Internet speed test

wizard · 24 May 2023 at 09:51

I use Ookla Speed Test and Npref. These give me differing readings.

Are there other recommended ones out there please?

wizard · 24 May 2023 at 10:01

GaryTheSnail said:
Let me Google that for you.

Google Search

Thanks. I was looking for recommendations by others based on their experience.

wizard · 24 May 2023 at 12:14

ChrisD. said:
One of the worst and gives unrealistic results.

It shows my speed at half what it should be. Upload looks ok

wizard · 24 May 2023 at 12:27

Mix. Ookla depends on what server you lock to. Npref seems to be closest.

wizard · 24 May 2023 at 15:46

jonnymc4 said:
I've used https://speedtest.samknows.com/, seems to be pretty consistent with speedtest.net

interesting. Seems to be nearer to my service.

wizard · 25 May 2023 at 08:32

GaryTheSnail said:
That doesn’t mean it’s going to be accurate or better.

So, how do you test the speed you are getting from your ISP is what you should?

wizard · 25 May 2023 at 08:57

GaryTheSnail said:
If you have signed up to a service, let’s say for example 80/20 and you download a file from somewhere and you get max speeds that’s how you know your internet is working.

It’s not a hard concept to understand.

I am on 900/100 package. So, what should the max speed be and from what site for example.

wizard · 25 May 2023 at 09:56

ttaskmaster said:
Depends on your ISP. Some have their own version of a speed checker, which tests the connection from their servers directly to your house.
That is your best option to find your true speed, as anything outside that route will be at the mercy of others' servers.

I guess if I connect my PC or Laptop directly to the ONT, that will eliminate any possible Router issues as well. Obviously this will be a short test considering exposure to the internet.

wizard · 25 May 2023 at 09:57

meandu229 said:
https://speed.cloudflare.com/ is half decent and gives good stats

Gives 50% download!

wizard · 26 May 2023 at 08:17

Mercurial said:
At work I use ovh.net - it seems pretty reliable.

Interesting... Looks the same as Nperf

wizard · 26 May 2023 at 08:19

Semple said:
Are you merely doing this out of curiosity, or is there a reason you're testing it? I.e. troubleshooting slow download speed on a laptop connected through your WiFi (seems to be the usual question/complaint posted on these forums these days).

There's lots of variables that can influence your bandwidth, so it really depends what you're trying to achieve.

Testing on PC via ethernet cable. Checking to see if I am getting what I am paying for.