Speed Test 2.0.0.3
Those who do no to want carry out such tests from their PC have the possibility to try out on their Windows Phone devices a specialized application that goes by the name of Speed Test.
Straightforward looks and neatly organized layout
The appearance of this utility is not too impressive, but there are some decent graphics that are consistent throughout the interface. The map view is responsive and there are very few delays when zooming and panning.
All the information is presented in a clean manner, easy to read and the configurations are neatly packed inside the "Settings" area you can reach form the menu that appears in the lower side of the screen when visiting certain sections of the app.
The ever-present advertisements are shown in the main screen and they come as animated banners, that are continuously flashing and changing.
Quick configuration and immediate speed assessment
Speed Test allows you to choose the preferred network type, WiFi or 3G/4G and the third option is to leave it to the app to select one when carrying out the verification.
Another customization is related to the way in which the info is displayed, more precisely the measurements can be expressed in Mb/s (Megabits per second) or kB/s (Kilobytes per second).
The test type can be picked from the lower side of the screen, so you have at your disposal a complete check, a fast one and the default test, while the actual duration until the completion of the speed assessment is quite short.
View network details and map positioning
This application makes it possible for you to check out the exact localization of the network you are testing, with precise coordinates and the highlighting the pinpoint position on a friendly map.
With one tap you can view your current location and by pressing the "Show test" button you can reveal the details and positions of other tested networks.
Test history and fast sharing
With Speed Test you can view the logged information corresponding to each check you carried out, including the upload and download speeds and the ping response time.
If you tap and hold on an entry from the "History" area you can access the sharing command that enables you to send out the information to anyone, through SMS, email or publish it on your social network pages.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI7
A very clean and simple appearance with friendly and easy to read graphics help this app score decent points from the visual perspective. |
Function7
The application works quickly, offers some neat options and the test info can be shared, but users cannot choose the server or view the info about the one used by default. |
Security8
The application needs to access some system areas like the phone and owner identities without a good reason of doing so. |
Battery4
Speed Test drains a significant amount of power from the handset's battery, so the consumption remains at high levels. |
Price9
All the functions offered by this utility can be enjoyed completely free, but there are some bothersome ads inside. |
Compatibility10
Almost every Windows Phone user out there can try out this app as it works with any device powered by version 7.5 or higher of the OS. |
Specifications
- price:
- Free with ads
- current version:
- 2.0.0.3
- reviewed version:
- 2.0.0.3
- developer:
- my Speed Test
- category:
- INTERNET & NETWORK
- os version req.:
- 7.5, 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 369