Charter Spectrum Compatible DOCSIS 3.0 and DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modems

Modem list updated November 2018. Prices updated every hour.

(If you're in a former Time Warner/Bright House area and have Spectrum internet, go here to find modems: Time Warner Approved Modems.)

Below are all the modems on the Charter Spectrum Approved Modems List and that can be bought at Amazon, Walmart or Best Buy. We've gone through all of them to find the ones that can be purchased at major retailers.

If you're paying $7 a month to rent a modem from Charter Spectrum, that's $84 a year or $420 over 5 years. You can buy a new one for less than that. There are used ones that will pay for themselves in less than 3 months.

Easy to install. Just hookup modem, open browser window on attached computer and follow the on-screen instructions.

DOCSIS 3.0 and DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modems

Cable Modem Buying Tips and FAQ's

All Charter Spectrum Internet Service subscribers, buy any of these DOCSIS 3.0 or DOCSIS 3.1 modems. If you subscribe to plan up to 100 Mbps, choose a modem with 8 downstream channels to maximize your speed. For plans up to 300 Mbps, buy one with at least 16 downstream channels. For higher speed plans, but a modem with 32 downstream channels. If you have telephone service with Charter Spectrum too, these won't work.

This list also includes minimally qualifed modems. You can read more about that here: Minimally Qualified Modems

All of these modems are high quality and have pretty much the same features, except for number of downstream channels and those with routers built in. So don't worry too much about deciding which one to buy. Price should be a main factor in your buying decision. Buy one now and start saving those rental fees!

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Netgear CM500 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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CM500
Netgear CM500 Specs

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The Netgear CM500 is currently one of the best selling modems and for a good reason. It has 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream, enough for most users.

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  • 4.2/5 (6,672 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Motorola MG7540 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem and AC-1600 WiFi Router

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Motorola MG7540 Specs

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The Motorola MG7540 has a built-in AC-1600 router. Four gigabit ports with 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream. Look also at the MB7550, which has an AC-1900 router.

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  • 4.1/5 (964 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS / Motorola SB6190 SURFBoard DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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SB6190
ARRIS SB6190 Specs

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The ARRIS / Motorola SB6190 has 32 downstream channels and 8 channels upstream. We don't recommend this modem as it has latency problems. See more about that here: Puma 6 Chipset. Take a look at these others: SB6183, TC-7650 and CM600

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  • 4.5/5 (2,903 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear Nighthawk DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem and AC-1900 WiFi Router (C7000)

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Netgear C7000 Specs

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The Netgear C7000 has an AC-1900 WiFi router built-in. It has 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream, plus a USB 2.0 port and 4 gigabit ethernet ports.

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  • 4.2/5 (9,925 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS / Motorola SB6183 SURFBoard DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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ARRIS SB6183 Specs

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The ARRIS / Motorola SB6183 is one of the latest versions in their Surfboard series. With 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream, it can handle all but the fastest internet plans. As the price of this modem has fallen, it's becoming one of the all-time popular modems.

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  • 4.5/5 (8,115 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS SB8200 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem

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ARRIS SB8200 Specs

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The ARRIS SB6200 is a DOCSIS 3.1 modem for the fastest speeds available. Even if you don't have DOCSIS 3.1 service in your area yet, it will work on DOCSIS 3.0 plans and will really future proof if you get faster service. It has 2 Gigabit ports. For DOCSIS 3.0 plans, it has 32 downstream channels and 8 upstream.

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  • 4.0/5 (1,154 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear AC1750 Wireless-AC DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem Router (C6300)

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Netgear C6300 Specs

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The Netgear AC1750 has a built-in dual band wireless-AC1750 router. With 16 downstream channels, 4 upstream. It also has 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports and a USB 2.0 port. We don't recommend this modem as it has latency problems. See more about that here: Puma 6 Chipset

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  • 4.2/5 (9,884 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear CM700 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The Netgear CM700 has 32 downstream channels and 8 upstream. We don't recommend this modem as it has latency problems. See more about that here: Puma 6 Chipset. Take a look at these others: SB6183, TC-7650 and CM600

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  • 4.2/5 (2,630 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Motorola MB7420 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The Motorola MB7420 is another quality modem with 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream. A faster version of this model with 24 downstream channels is the MB7621.

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  • 4.2/5 (1,914 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear N600 WiFi DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem Router (C3700)

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Netgear C3700 Specs

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The Netgear N600 has built-in dual band wireless-N600 router. If you have devices with dual band too, you can get exceptional WiFi speed. It also has 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, a USB 2.0 port and 8 downstream channels, 4 upstream.

