Internet Speed Test

Check your provider's speed to see if you’re getting what you need out of your internet plan.

Internet Speed Test

Is your internet fast enough? Test internet speeds at your location with a single click.

WhistleOut's Most Popular Internet Plans in Canada

#1	Diallog	Diallog Cable Connection Speed 75 Mbps $25/mo	100%	Go
#2	oxio	oxio Cable Connection Speed 15 Mbps $20/mo	51%	Go
#3	Cogeco	Cogeco Fibre Connection Speed 1000 Mbps $54.99/mo	41%	Go
#4	Telus	Telus Fibre Connection Speed 250 Mbps $80/mo	33%	Go
#5	Bell	Bell Fixed Wireless Connection Speed 25 Mbps $50/mo	30%	Go

How Do I Check My Internet Speed?

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.

How Does Our Internet Speed Test Work?

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.

Why Should I Test My Internet Speed?

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.

How Many in Your Household?

1 Person?

Look for at least 15Mbps

Basic web browsing
Music streaming
Social Media

2-4 People?

Look for at least 50Mbps

SD Streaming Video
Gaming
Multiple Users

4+ People?

Look for at least 150Mbps

HD Streaming Video
Multi Player Gaming
Working from Home

How Fast Should My Internet Be?

How fast your internet should be is dependent on your needs. Download speeds of 15Mbps will be good for basic internet use by one person. Gaming and SD streaming by multiple people will need at least 50Mbps. If you're streaming HD video, taking part in multi-player gaming, or working from home, you'll want at least 150Mbps.

Why Is My Wi-Fi So Slow?

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.

What Is Canada's Fastest Internet?

Canada's fastest internet is Bell's Gigabit Fibe 8.0 plan, which offers speeds up to . That's more than twice as fast as any other internet plan in the country, though it's only available for residents of Ontario.

Canada's Fastest Internet Plans 2023

Region	Plan	Speed	Shop this plan
Ontario	Gigabit Fibe 8.0		Go to plan
Alberta	Fibre+GIG 1.5	1.5Gbps	Go to plan
British Columbia	PureFibre X		Go to plan
Manitoba	Internet 1000	1000Mbps	Go to plan
Saskatchewan	Internet 1000	1000Mbps	Go to plan
Quebec	Gigabit Fibe 1.5	1500Mbps	Go to plan

What Is the Best Home Internet Plan in Canada?

The best home internet plan in Canada is Diallog's Gigabit plan, which offers speeds up to 1000Mbps for just $42.50/month.

We've got more of the best home internet plans in our guide, including plans from Altima, oxio, and Shaw. Just want the best deal? You can find the cheapest internet plans in Canada below.

#1	Diallog	Diallog Basic ADSL 6/0.8 Mbps $12.50/mo Go	$12.50/mo	Go
#2	oxio	oxio 15 Mbps Cable 15/2 Mbps $20/mo Go	$20/mo	Go
#3	TekSavvy	TekSavvy 15 Mbps Unlimited Cable 15/2 Mbps $24.95/mo Go	$24.95/mo	Go
#4	VMedia	VMedia Internet 15 ADSL 15/1 Mbps $32.95/mo Go	$32.95/mo	Go
#5	Distributel	Distributel Unlimited Internet 25 Mbps Cable 25/2 Mbps Deal: Limited Time Offer: FREE installation & activation when you join DistribuTel on a 1 year term $34.95/mo Go	$34.95/mo	Go

What Is the Best Internet Plan Near Me?

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.

How Do I Check for an Internet Outage?

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.