Connection Stability Test
Analyze your internet connection reliability and consistency
This tool continuously monitors your internet connection to detect issues like packet loss, latency spikes, and connection drops. It provides detailed metrics and visualizations to help you understand your connection stability.
Latency chart will appear here during the test
Packet Loss Analysis
Visual representation of packet success and loss over time:
Jitter Analysis
Jitter represents the variation in latency over time. Lower values indicate a more stable connection:
Connection Details
Test History
Previous stability test results:
| Date & Time | Duration | Stability Score | Packet Loss | Avg. Latency | Drops |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No history available yet. Complete a test to record history. | |||||
Understanding Connection Stability
Connection stability refers to the reliability and consistency of your internet connection. A stable connection maintains consistent performance with minimal interruptions, packet loss, or latency variations.
Key Stability Metrics
- Uptime: The percentage of time your connection is available and functioning.
- Packet Loss: The percentage of data packets that fail to reach their destination, causing data to be resent and slowing down your connection.
- Jitter: The variation in latency over time. High jitter can cause stuttering in real-time applications like video calls or online gaming.
- Latency: The time it takes for data to travel from your device to a server and back. Lower is better.
- Connection Drops: Complete disconnections from your internet service, even if they're brief.
Common Causes of Instability
- WiFi Interference: Other wireless devices, neighboring networks, or physical obstacles can disrupt your WiFi signal.
- Network Congestion: Too many devices sharing the same connection or bandwidth limitations from your ISP.
- Hardware Issues: Problems with your router, modem, or network adapters.
- ISP Problems: Issues with your internet service provider's infrastructure or maintenance work.
- Distance from Router: Being too far from your WiFi router can lead to weak signals and connection drops.
- Outdated Equipment: Old routers or modems may not handle modern internet demands efficiently.
How to Improve Stability
- Optimize Router Placement: Position your router centrally and away from interference sources. See our Router Placement Guide.
- Use Wired Connections: When possible, use Ethernet cables instead of WiFi for critical devices.
- Update Firmware: Keep your router and modem firmware up to date.
- Reduce Network Congestion: Limit the number of devices or implement Quality of Service (QoS) settings.
- Consider Mesh Networks: For larger homes, a mesh WiFi system can provide better coverage.
- Upgrade Your Equipment: If using outdated hardware, consider upgrading to newer models with better performance.
Stability Score Explained
Understanding what your stability score means and how it affects your online activities
| Score Range | Rating | Packet Loss | Jitter | Suitable For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90-100 | Excellent | <1% | <5ms | Professional gaming, HD video calls, critical applications |
| 75-89 | Good | 1-2% | 5-15ms | Casual gaming, video streaming, regular work |
| 60-74 | Fair | 2-5% | 15-30ms | Web browsing, email, social media |
| <60 | Poor | >5% | >30ms | Basic web browsing may be affected; needs improvement |
For more detailed information about improving your connection stability, check out our Improve Your Home WiFi and WiFi Troubleshooting Guide blog posts.