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  • 3.7/5 (8,747 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS / Motorola SB6141 SURFBoard DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The ARRIS / Motorola SB6141 has 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. The newer version of the SB6141 is the SB6183, which has twice the maximum download speed of the SB6141.

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  • 4.4/5 (27,661 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear N300 WiFi DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem Router (C3000)

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Netgear C3000 Specs

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The Netgear N300 has a built-in wireless-N300 router. It has 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports plus a USB 2.0 port for attaching a network drive. 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. The CG3000DV2 is basically this modem with a N450 router.

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  • 4.0/5 (7,062 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Motorola MG7310 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem and N300 WiFi Router

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The Motorola MG7310 has a built-in N-300 router. Four gigabit ports with 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. Look also at the MB7315, which has an N-450 router.

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  • 3.5/5 (443 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS SBG7580-AC DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem and AC-1750 Router

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ARRIS SBG7580 Specs

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The ARRIS SBG7580 is one of the faster modems with a built-in AC-1750 router and 4 Gigabit ethernet ports. It has 32 downstream channels and 8 upstream. One of the fastest DOCSIS 3.0 modems available.

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  • 3.6/5 (383 ratings counted at all sellers)

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TP-Link TC-7610 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The TP-Link TC-7610 is a fast modem with 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. Another version of this is the TC-7620, with 16 downstream channels.

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  • 4.1/5 (1,305 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ASUS CM-32 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC2600 WiFi Router

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The ASUS CM-32 has an AC-2600 WiFi router built-in and 32 downstream channels, enough speed for almost all internet plans. Also has 8 upstream channels, a USB 2.0 port and 4 gigabit ports.

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  • 3.7/5 (219 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear C6250 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC-1600 WiFi Router

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The Netgear C6250 comes with an AC-1600 WiFi router built-in. It has a USB 2.0 port to add a network drive. 16 channels downstream and 4 upstream.

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  • 3.9/5 (6,371 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear Nighthawk X45 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem and AC-3200 WiFi Router (C7800)

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The Netgear C7800 is a DOCSIS 3.1 modem with a built-in AC-3200 WiFi router. It's compatible with DOCSIS 3.0 plans, with 32 downstream channels and 8 upstream. It also has 2 USB 3.0 ports. A super fast modem that will work on all internet plans.

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  • 4.0/5 (219 ratings counted at all sellers)

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TP-Link TC-W7960 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with N300 WiFi Router

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The TP-Link TC-W7960 has a built-in N300 WiFi router. Comes with one USB 2.0 port, 4 gigabit ports and has 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream channels. You might want to check out the CR-500, with 16 downstream channels and an AC-1200 router.

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  • 3.0/5 (1,217 ratings counted at all sellers)

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TP-Link TC-7620 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The TP-Link TC-7620 is a fast modem with 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream. Another version of this is the TC-7650, with 24 downstream channels.

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  • 4.1/5 (591 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear CM400 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The Netgear CM400 has 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. You might want to also check out the cm500,with 16 downstream channels and currently one of the best selling modems.

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  • 4.2/5 (2,499 ratings counted at all sellers)

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TP-Link Archer CR700 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC1750 WiFi Router

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The TP-Link CR700 has a built-in AC-1750 WiFi router. Comes with 2 USB 2.0 ports, 4 gigabit ports and has 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream channels. Also take a peek at the CR1900, with 24 downstream channels and an AC-1900 router.

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  • 3.4/5 (763 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS Surfboard SBG7400 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC2350 WiFi Router

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The ARRIS SBG7400 is a very fast modem with an AC-2350 WiFi router built-in. Comes with a USB 2.0 port and 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream.

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  • 4.2/5 (3,874 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Motorola MG7550 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem and AC-1900 WiFi Router

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The Motorola MG7550 has a built-in AC-1900 router. Four gigabit ports with 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream.

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  • 4.3/5 (1,627 ratings counted at all sellers)

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TP-Link TC7650 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The TP-Link TC-7650 is a fast modem with 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream. Fast enough for all internet plans except gigabit ones.

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  • 3.9/5 (225 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear C6220 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC-1200 Wifi Router

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The Netgear C6220 comes with an AC-1200 WiFi router built-in. It has a USB 2.0 port to add a network drive. 8 channels downstream and 4 upstream. Look at the C6250, with 16 downstream channels and an AC-1600 router.

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  • 4.1/5 (2,462 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear CM1000 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem

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The Netgear CM1000 is a DOCSIS 3.1 modem. Compatiable with DOCSIS 3.0 plans, having 32 downstream channels and 8 upstream. One gigabit port.

