Slickdeals is community-supported.  We may get paid by brands for deals, including promoted items.
Heads up, this deal has expired. Want to create a deal alert for this item?
expiredbuzzy posted Aug 30, 2023 10:28 PM
  1. Deal Image
Item 1 of 2
  1. Deal Image
  2. Deal Image
Item 1 of 2
expiredbuzzy posted Aug 30, 2023 10:28 PM

Motorola MB8611 Ultra-Fast 2.5Gb Ethernet DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem

+ Free S/H

$104

$190

45% off
Motorola Store
43 Comments 17,499 Views
Visit Motorola Store
Good Deal
Save
Share
Deal Details
Motorola has Motorola Multi-Gig Speed Ultra-Fast 2.5Gb Ethernet DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem (mb8611) on sale for $129.99 - 20% Off w/ discount code SUMMER = $104. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member buzzy for finding this deal.

Note, must apply the listed discount code to receive pricing in cart.

Features:
  • DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem
  • Broadcom chip
  • 2.5G Ethernet LAN Port
  • Up to 6000 Mb/s Downstream Speed
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • Dimensions (7.88 x 2.25 x 7.25)
  • 5 x Status LEDs
  • Limited Warranty 2 Year
  • Supports 2.5 Gb/s+ Internet Speeds
  • Up to 800 Mb/s Upstream Speed
  • Integrated Lightning & Surge Protection
  • Backward Compatible

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This offer is priced $39.99 lower than this Frontpage Deal from last November and $85.99 lower (45.3% savings) than the list price.
    • Refer to the forum thread for additional details and community discussion.
  • About this product:
    • 2-year warranty and free support
  • About this store:
    • Motorola's return policy is here

Original Post

Written by buzzy
Community Notes
About the Poster
Deal Details
Community Notes
About the Poster
Motorola has Motorola Multi-Gig Speed Ultra-Fast 2.5Gb Ethernet DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem (mb8611) on sale for $129.99 - 20% Off w/ discount code SUMMER = $104. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member buzzy for finding this deal.

Note, must apply the listed discount code to receive pricing in cart.

Features:
  • DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem
  • Broadcom chip
  • 2.5G Ethernet LAN Port
  • Up to 6000 Mb/s Downstream Speed
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • Dimensions (7.88 x 2.25 x 7.25)
  • 5 x Status LEDs
  • Limited Warranty 2 Year
  • Supports 2.5 Gb/s+ Internet Speeds
  • Up to 800 Mb/s Upstream Speed
  • Integrated Lightning & Surge Protection
  • Backward Compatible

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This offer is priced $39.99 lower than this Frontpage Deal from last November and $85.99 lower (45.3% savings) than the list price.
    • Refer to the forum thread for additional details and community discussion.
  • About this product:
    • 2-year warranty and free support
  • About this store:
    • Motorola's return policy is here

Original Post

Written by buzzy

Community Voting

Deal Score
+27
Good Deal
Visit Motorola Store

Leave a Comment

Unregistered (You)

Top Comments

inter4ever
245 Posts
114 Reputation
It depends on the network where you live, but at some point if they upgrade it, you'll start getting issues. Comcast and Motorola keep blaming each other and neither wants to take responsibility. I had to go back to my old modem that maxes out at 300 mbps while still paying for 1 gbps
gambit622
731 Posts
70 Reputation
I'm a cable technician for *****y. I can say don't get this. Get an arris s33. I go to so many trouble call appointments for intermittent internet. All channels are locked on upstream and downstream. Docsis 3.1 bonds are in spec. It just randomly drops speeds and sometimes lags.
buzzy
3528 Posts
1105 Reputation
Google MB8611 xfinity reddit, lots of issues reported. No posts reporting the issues are fixed; hard to know if that's just that people only post to complain, and don't come back to post when things are fine, or if the issues are still underway. But xfinity users seem to have more success with the 8600.

Or to put it another way, the 8600 is currently recommended by Xfinity. The 8611 is only approved.

It may depend on how much time you have to mess around with it. There is a 30 day return policy. I don't know if it depends on where you are connecting, it very well may as Xfinity networks probably vary across the country.

