A ping test measures how long a small message takes to reach a server and come back, in milliseconds (ms). Press “Start Test” above; your ping appears first, before download and upload.
What is a good ping?
| Ping | Rating |
|---|---|
| Under 20 ms | Excellent for competitive games |
| 20–50 ms | Good for most games and calls |
| 50–100 ms | Playable, with some delay |
| Over 100 ms | High; you will notice lag |
How to lower your ping
- Use a LAN cable instead of WiFi when you can.
- Stop downloads and updates while you play.
- Choose the nearest game server; for Kenya that is often South Africa or Europe.
- Restart the router if your ping suddenly jumps.
Ping is often higher in the evening when networks are busy, so run the ping test at different times. Also see: Safaricom speed test and Zuku speed test.