# Speedcheck

> Internet Speed Test & WiFi Finder

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.speedspot.speedspot](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.speedspot.speedspot)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.speedspot.speedspot`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ookla
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 2,283,483
- **Rating:** 4.64 / 5 (65,214 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.9.18
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-27
- **First published:** 2014-05-22
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 96 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.speedspot.speedspot)
- **Website:** [https://www.speedcheck.org](https://www.speedcheck.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.speedcheck.org/privacy](https://www.speedcheck.org/privacy)

## Description

**Speedcheck** is a powerful Chrome extension designed to test your internet connection on both Wi-Fi and cellular networks including 3G, 4G, and LTE. It features accurate speed tests measuring download, upload speeds, and ping times to help you evaluate and improve your network performance.

One of Speedcheck's unique features is its crowdsourced Wi-Fi Finder, which allows users to locate free and fast Wi-Fi hotspots in hotels, cafes, restaurants, and public places worldwide. The app also maintains a detailed history of your speed test results, including signal strength, network names, and IP addresses, enabling you to compare speeds over time and identify the most reliable connections. With a worldwide network of high-speed data servers, Speedcheck provides reliable and consistent results, making it an essential tool for understanding and optimizing your internet connectivity experience.

## Rankings

- #41,526 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `org.speedspot.speedspot.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users broadly praise Speedcheck for accurate speed tests, a simple interface, its usefulness for Wi‑Fi troubleshooting, and test history. Common negatives center on intrusive ads that sometimes hinder testing, potential reliability issues tied to ads, and a need for features like selectable servers and data usage controls. Some reviews also note a mismatch between the app and its pictures. Overall, improving ad experience and adding missing options could enhance user satisfaction.

### Pros

- Accurate/excellent speed test results
- Easy-to-use interface
- Helpful for troubleshooting Wi‑Fi issues
- Keeps a history of previous tests
- Shows ping along with speed

### Cons

- Intrusive full-screen and excessive ads
- Ads can interfere with testing or reduce reliability
- High data usage (about 1 GB) for tests; no easy data-limiting option
- Missing feature: multiple servers to choose from
- Not the app pictured (branding/visual mismatch)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.speedspot.speedspot)