Alright, so I finally upgraded to the Hitron CODA56 DOCSIS 3.1 modem, and wow—what a difference! My old ARRIS was struggling with seven devices, but this thing handles everything like a champ.

First off, setup was a breeze. I called COX (my ISP), gave them the MAC address from the box, and boom—activated in minutes. No technician visit, no headaches. Just plug-and-play simplicity.

Speed? Insane. I’m hitting consistent 1 Gbps on my plan, and even my uploads are snappier (hello, Zoom meetings without lag). Pro tip: Make sure your routers/switches are also gigabit-capable—don’t let old gear bottleneck you like I almost did.

No built-in Wi-Fi? No problem. I paired it with my TP-Link router and have zero complaints. Plus, ditching Comcast’s rental fees means this modem pays for itself in under a year.

One gripe: The lack of a user interface unless you’re tech-savvy. But honestly, if you just want fast internet without tinkering, it’s flawless out of the box.

Final verdict? 5/5 stars. Faster speeds, no rental fees, and works with multiple ISPs. If you’re on the fence, just get it—you won’t regret it.