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  • 4.3/5 (3,022 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Linksys CG7500 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem and AC-1900 WiFi Router

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The LInksys CG7500 has a speedy AC-1900 WiFi router built-in. With 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream, it has plenty of speed for all but the gigabit speed plans.

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  • 3.8/5 (5,171 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS SURFboard SBG6400 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with N300 Wi-Fi Router

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The ARRIS SBG6400 is an updated version of their very popular SBG6580. It has 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. Comes with a N300 WiFi router built in and a USB 2.0 port to add a network drive.

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  • 2.8/5 (1,814 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear N450 WiFi DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem Router (CG3000Dv2)

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The Netgear N450 has built-in wireless-N router, rated at 450 Mbps, faster than the Netgear C3000 which is rated at 300 Mbps. It has 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports and a USB 2.0 port. 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. The C3700 is basically this modem with a N600 router, but only 2 Gigabit ports.

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  • 3.3/5 (2,038 ratings counted at all sellers)

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TP-Link Archer CR1900 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC1900 WiFi Router

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The TP-Link CR1900 has a built-in AC-1900 WiFi router. Comes with 2 USB 2.0 ports, 4 gigabit ports and has 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream channels.

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  • 3.6/5 (35 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Motorola MG7315 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem and N450 WiFi Router

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The Motorola MG7315 has a built-in N-450 router. Four gigabit ports with 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. Look also at the MB7310, which has an N-300 router.

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  • 4.2/5 (1,581 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS Surfboard SBG6950 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC1900 WiFi Router

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The ARRIS SBG6950 is another fast modem with an AC-1900 WiFi router built-in. Comes with a USB 2.0 port and 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream. You might want to check out the SBG7400 with 24 downstream channels and an AC-2350 router.

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  • 4.2/5 (4,004 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Motorola MB7621 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The Motorola MB7621 is a speedy modem with 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream channels. A quality product.

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  • 4.2/5 (118 ratings counted at all sellers)

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TP-Link Archer CR500 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC1200 WiFi Router

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The TP-Link CR500 has a built-in AC-1200 WiFi router. Comes with 2 USB 2.0 ports, 4 gigabit ports and has 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream channels. Also check out the CR700, with 16 downstream channels and an AC-1750 router.

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  • 4.1/5 (591 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Linksys CM3024 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The Linksys CM3024 has 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream. We don't recommend this modem as it has latency problems. See more about that here: Puma 6 Chipset. Take a look at these others: SB6183, TC-7650 and CM600

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  • 3.9/5 (704 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ASUS CM-16 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The ASUS CM-16 has 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream, with one Gigabit ethernet port.

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  • 3.7/5 (219 ratings counted at all sellers)

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NETGEAR C7500-100NAS Nighthawk X4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC3200 WiFi Router

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The Netgear C7500 is one of the fastest DOCSIS 3.0 modems available. Contains a built-in AC-3200 WiFi router and has 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream. Also includes a USB 2.0 port and 4 gigabit ports.

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  • 3.8/5 (5,171 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear CBR40 Orbi All-in-One Cable Modem with Whole Home Mesh-Ready AC2200 WiFi Router

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The Netgear CBR-40 is a mesh network AC-2200 WiFi router for whole home coverage. The only one currently available. 24 downstream channels and 8 up for plenty of speed.

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  • 4.3/5 (94 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS / Motorola SBG6900-AC DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC1900 Wi-Fi Router

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ARRIS SBG6900 Specs

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The ARRIS SBG6900 has a built-in wireless-AC1900 router, for the fast WIFI speeds. It also has 4 Gigabit ethernet ports. This is one of the faster modem/router combos that you can buy. 16 channels downstream, and 4-channel up. It also has a USB 2.0 port, so you can add a USB hard drive or flash drive and share files on the network.

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  • 4.5/5 (7,661 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Motorola MB7220 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The Motorola MB7220 is another quality modem with 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream. A faster version of this model with 16 downstream channels is the MB7420.

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  • 4.5/5 (843 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Linksys CM3008 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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Linksys CM3008 Specs

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The Linksys CM3008 is a quality basic modem with 8 downstream channels and 4 upstream with one gigabit port.

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  • 3.9/5 (679 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS / Motorola SBG6700-AC DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem with AC1600 Wi-Fi Router

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ARRIS SBG6700 Specs

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The ARRIS SBG6700 has a built-in wireless-AC1600 router, for fast WIFI speeds. It also has 2 Gigabit Ethernet Ports. 8 downstream channels, and 4-channel up. A faster version of this is the SBG6900, with twice the maximum download speed and an AC1900 wireless router.

