Netgear cm500
Cable Modems

cm500

Netgear

Released Apr 1, 2015 · Analysis updated Mar 29, 2026

Netgear cm500 Cable Modem with easy setup and great design. The Netgear cm500 scores 85/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the cable modems category. Coverage includes reviews from Storagereview, Nytimes, and Toptenreviews.

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85

based on 3 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 3 reviews

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Pros

  • Less expensive than competitors(2)

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3 Expert Reviews

85
Independent publication04/2015

The Netgear CM500 is an excellent alternative for consumers looking to eliminate the monthly rental fee of their cable modem from most major service providers all the while offering a seamless install...

85
Major publication10/2025

The Arris SURFboard S33 is a reliable DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem that is compatible with gigabit and multi-gigabit internet plans.

85
Independent publication08/2018

The Netgear CM500 is an inexpensive modem that performed just as well as more expensive products we tested for internet speeds up to 300 Mbps.