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Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro (MR6550)

4.4
Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro (MR6550)
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The M6 Pro is the go-to unlocked 5G modem for anyone who wants to use external antennas, travel with their service, or swap between carriers. It supports 5G Standalone (SA), both sub-6 and mmWave, and has the two TS-9 connectors that the fixed-wireless enthusiast community requires for directional antenna setups.

Not a budget pick — but if you’re building an RV rig, a rural home setup with roof-mounted antennas, or a carrier-agnostic backup, this is the modem most people end up with.

Pros
  • Unlocked — works on T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, and international SIMs
  • Dual TS-9 external antenna ports for directional antennas
  • Battery-powered, portable for RV / travel use
  • WiFi 6E with up to 32 simultaneous clients
  • 5G mmWave capable (n258/n260/n261)
Cons
  • Expensive — $899 retail
  • Not every carrier allows consumer SIMs in third-party modems
  • Battery degrades with continuous wall power use
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