xFi Gateway modem alternate?

[jays02]

XFINITY FLEX account using xFi Gateway router/modem. He is charging more now for modem also. No other provider option available.

Did anyone used own modem instead of paying the rent?

[coffee]

I never rented from him..there are list of modems he supports..check his website 

[appaji_pesarattu]

25 minutes ago, jays02 said:

XFINITY FLEX account using xFi Gateway router/modem. He is charging more now for modem also. No other provider option available.

Did anyone used own modem instead of paying the rent?

i was in similar shoes earlier... used to pay around 15, anduke bought own modem+router with Netgear nighthawk

[8pm]

52 minutes ago, jays02 said:

XFINITY FLEX account using xFi Gateway router/modem. He is charging more now for modem also. No other provider option available.

Did anyone used own modem instead of paying the rent?

What’s the max speed for your plan??

[shaktimaan]

52 minutes ago, jays02 said:

XFINITY FLEX account using xFi Gateway router/modem. He is charging more now for modem also. No other provider option available.

Did anyone used own modem instead of paying the rent?

buy a separate modem and router. Avoid modem+router combo if you need good coverage

Arris for modem and net gear for router 

[Konebhar6]

5 hours ago, jays02 said:

XFINITY FLEX account using xFi Gateway router/modem. He is charging more now for modem also. No other provider option available.

Did anyone used own modem instead of paying the rent?

Never used their router/modem. I have my own. There are many Modem+router 2in1 devices. Arris makes some good ones.

[jays02]

13 hours ago, appaji_pesarattu said:

i was in similar shoes earlier... used to pay around 15, anduke bought own modem+router with Netgear nighthawk

Can you please give the link or more details of the router. I have 2 yrs old router, not sure that will work for this. Thanks.

[jays02]

13 hours ago, 8pm said:

What’s the max speed for your plan??

Extreme Pro/Gigabit plan will increase from 900 Mbps to true 1 Gbps speed. Using for office work also along with youtube movies/news, so not sure this much needed.

[Konebhar6]

53 minutes ago, jays02 said:

Extreme Pro/Gigabit plan will increase from 900 Mbps to true 1 Gbps speed. Using for office work also along with youtube movies/news, so not sure this much needed.

Go for DOCSIS 3.1

https://www.amazon.com/ARRIS-SURFboard-Approved-SB8200-Frustration/dp/B07DY16W2Z/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=72V55VPF6FG1&keywords=router+modem+combo&qid=1690736940&sprefix=router+modem%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Actually 300 MBPS speeds are enough for all your needs. I work remote, internet TV, youtube, multiple devices, etc. Never had issues.

[jays02]

47 minutes ago, Konebhar6 said:

Go for DOCSIS 3.1

https://www.amazon.com/ARRIS-SURFboard-Approved-SB8200-Frustration/dp/B07DY16W2Z/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=72V55VPF6FG1&keywords=router+modem+combo&qid=1690736940&sprefix=router+modem%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Actually 300 MBPS speeds are enough for all your needs. I work remote, internet TV, youtube, multiple devices, etc. Never had issues.

Great, thanks. I appreciate your quick reply. Do we need to inform Comcast about our modem details or just plug and use and return their modem?

[Konebhar6]

6 minutes ago, jays02 said:

Great, thanks. I appreciate your quick reply. Do we need to inform Comcast about our modem details or just plug and use and return their modem?

Installing your own modem is very easy esp when you have their app. Previously you had to call them to register your device. But now the app does that. 

You don't need to inform them about your own router. However, they will keep charging until you return. 

Anyways its always a better idea to call them and let them know to avoid any surprises. 

[appaji_pesarattu]

2 hours ago, jays02 said:

Can you please give the link or more details of the router. I have 2 yrs old router, not sure that will work for this. Thanks.

i got  this in deal for 120 sometime back

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/netgear-nighthawk-ac1900-router-with-docsis-3-0-cable-modem-black/4403100.p?skuId=4403100&extStoreId=416&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwlJimBhAsEiwA1hrp5oTDn63CPpldfegZ2YXTKRnZ5lHcKHUM5c7jhNhdtB4rXN1rSxO7lhoCWgAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[kittu_123]

16 hours ago, jays02 said:

XFINITY FLEX account using xFi Gateway router/modem. He is charging more now for modem also. No other provider option available.

Did anyone used own modem instead of paying the rent?

I was in your same situation early this year as promotion was over on XFi gateway modem. 

I bought Netgear nighthawk modem+router(both in one device) for $350 I guess from Costco. I'm happy with it.

[shaktimaan]

29 minutes ago, jays02 said:

Great, thanks. I appreciate your quick reply. Do we need to inform Comcast about our modem details or just plug and use and return their modem?

Registering new modem through app doesn’t work sometimes. Call them and they’ll do it. If you live in a house with a basement get a router with antennas for good coverage.  Also, return your flex and xfinity gateway and keep the ups receipt until you see it’s taken off your account. 
comcast is pretty bad in this and will sometimes keep charging you even after returning their device. 

[Konebhar6]

25 minutes ago, shaktimaan said:

Registering new modem through app doesn’t work sometimes. Call them and they’ll do it. If you live in a house with a basement get a router with antennas for good coverage.  Also, return your flex and xfinity gateway and keep the ups receipt until you see it’s taken off your account. 
comcast is pretty bad in this and will sometimes keep charging you even after returning their device. 

That's why i always return ATT or xFinity equipmnt directly at their store.