Ranking updated
Apps to check your internet speed
To see whether the problem is the WiFi, the operator or the app, run a speed test. Speedtest by Ookla is the best known. FAST from Netflix gives a result in one tap with no ads. nPerf has a Ukrainian interface and also tests browsing and streaming, and Opensignal adds a signal dashboard and maps.
How we chose: apps that measure internet speed on the phone, sold by their own developer or by a seller listed as a trader on the App Store, with features taken from each app’s store description. No prices, download counts or ratings.
Speedtest by Ookla: WiFi, mobile and coverage maps
Speedtest by Ookla tests WiFi and mobile network speed against servers around the world. Speedtest Maps show coverage and performance by provider, so you can compare operators where you live, and a video test shows how well streaming works on your current connection. The app also offers its own VPN.
FAST: one tap, no ads
FAST Speed Test from Netflix shows how fast your connection is on mobile or broadband with a simple design that is quick to read, and it is ad-free. Good when you just need a number.
nPerf and Opensignal: more than speed
nPerf tests download and upload speed, latency, browsing speed and video streaming, keeps a history of results on a map and shows network coverage and operator performance nearby. It has a Ukrainian interface. Opensignal measures download, upload and latency on 3G, 4G, 5G and WiFi, checks the streaming experience and has a signal dashboard and ping test.
Tips for an honest result
Run the test two or three times and close downloads in other apps first. Test near the router and in the room where the signal drops to see the difference. To map WiFi coverage around the home, see WiFi heatmap apps. To manage your mobile plan itself, see lifecell vs Vodafone.
| App | Best for | Highlights | Ukrainian UI |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpeedtestApp StoreGoogle Play | the classic test | WiFi and mobile speed, coverage maps, video quality test | no |
| FAST Speed TestApp StoreGoogle Play | one tap | simple speed check, ad-free | no |
| nPerfApp StoreGoogle Play | a full connection check | download, upload, latency, browsing and streaming tests, coverage map | yes |
| OpensignalApp StoreGoogle Play | signal and streaming | speed and latency, video streaming test, signal dashboard | no |
Frequently asked questions
How do I check internet speed on my phone?
Install Speedtest, FAST, nPerf or Opensignal and run a test. They show download and upload speed, and Speedtest, nPerf and Opensignal also show latency.
Is there a speed test in Ukrainian?
Yes, nPerf has a Ukrainian interface. Speedtest, FAST and Opensignal are in English.
Can I compare mobile operators?
Speedtest Maps and the nPerf coverage map show network coverage and performance by provider in your area.