Cable Router/Modem Combo Recommendations?

[FLH03RIDER]

Looking to upgrade my current router and modem with a single router/modem combo. Thoughts, recommendations?
Something like this:

ARRIS (G34) - Cable Modem Router Combo - Fast DOCSIS 3.1 Gigabit WiFi 6 (AX3000), Approved for Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum & More, Four 1 Gbps Ports , 1 Gbps Max Internet Speeds. Cost for this unit is ~$200.00 It's approved for cable internet speed plans up to 1 Gbps.

The ARRIS (G36) at ~$270.00, supposedly approved for cable internet speed plans up to 2.5 Gbps. (It says to: Check your Internet Service Provider (ISP) website to confirm compatibility. )

Need to support typically two computers, and two tv's, and occasionally a PS3. Usually only one tv is in use at any given time.

Thoughts, recommendations?
Thx.

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[bcj]

That's putting all the eggs in one basket sort of thing. If it gets compromised, you're hosed.
I got a generic Motorola DOCSIS 3.1 modem that only does that.
My router sits behind it and I can swap that out with something newer or update it with OpenWRT or other generic router packages that get modern security updates.

 

[tzrider]

That's putting all the eggs in one basket sort of thing. If it gets compromised, you're hosed.
I got a generic Motorola DOCSIS 3.1 modem that only does that.
My router sits behind it and I can swap that out with something newer or update it with OpenWRT or other generic router packages that get modern security updates.

I prefer a separate modem and router too, but would say that the approach adds another point of failure. If either device fails, you’re hosed.

 

[FLH03RIDER]

Didn't think about OpenWRT since I don't think of my stuff as a "real network", nor like a store front kinda operation.
Although have been looking at the Firewalla SE so the router/modem combo box probably isn't the way to go vs having
a unique router, firewall, and modem.

 

[myk]

Not specifically answering your questions, but if you're looking for better internet quality, you could also consider MoCA adapters (more for the TV and PS3). Assuming you have a coax line going to the TV, the adapter will give you the consistency of a hardwired connection without having to run ethernet through the house.

 

[stangmx13]

Here's what I would do. Get a free modem from the your ISP, their most recent model hopefully. Then read reviews on smallnetbuilder.com and pick a router. They tend to call out crap hardware. I like to favor faster CPUs and more RAM in routers over fancy antenna or software bits.