The recommended Sparklight approved modems appear below. With several certified modems for Sparklight internet services, three categories (DOCSIS 3.1, WiFi, and value) have determined the top modem picks.
WiFi ONE service (an advanced WiFi solution) requires a leased modem from Sparklight.
Read the Cable Modem Buying Guide to help you choose a modem. Do not forget to purchase your modem accessories.
Internet providers have begun removing some DOCSIS 3.0 modems from their networks. To maximize the years of use from a modem, it is strongly recommended to purchase a DOCSIS 3.1 device (the latest standard).
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Last Updated: March 1, 2023 (Cable ONE is now Sparklight)
Recommended Sparklight Approved Modems for March 2023
Best DOCSIS 3.1 Modem
| Model # | Motorola MB8600 |
| DOCSIS | 3.1 |
| Color | Black |
| WiFi Router | No |
| VoIP Telephone Adapter | No |
Best Modem Value
| Model # | NETGEAR CM500 |
| DOCSIS | 3.0 |
| Color | Black |
| WiFi Router | No |
| VoIP Telephone Adapter | No |
Best WiFi Modem
| Model # | NETGEAR CAX80 |
| DOCSIS | 3.1 |
| Color | Black |
| WiFi Router | Yes (WiFi 6) |
| VoIP Telephone Adapter | No |
Full Sparklight Approved Modem List
The Modems Listed Below Are All DOCSIS 3.0 Modems Unless Indicated as a DOCSIS 3.1 Modem
♦ Indicates an Intel Puma Chipset Defect – Do Not Buy
Note: ✅ means Yes, ❌ means No
Recommended for Internet plans up to 1000 Mbps
| Brand | Model # | Channels | VoIP | WiFi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARRIS | S33 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | CM8200A | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | DG3270 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | DG3450 ♦ | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SB6190 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SB8200 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SBG7580-AC ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG7600AC2 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG8300 ♦ | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Hitron | CODA ♦ | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Hitron | CODA56 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Hitron | CGNVM-3582 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Motorola | MB8600 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| NETGEAR | C7800 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | CM700 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ❌ |
| NETGEAR | CM1000 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| NETGEAR | CM1100 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| NETGEAR | CM1200 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| NETGEAR | CM2000 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| NETGEAR | CAX30S | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | CAX80 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | CBR40 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | CBR750 ♦ | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
Recommended for Internet plans up to 600 Mbps
| Brand | Model # | Channels | VoIP | WiFi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARRIS | SBG7400AC2 ♦ | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Hitron | (CGNM) CGNM-2252 ♦ | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Linksys | CG7500 ♦ | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Linksys | CM3024 ♦ | 24×8 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MG7700 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C6900 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C7000 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C7000v2 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C7500 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | CM600 | 24×8 | ❌ | ❌ |
Recommended for Internet plans up to 300 Mbps
| Brand | Model # | Channels | VoIP | WiFi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARRIS | DG1670A ♦ | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SB6183 | 16×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SBG10 ♦ | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG6900-AC | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG6950AC2 ♦ | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Linksys | CM3016 ♦ | 16×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MB7420 | 16×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MB7621 | 24×8 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MG7540 | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Motorola | MG7550 | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C6250 | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C6300 ♦ | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | CM500 | 16×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| TP-Link | ARCHER CR700 | 16×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| TP-Link | TC-7620 | 16×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
Recommended for Internet plans up to 150 Mbps
| Brand | Model # | Channels | VoIP | WiFi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARRIS | CM820 | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | DG860 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | DG950 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SB6141 | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SB6180 | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SB6182 | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SBG6400 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG6580 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG6580-2 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG6700-AC | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG6782-AC | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Motorola | MB7220 | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MG7310 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Motorola | MG7315 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C3000-100NAS | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C3700-100NAS | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C6220 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | CM400 | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| NETGEAR | N450 (CG3000Dv2) | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| TP-Link | TC-7610 | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| TP-Link | TC-W7960 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Zoom | 5341J | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Zoom | 5345 | 8×4 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Zoom | 5350 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Zoom | 5352 | 8×4 | ❌ | ✅ |
Recommended for Internet plans up to 50 Mbps
Telephone and Internet Modems (eMTA) Note: Cable phone modems must be rented from Sparklight to work properly for telephone service.
