Netgear CM1000 Black
Score: 80/100MikroTik LHG LTE6
Score: 81/100Rankings
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.
The Netgear CM1000 is a DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem delivering up to 1.2 Gbps download speeds and broad compatibility with major US cable providers. Its single 1 Gbps Ethernet port and lack of link-aggregation limit scalability for multi-gigabit plans. Ideal for households on 500 Mbps-1 Gbps cable plans needing a reliable, future-proof modem.
| Attribute | | MikroTik LHG LTE6 |
|---|---|---|
1,200 Mbpsbest | 300 Mbps | |
304 Mbpsbest | — | |
1 portsbest | 1 portsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 8 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2 kgbest |
0.25 yearsbest | — |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | MikroTik LHG LTE6 |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Download Speed (Mbps) | 1200 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Dimensions (HxWxD) (mm) | 8.8x5.9x5.4 inches mm | 849x600x600 mm mm |
Form Factor | cable_modem | outdoor_cpe |
General(1) | ||
Provider Compatibility | Xfinity, Comcast, Cox, Spectrum, Mediacom | generic LTE |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the CM1000 a reliable, future-proof DOCSIS 3.1 modem that delivers solid performance on 1 Gbps cable plans. They commend its straightforward setup, broad ISP compatibility, and elegant design, while noting its single-gigabit Ethernet port and lack of dual ports as drawbacks compared to higher-end competitors.
Everyday users praise the CM1000 for its plug-and-play simplicity, consistent gigabit-class speeds, and long-term stability, often rating it above 4.5 out of 5. Common themes include appreciation for easy ISP activation and noticeable speed improvements, balanced by complaints about its bulkier size and occasional provider-specific activation issues.
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.
