Telkom SA Speed Test Benchmark Your Telkom SA Connection
Use our free speed test to benchmark your Telkom SA 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.
Telkom is South Africa's incumbent fixed-line telecoms operator, majority state-owned, and the country's largest ISP by fixed-line subscribers. Telkom is aggressively rolling out FTTH through its Openserve division, which also provides wholesale fibre access to competing ISPs.
| Provider | Telkom SA |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| ASN | AS37457 |
| Coverage | Nationwide |
| Technologies | Fibre (FTTH), ADSL, Fixed Wireless |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Website | https://www.telkom.co.za |
Average Telkom SA Speed Test Results
Typical measured results across real users. See the full leaderboard for live benchmarks.
| Metric | Typical Value | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Download Speed | 54 Mbps | Fair |
| Upload Speed | 27 Mbps | Fair |
| Ping | 14 ms | Excellent |
Results are community-sourced estimates. Your speed depends on your plan, location, and equipment. Learn about our methodology →
Telkom SA Internet Plans and Speeds
| Plan | Download | Upload | Technology | Starting From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Mbps Fibre | 50 Mbps | 25 Mbps | FTTH | $18.99/mo |
| 100 Mbps Fibre | 100 Mbps | 50 Mbps | FTTH | $27.99/mo |
| 1 Gbps Fibre | 1000 Mbps | 500 Mbps | FTTH | $56.99/mo |
Prices shown are approximate starting rates and may vary by location and promotional period. Check https://www.telkom.co.za for current pricing.
How to Run a Telkom SA 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 Telkom SA results above. If you're significantly below your plan speed, review the common issues section below or contact Telkom SA support.
Common Telkom SA Speed Issues
| Issue | Likely Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Slow ADSL speeds | If Openserve fibre is available at your address, upgrade to fibre — it is significantly faster and more reliable than ADSL. |
Telkom SA Pros and Cons
Pros
- ✓ Widest geographic coverage
- ✓ Growing FTTH footprint via Openserve
- ✓ Affordable DSL plans in non-fibre areas
Cons
- ✗ ADSL speeds very slow by modern standards
- ✗ Customer service widely criticised
- ✗ Frequent load shedding impacts network
Frequently Asked Questions — Telkom SA Speed
What is Openserve?
Openserve is Telkom's wholesale network division that builds and maintains fibre infrastructure, which both Telkom and competitor ISPs use to deliver broadband.
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