42 Comments

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Aug 30, 2023 11:02 PM
601 Posts
Joined Nov 2014
Aug 30, 2023 11:02 PM
hoxuantuAug 30, 2023 11:02 PM
601 Posts
Great deal. Are they going to release new modems and trying to get rid of old stock?
Aug 30, 2023 11:04 PM
137 Posts
Joined Jan 2022
Aug 30, 2023 11:04 PM
CalmChannel1150Aug 30, 2023 11:04 PM
137 Posts
it's illegal to sell refurbished as new. Also, refurbished won't have 2 year warranty.
2
Aug 30, 2023 11:11 PM
86 Posts
Joined Nov 2019
Aug 30, 2023 11:11 PM
Abs4155Aug 30, 2023 11:11 PM
86 Posts
Is this the lowest price slick deal on the 8611?
1
Aug 31, 2023 01:04 AM
42 Posts
Joined Mar 2017
Aug 31, 2023 01:04 AM
JasonH888Aug 31, 2023 01:04 AM
42 Posts
Quote from CalmChannel1150 :
it's illegal to sell refurbished as new. Also, refurbished won't have 2 year warranty.
Anywhere saying this is a refurbished unit?
Aug 31, 2023 01:05 AM
374 Posts
Joined Sep 2008
Aug 31, 2023 01:05 AM
neverwearthemAug 31, 2023 01:05 AM
374 Posts
Absolutely do not buy if you'd be using on Xfinity.
3
4
Aug 31, 2023 01:05 AM
151 Posts
Joined May 2005
Aug 31, 2023 01:05 AM
pop77Aug 31, 2023 01:05 AM
151 Posts
Thank you. Very timely for me. I pulled the plug, I have Xfinity.
Website says 30 day money back guarantee, free returns and 2 year warranty. Hope this works out.

This reviewer tested this with Xfinity and did not have any issues.
https://approvedmodems.org/motoro...11-review/
Last edited by pop77 August 30, 2023 at 06:10 PM.
Aug 31, 2023 01:08 AM
17 Posts
Joined Jun 2014
Aug 31, 2023 01:08 AM
thejjuiceAug 31, 2023 01:08 AM
17 Posts
Quote from t4t3r :
Absolutely do not buy if you'd be using on Xfinity.
Personal experience? I have xfinity and thinking about getting this
1

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Aug 31, 2023 01:19 AM
245 Posts
Joined Jul 2012
Aug 31, 2023 01:19 AM
inter4everAug 31, 2023 01:19 AM
245 Posts

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank inter4ever

Quote from thejjuice :
Personal experience? I have xfinity and thinking about getting this
It depends on the network where you live, but at some point if they upgrade it, you'll start getting issues. Comcast and Motorola keep blaming each other and neither wants to take responsibility. I had to go back to my old modem that maxes out at 300 mbps while still paying for 1 gbps
3
Original Poster
Aug 31, 2023 01:32 AM
3,528 Posts
Joined Sep 2006
Aug 31, 2023 01:32 AM
buzzy
Original Poster
Aug 31, 2023 01:32 AM
3,528 Posts

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank buzzy

Quote from thejjuice :
Personal experience? I have xfinity and thinking about getting this
Google MB8611 xfinity reddit, lots of issues reported. No posts reporting the issues are fixed; hard to know if that's just that people only post to complain, and don't come back to post when things are fine, or if the issues are still underway. But xfinity users seem to have more success with the 8600.

Or to put it another way, the 8600 is currently recommended by Xfinity. The 8611 is only approved.

It may depend on how much time you have to mess around with it. There is a 30 day return policy. I don't know if it depends on where you are connecting, it very well may as Xfinity networks probably vary across the country.
Last edited by buzzy August 30, 2023 at 06:35 PM.
1
1
Aug 31, 2023 01:32 AM
731 Posts
Joined Nov 2015
Aug 31, 2023 01:32 AM
gambit622Aug 31, 2023 01:32 AM
731 Posts

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank gambit622

I'm a cable technician for *****y. I can say don't get this. Get an arris s33. I go to so many trouble call appointments for intermittent internet. All channels are locked on upstream and downstream. Docsis 3.1 bonds are in spec. It just randomly drops speeds and sometimes lags.
1
2
Aug 31, 2023 01:40 AM
346 Posts
Joined Jul 2004
Aug 31, 2023 01:40 AM
aimoAug 31, 2023 01:40 AM
346 Posts
Quote from buzzy :
Google MB8611 xfinity reddit, lots of issues reported. No posts reporting the issues are fixed; hard to know if that's just that people only post to complain, and don't come back to post when things are fine, or if the issues are still underway. But xfinity users seem to have more success with the 8600.

