Cat 6 cables as well. WOW! I'm speedtesting downloads almost 30% faster! (I'm on Cox).

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good and fast but lights are BRIGHT

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

    It's a cable modem and seems to be quote fast, a lot faster than the old Comcast one I was using. However, if you put this anywhere that light is going to be an issue (like a bedroom) be aware that the LED lights on it are ABSURDLY bright. I have to throw a shirt over it every night and while the shirt is briefly nice and warm when I put it on, it's not optimal.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Cable Modem

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

    Bought this as an upgrade from renting from Comcast. This along with Google Nest Wifi has made our connection faster and more reliable with everyone spending more time working from home and attending school.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worked perfectly

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

    Worked perfectly after sharing ID with cable company. Increased speed from 50Mbps to 200Mbps because old model couldn't bond as many channels as cable company was providing.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth what I paid

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

    Because I'm a Geek Squad member, I got this on a great sale (more than half off) just before Christmas. Solid product. Works as stated.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bought wrong one for Altice cable

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This one is not compatible with Altice or optimum. The cheaper one works. Call your cable company to see if it is compatible. I saved $10 a month on cable bill. Easy to set up. Just call your cable company and they will guide you

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect

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

    This modem is fantastic! I subscribe to my service for up to 25mbps. Since installing I have had nothing less than 40mbps and have maxed out around 70mbps! For those looking to upgrade, remember this, it's always better to purchase your modem and router separately.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Upgraded Cable Modem

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

    Our cable modem was very old and were looking to update our internet speed. Needed a new modem and this one fit the bill. Works flawlessly.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice Spectrum compatible Modem

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

    Purchased this modem to replace the one that we had from Charter at our house for the past 15 years - paid rental on that one the whole time. Now this one is in place so no rental fee! Easy set up and is working great.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works exactly as advertised without any issues at all.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Greatest Low-Cost Cable Modem Approved by Xfinity

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

    Works great with Xfinity cable. Maximum internet thruput 1000Gbps. More than you will ever need.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works great

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

    Easy set-up and great connection. Has improved our internet experience.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Docsis 3.0 with 32x8

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

    all modems are the same right? ...WRONG. New innovative ways of delivering packets through a wire are why internet speeds get faster. I was getting 75mps on my old Netgear. I am getting 180mps with this. Only chose this brand because it was on sale.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fastest modem available

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

    This is the fastest modem readily available. Be aware that not all current cable systems are utilizing all the bonded channels currently, but will likely implement soon to get gigabit speeds over the current cable network. This is the best future-proof modem available right now.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice Replacement for rented hardware

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

    I have a 400mg down connection and around 25 wireless devices connected to my google mesh network and a network switch with multiple wired connections. This modem made my internet more efficient and actually fixed an issue that my ISP wouldn't even fix.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great buy

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

    It was recommended by the BestBuy associate that I upgrade my modem from the old one I had from the cable company when I bought the eero 6 AX1800. I’m glad I did. Performance has improved throughout our home.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Adequate Cable Modem

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

    Cable service provider updates necessitated the purchase of a new modem. Best Buy staff assited with locating the unit we needed to get up to date and enable the full potential if what we pay for. It's a night and day difference from what we had. Definitely satisfied.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Work Great, Better than Rated Speed

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

    My old Asus modem seemed to have an issue with the ethernet port. This modem solved my problem, and I get over the rated speed regularly. I have had no issues.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good modem

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

    We bought this modem because of Spectrum/ Time Warner wouldn't acknowledge our other modem for 100 mbsp...so we got this one to make sure we had no issues. Spectrum/ Time Warner do not make it easy for anyone who doesn't take their products. We beat them with this modem.

    I would recommend this to a friend