Internet Speed Test

You can check your internet speed at the top of this page, in the box with a blue button that says “Start Speed Test”. Once you’ve tapped on the button, our site will assess your download speed. Afterward, you may want to select “Show More Info” to access latency and upload test speeds as well.

Whether you're using one of Canada's biggest providers (like Bell, Rogers, Telus, Shaw, or Cogeco) or a smaller reseller (like VMedia, TekSavvy, DistribuTel, oxio, or Altima), this quick and easy speed test This speed test can assess the speed of any internet plan in Canada. 

Our internet speed test measures your current connection's maximum speed. You can increase the accuracy of your internet speed test results by rebooting your modem and router, restarting your computer/smartphone, halting any other internet activity, and using an ethernet connection to your router instead of Wi-Fi.

Our internet speed test measures how fast your devices can upload and download information. Testing your internet speed allows you to see whether or not you're getting the most value from your monthly internet bill.

There are several different reasons for slow Wi-Fi. Sometimes all it takes to improve the speed of your Wi-Fi is restarting your device, moving closer to your modem, using fewer devices on the Wi-Fi network, or restarting your modem.

If you try those fixes and your Wi-Fi is still slow, you should consider purchasing a Wi-Fi booster, a device that improves the Wi-Fi signal for a given area. Some of the biggest Canadian internet service providers, like Bell, Rogers, and Telus, offer boosters to their customers. You can also purchase a Wi-Fi booster from Amazon or your local electronics store.

The best internet plan near you depends on where you live: most Canadian internet service providers are limited to a few provinces, with some only covering one. If you'd like to see the best providers and plans near you, enter your address below to see what's available in your area.

There are a few ways to check for an internet outage or unexpected slow downloads. Before you spend time trying to connect with a customer support representative, try rebooting your modem, computer, or smartphone. 

If your internet service still isn’t responding, you can check your provider's outages page or contact its technical support line, which is usually open 24/7. However, if there’s a widespread problem, you may be stuck on hold for a while. In that case, we recommend using the chat function on your provider's website or messaging them directly on Twitter.