Internet Speed Test: How Fast Is Your Connection?
Run a free internet speed test to check your download speed, upload speed, ping and jitter in seconds. Press GO below, and you need no app or sign-up.
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Each test can use 100 MB or more on fast connections. Use Wi-Fi if your mobile data is limited.
An internet speed test shows how quickly your connection sends and receives data. First, press GO in the test above. Then read your download speed, upload speed, ping and jitter, and see what your connection can handle.
Why Run an Internet Speed Test?
Because your plan speed and your real speed often differ, a quick test is the best way to check. Running a free internet speed test helps you confirm you get the speed you pay for. Also, it shows why video calls stutter or games lag, so you can decide whether to upgrade your plan or fix your Wi-Fi. If you want to explore more of our tools, visit our home page.
What Your Speed Test Results Mean
Download speed (Mbps)
This is how fast data reaches your device. As a result, it affects streaming, browsing and downloading files.
Upload speed (Mbps)
This is how fast you send data out. Therefore, it matters for video calls, cloud backups and sharing large files.
Ping (ms)
Ping is the time a small message takes to reach the server and come back. Under 20 ms is excellent, but over 100 ms can cause noticeable lag.
Jitter (ms)
Jitter is how much your ping changes from moment to moment. Because high jitter causes choppy audio and stutter, under 10 ms keeps calls and games smooth.
Loaded ping (ms)
This is your ping while the line is busy downloading or uploading. Thus, it shows how your connection behaves when the whole family is online.
Latency grade
The grade runs from A+ to F, based on how much your ping rises under load. If you score A or better, games and calls stay smooth even during big downloads.
Also, most home plans have a much faster download than upload, so a lower upload result is normal.
What Is a Good Internet Speed Test Result?
Speeds are measured in megabits per second (Mbps), and you can read more about data rate units on Wikipedia. A higher number means a faster connection. As a guide, Netflix recommends at least 3 Mbps for HD, 5 Mbps for full HD and 15 Mbps for 4K video, per stream. Therefore, add up what everyone in your home does at the same time:
- When you only browse and send email, 1 to 5 Mbps is enough.
- If you stream HD video, plan for 5 to 10 Mbps per device.
- Since 4K video is heavier, plan for 15 to 25 Mbps per device.
- While you are on a video call, you need 3 to 8 Mbps download, 3+ Mbps upload and a ping under 100 ms.
- Because games need quick responses, aim for 10 to 25 Mbps with a ping under 50 ms and low jitter.
- If many people share one connection, choose 100 Mbps or more.
Idle Ping vs Loaded Ping (Bufferbloat)
Your idle ping is measured when nothing else is happening, while loaded ping is measured as the test fills your connection.
| Grade | Ping increase under load | What it means |
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| A+ / A | Under 30 ms | Smooth gaming and calls even during downloads |
| B | 30 to 60 ms | Fine for most use, slight lag in fast games |
| C | 60 to 200 ms | Noticeable lag when others use the internet |
| D / F | Over 200 ms | Calls break up and games lag badly under load |
Multi vs Single Connection
Multi connection
It uses several parallel streams, like a busy home with many devices. Therefore, it shows the full speed of your plan, and it is the default.
Single connection
It uses one stream, like downloading one file or watching one video. However, it is often lower than Multi on fast plans, which is normal.
Mbps vs MB/s: Why Downloads Look Slower
Speed tests show megabits per second (Mbps), while browsers and game launchers usually show megabytes per second (MB/s). Because one byte is 8 bits, you can divide your result by 8 to estimate real download speed.
Quick conversion
MB/s = Mbps ÷ 8
For example, a 100 Mbps connection downloads at about 12.5 MB/s.
How to Get an Accurate Internet Speed Test
For the most reliable internet speed test, follow these steps:
- First, connect your device with an Ethernet cable, or stand close to your Wi-Fi router.
- Next, pause downloads, streaming and cloud backups on all devices.
- Then turn off any VPN while you test.
- Finally, run the test two or three times and compare the results. Your last five tests are saved in your browser.
Results vary between different speed tests because each one uses different servers. Therefore, always compare tests on the same device and network. You can also switch servers with the Change server menu under the test.
How to Improve a Slow Internet Speed
- Restart your router. Turn the router and modem off for 30 seconds to clear temporary faults.
- Move the router. Place it in a central, open spot away from thick walls and microwaves.
- Use 5 GHz Wi-Fi. It is faster than 2.4 GHz when you are near the router.
- Plug in with Ethernet. Wire up gaming consoles, TVs and work computers for the best ping.
- Enable SQM or QoS. Because downloads can flood your connection, this fixes a poor latency grade.
- Call your provider. If a wired test is still well below your plan, share your results with them.
Internet Speed Test FAQs
Why is my internet speed test result lower than my plan?
Because Wi-Fi signal strength, other devices, an old router, a VPN and network congestion can all lower your result, test again on a wired connection. If it is still slow, contact your provider.
What is a good ping for gaming?
When ping is under 20 ms it is excellent, and under 50 ms is good for most online games. However, fast shooters feel best under 30 ms. Also, above 100 ms you will usually notice delay.
What is jitter and why does it matter?
Jitter is how much your ping changes between measurements. Because of that, high jitter makes video calls choppy and games stutter even when your download speed is high.
What is loaded latency or bufferbloat?
Loaded latency is your ping while the connection is busy downloading or uploading. If it rises far above your idle ping, your router is suffering from bufferbloat, which causes lag in games and calls whenever someone else uses the internet.
Should I use Multi or Single connection?
Because multi connection uses several parallel streams, it shows the full speed of your plan. However, single connection uses one stream and shows what a single download, like one file or one video, can reach.
How often should I test my internet speed?
Test whenever your connection feels slow, and also once a month to spot problems early. Besides that, testing at different times of day shows whether evening congestion affects you.
Does the internet speed test use a lot of data?
Yes, because the test transfers data for up to twelve seconds in each direction. As a result, it can use 100 MB or more on a fast connection, so be careful on limited mobile data.
Is this internet speed test free?
Yes, the test is completely free, and it works in any modern browser on phone or computer. Also, it needs no app or account.
Note: Because results depend on your device, network and chosen server, treat this test as a guide. However, each test can use 100 MB or more, so use Wi-Fi if your mobile data is limited.