{"id":6873,"date":"2023-04-01T06:18:13","date_gmt":"2023-04-01T06:18:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/?p=6873"},"modified":"2024-07-09T07:22:35","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T07:22:35","slug":"comwave-speed-finder-how-to-find-the-best-internet-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/blog\/comwave-speed-finder-how-to-find-the-best-internet-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Comwave Speed Finder: How to Find the Best Internet For You"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no question that you need <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/internet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fast internet at home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. But how fast is fast\u2014and is there such a thing as too fast? Today, a reliable home internet connection makes it possible to work remotely, learn, keep up with trending moments in pop culture, and stay connected to the world around you. But finding the right speed for doing all these is the challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, how much internet speed do you really need? If you\u2019re in the market for a new home internet plan that better meets your needs, it\u2019s helpful to know how much internet you actually need. Often, a lot of people are struggling with slow internet speeds. But what about if your current speed is too fast and redundant?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s answer all your questions! Have you tried using the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/not-sure-which-internet-speed-to-choose\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comwave Speed Finder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Find out how to use it, so you can get the fastest and cheapest internet anywhere in Canada.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speed Finder Basics: Getting Started<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for the right internet speed that takes you from work to play? Our speed finder is here to help. Here\u2019s how the basics work:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify everything you do online every day or what you use the internet for, and the number of hours you spend online<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Count the number of people using your home internet and think about what they do online everyday<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Count the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/blog\/5-factors-to-consider-when-choosing-the-right-internet-speed\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">number of devices<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> connected to your home internet, including smart home devices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Break down the different tasks you do online\u2014do some of them require more bandwidth than others? For example, if you\u2019re just scrolling through social media or checking emails, you could get by with a lower speed and cheaper internet plan compared to if you\u2019re constantly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/tv\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">streaming<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and gaming.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Use the Comwave Speed Finder<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to get started? Let\u2019s go over each of the steps above so that you can find the fastest and cheapest internet for your everyday needs and budget. Try these steps with the Comwave Speed Finder:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u00a0 \u00a01. Count the people at home<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many people live in your home? If you live alone, this is less of a concern. But if you live with family, a partner, or roommates, you will need to consider them, and their connectivity needs when using the speed finder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, don\u2019t worry\u2014this doesn\u2019t automatically mean that you won\u2019t be able to get the cheapest internet plan for your needs and budget. Start by counting everyone that lives in your home and uses the internet, and don\u2019t forget to count yourself!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0 \u00a02.<\/strong> <b><\/b><b>Check the devices connected to the Wi-Fi<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next step is to see what devices are connected to your home internet. Finding the fastest and cheapest internet speed greatly depends on what devices you and everyone at home uses to stay connected.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These days, it\u2019s not uncommon to have more smart devices than people at home. A lot of people have a smartphone, computer, and tablet, as well as a smartwatch. Then, there\u2019s the TV for watching and streaming, and a gaming console for complete entertainment. For smart home enthusiasts, we also have voice assistants for playing music, telling you the weather, setting a timer, and more. Plus, there are smart light bulbs, smart thermostat, smart locks and doorbell, and smart security alarm system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And while it generally means that more devices means needing a faster and more expensive home internet plan, don\u2019t discount Comwave\u2019s Speed Finder just yet\u2014it\u2019s still possible to get the cheapest internet that meets everyone\u2019s needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"width:100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;width:100%;\">That brings us to the next step.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 3.<\/strong> <b><\/b><b>Think about what you do online<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all devices use up your home internet bandwidth at the same rate. The key is to figure out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/blog\/10-frequently-asked-questions-about-internet-connection\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what you and everyone at home do online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you\u2019re just refreshing your email inbox now and then, chatting, or scrolling through social media, that makes you a casual internet user. But if you\u2019re constantly streaming and gaming, this means you need a much faster internet speed to avoid buffering, lags, and even getting disconnected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not sure how to measure your internet usage? Let\u2019s look at the recommended speeds for the most common things you can do online, and how you can get the fastest and cheapest internet for them.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streaming in SD (480p): 3\u20144Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streaming in HD (1080p): 5\u20148Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streaming in 4K: 25Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streaming music: 1\u201410Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video calls: 0.5\u20141.5Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email and social media: 1Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downloading large files: 10Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gaming: 3\u20144Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home security system, with camera feeds: At least 100Mbps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, keep in mind that these are only minimum recommended speeds. The best speed for each of these depends on how many other devices you have connected to the internet and whether you\u2019re actively using them, as well as if other people at home are also using the same connection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, the minimum speeds for gaming may be low, but it also depends on the gameplay and the gaming experience you want to enjoy. This is why you likely won\u2019t find a home internet plan at just 5Mbps\u2014even the cheapest internet plans start at 30Mbps or 50Mbps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, keep in mind the difference between upload and download speeds. If you typically send files, post photos, sync items to the cloud, fire away at emails, and more, you need a good upload speed to send this data from your device to the internet. Meanwhile, downloading files, loading a website, or streaming music and videos will require a good download speed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u00a0 \u00a04. Add it all up<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know how many devices in your home are connected to the internet and the speed they need, it\u2019s time to add it all up. Typically, every person needs at least 25 Mbps to stay online; if your current speed is well below that, you may want to consider an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/blog\/do-i-need-to-upgrade-my-internet-speed\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">upgrade<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Of course, this can vary depending on what each person needs the internet for and how many hours in a day they\u2019re online.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the number can appear very high at first, keep in mind that not all devices\u2014and people\u2014are online, at full-speed, all at the same time. Realistically, you may be able to shave off tens of Mbps from your earlier total, and get the fastest and cheapest internet speed that meets all those needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0 \u00a05.<\/strong> <b><\/b><b>Match it with the right home internet plan<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And now, check the results in the speed finder\u2014you\u2019ll get the best speed for your everyday needs and budget. The Comwave Speed Finder is easy to use, so you\u2019ll quickly find the fastest and cheapest internet speed that everyone at home will be happy with.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try the Comwave Speed Finder Today<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And there you have it\u2014that\u2019s how you get the best home internet plan anywhere in Canada. The Comwave Speed Finder is here to help you find the internet speed that\u2019s right for you and everyone at home, and all your devices and the things you do online. No more getting stuck with a speed that\u2019s too slow, or overpaying for a speed that\u2019s too fast for your needs and budget. It\u2019s time you experienced the fastest and cheapest internet made exactly for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/bundles\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">find the best and cheapest home internet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> speed? Head over to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comwave.net\/residential\/not-sure-which-internet-speed-to-choose\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comwave Speed Finder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and order the Comwave home internet plan that\u2019s right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s no question that you need fast internet at home. But how fast is fast\u2014and is there such a thing as too fast? Today, a reliable home internet connection makes it possible to work remotely, learn, keep up with trending moments in pop culture, and stay connected to the world around you. 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