How To Test Internet Speed On Firestick or Fire TV in 2022

This step-by-step tutorial will show you How to Test Internet Speed on Firestick or Fire TV.

These instructions will also work for Android devices such as NVIDIA SHIELD, MECOOL, Chromecast with Google TV, and more.

Streaming Devices have become the best way to view content and media in High Definition directly on your television.

However, the Amazon Firestick has risen above the rest as the best streaming device because of its low price point and jailbreaking abilities.

Oftentimes, Firestick users encounter Buffering Issues when streaming content.

There are many reasons why your Fire TV or Firestick would have problems streaming and an Internet speed test will help with the troubleshooting process.

Internet Speed is the number one factor when determining your device’s ability to stream videos and more.

It is important to understand that you only need approximately 7-10 Mbps to enjoy a quality HD stream.

As shown in the chart below, anything above 10 Mbps is likely to play High- Definition content with little to no buffering.

What is a Good Internet Speed?

Also, most servers that you are streaming from won’t download much faster than that anyway, especially when using Streaming Apps & APK’s.

Many people get hung up on the notion that their buffering problems are caused due to the fact that they aren’t getting 50Mbps or higher download speed.

I would confidently make the claim that if your Internet speed is 10 Mbps or higher and you are experiencing poor performance, the culprit is the server you are streaming from and really nothing can be done about that.

In the tutorials below, we will install an Internet Speed Test for Firestick called Analiti. Analiti is the most reliable speed test out there.

Test Internet Speed On Firestick/Fire TV – Screenshot Guide

In the guide below, we are installing Analiti on a Fire TV Stick Lite. However, these instructions will also work any Fire TV Device including Firestick 4k, Firestick 4k MAX, and Fire TV Cube.

If using an Android TV Box, you can install via the Google Play Store:

Analiti – Google Play Store

1. From the device home screen, hover over find and click Search

2. Search for and select analiti

3. Choose Analiti Speed Test

4. Click Download

5. You will then encounter Aniliti ready to launch message. Click open and your speed test will begin

NOTE: Users can also choose to sideload Analiti if you choose.

6. Open settings from your Firestick home-screen and choose Applications

7. Click Manage Installed Applications

8. Choose Aniliti

9. Click Launch Application

10. Analiti will now open and begin your Internet Speed Test on Firestick/Fire TV

Internet Speed Extras

If you are an avid cord-cutter, you likely subscribe to a VPN service such as Surfshark or IPVanish. 

Using Analiti to test the Internet Speed on Firestick or Fire TV is a fabulous way to check your VPN speeds when connected.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I test Internet Speed on Firestick?

The best way to test internet speed is by using this guide to install Analiti.

How do I improve Internet speed on Firestick?

Adjusting your settings and deleting apps amongst other things will improve your Firestick speed.

What Internet Speed is required for Firestick?

In order to stream HD content, you will likely need around 8-10 Mbps.

Why is my Firestick Buffering?

There are numerous variables that cause buffering including the app you are using, your internet speed, and more.

Does VPN Slow my Internet Speed Down?

All VPNs will slow down internet speed however you can adjust settings within your VPN to help improve this.

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