Speedtest compared the mobile Internet speed of the largest mobile operators in Russia

One of the most important criteria for the quality of work on the Internet is the speed of connection and data transfer. Our speedtest service allows you to check the technical condition of the channel and find out its functional parameters. The application works in the Russian Federation, Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Belarus. Unfortunately, some providers claim one speed, but in fact the user receives a lower speed. To control the quality of services, it is enough to use the service to determine the quality of the connection.

How to find out Internet speed

First of all, you need to figure out what parameters affect the quality and speed of the Internet connection and data transfer. In simple words, the better the technology, the greater the network capacity, and accordingly, the diagnostic results are closer to optimal. In addition, some users forget that the Internet speed is directly affected by the tariff plan paid by the user.

Advice! For the most accurate Internet speed test results, before diagnostics you need to disable all programs and applications that slow down your connection speed. In addition, during the check, do not go to third-party resources, this will distort the diagnostic results.

First of all, you need to choose a high-quality, reliable diagnostic service that guarantees high accuracy of results. This is exactly what speedteste.ru is - the data is provided in a convenient form, it can be downloaded, stored, or sent by email. The user receives comprehensive results, analyzing which one can obtain a complete picture of the functioning of the network.

Checking real Internet speed requires using a special application. Experts and users recommend using a foreign AIDS test service. For many years, this application has been successfully used to diagnose connection status. The service is easy to use, the interface is intuitive, there is a large “Start” button on the main page, just click it and after a minute the user can check the Internet speed online. First, the application determines the IP address of the device, information about the provider, in addition, you can select the units of measurement:

• Kbps;
• KB/s;
• Mbps;
• MB/s

You can choose miles or kilometers as units of measurement, and 12- or 24-hour systems to indicate time. In addition, the user independently selects the server for more accurate results and sets the date.

Important! Speedtest also offers a mobile application for testing connection quality on mobile gadgets, as well as on devices running Android and iOS.

Useful tips:

• It is recommended to take measurements by directly connecting the cable to the device, then the results will be more accurate than when checking via Wi-Fi;
• the test server should be located in the country where the device is, then the interaction time will be minimal;
• for the most accurate results, you need to turn off programs and applications that consume traffic;
• During the scan, you must disable your antivirus and firewalls;
• requires disabling the intermediate proxy server, as it complicates the data transmission chain, and accordingly, the verification results will be unreliable.

Service data

The speedtest application is a proven, reliable assistant in diagnosing connection speed. The application is free, verification is available an unlimited number of times. To get correct test results, perform the test at least three times, and then calculate the average value of the three parameters:

• incoming traffic;
• outgoing traffic;
• ping.

To find out your connection speed, you don’t need to install any programs or applications on your device, go to:. Diagnostics are carried out online. First of all, ping is determined - the response time, at the next stage the incoming speed is diagnosed, and after that the upload speed is determined.

Upon completion of the global Internet speed test, the client receives the data and can repeat the diagnosis or move to another server for testing.

If the actual Internet speed is less than that specified in the contract, the first thing that is recommended to do is to exclude the influence of all intermediate devices on the network, this applies to the router. The device for testing is connected to the network by cable.

If we are talking about mobile Internet for smartphones and tablets, which is supplied through a Wi-Fi router, you need to restart all devices - the router and gadgets connected to it. If the repeated result is still unsatisfactory, try resetting the router to factory settings using the “Reset” button. If after this the test result remains bad, try connecting to the Internet through your neighbors’ Wi-Fi router.

Important! Remember that most Wi-Fi routers do not provide high connection speeds, so mobile Internet speeds are much lower than those provided by the provider.

If a user tests the connection on a computer or laptop via cable, and the results do not meet expectations, do not immediately call the provider and tell them about technical problems. It is possible that the device was consuming too much traffic at the time of diagnosis. This can happen unnoticed by the user. For example, the operating system is updated - files are downloaded in the background, so the owner does not even notice it. In addition, an impressive part of the traffic is consumed by torrents, online radio, and running programs. Thus, first of all, you need to make sure that the device does not consume unnecessary traffic.

Advice! Experts recommend conducting diagnostics in a safe mode.

Optimal incoming/outgoing speed and ping

The aggregator determines the optimal server through which testing will be carried out. The user can also independently select a server, but the closer it is to the device, the more accurate the results will be. Regarding optimal test data:

• ping (measurement units - milliseconds), acceptable result - up to 120 ms, good result - up to 45 ms;
• incoming speed (units of measurement - megabits per second) - the higher the speed, the faster sites, music, videos, images load;
• outgoing speed (units of measurement - megabits per second) - the higher the speed, the faster you can upload information to the Internet.

