Internet Speed Test
When it comes to Internet speed test sites, Speedtest.net tops them all without question. Speedtest.net combines a very long list of remote test servers, an easy to use and fun interface, and powerful statistic tools - all making it the best of the best when it’s time to test your bandwidth.
Before you waste your time searching among the mountain of sites designed to test the speed of your Internet connection, give Speedtest.net a try. You won’t be sorry!
Pros
- Huge number of test locations which improves accuracy of results
- Nearest test location is automatically calculated based on IP address
- One of the most graphically appealing interfaces among speed test sites
- Test results are easily shareable thanks to automatic graphic creation
- Personal test statistics are saved and comparable to statistics from around the world
Cons
- Heavy graphics more of a nuisance than an advantage for dial-up users
- Test locations concentrated mainly in North America and Europe
Description
- Speedtest.net can test the bandwidth between your PC and any of a huge number of test servers from around the globe.
- The speedometer-like display at Speedtest.net shows your bandwidth during the test in a format familiar to almost everyone.
- Speedtest.net automatically calculates the nearest testing server to your location helping you begin your test faster.
- Test results at Speedtest.net are saved to allow you to compare results over time, helping to spot slowdowns and upgrades.
- Saved results also allow comparisons to others based on ISP, state, Earth and more.
- Global Stats feature shows test statistics from all over the world.
- Each test at Speedtest.net generates a graphic displaying your personal results that you can email or share online.
- Speedtest.net tests both upload and download bandwidth along with latency, providing a complete picture of your connection.
