Netgear Nighthawk M6

The unlocked Netgear Nighthawk M6 mobile hotspot delivers strong 5G performance on AT&T and T-Mobile, but its battery life could be better.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • Blazing fast, secure 5G internet with speeds up to 2.5Gbps as your primary home internet connection and for on-the-go travel. Work, stream, and game all at the same time.Ports : One (1) USB Type-C, One (1) 1Gbps Ethernet, Two (2) TS9 RF ports.
  • Fast WiFi 6 speeds up to 3.6Gbps and greater capacity to connect up to 32 devices for exceptional performance for your whole family
  • Unlocked, portable hot spot for 5G and 4G LTE around the world, certified with AT&T and T-Mobile and requires a 5G compatible SIM card. Ask your 5G wireless network provider for the best 5G data plan for your needs
  • Extend 5G internet speeds throughout your home. Plug your home’s WiFi router or Orbi mesh system into the 1 Gig Ethernet port
  • 1 Gig Ethernet port for a wired connection to a WiFi router, mesh system, laptop or other wired devices. Use the USB-C port for an ultra-fast wired data connection
  • Set up, change WiFi settings, share access, & monitor your data usage easily on the 2.4" color LCD touch screen
  • Secure private WiFi connection for laptops, tablets and phones in airports, hotels, trains and other places offering public WiFi
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X62 5G modem for premium power and performance

PROS

+ Work on multiple carriers
+ Supports sub-6GHz/mid-band 5G
+ Easily adjustable settings

CONS

- Unimpressive battery life
- No mmWave 5G
- Expensive

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on April 05, 2023
The unlocked Netgear Nighthawk M6 mobile hotspot delivers strong 5G performance on AT&T and T-Mobile, but its battery life could be better.
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By Tom's Guide on April 05, 2023
Need a back-up Internet plan or just online access anywhere you go? Netgear’s Nighthawk M6 Mobile Hotspot Router can deliver the data, but its performance is limited by which part of a 5G network it can tap into.
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