Motorola MB8600
Score: 82/100MikroTik LHG LTE6
Score: 81/100Rankings
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 MikroTik LHG LTE6 kit is a rugged outdoor LTE Cat 6 CPE with a 17 dBi antenna, carrier aggregation, and PoE power, providing up to 300 Mbps in remote locations. Its large dish size, single Ethernet port, and complex setup may deter casual users. Suited for remote or rural deployments where wired broadband is unavailable.
| Attribute | | MikroTik LHG LTE6 |
|---|---|---|
3,800 Mbpsbest | 300 Mbps | |
800 Mbpsbest | — | |
4 portsbest | 1 ports | |
| ↓ lower better | 30 W | 8 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.031 kgbest | 2 kg |
2 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | MikroTik LHG LTE6 |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Download Speed (Mbps) | 3800 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Ports (count) (ports) | 4 ports | 1 ports |
Power & Energy(2) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 30 W | 8 W |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 40°C | -40°C to +70°C |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.031 kg | 2.0 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (mm) | 200x57x184 mm mm | 849x600x600 mm mm |
General(1) | ||
Provider Compatibility | Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Charter Spectrum | generic LTE |
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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.
Professional reviewers praise the LHGG LTE6 kit as a robust, high-performance solution for long-distance rural broadband, highlighting its CAT6 carrier aggregation, wind-resistant 17 dBi antenna and advanced RouterOS features. They note the hardware upgrades over the older CAT4 LHG model but caution that the large dish size and configuration complexity may limit its appeal to less-technical installers.
Everyday users appreciate the device's ability to provide fast, reliable internet in locations where phones and other CPEs fail, especially valuing the easy pole-mounting and consistent uptime. Recurring complaints focus on the steep learning curve, occasional overheating in very hot conditions, and the difficulty of accessing the SIM slot during installation.
“"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)"”
