Netgear Nighthawk CM3000 vs UniFi Cable Internet Modem

Both are DOCSIS 3.1 modems built for multi-gig cable plans, but they aim at different buyers. The Netgear CM3000 is a plug-and-play desktop modem with a 2.5G port, two gigabit ports and link aggregation, and it is widely supported by cable providers. The UniFi Cable Internet is a 1U rack-mount unit with a 1.3-inch touchscreen and UniFi management, so it fits a rack or a managed network rather than a shelf. For most homes the Netgear is the simpler, more proven choice; pick the UniFi if you already run UniFi gear and want it managed.

• Choose the Netgear Nighthawk CM3000 if you want a straightforward modem that any major cable provider will activate and you don't need rack mounting or a management console.
• Choose the UniFi Cable Internet if you run a UniFi network and want the modem rack-mounted, monitored and managed alongside your other UniFi devices.