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664 network cables under $100 from Monoprice, Cable Matters, FLYPROFiber and more. Most cost $5 to $49, and half cost less than $14.

Top brands: Monoprice (82)Cable Matters (20)CableGeeker (17)Axiom (16)FLYPROFiber (12)

HPC Optics

Direct attach (SFP), 10 Stated speed

+Carries 10 Gbps for SFP+ to SFP+ connections
+Direct attach passive design for short SFP+ links
+9.8 ft length reaches devices across a small rack or room
−Fixed twinax cable offers no option for longer runs
$49.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:07 PST - Details
FCD

Fiber, OM4, 100 Stated speed, Low smoke (LSZH)

+100Gb duplex OM4 multimode fiber
+Armored construction for added physical protection
+Low smoke zero halogen jacket for enclosed spaces
−Armored jacket is heavier and less flexible than standard patch cords
$46.45
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
Lidkew

Fiber, OM4, 10 Stated speed, Low smoke (LSZH)

+OM4 multimode fiber for 10 Gb/s links
+Low smoke zero halogen jacket
+98.4 ft length for longer runs
−Heavy for overhead routing at this length
$8.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:07 PST - Details
AddOn

Fiber, OM4

+OM4 multimode fiber supports high-speed short-distance links
+Duplex LC to LC connectors fit common fiber ports
+3.3 foot length for connecting nearby equipment
−Fiber cable cannot carry electrical power to devices
$17.08
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
FiberPrime

Fiber, OM4, 2 to 3

+OM4 multimode fiber for high-speed short-range links
+Duplex LC connectors on both ends
+Very short 0.6-foot length for tight equipment racks
−Very short length fits only adjacent equipment
$13.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:07 PST - Details
Blyanx

Fiber, OM4, 100 Stated speed, Low smoke (LSZH)

+Pack of 4 to 5 cables for multiple connections
+Low smoke zero halogen jacket for safer enclosed installs
+LC to SC connectors for mixed fiber equipment
−Requires fiber-compatible LC and SC ports on equipment
$14.39
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
10Gtek

Direct attach (SFP), 40 Stated speed

+Supports 40 Gbps data rate
+Direct attach QSFP+ form factor
+3.3 ft length fits tight equipment layouts
−Very short 3.3 ft reach limits placement
$41.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
AndXe

Fiber, Single-mode, 10 Stated speed

+Supports 10 gigabit per second data rates
+OS2 singlemode fiber for long-distance runs
+SC connectors on both ends
−Single strand simplex cable needs two for duplex links
$5.18
as of 11/04/2026 11:08 PST - Details
Aopockan TechSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed, Outdoor

+2000MHz bandwidth for high-performance networks
+Shielded construction reduces interference
+10 ft length suits desk-to-router connections
−Outdoor jacket is stiffer than indoor cable
$12.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - Details
BusoheSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed, Outdoor

+Pack of 2 to 3 cables for multiple connections
+Shielded SFTP construction reduces interference
+15 ft length suits medium room runs
−Flat cable design is less suited to bundling
$12.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:07 PST - Details
BusoheSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed, 4 to 5

+Shielded cable helps reduce interference
+Short 3 ft length suits tight desk connections
+Pack of 4 to 5 cables for multiple connections
−Short length limits placement between distant devices
$13.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - Details
CabneerSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed

+Shielded construction for reduced interference
+Braided outer jacket
+Gold-plated RJ45 connectors
−Shorter 6 ft length limits placement options
$7.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - Details
VoietoltSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed

+Flat design for neater runs and easier routing
+Braided shielding for protection against interference
+Gold-plated RJ45 connectors for better contact
−Shorter 6 foot length limits placement options
$8.69
as of 11/04/2026 09:11 PST - Details
10GsupxselSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed, Outdoor

