Net Speed Meter
See live download and upload speed on your desktop, always on top.
7 apps
Network Apps for Windows 11 & 10
Speed meters, speed tests, IP and Wi-Fi tools.
Network apps help you see what your internet connection is really doing. Some sit on your desktop and show live download and upload speed; others test your line, track how much data you use, list the apps using your bandwidth, or recover saved Wi-Fi passwords.
If you just want to watch your speed, start with the free Net Speed Meter. For a one-off check of your plan, use Test Net Speed. If you are on a capped plan, DU Net Meter tracks usage against your limit, and Net Speed Meter Plus shows which app is eating your bandwidth. Need your IP address or network tools? Try IP Address App.
All Network Apps
Net Speed Meter Plus
Speed widget, speed test, usage stats and per-app bandwidth monitor.
DU Net Meter
Always-on-top speed widget with data plan tracking and usage stats.
Net Monitor
Full network monitoring: live speed, usage history and per-app connections.
Test Net Speed
Internet speed test with ping, jitter, saved history and network tools.
IP Address App
Your public IP, ISP, location and network tools like ping and DNS lookup.
WiFi Password Viewer
See saved Wi-Fi passwords and share networks with a QR code.
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Compare Network Apps
| Feature | Net Speed Meter | Net Speed Meter Plus | DU Net Meter | Net Monitor | Test Net Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live speed widget | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Speed test | Premium | ✓ | Premium | ✓ | ✓ |
| Speed test history | Premium | Premium | Premium | ✓ | ✓ |
| Usage statistics | Premium | ✓ | Premium | ✓ | – |
| Data plan alerts | Premium | Premium | Premium | ✓ | – |
| Per-app bandwidth | Premium | ✓ | Premium | ✓ | – |
| Price | Free | Paid | Free | Free | Free |
"Premium" means available with the optional Premium subscription.
Network Guides
Network · Compare
Best Net Speed Meter Apps for Windows 11 & 10
The best net speed meter apps for Windows 11 & 10 compared: live widgets, speed tests, data plans and per-app bandwidth. Which one fits you?
Network · How-to
How to Check Data Usage on Windows 11 (and Set a Limit)
Check data usage on Windows 11 per network and per app, set a monthly data limit, and get warned before you go over your cap.
Network · How-to
How to See Which Apps Use Internet on Windows 11
See which apps use internet on Windows 11 and 10 right now: Task Manager, Resource Monitor, data usage in Settings, and a live per-app monitor.
Network · How-to
How to Show Internet Speed on Taskbar in Windows 10
Show live download and upload speed on the Windows 10 taskbar for free, plus the Task Manager trick and how to test your internet speed on Windows 10.
Network · How-to
How to Show Internet Speed on Taskbar in Windows 11
Show live upload and download speed on the Windows 11 taskbar in 2 minutes. A free method, step by step, plus the built-in alternatives.
Network · Explainer
Mbps vs MB/s: What Your Internet Speed Really Means
Mbps vs MB/s explained: why your 100 Mbps plan downloads at about 12 MB/s, how to convert between them, and which unit each app uses.
Other categories
Frequently Asked Questions
Which app shows internet speed on the taskbar?
Net Speed Meter. Its free always-on-top widget shows live download and upload speed and can sit on or above the taskbar.
How do I test my internet speed on Windows?
Use Test Net Speed for download, upload, ping and jitter with saved history. Net Speed Meter Plus and Net Monitor also include a speed test.
Which app tracks my monthly data usage?
DU Net Meter and Net Monitor track usage against a data plan and warn you before you reach the limit (DU Net Meter with Premium).
Are these network apps safe?
Yes. They install from the Microsoft Store and read network information on your PC. Speed tests only contact a test server when you start one.
