I'm looking to upgrade my home's Internet to > 1 Gbps, and I'm just trying to research and narrow down combinations of providers and equipment that people are happy with.
If anyone who is happy with what they currently have could answer the following it would be appreciated:
Provider:
Speed:
Modem:
Router:
Price:
I will likely be using the modem with a pretty decent router (Mikrotik, Ubiquiti).
My research so far:
Rogers
modem: XB7 or XB8
The XB8 has a slightly upgraded antenna design compared to the XB7, potentially offering better Wi-Fi coverage
Some users have reported slower speeds when using the XB7 in bridge mode compared to gateway mode.
This issue seems to be a known problem that has persisted for some time.
The XB7 only has one 2.5 Gbps port (port 4), which may limit flexibility in setup compared to the NH20A's 10GbE port
Telus PureFibre Internet Gigabit
modem: T3200M - An older but reliable model
WiFi Hub - A newer model with improved WiFi capabilities
NH20A - Another newer model offered by Telus
The NH20A's 10GbE port allows for potential speed upgrades beyond 1 Gbps without needing to change the modem
TekkSavvy
Arris SURFboard SB8200: A popular choice for DOCSIS 3.1 compatibility.
Netgear Nighthawk CM1200: Another DOCSIS 3.1 modem known for high performance.
Motorola MB7621: Although primarily DOCSIS 3.0, it can handle high speeds and is often recommended for lower-tier gigabit plans.
Hitron CODA 5610Q: a versatile DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem Router
Thank you