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  • 4.3/5 (8,450 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Netgear CM600 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The Netgear CM600 is a DOCSIS 3.0 modem with 24 downstream channels and 8 upstream. It also has one gigabit port. A quality modem with enough speed for almost all internet plans.

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  • 4.1/5 (5,825 ratings counted at all sellers)

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ARRIS / Motorola SB6121 SURFboard DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The ARRIS / Motorola SB6121 has 4 downstream channels and 4 upstream. Even though it will work, most cable companies suggest a minimum of 8 downstream channels. Take a look at the SB6141, which doesn't cost much more, or the SB6183.

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  • 4.5/5 (8,722 ratings counted at all sellers)

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Linksys CM3016 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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The Linksys CM3016 has 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream. We don't recommend this modem as it has latency problems. See more about that here: Puma 6 Chipset

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Michael (Billings) says...
I know nothing about modems.
I have Spectrum phone and internet service and an Arris TM502G. If it makes sense I would like to replace it with something that will be approved for Spectrum Phone and Internet.
I see their list but I can't tell if they are for BOTH phone and internet. All I see is internet.
Can anyone help this novice?
Thanks in advance. Michael
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Bill (Honolulu, Hawaii) says...

Try looking into something like Ooma Telo for your phone service. Much cheaper than Spectrum. Then get a modem only device for your internet.

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Ed (San Antonio) says...
Going to sign up with Spectrum internet so would it be better to buy a modem without the Wi-Fi connect and then buy a separate one and if I do what do you recommend 100 mp is what I'm looking at
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Bill (Honolulu, Hawaii) says...

Get any of the approved 16x4 modem only devices. The Netgear CM500 is a great choice. The Motorola and TP Link ones are good too. Cheaper than the Netgear but i'd go with that one.

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Wounded Warr1or (Clarksville) says...
I have been using the Motorola SBG 6580 for a few years which is a combo modem / Wi-Fi router without issue. Although, I used to be satisfied with both the wireless and wired connections, it now seems as the Wi-Fi is hit and miss. It seems the tech has changed to AC from N, which was the latest when I purchased the SBG 6580; which is the best proven bang for the buck currently; a lot of these posts are pretty dated. Please advise .. Thank you. Peace

Very Respectfully,
WX2

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Jeffrey (Santa Clarita - Ca) says...
Does anyone know if their are any DOCSIS 3.1 Modems that are approved/ work with Spectrum?

Replies would be appreciated. Thank you.

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JoeTee says...
I have Spectrum 200Mbps d/l and 10Mbps u/l speeds respectively. Spectrum charges $5 a month to activate the wireless capability of the Ubee36C modem. I am currently using a D-Link DIR-815 router but can only support up to 60Mbps on wireless, direct cable to the router I get 220Mbps d/l and 12Mbps u/l. Can anyone recommend a modem/router combo that will work with Spectrum (TWC) service? Thank you.
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Barrett Powell (Cary) says...
I went to Best Buy last year and was told my Netgear C6300 was compatible with Time Warner Cable. I have the 300mb modem service. Charter took over and 3 weeks ago my service went out for 2 days while they upgraded equipment. Now my service only gets 10mb to 78mb and is spotty at best. I use 5G Wi-Fi in my house for some devices and don't want to give that up. Advice? Do I need a new modem...again?
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ITAdmin (Mad Town) says...
Do not buy any Arris modems as they are severely bugged right now. Intel chipsets are causing modems to perform very poorly and you will be causing yourself a lot of headaches and throwing money down the toilet. I repeat, do not buy any modem that has Intel's Puma chipset. Puma5, Puma6 and Puma7 chips are all affected. You will experience disconnects, bad speeds and huge amounts of network latency (which kills streaming and gaming online). BUY AT YOUR OWN LOSS.
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Wicked1 (Norco Ca) says...
Hey Dan, i was thinking of buying the SB6190: since u are saying there is an issue w/ the Arris Modems, which Modems should we be looking into?
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Eddie (Edinburg) says...
I have the basic internet from Spectrum. Which modem should I buy? I want a direct connect with no wifi. I was thinking one the two listed below but I am not sure. Thanks

ARRIS / Motorola SB6121 SURFBoard DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem
ARRIS / Motorola SB6141 SURFBoard DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem

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MrMike (Detroit) says...
I have a Arris TM822 Modem, and a NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 R7900 Router. The speed is fine for most of the time. But, when I'm streaming live TV on Apple TV, it looks slow and grainy. I'm wondering if I should update my modem? I think, I've had it for over 5yrs? Any Suggestions?
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Dan says...
I'd first try plugging your computer directly into the TM822 modem and doing an online speed test. If you get over 5 Mbps download speed, that should be enough for HD video. If you have other devices sharing the internet and watching video, you'll have to multiply that 5 Mbps by the number of devices to see what download speed you'd need.

