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Van94603
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Jan 23, 2021

Should I use CM1150v with Orbi RBR50 or Xfi wifi 6?

I was just given used CM1150v modem with a Orbi RBR50 router with a RBS50 Satellite included. I currently have a rented Xfi gateway wifi 6 (modem/router combo). Not sure which is better overall

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    michaelkenward
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jan 24, 2021
    Van94603 wrote:
    I was just given used CM1150v modem with a Orbi RBR50 router with a RBS50 Satellite included. I currently have a rented Xfi gateway wifi 6 (modem/router combo). Not sure which is better overall

    Best is what suits you. If the modem and Orbi work, then you can save yourself the cost of the rental.

     

    Modem/router combinations generally have fewer features than standalone devices. And with a cable modem/router you are probably stuck with the original firmware. Updates are down to the ISP.

     

    Orbi is generally better for wifi than you'll find on a modem/router.