{"id":4668,"date":"2023-11-28T08:50:55","date_gmt":"2023-11-28T08:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/?p=4668"},"modified":"2023-11-28T08:50:57","modified_gmt":"2023-11-28T08:50:57","slug":"how-to-read-starlink-speed-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/how-to-read-starlink-speed-test\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Read Starlink Speed Test: What Does It Mean For Your Internet?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Most of us are interested in how to read the Starlink speed test. It’s a useful skill when you need to find out why your internet runs slower than a snail.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But doing this from the app isn’t obvious because it measures three different speeds. This article covers everything to get you on track. So, let\u2019s dive right into it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does A Speed Test Do For You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re experiencing low to heavy internet slowdowns, a speed test is perfect. It lets you know how fast it\u2019s running and whether there\u2019s enough bandwidth<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also use it to compare the ongoing speeds with the data plan you picked. That way, you can determine if something\u2019s happening with the Starlink internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reasons You Have Internet Slowness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Starlink satellite in space.
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Of course, you need to remember that certain things will affect your internet in a big way. So make sure you look through these when trying to pinpoint the issue:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poor Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Heavy rainfall can disrupt Starlink.<\/em>
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Ultimately, bad weather can play a big role in Starlink <\/a>download\/upload<\/a> speeds slowing down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Heavy rain or snow can stop your dish from getting a strong satellite signal since it blocks the path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 It\u2019s almost like hitting a wall \u2014 but if you\u2019re curious enough, perform a speed test during rough conditions. It\u2019ll tell you that the weather is making a huge impact on the internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bad Hardware<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Image showing a router.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n



<\/em>Sometimes hardware \u2014 your router <\/a>or satellite dish, for example, stops working properly. And that usually hinders your ability to always gain the best Starlink speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0You have to contact Starlink support and order a new one. But first, they\u2019ll remotely look at the hardware to locate the root of the problem.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Network Congestion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Starlink <\/a>users face a massive drawback \u2014 network congestion<\/a>.\u00a0 That just means traffic is too high for the internet service to handle simply because there aren\u2019t enough orbiting satellites.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, when the peak hours hit (5 pm – 10 pm), you\u2019ll notice a change in speed and bandwidth.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doing a speed test before or after peak hours will help determine if network congestion is at fault. Be sure to test your speeds during peak hours to get a better impression of it.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From there, you can look at both results and see the best time to use Starlink.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wi-Fi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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An example of WiFi.<\/em>
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Pretty much everyone uses WiFi <\/a>for their internet these days. However, that could also be why your Starlink is slowing down.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To test this out, open the Starlink app and press \u2018Network.\u2019 You\u2019ll see a WiFi meter that checks each device\u2019s signal strength on the screen.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the signal is weaker in different rooms, you will most likely have a worse WiFi range. And that causes slower internet speeds around those parts of the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go near your router and launch the speed test. This will indicate whether the signal is to blame if you get higher speeds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buying and setting up Starlink mesh can make the WiFi range better in your home for a stronger connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speeds Offered By Starlink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Checking Starlink\u2019s internet plans will help you decide where you should be regarding speed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Users only have three choices: Standard, Business, or RV, each with different speeds.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, the standard provides 20-100 Mbps (download) and 5-15 Mbps (upload).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, business comes with 40-220 Mbps download\/8-25 Mbps upload. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, the RV option is a bit slower \u2014 downloads of 5-50 Mbps and uploads of 2-10 Mbps.
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Starlink subscribers have reached speeds of 60-100+ MBPS (download) and 5-20 MBPS (upload) on average. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s pretty much the number you should get or aim for when running the speed test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Checking The Speed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Speed checking is very easy.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know you can use the Starlink app for speed tests? Just select that option from the main page after opening the app. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, wait a few minutes for everything to finish. All these results split into three circles: blue, green, and white.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The blue circle (middle) is the most important because it measures how much total bandwidth your home receives.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And all devices on the network share the bandwidth. That means they will use it up, so less is available, affecting your internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Green<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your device receives the download\/upload speed and latency from the router. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The green circle displays those numbers, which might shrink\/grow due to obstructions in your device and router\u2019s path. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, a detailed graph shows how it does during the test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

White<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, the white circle shows your device\u2019s connection strength with the router. This can be very useful if you have a hard time with connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 It represents the potential speed your device could get with the right bandwidth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Can Always Boost It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty of things you can do to improve the lower-than-normal speeds. One of them involves doing an obstruction check. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starlink\u2019s app features a sky-scanning tool that helps you ensure the path from your dish to the satellite is clear. Other fixes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n