Internet Speed Test
Test your download and upload speeds, ping and jitter
Uses about 50-150 MB of data
The test sends traffic to Cloudflare, which receives your IP address and request metadata and may use results for aggregated connection-quality insights. Results stay in your browser — we don’t store them.
Frequently asked questions
How do my speeds compare to others?
Start by comparing your result with the speed your plan advertises. As a rough guide, fiber and cable connections commonly test in the hundreds of Mbps, 5G home internet often lands around 100–300 Mbps, satellite around 50–200 Mbps, and DSL usually under 100 Mbps. Your own result depends on your plan, equipment and time of day.
How do I get the most accurate result?
Plug a computer into the router with an Ethernet cable if you can, pause downloads and streaming on other devices, and close other browser tabs. Run the test two or three times, and at different times of day, to see your typical speed rather than a single snapshot.
How do I make sense of my results?
Download is how fast data reaches you — it drives streaming and browsing. Upload is how fast you send data — it matters for video calls, backups and posting. Ping (latency) is the round-trip delay in milliseconds; under 50 ms feels responsive for gaming and calls. Jitter is how much that delay varies; low jitter keeps calls smooth.
What should I do if my speed is slower than expected?
Restart your modem and router, test again on a wired connection, and move closer to the router if you use Wi-Fi. If a wired test is still well below your plan, contact your provider. If your plan itself is too slow for your household, a faster tier or a different provider is the fix — call us and we will compare what reaches your address.
How does this speed test work?
The test runs in your browser against Cloudflare’s global network. It first measures latency, then downloads and uploads a series of files of increasing size, timing each transfer to calculate your speed in megabits per second. It also measures latency while the line is busy, a sign of bufferbloat. A typical run uses about 50–150 MB of data.
Is the speed test free and private?
Yes, it is free and needs no sign-up. Results are kept only in your browser. Cloudflare, which runs the test servers, receives your IP address and request details as part of the test.
More questions and answers
Jump to a question:
What is a good internet speed?
For most homes, 100 Mbps download is a comfortable baseline: it covers HD streaming, video calls and browsing for one or two people. Families that stream in 4K, game and run several devices at once are better served by 300–500 Mbps, and large or work-from-home households benefit from 1 Gbps. Upload speed is often overlooked — 10–20 Mbps is enough for most people, while creators and anyone sending large files want 50 Mbps or more, which is where fiber stands out.
How much internet speed do I need?
Add up what your household does at the same time. A 4K stream needs about 25 Mbps, an HD stream about 5–8 Mbps, and a video call about 3–5 Mbps. Online gaming uses little bandwidth but needs low latency. Total your busiest hour, then leave headroom for updates and new devices.
Why is my internet so slow?
The usual culprits are Wi-Fi rather than the line itself: distance from the router, walls and floors, interference, or an old router. Too many devices at once, background downloads and peak-evening congestion also slow things down. An outdated modem can cap your speed even on a fast plan.
Why doesn’t my internet speed match my plan?
Plans are sold as “up to” speeds, and real-world results are usually a little lower. Wi-Fi typically delivers less than a wired connection, and older devices may not support your plan’s top speed. If a wired test right next to the router is still far below your plan, ask your provider to check the line and your equipment.
How can I improve my internet speed?
Restart the modem and router, put the router in a central, open spot, and use Ethernet for TVs, consoles and desktops. Replace equipment that is more than a few years old, and consider a mesh Wi-Fi system for larger homes. If those steps don’t help, the limit is your plan — upgrading the tier or switching to fiber is the real fix.
Do I need a faster router?
If your router is more than four or five years old, or doesn’t support Wi-Fi 6, it may be holding back a fast plan. A good test: if a wired result is much faster than your Wi-Fi result, the router or its placement is the bottleneck.
What is the fastest type of internet?
Fiber is the fastest widely available connection, with symmetrical upload and download speeds and multi-gig plans in many areas. Cable is next for download speed but has much slower uploads. 5G home internet and satellite are good options where wired service doesn’t reach, but speeds vary more.
Who are the fastest internet providers?
Fiber providers such as AT&T Fiber, Verizon Fios, Frontier, Kinetic, Brightspeed and altafiber offer gigabit and multi-gig plans where their networks reach. Cable providers like Spectrum, Xfinity and Optimum offer gig-level downloads across large areas. What matters is what reaches your address — call and we will check every option for you.
Not fast enough?
We’re an independent authorized sales agent. Tell us your address and we’ll compare the faster plans and providers available there — no obligation.
Keep exploring
These pages connect to the same providers and the same call — pick the next step that fits.
See faster plans at your address
Call to check participating providers at your address. Available Mon–Fri 8am–10pm ET · Sat–Sun 9am–7pm ET.
Call (888) 428-0573Advertising disclosure. Reliable Internet Inc is an independent authorized sales agent operating through master distributor agreements. We are not an internet service provider, cable TV provider or telecommunications carrier. We receive referral fees or commissions from participating providers when a customer enrolls; this does not affect the price you pay.
Pricing. Prices reflect each provider’s published offer as of the date recorded with it. All prices are subject to change, vary by service address, and may require autopay, paperless billing or other conditions. Verify final pricing with the representative before ordering.
Trademarks. All provider names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification and comparison purposes only. Their use does not imply endorsement.