Run an internet speed test on your Mac
macOS includes a network test called networkQuality, but it only runs in Terminal. Toolbox runs it for you and shows download and upload speed, latency and responsiveness in a readable view. Each result is saved to a history so you can compare times of day or locations.
How to use Network Speed Test
Open Network Speed Test.
Choose whether to test download and upload together or one after the other.
Start the test and wait for it to finish.
Compare the result with earlier runs in History.
Questions about Network Speed Test
How do I test internet speed on a Mac without a website?
Run networkQuality, Apple's built-in test, either by typing networkQuality in Terminal or with Toolbox's Network Speed Test, which shows the same measurements in a clear layout.
What does responsiveness (RPM) mean in a Mac speed test?
Responsiveness counts how many round trips your connection can complete per minute while it is busy. Higher is better, and a low number explains lag on video calls even when download speed looks fine.
Should I test download and upload together or separately?
Together is closer to real use, like a video call that sends and receives at once. One after the other shows the maximum speed in each direction.
Why is my Mac's Wi-Fi slower than my plan?
Distance from the router, walls, interference and other devices on the network all reduce speed. Test near the router, then in your usual spot, and compare the results in History.
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