Built-in Windows capabilities

The easiest and fastest way to view your current Internet connection speed is in the task manager on the “Performance” tab. If the network is lightly loaded, the graph in the “Bandwidth” window will be low; if it is strong, the window will be filled almost completely, and the speed shown in the upper right corner will be closer to what is specified in the contract with the provider. This should be normal. If, when the network is heavily loaded, the speed remains low, it means that there is an obstacle somewhere. But where is it - yours or his?

To find out the maximum achievable (in theory) Internet speed within a specific connection type, open the “Network Connections” folder and select the “Status” section in the context menu of your network.

The necessary information is contained on the “General” tab.

The actual speed is usually 2-3 times lower than the maximum. By the way, when transmitting data via Wi-Fi and cable, it can differ significantly.

Let's say you have determined that the Internet on your computer should be faster. The next task is to find out who is to blame for the slowdown - your devices or the provider.

Alternative Internet speed testing services

1. Alternative sites.

Finding a website on the Internet to check the quality of the connection is not difficult. Such services are free; you can check the Internet speed on your computer in less than a minute:

• Yandex.Internetometer;
• 2IP.ru.

Important! Many providers offer their own connection quality checking services.

1. Computer programs.

Most programs, in addition to the main task of checking speed, are oversaturated with additional options, which is inconvenient. Here are some alternative programs:

• BWMeter;
• Networx;
• JDast LAn Speed ​​Test.

1. Mobile applications.

Designed for testing the quality of mobile Internet:

• Network Master;
• Meteor.

Before choosing a program or application, read the reviews and make sure that the test will not harm the device.

conclusions

Internet speed can be measured on any device. Either landline or mobile. On a PC it is easiest to use online services like SpeedTest, on phones and tablets - applications that are most often an adaptation of the same services for mobile operating systems.

If you want to know the exact speed of the Internet connected via cable, check it from a PC or laptop. Without a router, directly plugging the cable into the device’s network adapter. This way you can evaluate the quality of the services provided by the provider with high accuracy.

For the purity of the experiment, you should make sure that there are no restrictions on your network card or modem (for example, if you have a channel of more than 100 Mbit/second, it would be stupid to test it on a PC whose network card is designed for speeds less than 100 Mbit). You need to disable all additional loads: VPN/proxy, background applications that use the Internet, TV set-top boxes, mobile gadgets and other devices that use the same router to access the network, if you decide to test the speed through your router or other network equipment ( switch/hub). Make sure that all additional browser tabs are closed; they may simultaneously consume network traffic.

Checking Internet speed on your phone (smartphone)

Speedtest, according to experts and users, is the most stable, accurate application for diagnosing connections and checking the quality of mobile Internet. The service is available for download on Play.Market, as well as in the “Programs” section on the developer’s website.

After starting the diagnostics, the service determines the location of the device and checks the quality of the connection. The phone screen displays a speedometer, where online data is displayed, and the following data is sequentially tested:

• ping;
• data acquisition speed;
• speed of sending information.

In addition, the user can check the speed of the gadget's Wi-Fi connection. The service is Russian-language, all data is saved.

Why is there no 4G or 3G Internet access?

It happens that on some gadgets, no matter where they are used, no matter what SIM cards from different cellular operators are used, there is still no access to fast 3G or 4G networks.

This can happen if the phone (or tablet) model does not provide the ability to work with fast Internet; there are such outdated and even not too outdated models. For example, many existing models do not work with 4G networks. Their limit is 3G. And even if the mobile operator is ready to connect the gadget using 4G, the gadget itself will only work using 3G technology. Nothing will help here, only replacing the phone (tablet) with a more modern one.

Also, gadgets (phones, tablets) may have settings for connecting to the Internet. For example, on an iPhone, you can set the “fastest” method of connecting to the Internet in the settings: 2G, 3G, 4G. And if you set such a gadget to 2G, you won’t see anything other than the letter E on the iPhone screen! You need to change the settings.

In general, if the Internet on your gadget is slow, you first need to look

a) settings,

b) the capabilities of the gadget.

And only then “scold” cellular operators out loud or silently - they do a lot to provide reliable and fast Internet access throughout the country, without which we can no longer imagine our lives. It’s a pity that access to high-quality mobile communication and Internet services is not yet affordable for everyone.

