Home Network Speed Calculator
Find your recommended internet speed and router specs based on the number of devices and usage types in your home.
Recommended Setup
Home internet speed requirements depend on the number of connected devices and how they are used.
Bandwidth per activity:
| Activity | Download Speed Needed |
|---|---|
| Email/browsing | 1–3 Mbps |
| Social media | 3–5 Mbps |
| SD video streaming | 3–5 Mbps |
| HD video streaming | 5–10 Mbps |
| 4K video streaming | 25 Mbps |
| Video conferencing | 5–10 Mbps |
| Online gaming | 10–25 Mbps |
| Large downloads | 25–50+ Mbps |
General speed recommendations:
- 1–2 people, basic use: 25–50 Mbps
- 2–4 people, moderate use: 100–200 Mbps
- 4–6 people, heavy use: 300–500 Mbps
- Smart home + streaming + gaming: 500 Mbps–1 Gbps
Router recommendations:
- Under 1,500 sq ft: Single router (Wi-Fi 6)
- 1,500–3,000 sq ft: Mesh system (2-pack)
- Over 3,000 sq ft: Mesh system (3-pack)