2024 the best router and modem review


Price: $199.99 - $184.15
(as of Nov 19, 2024 19:08:10 UTC - Details)

Warranty & Support

Amazon.com Return Policy:You may return any new computer purchased from Amazon.com that is "dead on arrival," arrives in damaged condition, or is still in unopened boxes, for a full refund within 30 days of purchase. Amazon.com reserves the right to test "dead on arrival" returns and impose a customer fee equal to 15 percent of the product sales price if the customer misrepresents the condition of the product. Any returned computer that is damaged through customer misuse, is missing parts, or is in unsellable condition due to customer tampering will result in the customer being charged a higher restocking fee based on the condition of the product. Amazon.com will not accept returns of any desktop or notebook computer more than 30 days after you receive the shipment. New, used, and refurbished products purchased from Marketplace vendors are subject to the returns policy of the individual vendor.

Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here

Feedback

From the brand

a couple streaming with fast reliable dependable smooth wifi a couple streaming with fast reliable dependable smooth wifi

Avoid monthly rental fees by owning your modem. Up to 672 in four years Avoid monthly rental fees by owning your modem. Up to 672 in four years

advantages of a gateway 2-in-1 cable modem wifi router comboadvantages of a gateway 2-in-1 cable modem wifi router combo

Modem with a Built-In Router

motorola logo for the brand story section motorola logo for the brand story section

For over 40 years, people have welcomed Motorola Network into their homes, and we don’t take that lightly.

We’ve combined our class-leading hardware with intelligent software to deliver the ultimate connected experience for all.

Fast 24x8 DOCSIS 3.0 cable Modem Plus a built-in AC1900 Dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) Wi-Fi Gigabit Router with four Gigabit (GigE) Ethernet ports, power boost Wi-Fi amplifiers, firewall security, and more. The maximum modem speed is 1000 Mbps, supporting service speeds up to 650.
Eliminate up to 156 dollars per year in cable Modem rental fees. (Savings are shown for Comcast Xfinity and vary by cable service provider.) certified by all leading cable service providers including Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Charter spectrum (no cable Modem is compatible with fiber optic, DSL, or satellite services, available from Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, Frontier, and others.)
Built-in high-speed router with AC1900 wireless and Power boost - Provides internet access for Wi-Fi devices including smartphones, notebooks, tablets, and more. 4 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports provide wired connections to Windows and Mac computers and other Ethernet-capable devices. A Broadcom cable Modem Chipset provides security from denial of service attacks.
Wireless power boost for better speed and range - Adds high-performance Wi-Fi power amplifiers to boost the wireless signals to the legal limit, giving a significant Boost in speed and range. In addition, anybeam Performing at both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies focuses the signal on wireless clients to further enhance performance and range
Reviewer: Todd C Blake
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great Modem/Router!
Review: The Motorola MG7700 is an awesome modem/router. It replaced an older Netgear N450 modem/router that kept dropping its WiFi connection, and had to be rebooted constantly. The Setup of the MG7700 was very easy, and it did not even require calling Comcast to get it configured. I just went to the activation website and put in my Comcast account information. The MG7700 was connected to the Comcast network within 15 minutes (150 mbps plan). The MG7700 improved the WiFi connection to all of my N and AC wireless devices. I live in a 2400 square foot house and I have multiple RING security cameras around the perimeter of the house. The connection between the MG7700 and all of the RING devices is fast with no dropped connections ever. I also have 3 Rokus, a Samsung Smart TV, a Honeywell thermostat, 3 cell phones, 2 laptops, a tablet, 2 Echo Dots and 3 Amazon smart switches connected intermittently to the MG7700 throughout the day. They all stay connected with outstanding WiFi speeds. In fact my Acer laptop connects by AC wireless at 866 mbps. Most of the N wireless devices connect around 156 mbps, and everything stays connected without any drops. I also have 3 desktop computers (1 is a server) and 1 network printer connected to the 4 ethernet ports with no connectivity issues at all. I have been a Network Administrator for over 20 years, so setting up the MG7700 was really easy for me. For those that need help there are many online websites that show how to "tweak" the settings in the MG7700 for the best Wireless connectivity. Trust me the suggestions do work to maximize the WiFi connections. For security purposes I highly recommend changing the MG7700 user name and password. Also change the SSIDs and their security keys, along with the default IP address of the MG7700. Lastley, make sure that the firewall is turned on. This will keep those prying eyes off of your home network. I have used many Motorola products over the years, and they have all worked great. The MG7700 is no exception. Those individuals leaving bad reviews either do not know how to setup a WiFi router correctly, or just received a lemon (it happens). I highly recommend the MG7700 to anyone that wants a fast, secure and reliable home network.Update: it is now 4.5 years later (08/11/23), and the Motorola MG7700 is still working as well as it did when it was brand new. I have had no issues with this modem/router whatsoever. The internet speed (now upgraded to 300 mbps), and the wired and wireless connections are still as fast and stable as ever. The only very rare internet lapses are on the ISP's side. The only addition I have made to the MG7700 is attaching a USB powered, 120mm computer chassis fan to the outside of the MG7700 (blowing air on the motherboard/transceiver chipset side). This helps to keep the MG7700 cool 24/7. Heat is the worst enemy of a router, and all computer equipment in general. Keeping the MG7700 cool will keep connections stable, and greatly increase its longevity. As I originally stated in this review 4.5 years ago, the Motorola MG7700 is a great product, and I highly recommend it (and its newer successors) even more now.Update 2: Well, after 5 years and 3 months of flawless use this Motorola MG7700 finally (partially) stopped working. The 5 ghz wireless transceiver completely quit working. However, the cable modem and 2.4 ghz wireless transceiver still work fine. With the planned-obsolescence of these modem/router combos being about 3 to 5 years, I have no complaints at all, as this Motorola MG7700 has indeed performed flawlessly during this entire time. I have recently replaced this Motorola MG7700 with a Netgear Nighthawk CAX30 modem/router combo. The CAX30 was very easy to setup with Xfinity, and it is working great so far. I will leave an honest, detailed Amazon review for the CAX30 after it has been in use for a while, but So-far-so-good.

