TP-Link WiFi Speed Test

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Check the speed of your TP-Link Wi-Fi

Use it with a TP-Link Archer router, a Deco mesh system or a range extender. In about a minute you see your download, upload, ping and jitter, and you can compare them with your internet plan.

  • Download speed

    The speed that reaches your device through your TP-Link router. It can never be higher than your internet plan, but it can be lower.

  • Upload speed

    It matters for video calls, sharing files and cloud backups. Many plans have a lower upload speed than download speed.

  • Ping

    How quickly your connection answers, in milliseconds. A low ping keeps games and video calls smooth.

  • Jitter

    How much your ping jumps around. A steady Wi-Fi signal keeps calls clear. A jumpy one makes voices break up.

  • Ping under load

    Your ping while the connection is busy. If it climbs a lot, your router struggles as soon as someone starts a big download.

  • Plain ratings

    Streaming, gaming and video calls each get a score from Bad to Great, so you know if your Wi-Fi is good enough for what you do.

  • Your connection details

    See your IP address and internet provider name for the connection your TP-Link router is using.

  • Phone, tablet or laptop

    Works with a tap or a click. Free and no sign-up.

TP-Link Wi-Fi slow? Try this first

A slow TP-Link network is usually down to where the router sits, which Wi-Fi band you are on, or the internet line behind it. Do the quick checks below, then find the issue that matches yours.

Before you test again

  • Pause downloads, streaming and backups on every device.
  • Turn off your VPN.
  • Stand in the same room as the TP-Link router and test again.
  • Connect a laptop to the router with an Ethernet cable and test again.
  • Restart the router: unplug it for two minutes, then plug it back in.
  • Run the test a few times and write down the results.

Speed is lower than my internet plan

The router, the Wi-Fi and the internet line all affect the result. A cable test shows what the line delivers with Wi-Fi out of the way.

  1. Test with an Ethernet cable and compare the number with your plan.
  2. If the cable result is good, the problem is your Wi-Fi. Move closer to the router or to a central spot in your home.
  3. If the cable result is still low, the problem is the line. Note down a few results and contact your internet provider.

The cable test is fast but Wi-Fi is slow

The line is fine, so the Wi-Fi link between the router and your device is the weak point.

  1. Use the 5 GHz band for devices close to the router. It is faster than 2.4 GHz.
  2. Keep the router off the floor and away from walls, metal and microwaves.
  3. Check that your device supports a modern Wi-Fi standard. An old phone or laptop will limit speed.

Wi-Fi is weak in other rooms

One router may not cover the whole home. The 2.4 GHz band reaches further but is slower and busier.

  1. Move the router to the middle of your home and off the floor.
  2. Test in each room and see where speed drops.
  3. Add a Deco mesh unit or an extender in the middle of the weak area, not at the edge.

Speed is slow on a router that used to be fast

Old firmware and a crowded Wi-Fi channel are common causes.

  1. Open the Tether app or the router page and check for a firmware update.
  2. Set the Wi-Fi channel to Auto, or pick a less crowded one.
  3. Look at the devices connected to your Wi-Fi and disconnect any you do not recognise.
  4. If you find unknown devices, change your Wi-Fi password.

The router keeps disconnecting

Repeated drops usually come from the internet line, a loose cable or an overheating router.

  1. Check the internet light on the router. If it turns red or orange when the drop happens, the problem is the line, not Wi-Fi.
  2. Check that the cable from the modem or wall socket is firmly plugged in.
  3. Make sure the router has space around it for air to flow.
  4. Update the firmware, and reset the router to factory settings only as a last step.

Video calls and games lag

High ping or jitter, especially under load, causes lag even when the speed number looks fine.

  1. Run the test and look at ping, jitter and ping under load.
  2. Pause large uploads and cloud backups, then test again.
  3. Use a cable for calls and games where you can.
  4. Turn on QoS in the router settings if it has it, and give priority to your gaming or work device.

The test freezes or will not finish

The connection may have dropped, or something on your device is blocking the test.

  1. Open another website. If it does not load, restart the router.
  2. Turn off any VPN or ad blocker and try again.
  3. Try on mobile data to see whether the problem is your Wi-Fi or the internet line.

FAQs

How do I check the speed of my TP-Link router?

Press Start test and wait about a minute. Close other apps first and use an Ethernet cable if you can. Then compare the download and upload numbers with the speed of your internet plan.

Why is my speed lower than my internet plan?

Your plan speed is the best case. Wi-Fi distance, walls, the Wi-Fi band, how many devices are online and the age of your devices can all lower it. A test with an Ethernet cable helps you find which one it is.

Does this test work with Archer, Deco and extenders?

Yes. The test measures whatever connection your device is using, so it works behind any TP-Link Archer router, Deco mesh system or extender.

Will a new TP-Link router make my internet faster?

Only if the router is the bottleneck. A new router can improve Wi-Fi speed and coverage, but it cannot go beyond your internet plan. Run a cable test first. If the cable result is already low, the plan or the line is the limit.

What is a good ping on Wi-Fi?

Under 30 ms is very good, 30 to 80 ms is fine for most things, and above 100 ms is noticeable in calls and games.

Is this test made by TP-Link?

No. This is an independent speed test and is not connected to TP-Link. TP-Link is a trademark of its owner. We only use the name to help you check TP-Link networks.