SwiftNetScanBandwidth Calculator
Estimate how much speed your household needs based on actual usage.
Your Usage
3
Your Bandwidth Needs
Minimum
10
Mbps
Recommended
24
Mbps
Usage Breakdown
| Activity | Min | Rec. |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Number of Devices | 1.5 Mbps | 6 Mbps |
| Video Streaming Quality — HD (1080p) | 5 Mbps | 10 Mbps |
| Video Calls — 1 call at a time | 1.5 Mbps | 3 Mbps |
| Smart Home Devices — A few (1–5) | 2 Mbps | 5 Mbps |
| Total | 10 Mbps | 24 Mbps |
Understanding Your Bandwidth Needs
What is Mbps?
Mbps measures how much data can move through your connection each second.
Download vs Upload
Downloads matter for streaming and browsing. Upload matters for calls and backups.
Shared bandwidth
All active devices share the same total connection.
Plan for headroom
Choose a plan with some margin above your calculated need.