The Ultimate Speed Test Test

Extensive and unique research into online speed tests leads to a solid advice which speed test is best.

Over the years, more than 100 different tests have been conducted to see how good online speed tests are.

A key finding is that every internet provider offers a download speed that is 12% faster than advertised. Hence, a derivative of the ultimate speed test is the Internet Speed Calculator.

Another important finding in many speed tests is that the accuracy of the measurement depends on the measured speed.

The ultimate speed test presents a top 5 of the best speed tests. Interestingly, this top 5 has changed over time. Any new research results (like the finding mentioned above) can lead to a change in the top 5.

Radarcharts

Speed tests are tested in a standardized manner. This allows for consistent comparisons between speed tests. Below, as an example, you'll see a comparison between the popular speed tests "Speedtest" and "Fast."

A radar chart comparing Ookla's Speedtest with Fast on the aspects of accuracy, data usage, speed, security, privacy, usability, accessibility and informativeness

Because the Ookla Speedtest is by far the most well-known speed test, a complete section has been dedicated to the Ookla Speedtest.

The challenge for the coming period is to test with higher download speeds.

For more details, visit the Ultimate Speed Test Test.