No matter how good an internet plan you get for your home network, if you are not pairing it up with the right modems and routers, you might just be wasting your plan. Most internet users are concerned about whether or not they have the right equipment for any situation and the quality of internet service.
As a new customer and even an existing customer, you have the choice of purchasing a suitable modem and router that is compatible with your respective Mediacom and Optimum internet plans. This will make sure that you get the most out of your plan and do not have to worry about poor speed, lag, or jitters throughout your online browsing experience.
In this article, we will go through some of the most compatible equipment i.e. modems and routers, that you can pair up with your Mediacom or Optimum connection in 2023!
Mediacom Compatible Modems & Routers for 2023
Here are some compatible and highly-efficient modems and routers to make sure that you enjoy the best possible online experience with your Mediacom bundle deals:
Motorola – MB8600
It can support internet plans with download speeds of up to 2000 Mbps because it has DOCSIS 3.1 and Ethernet Aggregation. Given how quickly it loads, you can watch more than 20 4K movies at once.
When many Ethernet ports are integrated into a single data stream, aggregation happens and it is one of the key features in a modem. Before using this feature, your router must support it. Second, for this to work, you need two IP addresses and right now, Mediacom charges an additional fee to get two IPs. However, the modem is adequate for 1 Gig even without Ethernet aggregation.
Additionally, it will be more than enough because it is Mediacom’s high-tier plan. Overall, the Motorola MB8600 is a future-proof modem that is perfect for anyone who needs something quickly and affordably.
Netgear – CAX30S
The Netgear CAX30S is one of the two modem/router combos that Mediacom accepts. Both were put to the test on the 5GHz band using a 22 device that complies with Wi-Fi 6. These results are acceptable and may even be adequate for Mediacom’s 1-Gig plan. It depends on who you talk to. Though you won’t get the full 1-Gig experience, you might be able to use it with it.
Both Parental Controls, which restrict your children’s online activities, and Quality of Service, which lets you give data priority, are absent. Additionally, they only give you access to the antivirus program NETGEAR Armor for almost three months.
Optimum Compatible Modems & Routers in 2023
Listed below are some of the best-performing modems and routers approved by Optimum for your home network in 2023:
Netgear Orbi – CBK40
The NETGEAR Orbi CBK40 is a great option for your Optimum plan because you would not need to invest in a separate modem for Wi-Fi. Consider pairing the Motorola MB8600 with NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 if you prefer to have a separate modem and router. The Orbi app makes it simple to install the NETGEAR Orbi CBK40, and an antivirus upgrade is available for purchase.
Arris – SB6183
If you have low-tier Optimum plans for your home such as the Optimum 300 plan, the low-cost modem ARRIS SB6183 is the best choice for your speeds. It is a trustworthy instrument that does the job well without expecting praise. The best thing you can do for your wallet is to continue with the free hardware, though, as Optimum bundles the Gateway 6 with its internet services.
To use Wi-Fi in your home, you must connect your ARRIS SB6183 to a Wi-Fi router. You can use any router, but the TP-Link AC1750 router is a cost-effective option that offers download speeds of up to 300 Mbps.
Arris – SB8200
If you want to spend your money on a top-of-the-line, stable modem that works without regularly restarting and lasts longer than usual, we advise the Arris SB8200. It slips easily into the list despite performing better than average thanks to DOCSIS technology that is future-proof and has a pleasing look. You might also be interested in learning how much faster and, more importantly, more dependable the SB8200 is than the older SB6190.
What makes the modem superior is the DOCSIS 3.1 networking technology, a trait that ensures its viability in the future. If Optimum offers multi-gig internet subscriptions, you can rely on this modem to do the job. Although the SB8200 is a DOCSIS 3.1 modem, it can also work with DOCSIS 3.0 devices, a feature known as backward compatibility in networking.
Wrapping Up
To conclude, we can say that even though there are many possibilities and options available in the market, finding the best modem for Optimum and Mediacom Internet might be challenging if you don’t know where to look.
The above-mentioned list has the best options for modems and routers to help your internet perform better and faster. If you are still skeptical about which modems to get for your Optimum home network, Optimum customer service can help you and guide you better so get in touch with them!
