Smart Home
Speed test for smart home devices
Keep cameras, voice assistants, and sensors responsive with the right mix of bandwidth, QoS, and retesting.
Camera upload goalsGuest SSID setupAutomation-friendly latency
Speed TestResults
Test your internet speed
Measure download, upload, and latency instantly—no installs.
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Actionable insights
See how your results stack up for streaming, gaming, and remote work.
Run again after tweaks to confirm Wi-Fi and device improvements.
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Setup checklist
Get faster, steadier results
Follow these focused steps, run a fresh speed test, and compare the numbers against your goals.
Speed targets for smart homes
- Most smart devices need under 5 Mbps each, but hub updates and cameras can spike usage.
- For multiple 1080p cameras, budget 5–10 Mbps upload per camera to avoid choppy streams.
- Keep latency under 50 ms for responsive voice assistants and automation triggers.
Segment and prioritize devices
- Place cameras and smart TVs on 5 GHz; keep IoT sensors on 2.4 GHz or a guest SSID to reduce congestion.
- Enable QoS for security cameras and voice assistants so alerts arrive without delay.
- Use DHCP reservations for hubs to keep IP addresses stable for automations.
Test stability and alerts
- Run SwiftSpeedTest after adding new devices to ensure download and upload headroom remains.
- If camera feeds stutter, move the router closer or add a mesh node, then retest from the same spot.
- Check latency during busy hours to confirm smart lock or doorbell responsiveness stays snappy.
Retest and log improvements
Run SwiftSpeedTest after each change. Note the download, upload, and latency shifts to lock in better performance.