+40 Gbps data rate for very high-speed connections
+Shielded construction to reduce interference
+Outdoor jacket suited to outdoor use
−35 ft length is shorter than many other cables
$9.99
as of 11/04/2026 03:09 PST - Details
DdmallSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed, 2 to 3

+Shielded construction for reduced interference
+Two cables included in the pack
+Short 3ft length suits desk-to-device runs
−Short 3ft length limits placement options
$8.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - Details
FiuxgctsSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed

+Shielded design helps reduce interference on the line
+25 foot length suits runs across a room or office
+Braided construction for a sturdier outer sheath
−Longer runs are less common for Cat 8 installs than shorter ones
$19.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:07 PST - Details
JovmoxzSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed

+Shielded construction for interference protection
+Pure copper conductors
+3 ft cable length for short connections
−Short 3 ft length limits placement options
$2.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:06 PST - Details
LekvkmSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed

+Cat8 supports up to 40 Gbps speeds
+Shielded SSTP construction reduces interference
+15 feet long for desk-to-wall or router runs
−Shielded construction makes the cable stiffer to route
$14.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:07 PST - Details
LovicoolSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat6, 40 Stated speed

+Shielded construction for interference resistance
+Weatherproof for outdoor use
+15 ft length for short connections
−Short 15 ft length limits placement
$5.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:07 PST - Details
LtemziiySpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed

+Shielded construction for reduced interference
+Short 6 ft length suits desk-to-router runs
+Nylon braided jacket
−Short length limits placement flexibility
$6.38
as of 11/04/2026 10:07 PST - Details
James BaySpec score 8.4

Ethernet, 40 Stated speed

+Shielded construction for reduced interference
+Supports up to 40 Gbps transfer speeds
+About 9.8 feet long for desk or rack runs
−Heavy duty build is less flexible than standard patch cables
$38.38
as of 11/04/2026 02:08 PST - Details
UGREENSpec score 8.4

Ethernet, Cat8, 40 Stated speed

+Shielded construction reduces interference
+Braided jacket for added durability
+Flat design for tidy routing
−Short 1.5 ft length limits placement options
$6.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - Details
1CONNSpec score 8.3

Ethernet, Cat6a, 10 Stated speed, 4 to 5

+Pack of 5 cables
+Shielded for interference protection
+3.3 ft length for short connections
−3.3 ft length is short for most setups
$67.52
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
AvesViewSpec score 8.3

Ethernet, Cat6, 10 Stated speed

+Cat 6 supports 10Gbps network speeds
+Shielded SFTP construction reduces interference
+25 ft length reaches across larger rooms
−Indoor-only jacket limits outdoor use
$10.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:09 PST - Details
Cable MattersSpec score 8.3

Ethernet, Cat6a, 10 Stated speed, 6 and up

+Ten-pack for equipping several connections at once
+Shielded S/FTP construction for interference resistance
+Seven-foot length suits typical desk-to-wall runs
−Shielded construction is stiffer than unshielded cable
$31.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
Cable MattersSpec score 8.3

Ethernet, Cat6, 10 Stated speed, 2 to 3

+Two-pack for extra connections
+Shielded Cat 6 construction for interference resistance
+Short 1.5-foot length suits tight equipment connections
−Short length limits use to nearby connections
−Extension cable adds a connector to the link
$9.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
Cable MattersSpec score 8.3

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

Compare specs

network cableTypeEthernet categoryStated speedSpec scorePrice
Direct attach (SFP)10n/a$49.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:07 PST - Details
Fiber100n/a$46.45
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
Fiber10n/a$8.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:07 PST - Details
Fibern/a$17.08
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
Fibern/a$13.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:07 PST - Details
Fiber100n/a$14.39
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
Direct attach (SFP)40n/a$41.99
as of 11/04/2026 02:06 PST - Details
Fiber10n/a$5.18
as of 11/04/2026 11:08 PST - Details
EthernetCat8408.4$12.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - Details
EthernetCat8408.4$12.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:07 PST - Details

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