iPerf2
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Visit| Fact | iPerf2 | LibreSpeed |
|---|---|---|
| Measurements | Supported measurements include one-way delay, round-trip time, jitter, packet loss, and throughput. | The test measures download, upload, ping, and jitter. |
| Purpose | iPerf2 measures network traffic performance, including throughput, latency, link capacity, and responsiveness. | LibreSpeed is a very lightweight JavaScript speed test using XMLHttpRequest and Web Workers. |
It suits people who need to measure TCP or UDP network behavior across supported platforms, including self-hosted setups. The socket-level measurement limit and lack of interoperability with iPerf3 matter when choosing it.
LibreSpeed suits people who want to run a speed test on their own web server or use its client options. Its stability test and optional result storage may suit users who need more than basic speed measurements.