Netgear Nighthawk CM1200
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 Nighthawk CM1200 is a DOCSIS 3.1 desktop modem with integrated Wi-Fi 6, four Gigabit Ethernet ports, and USB 3.0, supporting up to 2 Gbps download via link aggregation. While it provides extensive connectivity, it still relies on a separate router for advanced networking and lacks 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports. It fits power users who need high-speed wired and wireless performance on gigabit-class plans.
| Attribute | | MikroTik LHG LTE6 |
|---|---|---|
2,000 Mbpsbest | 300 Mbps | |
4 portsbest | 1 ports | |
1 portsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 8 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.553 kgbest | 2 kg |
1 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | MikroTik LHG LTE6 |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Download Speed (Mbps) | 2000 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Ports (count) (ports) | 4 ports | 1 ports |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.553 kg | 2.0 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (mm) | 10.3x3.4x6.1 inches mm | 849x600x600 mm mm |
Form Factor | Desktop | outdoor_cpe |
General(1) | ||
Provider Compatibility | Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum | generic LTE |
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Retailer and editorial listings emphasize the CM1200's ability to handle the fastest cable tiers, citing its DOCSIS 3.1 chipset, four Ethernet ports for link aggregation, and advanced OFDMA/QoS features as strong points for power users and gamers. The consensus is that it offers a solid, future-ready solution for households upgrading to multi-gigabit plans, though reviewers remind buyers that a separate Wi-Fi router is still required.
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.
