Test the speed for your NBN plan to find out your download and upload speeds, ping and more.
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Are you curious about how your NBN connection is performing? An NBN speed test is a great way to gauge the speed and reliability of your internet connection. Whether you're troubleshooting slow internet, verifying the promised speeds of your plan or simply satisfying your curiosity, you can conduct an NBN speed test right here with Savvy and learn more about what its results mean in our comprehensive guide.
Understanding the results of your NBN speed test is crucial for evaluating the performance of your internet connection. Here's what each metric means:
In summary, a successful NBN speed test provides insights into the health of your internet connection. Ensure that your speeds meet the expectations set by your service provider and that your ping and jitter values are within acceptable ranges for your specific online activities.
Determining the right NBN speed tier for your home is essential to helping ensure a smooth online experience. Here's how to work out what NBN speed you need:
Assess your usage
Begin by evaluating your internet usage patterns. Consider the number of devices connected simultaneously, the types of online activities (such as streaming, gaming or working from home) and the number of users in your household or office.
Think about your speed requirements
It’s important to consider the various NBN speeds available to you to provide a better idea of what your options are. The speed tiers on offer are:
Test and adjust
Once connected, perform speed tests and complete regular activities to ensure your plan meets your expectations. If you consistently experience slower speeds than what you need, contact your provider to address the issue and potentially upgrade your plan.
Consider future needs
Think about future requirements. If your usage is likely to increase, or your household is expected to grow over the years, you may decide to opt for a higher-speed plan upfront.
There are several steps you should take if you aren’t experiencing the speeds you’re paying for on your NBN plan. Consider the following:
Yes – you can use Savvy’s internet speed test tool for a range of different connection types, including home wireless broadband or mobile broadband. This tool isn’t exclusive to NBN connections, helping a wider range of Australians gain a better understanding of their internet speeds and where they can be improved.
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We’re partnered with lenders, insurers and other financial institutions who compensate us for business initiated through our website. We earn a commission each time a customer chooses or buys a product advertised on our site, which you can find out more about here, as well as in our credit guide for asset finance. It’s also crucial to read the terms and conditions, Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) or credit guide of our partners before signing up for your chosen product. However, the compensation we receive doesn’t impact the content written and published on our website, as our writing team exercises full editorial independence.
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