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Orbi speedtests showing higher than other apps
So I’ve been noticing as of late that when running the included Speedtest within the Orbi app I consistently get 114mb, but am running the app by Ookla and get 8-10mb. Why such the difference? Aren’t ...
Not sure why the built-in test shows a higher number but I do know that using the built-in Speedtest has caused problems with Orbi for some folks. Several threads recommend NOT using the built-in Speedtest due to WiFi anomolies showing up after running that test. I'm still running firmware 2.0.74 and NEVER do a Speedtest from Orbi's built-in. I would not trust the built-in numbers. Cannot say if latest firmware solved this issue.
With an ethernet connection? I haven't tried that, but I definitely will. I've usually had pretty decent numbers, but again, I've only ever done them using the Orbi speedtest, so maybe in fact I haven't. I will begin going back to the Ookla app for my speedtests. I should have known or at least been questioning things, when for the life of this network (July '17) I've only ever gotten a reading of 114mb from the Orbi speedtest app.
Definitely do a direct connectvia ethernet to your modem to see your "true" download speed. Remember, the speed will change depending on the upstream load from your ISP. The advertised speed is a theoretical maximum and not a static value.
So I tried the hardwire vs wifi, using speedtest.net, and very simliar speeds. I will continue using this site or app on my iPhone and no longer use the in-app version of the speedtest as suggested. Thanks for the tips. Posted the details below, the earlier one in the day is wifi and latest via ethernet.