Why is my internet slow or my streaming buffering?


Run a speed test next to the router first. If the speed is low there too, chat with us and we check your line; if it is only low in some rooms, the fix is Wi-Fi coverage, usually a mesh node at RM15 a month.

Find the cause

What you see Likely cause Fix
Slow next to the router and far away Line fault or plan too small for your usage Chat with us for a line check, or upgrade
Fast next to the router, slow in some rooms Wi-Fi coverage Mesh node, RM15 a month
Slow only in the evening on many screens Plan capacity Upgrade to Plus or Max
One device slow, others fine The device Restart it and move it to the 5 GHz network

How much speed you need

Use Needs
HD streaming, 1 screen About 5 Mbps
4K streaming, 1 screen About 25 Mbps
TV Max, 4 screens in 4K About 100 Mbps, so Home Plus (300 Mbps) or faster
Video calls About 4 Mbps per call

Quick fixes

  1. Restart the router.
  2. Keep the router in the open, off the floor and away from the TV cabinet.
  3. Use the 5 GHz network on devices close to the router.
  4. Connect the TV box or smart TV by cable when you can.

Related: Home plans compared and Add a mesh node

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