Or to put it another way, the 8600 is currently recommended by Xfinity. The 8611 is only approved.

It may depend on how much time you have to mess around with it. There is a 30 day return policy. I don't know if it depends on where you are connecting, it very well may as Xfinity networks probably vary across the country.
MB8611 firmware cannot get updates, remains the original version 8611-19.2.18
Speed is limited to 200Mbps , regardless how fast your subscription is. Stay away MB8611
1
2
Aug 31, 2023 01:42 AM
788 Posts
Joined Nov 2005
Aug 31, 2023 01:42 AM
myculitoAug 31, 2023 01:42 AM
788 Posts
I've had the MB8611 with Xfinity 800mbps tier for 8 months and it has been rock solid.

Bonus: Using this over the Xfinity gateway gets rid of the stupid public Xfinity hotspot they make disabling so difficult.
1
Original Poster
Aug 31, 2023 01:43 AM
3,528 Posts
Joined Sep 2006
Aug 31, 2023 01:43 AM
buzzy
Original Poster
Aug 31, 2023 01:43 AM
3,528 Posts
Quote from gambit622 :
I'm a cable technician for *****y. I can say don't get this. Get an arris s33. I go to so many trouble call appointments for intermittent internet. All channels are locked on upstream and downstream. Docsis 3.1 bonds are in spec. It just randomly drops speeds and sometimes lags.
People with xfinity service report issues with the S33 as well.
1
Pro
Aug 31, 2023 01:44 AM
3,292 Posts
Joined Dec 2008
Aug 31, 2023 01:44 AM
qkumbr
Pro
Aug 31, 2023 01:44 AM
3,292 Posts
Quote from CalmChannel1150 :
it's illegal to sell refurbished as new. Also, refurbished won't have 2 year warranty.
Tell that to Gamestop lmao

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Aug 31, 2023 01:46 AM
731 Posts
Joined Nov 2015
Aug 31, 2023 01:46 AM
gambit622Aug 31, 2023 01:46 AM
731 Posts
Quote from buzzy :
People with xfinity service report issues with the S33 as well.
I have an s33 myself. Refuse to use an xb8 modem. I don't like to be locked down using their dns. No issues with the s33 except for the heat it generates. I have a usb fan on it to keep it cool. No timeout errors, no lost syncs unless it's a plant issue with xfinity. Best purchase I've made and favorite modem so far that I've seen.
1

Leave a Comment

Unregistered (You)

Related Searches

ComputersComputer NetworkingModemsFree ShippingMotorolaMotorola Store

Popular Deals

View All
Found by
$70$8113% off$69.98: 65-Piece Wiha Precision Micro Bit Ratchet Steel Storage Box (75965) at Amazon
1
Found by
$239$66864% offEcoFlow Solar Generator RIVER 2 Max 512Wh+110W Solar Panel Certified Refurbished | eBay $239
5
Found by
$239$29017% offHarbor Freight DAYTONA 3 Ton Low-Profile Superduty Floor Jack with RAPID PUMP for $239 from 08/11-08/17
3
Found by
$5.59$1253% off2-Pack 6.6' LISEN up to 240W USB-C to USB-C Charging Cables $5.59 + Free Shipping w/ Prime
1
Found by
$69$9930% off$69: 5″ DeWALT Random Orbit Sander, Variable Speed (DWE6423) at Amazon
0

Trending Deals

View All
Found by
$80$17052% offNike Men's Air Max Dn Shoes (6-15, Various) $79.98 + Free Shipping
0
Found by
$530$90041% offLenovo IdeaPad Slim Laptop: 5i 16" 1200p Touch, Core 7 240H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD $530 + Free S/H
3
Found by
$40$8050% offCyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition (Xbox Series X|S) Digital Download $39.99
6
Found by
$14$3053% off12-Pack 12-Oz OLIPOP Sparkling Prebiotic Soda Cans (Ridge Rush) $14.19 ($1.19 each) w/ S&S + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on $35+
2
Found by
$11$1942% off4-Count 15.5-Oz JoyJolt Glass Coffee Mugs $10.95 ($2.73 each) + Free Shipping w/ Prime or on $35+
0