Set expected ISP Speed

dstrohl

It would be good to be able to set the expected speed for the ISP, then you could alert based on the actual speed being a percentage (or whatever) off of the expected speed.
For example, if I am paying for a 100/20 network connection, but am only getting 20/1 (down/up), there is a problem, but if I am paying for a 25/2 connection, it's probably OK.

Robin_Ex_Fing

Hi @dstrohl
thanks for the suggestion. I will pass on this to our Dev team for consideration. For all other users who feel this would be beneficial, please click the 'Upvote' button. Thank you.

Marc

Interesting idea...  Upvoted!  @Robin , this would also be a good feature for the mobile app as well.

dstrohl

It would also be interesting to then use in community comparisons... see what speeds are available around you and how well they are working... are 20/2 connections working well while 100/20 connections not?  perhaps also marking the connections with flags/notes for things like "business account", or "dedicated IP", or whatever. (those are less useful than marking the speed, but could help if trying to compare quality/connections.

Ferlauto

I like this idea by @dstrohl, and I'll add to it:
The Fing box should have a scheduling tool for speed tests (Think:  Endpoint security (anti-virus) performing a scheduled scan).  Additionally, when traffic is quiet for a given period, it should perform tests automatically.  Report when the performance drops below a particular setting.

This would also add to Fing's ability to establish itself as a leader in home / SOHO network monitoring.  Reports and corresponding press releases could easily be generated when appropriate.  The aggregate data has tremendous value in building brand recognition and reputation.