Hitron MoCA 2.5 Network Adapter (2-Pack) - Requires Connected Coax Network | Up to 1 Gbps Ethernet Over Existing Coax | Ideal for Cable Internet Homes | 2 HTEM4 Adapters

Some context: I'm a System Administrator and a handy man. Girlfriend wanted wired internet but didn't want me going around and running ethernet cables in the wall or outside. ISP: XFinity Router Model: xFi Gateway XB6 Setup: Router has Moca built-in (you can verify this by logging into the GUI / Admin Console and ensure MoCA has a green check mark). Go to a Coax enabled room, plug the coax coming out of the wall into the left port the Hitron device, this will enable the device to also have ethernet. Plug an ethernet cable from the Hitron device to an ethernet ready device like a PS5 or PC. If you have a cable box, you may plug that into the right side coax on the Hitron device, as this is a passthrough. Note: You can utilize this, plug the ethernet port to a PoE switch / PoE injector and connect access points to further extend Wi-Fi coverage. Review: As someone who values a robust and reliable home network, I recently added the Hitron Bonded MoCA 2.5 Adapter to her setup, and the results have been nothing short of impressive. This 2-pack set has transformed the way she experience connectivity, making it a must-have for anyone seeking to maximize their network performance without the need of running ethernet cables. But please ensure your ISP device is MoCA enabled. If not you will need to follow the instructions (included) to enable MoCA. Effortless Setup: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Setting up the Hitron MoCA 2.5 Adapters was surprisingly easy. The instructions were clear and concise, guiding me through the process step by step. Within minutes, I had both adapters connected and ready to work their magic, bridging the gap between Ethernet and coaxial cables. Powerful Network Extension: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The true beauty of these adapters lies in their ability to extend my network effortlessly through existing coaxial cables. I've been able to connect remote devices, gaming consoles, and smart TVs without any drop in performance or signal degradation. The adapters effectively create a high-speed backbone that brings life to dead spots in my home. Speed and Stability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Hitron Bonded MoCA 2.5 Adapters live up to their promise of providing lightning-fast speeds and rock-solid stability. My girlfriend's online gaming experience has been elevated to a new level, along with video watching, with reduced latency and seamless connectivity. Her father is extremely happy as well as I was able to hardwire their devices in the living room, in which he can watch all the movies and videos in 4K without issue. No longer do they worry about buffering during high-definition streaming or lag during crucial online battles or video streaming. Plug-and-Play Convenience: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Once the adapters were set up, I was pleasantly surprised by their plug-and-play nature. The adapters instantly recognized the MoCA router and established a secure and fast connection. It's a user-friendly solution that delivers impressive results without the need for complex configurations. Versatile Compatibility: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Hitron MoCA 2.5 Adapters are compatible with a wide range of devices, making them an excellent addition to any home network. They seamlessly integrate with routers, modems, and various Ethernet-enabled devices, ensuring that you can enjoy enhanced connectivity throughout your household. Compact Design: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The adapters' sleek and compact design is a welcome addition. They don't take up much space and can be discreetly placed in various areas of the house, ensuring a clutter-free and organized setup. In conclusion, the Hitron Bonded MoCA 2.5 Adapter for Ethernet Over Coax (2-Pack) is a networking marvel that delivers on its promises. From effortless setup to impressive speed and stability, these adapters have truly transformed my home network experience. If you're looking to eliminate dead zones, enhance connectivity, and enjoy a seamless online experience, this product is an investment worth making. Highly recommended for tech enthusiasts and everyday users alike!

Device worked perfectly. It was simple to set up and nearly doubled my speed over WiFi. The passthrough coaxial port was helpful too since it saved me from having to buy a second splitter. Overall, well worth the price for the performance.

