The Setups I Tested
The [Motorola MG8702 DOCSIS 3.1 Modem Router](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Motorola+MG8702+DOCSIS+3.1+Modem+Router&tag=thetestedhub-20) is my overall pick. It hit full plan speed and the Wi-Fi 5 reached my upstairs office cleanly.
Check price on Amazon →I installed, speed-tested, and stress-tested five modem and router combos on Spectrum service to find which ones beat the rental gear.
Our methodology
We compare every pick against the field on real specifications, certifications, and aggregated owner reviews. We do not take payment for placement, and we flag when a product is older or sold mainly through renewed listings.
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The full reviews
The Setups I Tested
The [Motorola MG8702 DOCSIS 3.1 Modem Router](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Motorola+MG8702+DOCSIS+3.1+Modem+Router&tag=thetestedhub-20) is my overall pick. It hit full plan speed and the Wi-Fi 5 reached my upstairs office cleanly.
Frequently asked
Yes, as long as it is DOCSIS 3.0 or 3.1 and on the Spectrum approved list. All five of my picks are currently approved and I activated each one with a phone call.
For gigabit service, I prefer separates because you can upgrade independently. For under 500 Mbps, a quality combo unit saves money and a power outlet.
Tom Reeves has reviewed consumer electronics for over a decade, with a focus on televisions, monitors, laptops, and smart home devices. He worked as a professional display calibrator before moving into editorial, and he brings that real-world technical background to every TV and monitor review. At TheTestedHub, Tom covers display calibration, computer monitors, laptops and 2-in-1s, smart home platforms, home theater setups, and HDR performance.
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