Reviewer: Sooll
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Very good for what it is. Wifi signal can't compare to good independent routers
Review: If you specifically want a modem & router combined into one, this is a very good option as far as those go. The modem is extremely fast, sets up easily, and does its job reliably.It just works and works well.BUT . . . the wifi signal can not compare to an independent router.I replaced this with the Motorola MB7621 -- basically the same modem as the MG7700 but without the built in router, and connected it to the TP-Link AX5400 WiFi 6 Router (the combination costs $100 more in total than this MG7700) and the resulting wifi speeds were incomparable.With the MB7621 and the TP Link router I am now getting 335 Mbps next to the router - about 4x the speed I was getting in the same spot with the MG7700 [this product], and next to the bathroom which is at the opposite end of a U shaped 1,000 sq ft apartment (around a bend at the opposite end of a U shaped hallway) the MB7621 & TP Link router are getting 60 Mbps where the MG7700 was getting 15-20.The MG7700 [this product] costs $170 (at the time of this review)The MB7621 costs $75 and the TP-Link AX5400 costs $195.Pairing the MB7621 with the TP-Link AX5400 WiFi 6 Router ($270 total) costs $100 more than the MG7700 2 in 1 ($170), and the wifi speeds are about 4x.If you don't have very demanding wifi needs, and just need a decent signal that doesn't need to reach particularly far this is a very decent product does quite well at a competitive price.If you do need/want wifi that is faster and reaches further, The MB7621 paired with the TP-Link AX5400 Router are in a whole different category of reach and speed for an additional cost of $100 ($270 vs $170).

Reviewer: Happy Juan
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good modem router combo.
Review: I had to update to a new modem and it took me a while to get one that would work. My internet provider gave me a few options to buy on their website but they were expensive and they would charge for the usage. I saw this one on their website and bought it on Amazon. It was easy to install but it took a little bit to to connect. I had to talk to my internet provider tech staff to make it work. Just basically change the old one to the new one but as always they want to sell you more stuff. They sent me other items to use with it but I never did and they are on the box they came with waiting to go back to them.Overall the modem works well. A bit spotty when connecting on the lower floor so I got an extender which is hit and miss so my coverage is slow. I usually can live with the slow connections so it is not a bit deal for me. Good product.

Reviewer: Sam Pressman
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Plug & Play! (plus quick 10 min ISP phonecall)
Review: I can confirm working compatibility with Optimum Online(NY)!Had this overnighted to me.Immediately disconnected my current router and model and I just simply twisted on my cable coax and power supply to the new motorola.Powered up fast and efficiently, and quickly saw the new wifi network pop up.All I had to do was call my ISP and let them know I need a new modem activation.All they needed was the MAC address (on the sticker under the motorola) and within 10 minutes I was back fully online again.No intermittent disconnects, 5G and 2.5G networks are operational, and the MOTO SYNC app/Web BAsed UI work flawlessly. Port forwarding works immediately and there are ease of use controls in the app for cool things like ad blocking etc.Enjoy this motorola if you decide to pick this one up. It's worth the value!

Customers say

Customers like the ease of setup of the modem. They mention it's easy to stand steady and set up using the local web interface. Customers are also satisfied with its compatibility. However, some dislike its reliability. Opinions differ on the wifi signal, functionality, speed, value for money, and customer support.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

THE END
QR code
<
Next article>>