Channels: first # refers to downstream channels, second # refers to upstream channels (e.g. 16×4, means 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream channels)
DOCSIS 3.1 offers the fastest speeds
VoIP: indicates if the modem has telephone capability
WiFi: indicates if the modem has WiFi capability
Approved Modems Added in January 2018
ARRIS SB8200
Motorola MB7621
Motorola MB8600
NETGEAR C6250
NETGEAR CM1000
Approved Modems Added in May 2018
Hitron CGNM-2250
Hitron CGNVM-3582
Approved Modems Added in August 2018
ARRIS CM8200
ARRIS SBG6400
ARRIS SBG6580
ARRIS SBG6950AC2
ARRIS SBG7400AC2
NETGEAR C7000v2
NETGEAR C7500
NETGEAR C7800
NETGEAR CM1100
NETGEAR CBR40
Approved Modems Added in November 2018
Linksys CG7500
Linksys CM3016
Linksys CM3024
Motorola MG7700
Approved Modems Added in April 2019
ARRIS SBG10
NETGEAR CM1200
Approved Modems Added in July 2019
ARRIS SBG7600AC2
Sparklight Approved Modems Added in March 2020
NETGEAR CAX80
Sparklight Approved Modems Added in April 2020
ARRIS DG3450
ARRIS SBG8300
Sparklight Approved Modems Added in July 2020
NETGEAR CM2000
NETGEAR CBR750
Sparklight Approved Modems Added in April 2021
NETGEAR C6220
Sparklight Approved Modems Added in September 2021
ARRIS S33
Sparklight Approved Modems Added in October 2021
NETGEAR CAX30S
Sparklight Approved Modems Added in July 2022
Hitron CODA
Sparklight Approved Modems Added in February 2023
Hitron CODA56
Sparklight Company Information
Sparklight Phone Support: 1-877-687-1332
Sparklight serves 21 states.
do I need a pass word on my new modem?
No, your modem does not need a password. If you are using a router you should setup a password, however. Here are instructions on How to Connect a New Modem with Sparklight if you need directions.
Are there any retailers that carry Sparklight compatible modems in Pocatello, ID?
If you have a Walmart or Best Buy in your area, they may have a compatible Sparklight modem for sale.
Stay safe, Clarence.
How can I use WiFi with a TM822 Modem? Inned the phone connection I assume
Hello John,
To use WiFi with the ARRIS TM822G you will need to connect a stand-alone WiFi router. You may view the Best Wireless Routers page for the best options.
What modem/router do you recommend using with Sparklight 1 gigabit internet service ? I was told the modem rental from them was 10.50 per month and after 3 months they raised the price to 12.50 per month and the 1 gigabit internet service is So so over priced and it’s Not a gigabit service you only get about 600 Mbps.
If you are only reaching 600 Mbps speed with your Gigabit service, it probably means your modem is not capable of reaching those speeds. The modem recommended to you is the ARRIS S33. At the time of writing, the device is on sale for only $155 on Amazon. The S33 is capable of 2.5 Gigabit speeds (whenever Sparklight eventually offers those speeds). It is a really good value if you you are looking to upgrade your modem. It is recommended to purchase a separate router, which the value-based TP-Link Archer A7 device will save you money over a high-end device.
If you are set on the ease of a combo unit, there are three (more expensive) choices: the NETGEAR C7800, the NETGEAR CAX30S or the NETGEAR CAX80.
I have been using a 2.0 modem for almost 15 years with Sparklight. i have telephone service also and would like to get a higher speed internet service, but can’t get 3.1 modem because not supported thru Sparklight according to list.
What list are you referring to? Sparklight certainly supports DOCSIS 3.1 modems. The first table above shows the supported DOCSIS 3.1 modems.
But you may be referring to needing a phone modem. If you still require a phone modem, you will need to rent that device from Sparklight. You are not allowed to use your own phone modem (see note above the last table on the page).