Telus Internet Speed Test

Check your Telus 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.

How to perform a Telus internet speed test

Performing a Telus internet speed test is easy. Follow these steps:

Visit the Telus Internet Speed Test.
Click the blue Start Speed Test in the upper left hand corner of this page.
Let the test run for a few seconds. The number it provides is your current Telus internet speed.

What is a good Telus internet speed?

A good Telus internet speed is 50Mbps and faster. According to the Canadian government, 50Mbps download and 10Mbps are the minimum qualifications for good internet speed. These rates enable fast downloads and reliable upload performance for most online activities.

How many in your household?

	1 person	2-4 people	4+ people
Web browsing	Yes	Yes	Yes
Streaming	Yes	Yes	Yes
Gaming	No	Yes	Yes
Minimum speed	15Mbps	50Mbps	150Mbps

In our Telus internet review, we were impressed by the provider's affordable fibre internet plans, its fixed wireless internet for rural areas, and its bundles of internet, TV, and home phone.

The best Telus internet plan is the PureFibre Internet 250, which provides 250Mbps speeds and unlimited data for $80/month.

Provider	Telus
Speed	Up to 250 Mbps
Data	Unlimited
Connection	Fibre
Type	No Term Contract
Total Price	$80 per month for 2 years then $105/mo
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Telus' best option for rural internet is the Smart Hub 50 Unlimited, which offers 50Mbps download speeds and 500GB of data for $99/month.

Provider	Telus
Speed	Up to 50 Mbps
Data	500GB
Connection	Fixed Wireless
Type	24 Month Contract
Total Price	$99 per month for 24 months, then $109 + $50 Upfront
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Want to see what else Telus has to offer? Be sure to check out our list of Telus internet plans or check out the most popular Telus internet deals below.

#1	Telus	Telus PureFibre Internet 250 Fibre 250/250 Mbps $80/mo Go	$80/mo	Go
#2	Telus	Telus PureFibre Internet 250 Fibre 250/250 Mbps Contract (24 mths) $80/mo Go	$80/mo	Go
#3	Telus	Telus PureFibre X Internet 3G Fibre 3000/3000 Mbps $115/mo Go	$115/mo	Go
#4	Telus	Telus PureFibre X Internet 3G Fibre 3000/3000 Mbps Contract (24 mths) $115/mo Go	$115/mo	Go
#5	Telus	Telus Smart Hub 25 Fixed Wireless 25/25 Mbps Contract (24 mths) $70/mo Go	$70/mo (plan + modem)	Go

How can I increase my Telus internet speed?

Your Telus internet might be slow for a few different reasons. If you’re not getting the download, upload, and latency test results you expect, there are a few steps you can take to optimize your internet connection.

Unplug and restart your computer and router.
Connect your computer to the modem with an ethernet cable.
Reboot your computer.
Make sure no other apps are using the internet.

If you find that you’re still not getting the speeds promised by your plan, you can contact Telus customer service by calling +1-888-558-2273 . Still having trouble? Be sure to read our guide to fixing slow internet speeds.

If you're interested in getting a faster Telus internet plan, Telus' PureFibre X Internet plans offer lightning-fast speeds and unlimited data. The PureFibre X Internet 3G plan is the fastest, with 3Gbps uploads and downloads.

Provider	Telus
Speed	Up to 3000 Mbps
Data	Unlimited
Connection	Fibre
Type	No Term Contract
Total Price	$115 per month for 2 years then $145/mo
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Is there a Telus internet outage?

There might be a Telus internet outage if you're experiencing abnormally slow internet speeds. The fastest way to check for a Telus internet outage is at the Telus Service Status page. For a more interactive solution, we recommend contacting Telus customer service by calling +1-888-558-2273. Telus also has a responsive Twitter account (@TelusSupport) that answers within minutes during office hours. Telus Support also uses this account to list service outages as they happen.

Telus internet speed test: FAQs

How much internet speed do I need?

How much internet speed you need depends on what you do on the internet. If you're looking for basic connectivity, including web browsing and music streaming, you should purchase a plan with at least 15Mbps speeds. If you're interested in streaming video from Netflix, YouTube, or Hulu, you should find a plan with at least 50Mbps. If you're a hardcore gamer, a work-from-home professional, or live in a crowded household, you should look for a plan with at least 150Mbps to ensure you won't be dealing with dropped connections or latency issues.

Why is my Telus download speed so slow?

Your Telus download speed might be slow due to a range of issues: your plan might be too slow, your router might be too old, or you might have too many people operating on the Wi-Fi at the same time. Read our guide on improving your internet speed to figure out a solution.

How fast is Telus 1GB internet?

Telus' 1Gbps internet is fast, at nearly 10 times the average internet speed in Canada. With a 1Gbps internet plan, you can stream music and video, game, and video conference without worrying about interruptions to your service.

What is the fastest internet near me?

The fastest internet near you is easy to find: enter your address in our internet plan search tool to see all of the available plans for your area.