Salt Speed Test Benchmark Your Connection
Use our free speed test to benchmark your Salt connection. For the most accurate results, follow our accuracy guide - Ideally test over a wired Ethernet connection with other devices idle. Compare your speeds against global benchmarks and the weekly leaderboard.
Salt (formerly Orange Switzerland) offers home fiber via Swisscom's wholesale network. Salt competes primarily on price with an aggressive online-first model with minimal retail presence.
| Provider | Salt |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| ASN | AS15576 |
| Coverage | Nationwide via wholesale |
| Technologies | FTTH (via Swisscom wholesale), 5G Fixed Wireless |
| Founded | 2000 |
| Website | salt.ch |
Average Salt Speed Test Results
Typical measured results across real users. See the full leaderboard for live benchmarks.
| Metric | Typical Value | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Download Speed | 450 Mbps | Good |
| Upload Speed | 410 Mbps | Good |
| Ping | 7 ms | Excellent |
Results are community-sourced estimates. Your speed depends on your plan, location, and equipment. Learn about our methodology →
What These Salt Results Mean
Best Use Case
Salt is well suited to gaming, video calls, remote work, and heavy cloud use because its benchmark combines low ping with strong upload speed.
Upload Profile
Upload is close to download speed, which usually indicates a symmetric or fibre-heavy service profile.
Technology Notes
Salt uses FTTH (via Swisscom wholesale), 5G Fixed Wireless. Technology affects upload symmetry, latency, evening congestion, and how close you can get to advertised plan speeds.
Salt Internet Plans and Speeds
| Plan | Download | Upload | Technology | Starting From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber 1 Gbps | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | FTTH | $40/mo |
| Fiber 10 Gbps | 10000 Mbps | 10000 Mbps | XGS-PON | $65/mo |
Prices shown are approximate starting rates and may vary by location and promotional period. Check salt.ch for current pricing.
Salt vs Switzerland Broadband Benchmarks
Use this comparison to separate provider performance from the wider market. A result below your plan speed may still be normal for your connection type, but a wired test far below both your plan and the country benchmark deserves troubleshooting.
| Metric | Salt | Switzerland median | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Download | 450 Mbps | 178.3 Mbps | Above the national median benchmark. |
| Upload | 410 Mbps | 93.6 Mbps | Upload is competitive for Switzerland. |
| Ping | 7 ms | 8 ms | Latency is at or better than the country median. |
How to Run a Salt Speed Test
- Connect via Ethernet - For the most accurate baseline, connect your device directly to your router or modem with an Ethernet cable. Wi-Fi introduces variables that can mask your true plan speed. See our accuracy guide for full tips.
- Close background apps - Pause streaming, downloads, and backups. Other devices on your network also consume bandwidth.
- Start the speed test - Click GO on our homepage. The test measures download, upload, ping, and jitter in about 30 seconds.
- Compare your result - Check your measured speeds against the typical Salt results above. If you're significantly below your plan speed, review the common issues section below or contact Salt support.
Salt Pros and Cons
Pros
- ✓ Cheapest fiber in Switzerland
- ✓ 10 Gbps available
- ✓ No long-term contracts
Cons
- ✗ Online-only support
- ✗ No physical stores
Frequently Asked Questions - Salt Speed
Is Salt fiber the same as Swisscom fiber?
Yes. Salt uses Swisscom's physical fiber network under wholesale access. Line quality is the same as Swisscom's own plans, but Salt's pricing is typically 30–40% cheaper.
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