Average Internet speed in Russia

Most cities in Russia have created good conditions for using the Internet: unlimited tariffs are in effect, fiber-optic communication lines have been installed, and mobile communication standards are being expanded and modernized. However, there are also problem areas where the Internet is provided via telephone cable and 4G communication is not supported. Such technical conditions are only sufficient for downloading small files and viewing chats.

Average fixed internet readings:

• ping – 13 ms;
• download speed – 66.01 Mb/s;
• sending speed – 72.84 Mb/s;
• 46th place in the world.

Average mobile Internet indicators:

• ping – 47 ms;
• download speed – 20.27 Mb/s;
• sending speed – 8.90 Mb/s;
• 98th place in the world.

Coverage comparison

The more base stations an operator uses, the larger the coverage area. So, Beeline has practically no “white spots” on the map in central Russia.

Beeline's 3G signal is present in almost all major settlements in central Russia

MTS has very good coverage throughout almost the entire central region of Russia, with the exception of some areas. Motorists and passengers will be satisfied with the work of this operator: communication is practically constant even outside large cities.

MTS provides access to 3G in all major settlements and on highways

A constant and stable connection at high speed from Megafon can primarily be achieved in Moscow and its surrounding areas.

Megafon signals may not be available in populated areas where a small number of residents live

You can connect to 3G Internet via Tele2 in almost any large populated area. However, you will have to deal with cases of connection failure and signal loss.

Tele2's coverage area is slightly smaller than that of other operators

When comparing coverage areas, it is worth considering that calculated data is provided on the official websites of cellular operators. In fact, the situation may be different, since signal propagation is influenced by many factors: distance from the base station and the presence of reflected signals from neighboring buildings.

Rating of the best providers in the Russian Federation

The rating of Internet providers in Russia is compiled based on user reviews based on personal use of the services.

Reviews of 3G Internet from operators Beeline, Megafon, MTS, Tele2

I decided to write a review in contrast to the negativity that accumulates around cellular operators. But I’m happy with my operator - I have MTS, and for more than ten years of using their services, I haven’t found a reason to complain. Convenient personal account, many different tariffs, good communication and internet connection.

Larisa

https://www.otzyvru.com/mts/review-559325

Most of the dissatisfaction arises with regard to the quality of MTS coverage.

There is no Internet connection anywhere, the worst Internet!!!! At the first opportunity I will switch to another operator!!!!

Ruslan

https://www.otzyvru.com/mts/review-558987

The opinions of Beeline clients also vary. Dissatisfied people note the discrepancy between the coverage map data and the real situation. At the same time, users are satisfied with the Internet in the city.

Beeline coverage map - why is it needed? Who was it made for? Where no operator receives coverage at all, they have 3G coverage on their map. There are no words... This is the main reason why I don’t use this operator much. Advantages: good internet in the city. Disadvantages: if you disable the Chameleon service, they connect to some other one (I don’t remember the name) and steal money. Outside populated areas and major roads, there is little or no communication. Coverage map - it would be better not to have one.

Basil

https://www.otzyvru.com/bilayn/review-514530

excellent connection, I purchased Unlim and am very pleased, I also have a USB modem, which I use successfully, thank you for everything)

Sveta

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https://2ip.ru/isp-reviews/273070/JSC+Beeline-Samara/

Reviews about the quality of the Internet from Megafon are more positive.

Quite normal for mobile Internet. Measurements in a semi-basement room in the city center. Distribution from mobile phone to laptop. The speed is quite acceptable for work.

Igor

https://2ip.ru/isp-reviews/273731/OJSC+MegaFon/

I have been using this provider for quite a long time, so I can safely say that this provider provides quality services for my money, for example, I use unlimited Internet for only 9 rubles per day (unlimited Internet applies to all applications and browsers, also for some time due to the distribution of wi-fi from the phone, I played online games on the computer), this provider also catches the network in those places where Beeline MTS and Tele2 lose it.

Oleg

https://2ip.ru/isp-reviews/269113/OJSC+MegaFon/

Tele2 subscribers note low speeds almost in the center of Moscow.

Badly! Moscow, three stations. Incoming 1 Mbit, outgoing about 2 Mbit. I connected it for a month to try, “My Unlimited”, the speed is low. Tele2 cuts the speed on this tariff, there is no point in connecting, I will switch to another tariff.

Vitaly

https://2ip.ru/isp-reviews/273737/Tele2%2FSWIPnet/

Beautiful advertising, a lot of promises, but even 3G Internet cannot deliver. I contacted the support service, they answered as if from the Government: “Strong magnetic... something there... there is no Internet, but you hold on.”

Anonymous

https://2ip.ru/isp-reviews/272704/Tele2%2FSWIPnet/