Proxy Speed Test
Measure your download speed, upload speed, and ping. Configure your browser to use a proxy first to test proxy throughput.
Ping
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ms
Download
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Mbps
Upload
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Mbps
Tests run against our server · 5 MB download · 2 MB upload · Results reflect your connection to this server
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Speed Benchmarks for Proxy Types
Datacenter
Download: 100–1000 Mbps
Ping: < 20 ms
Scraping, data collection, high-volume automation
Residential
Download: 5–50 Mbps
Ping: 50–200 ms
Social media, e-commerce, anti-detect browsers
Mobile (4G/5G)
Download: 10–100 Mbps
Ping: 30–150 ms
App testing, carrier-level bypass, mobile targets
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this speed test measure?›
The test measures three metrics: Ping (latency in milliseconds), Download speed (how fast your browser receives data from our server), and Upload speed (how fast your browser sends data to our server).
How do I test my proxy speed?›
Configure your browser to use your proxy, then run this speed test. The results will reflect your connection speed through the proxy — including any overhead added by the proxy layer.
Why is my proxy slower than my direct connection?›
All proxies add latency — traffic must travel through an extra server. Residential and mobile proxies are often slower than datacenter proxies because they route through real devices. Geographic distance to the proxy also matters.
What download speed do I need for proxy use?›
For web scraping: 1–5 Mbps per thread is typical. For streaming: 5–25 Mbps depending on quality. For large-scale data collection: 100+ Mbps with multiple threads. Residential proxies are speed-limited by the host device.
What is a good ping for a proxy?›
For local proxies: under 20ms. For regional proxies: 20–100ms. For intercontinental proxies: 100–300ms. High ping (above 500ms) significantly impacts interactive use cases.