If that checks out, try putting your computer next to the Apple TV and try doing a speed test over Wifi and see if you have enough speed. If not, its a wifi problem and not the modem.

I had a Roku box using wifi that had terrible video quality. Moved the box 6 inches from behind the TV and Presto! perfect video.

Anyone else with suggestions?

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Cliff (Dfw) says...
I just bought a Arris SBG6580 combination modem and router, got connections, but security screen appears and once contacted charter they state it does not support the phone only the internet ???

It has the modem inside and recommended on Charters website, I tend to wonder are they telling the truth just do not want you to buy your own, so they loose out on rental as I am paying $10 per month !

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CR Smith says...
I have Spectrum/Charter HD cable service. I need [wireless] WiFi capability.

I'd like to purchase a WiFi router/modem [one unit] that is compatible with HD Spectrum/Charter.

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Grant says...
You don't want a 2 in 1, believe me. It's almost always better to buy separate units as the wifi range and speed usually suck
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Md. Imranul Islam (Worcester) says...
I'm paying $5/month for wifi router. Could anyone please suggest me which router I can buy from Amazon/Walmart/Bestbuy that is compatible with charter spectrum?
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Ernie (Grants Pass) says...
I have this one and works great. NETGEAR - Nighthawk Wireless-AC2300
Best Buy has it for $149.99 right now
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Charlene says...
Ernie -- is this NETGEAR - Nighthawk Wireless-AC2300 both modem/wifi -- two in one?
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Joe (Long Beach) says...
Does anyone know how many downstream channels Charter offers? I actually get their upgraded Spectrum Internet Service and was wondering about this. I'm not sure where to find this information. I am debating buying the SB6190, but if I can't take advantage of it's expanded channel capability, then I'll save a few bucks and get the SB6183.
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Shawn (Staten Island) says...
Joe, it say's on this page that you need 8 channels for more than 64mbps, and 16 for more than 100mbps. It also say's that the phone will not work with modems with 16 channels for some reason. I really don't see why not unless they are just trying to price gouge people, but it's something they should address. I'm not sure if it also apply's to the 8 channel modems as they didn't exactly specify that.
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Vincent M Papineau (Escanaba, Michigan) says...

I'm currently trying to make the same decision. It appears as though the chipset and these 6190 may have issues with latency though.

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Karl says...
Actually, Charter no longer charges a separate fee for the modem; it's included in their package pricing. So buying your own modem won't reduce your bill.
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Chad says...
Not true. I came here looking for a good one for my brother who just signed up with Spectrum. He's getting charged $5 / month for a modem with built in wi-fi capability.
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Frank (Mascoutah) says...
Spectrum modem is included; Spectrum modem with built-in Wi-Fi is a $5 per month charge. Two different pieces of equipment.
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Black (New York) says...
Spectrum does not charge for the modem, but charges an extra $5 for wifi service, not the wifi modem/router
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Boomer (New York) says...
Fact. This is the correct answer.
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Jason says...
Will the newer model SBG6782-AC work as well? It i really hard to find info on newer modem/router combo's that work with Charter.
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Dan says...
As of right now, the SBG6782AC is not on Charter's list of authorized modems. However the SBG6700AC and the SBG6900AC are on their "Minimally Qualified" list, meaning they'll work on Charter but haven't been thoroughly tested for speeds at various tiers. Guessing they'll work fine. Here's links to both at Amazon: SBG6700AC and SBG6900AC
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Jason says...
Thank you so much for the reply. I am moving next week and set up installation with Charter. I will go with the SBG6700AC.
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alexander says...
i been thanking of buying me a router from walmart that really advanced but i kno it not on list. what would happen if i wa to buy and use one
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Steve (Sauk Rapids) says...
If I understand this correctly. If you buy one that is not supported by Charter, it won't work. You need to buy one that is supported by Charter.
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Megan Pritchard (Saint Louis) says...
I've been through several now that haven't worked with Charter, but Charter set up doesn't explicitly state it. In fact, Charter reps have even said "it seems the modem/router is broken and you need a new one". This was the case with Motorola MG7550. I'm still searching for one that is good and works.
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David Menke (O'fallon) says...
Do any of these modems have a phone jack on the back?
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Dan says...
No. The only DOCSIS 3.0 modem on the the Charter list that has a phone jack and is readily available to buy is the the Arris TM822G. Here's a link to it on Amazon: Arris TM822G
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