Internet Speed Test
Discover your true internet connection speed with our reliable and easy-to-use speed test tool. Simply click the "Start Test" button below to measure your download speed, upload speed, ping, and jitter.
Test History
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About Internet Speed Test
What does this tool do?
Our Internet Speed Test measures your connection's download speed, upload speed, ping latency, jitter, and packet loss. It provides comprehensive insights into your internet performance using real-world testing conditions to help you understand your connection quality.
Why test your internet speed?
Regular speed testing helps you verify you're getting the internet speeds you're paying for, troubleshoot connectivity issues, optimize your network setup, and make informed decisions about internet service plans or equipment upgrades.
Who uses this tool?
- Home users - Verify ISP performance and troubleshoot slow connections
- Remote workers - Ensure adequate bandwidth for video calls and file transfers
- Gamers - Check ping and jitter for optimal gaming performance
- Streamers - Verify upload speeds for live streaming and content creation
- IT professionals - Monitor network performance and diagnose issues
How to use this tool
- Close unnecessary applications that might use your internet connection
- Select a test server (optional) - choose "Automatic" for the nearest server or select a specific location
- Click "Start Test" to begin the comprehensive speed measurement
- Wait for completion - the test measures ping, download speed, upload speed, jitter, and packet loss
- Review your results and compare them with your ISP's advertised speeds
Best practices for accurate testing
For the most accurate results, use a wired Ethernet connection, test at different times of day, and run multiple tests. Wi-Fi speeds can vary significantly based on distance from router, interference, and device capabilities.
Understanding your speed test results
- Download Speed (Mbps)
- How fast data flows from the internet to your device. Critical for streaming, browsing, and downloading files. Higher is better for most activities.
- Upload Speed (Mbps)
- How fast data flows from your device to the internet. Important for video calls, file uploads, live streaming, and cloud backups.
- Ping/Latency (ms)
- The time it takes for data to travel to a server and back. Lower values mean more responsive connections, crucial for gaming and real-time applications.
- Jitter (ms)
- Variation in ping times over the test duration. Lower jitter indicates a more stable connection, important for consistent video calls and gaming.
- Packet Loss (%)
- Percentage of data packets that don't reach their destination. Any packet loss can cause issues with streaming, gaming, and video calls.
✅ Excellent connection indicators:
- Download/Upload speeds match or exceed your ISP plan
- Ping under 20ms for gaming, under 50ms for general use
- Jitter under 5ms for stable performance
- Zero packet loss for reliable connections
⚠️ Performance concerns:
- Speeds significantly below advertised rates
- Ping over 100ms causing noticeable delays
- Jitter over 20ms causing unstable connections
- Packet loss over 1% affecting quality
❌ Connection issues requiring attention:
- Speeds less than 50% of advertised rates
- Ping over 200ms causing severe lag
- High jitter causing frequent disconnections
- Packet loss over 5% causing major disruptions
Factors affecting speed test accuracy
- Network congestion: Peak usage times can reduce speeds
- Wi-Fi limitations: Wireless connections are typically slower than wired
- Device capabilities: Older devices may not achieve full speeds
- Background activity: Other applications using bandwidth affect results
- Server distance: Tests to distant servers may show higher latency
Speed requirements for common activities
Streaming video
SD (480p): 3-4 Mbps | HD (1080p): 5-8 Mbps | 4K: 25+ Mbps. Multiple streams require proportionally more bandwidth.
Video conferencing
Standard quality: 1-2 Mbps | HD video calls: 3-5 Mbps | Group calls: 5-10 Mbps. Upload speed is equally important for sending your video.
Online gaming
Download: 3-6 Mbps usually sufficient | Ping: Under 20ms for competitive gaming | Stability: Low jitter and zero packet loss crucial.
Remote work
Basic tasks: 5-10 Mbps | Video calls + file sharing: 15-25 Mbps | Large file uploads: Higher upload speeds (10+ Mbps) needed.
Technical details
Speed Test Methodology
Our speed test uses multiple measurement techniques:
- Ping Test: Sends small packets to measure round-trip time
- Download Test: Downloads data chunks of increasing size to measure maximum throughput
- Upload Test: Uploads data to measure upstream bandwidth
- Jitter Analysis: Calculates variation in ping times over multiple measurements
- Packet Loss Detection: Monitors for lost data packets during transmission
Factors Affecting Internet Speed
- Network Infrastructure
- Your ISP's network capacity, routing efficiency, and peering agreements with other networks
- Physical Connection Type
- Fiber > Cable > DSL > Satellite in terms of speed and latency performance
- Local Network Setup
- Router quality, Wi-Fi standards, network congestion, and cable quality all impact performance
- Device Limitations
- Older devices, network adapters, and browsers may not achieve full connection speeds
Troubleshooting Slow Speeds
❌ If speeds are much slower than expected:
- Test with wired connection to eliminate Wi-Fi issues
- Close all background applications and browser tabs
- Restart your modem and router
- Test at different times to identify peak congestion
- Contact your ISP if problems persist
⚠️ If experiencing high ping or jitter:
- Check for background downloads or updates
- Ensure Quality of Service (QoS) is configured properly
- Consider upgrading router firmware
- Switch to a less congested Wi-Fi channel
- Use wired connection for latency-sensitive applications
Understanding ISP Speed Claims
ISPs typically advertise "up to" speeds, which represent theoretical maximums under ideal conditions:
- Shared connections: Cable and DSL speeds are shared among neighborhood users
- Network overhead: Protocol overhead reduces usable bandwidth by 5-15%
- Peak hours: Speeds often drop during evening hours (7-11 PM)
- Distance factors: DSL speeds decrease with distance from the central office