BOTTOM LINE These work great! I get full speed using speedtest.net (300 Mbps). BACKSTORY While I have a wireless mesh, I was having challenges with the reliability of the signal to my office. After many gyrations with the mesh configurations, I concluded that the only solution was to be "wired". However, based on the layout of the house and where the internet enters it, running Cat 5e/6 was going to be near impossible (without tearing out walls, a non-starter). So I started to research options and ran into MoCA. I live in 25 year-old house that has unused coax running to the office (I stream). The coax drop shares the same entry point as the internet provider's drop. I bought a cable tester to determine which line was "hot" to the office. I connected the Moca to a wireless satellite switch (main router in a different room) and was amazed at the speed and stability (initially). However, over time it (stability) degraded. I created a lab to isolate the problem and determined the MoCA devices were not the problem. After proving that the MoCA was fine and there were not NIC card issues, or cat 6 issues wire issues from MoCA to the computer NIC card, I had to conclude there was an issue with the coax. During my research I ran into a comment in passing, I think on Quora, where someone indicated that if the coax had a splitter it "might" degrade the signal. Using, this information, I traced the line and found the splitter in my basement and bypassed it. Instant stability! This lasted about two months until the weather changed and the attic heated up, then the stability issues cropped up again. I went into the attic and traced the coax line and discovered a second splitter. I bypassed it and have not had an issue since. AS AN ASIDE I use speedtest.net on Windows 10 with a Chrome browser and am getting my full bandwidth. I did download the Speedtest app and found it to be very inconsistent. I discovered that with the removal of the second splitter, the app was much more in alignment with the browser version's readings, but at times still inconsistent, typically slower than browser reading. I have written to speedtest about this and have not heard back. I was so pleased with the product, I bought a second pair of MoCA Ethernet adapters for my bonus room and connected it to my TV using a wireless access point switch. Using the app on Apple TV gives full speed bandwidth as well. UPDATE 2/18/2024 I ended up having one more degradation "issue" and ventured back up into the attic and discovered a 3rd splitter. I removed it and now after almost 8 months and 3 seasons, Summer, Fall and Winter, there are still no issues. In fact, it has been very stable. I don't expect any issues this Spring as the temperatures in NC are very moderate that time of year. I was so enamored I introduced a switch into the mix and connected the Hitron Bonded MoCA 2.5 Adapter output to it and then connected my desktop to the switch with no degradation. I also did two ethernet cat 6 line drops from attic and connected them to the switch for future use. I later used one drop for my television only to discover the TV NIC was limited to only 100 mps. Apparently, this is relatively normal for most TVs Ugh! I added a satellite to my mesh network and am getting above 100mps via the TV's wifi nic. I did test the television drop with my laptop and got the full 300 mps. Back the BOTTOM LINE, still very pleased with the product. NOTE: both sets of the product are in climate controlled portions of my house not the attic.

I had low expectations for this class of product (MOCA connectors) in general because I didn't have any experience with them previously. I was pleasantly surprised at how easy this was to setup and at the performance of the connection after setup was complete. The only things I have to compare this to are Powerline connection kits. I have an odd home internet setup where I have a fiber internet connection for my main internet and a secondary cable internet connection as a backup. Using the coax cable already present in my home, I was able to connect the router used for my cable internet to a mesh point on another floor of the home using wired backhaul over the MOCA connection. I've done this using 3 different powerline solutions in the past and the best speed I could achieve was about 85-90 Mbps. Using the MOCA connector instead gives me the full speed of the cable internet connection which is 600 Mbps (and with low latency). I set this up in about 5 minutes and it was just plug and play. The MOCA connection has been rock solid and stable without the fluctuations and high latency that the Powerline solutions gave. If you need a wired connection between two rooms and there is coax running between them, this MOCA connector kit is probably the best solution you can buy, short of having ethernet cable drops installed.

Work well and we're easy to connect. I have heard about reliability issues with these, but after 2 hours of usage, all is great. I will update this review if things change.

Gerät funktioniert einwandfrei

It's not 2.5gbps as it has a 1gbps port! Other than that I can get almost 950Mbps out of it. I would have gone with a 5 star rating if only the description was accurate

The plugs enclosed in the package were US standard, not European.

Leider kam der Artikel mit einem US Netzteil, welches in Deutschland nicht passt. Jetzt also noch extra einen Adapter bestellen....

Beim auspacken zeigt sich erstmal, dass ein US Stecker dabei ist, kein Europäischer. Somit konnte ich erstmal nichts probieren. Musste einen Adapter kaufen. Dann benötigt es Buchsen mit 3 Anschlüssen. Auch diese habe ich nachgekauft und ersetzt. Nachdem ich alles nachgekauft habe, funktioniert leider das Internet weiterhin nicht. Eine Verbindung ließ sich nicht herstellen.