Hughesnet Internet Speed Test
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How do Hughesnet internet speed test results compare to competitors?
| Provider | Average download speed | Average upload speed |
|---|---|---|
 | 19.92 | 1.63 |
 | 14.93 | 1.84 |
| 48.49 | N/A |
How do Hughesnet advertised internet speeds compare to competitors?
| Provider | Speed | Price | Shop plans |
|---|---|---|---|
| | 50-100 Mbps | $49.99–$79.99/mo.* | |
| | 50–150 Mbps | $99.99–$119.99/mo.† | |
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| 50–500 Mbps | $110.00–$500.00/mo.‡ | View Plans |
Data as of 2/29/2024. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
*Offer for 12 months. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra.
†Offer available to new qualifying customers. One-time standard installation fee may be due at checkout. Minimum 24-month service term required. Equipment lease fee is $12.99/mo. Taxes apply. Service is not available in all areas. Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time.
‡Plus hardware, shipping & handling fees, and tax. Fully refundable. Depending on location, some orders may take 6 months or more to fulfill.
How much internet speed do you need?
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What is a good internet speed?
| Internet speed | How fast is this? | What you can do |
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| 0–5 Mbps | Very slow | Send emails, search on Google, stream video in SD on one device |
| 5–40 Mbps | Slow to moderate | Stream video in HD on three or four devices, play online games |
| 40–100 Mbps | Moderate to fast | Stream easily on multiple devices in HD or 4K, download big files quickly, run several smart devices |
| 100–500 Mbps | Very fast | Stream in 4K on more than five devices simultaneously, download massive files quickly, host a livestream |
| 500–1,000+ Mbps | Extremely fast | Stream in 4K on 10+ devices, run 10+ smart-home devices at a time, do basically anything on lots of devices |
| 1,200–5,000 Mbps | Faster than you need | Operate a bitcoin-mining farm with two dozen computers, watch Frozen in 4K on 100 devices at the same time |
About our Hughesnet internet speed test
The Hughesnet internet speed measures three things:
Download speed: The speed at which your device pulls data from the internet. Usually measured in Mbps or Gbps.
Upload speed: The speed at which your device sends data to the internet. Usually measured in Mbps or Gbps.
Latency (Ping): The time (measured in milliseconds) it takes for a signal to travel from your device to an internet server and back. Lower latency means your connection has a better response time for activities like gaming and livestreams.
How does the Hughesnet internet speed test work?
Speed tests connect to a nearby server and send test data over this connection. By looking at how long it takes for different files to travel over your connection, the test can analyze it. The idea is to measure the speed of your home’s internet connection, but if you’re connecting to the test over your Wi-Fi network, the test will be measuring the data traveling across both your home connection and through your router and home Wi-Fi, which can give a different result. It’s a good idea to physically plug your device into your router before running a speed test to get the best results.
Hughesnet internet speed FAQ
How fast are Hughesnet internet speeds?
Most plans that Hughesnet offers are 25Mbps. The only exceptions are the Satellite-only 15 GB Data plan that has a download speed of up to 15Mbps and Hughenet’s fastest plan, the Fusion 200 GB which offers speeds up to 50Mbps. This makes for a very straightforward pricing system that is based more on data, not speeds.
How do I get faster internet?
For faster internet, you can upgrade from Hughesnet’s satellite-only plans to the Fusion plan with 100Mbps of download speed. This is the fastest download speed Hughesnet offers so for households that need more, your only option is to switch to a new provider.
Run a search with your zip code below to see what kinds of speeds you can get in your area.
Is satellite better than fiber and DSL?
Satellite is much slower than fiber, DSL, and most other types of internet connection. Satellite’s big advantage is being accessible anywhere, so it’s a good option for rural areas with no other options.
Is Hughesnet Fusion faster than satellite-only internet?
Hughesnet Fusion plan has double the download speed of the Select plan. Another big advantage of Hughesnet Fusion is its low-latency and increased reliability. Experiencing fewer service interruptions means that you’ll be getting those speeds more often than with satellite alone, which is very susceptible to interference from weather.
