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Cable Matters Network Cables under $100

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5 Cable Matters network cables under $100. Most cost $10 to $29, and half cost less than $17.

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Fiber, OM3, 40 Stated speed, Plenum (CMP)

+Five-pack for multiple fiber connections
+Supports 40Gb data speeds
+Plenum jacket suits air-handling spaces
−Very short 3.3ft length limits placement
$29.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:08 PST - Details
Cable MattersSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat6a, 10 Stated speed, 4 to 5

+Five-pack for multiple connections
+Shielded S/FTP construction for interference resistance
+Snagless boot for easier unplugging
−Shielded construction is stiffer than unshielded cable
$14.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
Cable Matters

Ethernet, Cat6, 10 Stated speed, 4 to 5

+Five-pack for multiple connections
+Slim profile for easier routing
+Snagless boot for easier unplugging
−Thin 28 AWG conductors are less robust than heavier gauges
$9.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:09 PST - Details
Cable Matters

Ethernet

+Built-in FTDI chipset for console access
+6 ft length suits a nearby switch or router
+Rollover cable for Cisco device consoles
−Serial console cable, not a standard Ethernet cable
$21.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:05 PST - Details
Cable Matters

Ethernet

+FTDI chipset for console connections
+6 ft length suits a nearby switch or router
+Rollover cable for Cisco device consoles
−Serial console cable, not a standard Ethernet cable
$17.49
as of 11/04/2026 06:05 PST - Details

Compare specs

network cableTypeEthernet categoryStated speedSpec scorePrice
Fiber40n/a$29.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:08 PST - Details
EthernetCat6a108.4$14.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
EthernetCat610n/a$9.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:09 PST - Details
Ethernetn/a$21.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:05 PST - Details
Ethernetn/a$17.49
as of 11/04/2026 06:05 PST - Details

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