Motorola MB8600
Score: 82/100
Hitron CODA56
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Motorola MB8600 is a DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem delivering up to 3.8 Gbps downstream speeds and four Gigabit Ethernet ports. Its lack of built-in Wi-Fi and masked Ethernet ports limit flexibility for some users. Ideal for gigabit plans where a separate router is already in use.
The Hitron CODA56 is a DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem that delivers up to 2.5 Gbps downstream speeds and a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port, making it ideal for multi-gigabit cable plans. Its lack of integrated Wi-Fi and cable-only compatibility mean an extra router is required. Best suited for power users who already have a separate wireless solution and need the highest possible wired throughput.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3,800 Mbpsbest | 2,500 Mbps | |
800 Mbpsbest | 320 Mbps | |
4 portsbest | 1 ports | |
| ↓ lower better | 30 W | 8.92 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.031 kgbest | 0.462 kg |
2 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Maximum Download Speed (Mbps) | 3800 Mbps | 2500 Mbps |
Maximum Upload Speed (Mbps) | 800 Mbps | 320 Mbps |
Network(1) | ||
DOCSIS Standard | DOCSIS 3.1 | 3.1 |
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Ports (count) (ports) | 4 ports | 1 ports |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 30 W | 8.92 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.031 kg | 0.462 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (mm) | 200x57x184 mm mm | 8.13x1.77x7.0 inches mm |
General(1) | ||
Provider Compatibility | Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Charter Spectrum | Comcast XFINITY, Comcast XFINITY Business, Charter Spectrum, Cox Gigablast, Zito Media, Astound, Grande, RCN, Wave |
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Professional reviewers view the MB8600 as a solid, no-frills DOCSIS 3.1 modem that excels in raw speed potential and low-latency performance thanks to its Broadcom chipset and AQM.
Consumers generally praise the MB8600 for delivering consistent gigabit-class speeds and an easy setup with major ISPs. Common praise centers on its stability and the ability to handle multiple static IPs, while recurring complaints focus on the hidden Ethernet ports, occasional distance-related speed loss, and the need for an external router due to the absence of Wi-Fi.
Everyday users appreciate the modem's ability to deliver the full speed of their multi-gigabit cable plans, especially for gaming and high-resolution streaming, but they are disappointed by the need to buy a separate Wi-Fi router and the restriction to cable-only service providers.
“"valuable" frill-free DOCSIS 3.1 modem ideal for 1 Gbps plans”
“"Reliable high speeds (e.g., 900+ Mbps down at 20 ft in tests, stable for gigabit plans)"”
