Telkom Speed Test - Test Your Speed
Test your Telkom internet speed in South Africa
www.telkom.co.zaTelkom is South Africa's largest integrated telecommunications provider, serving over 17 million subscribers with fibre, DSL, mobile, and fixed-wireless internet services. Telkom offers fibre speeds up to 500 Mbps through its Openserve network infrastructure. Test your Telkom connection to measure actual download, upload, and latency performance.
About Telkom
Telkom SA SOC Limited was established in 1991 when telecommunications services were separated from the South African Department of Post and Telecommunications. Headquartered in Centurion, Pretoria, Telkom is listed on the JSE and employs approximately 10,000 people.
The company owns Openserve, one of South Africa's largest fibre network operators, giving Telkom a strategic advantage in delivering fibre broadband. Telkom serves over 17.2 million mobile data subscribers and operates in more than 38 countries across Africa. The company provides consumer, business, and wholesale telecommunications services.
Telkom Plans and Services
Telkom offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.
Telkom fibre plans start at ZAR 335 per month for Easy Connect Fibre at 20 Mbps with uncapped data. Core Fibre at 50 Mbps costs ZAR 499 per month. Endless Fibre at 200 Mbps costs ZAR 899 per month and includes Amazon Prime Video.
All fibre plans include a free router and free installation. Telkom also offers prepaid fibre starting at ZAR 199 for 14 days at 20 Mbps with a 200 GB fair usage policy. Telkom mobile data, LTE, and 5G services are available for wireless connectivity. Business fibre packages offer dedicated bandwidth for commercial customers.
Telkom Internet Plans
| Plan | Speed | Price | Features |
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| Easy Connect Fibre 20 Mbps fiber | 20 Mbps | ZAR 335/month |
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| Core Fibre 50 Mbps fiber | 50 Mbps | ZAR 499/month |
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| Endless Fibre 200 Mbps fiber | 200 Mbps | ZAR 899/month |
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| Prepaid Compact Fibre fiber | 20 Mbps | ZAR 199/14 days |
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Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact Telkom for current offers.
Mobile Data Settings
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Run a free speed test to check if Telkom delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against Telkom advertised speeds above.
Telkom Speed Test FAQ
How fast is Telkom fibre internet?
Telkom fibre speeds range from 20 Mbps to 500 Mbps depending on your plan. Entry-level Easy Connect Fibre delivers 20 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload. Core Fibre offers 50 Mbps. Endless Fibre delivers up to 200 or 500 Mbps with no fair usage policy or throttling. Telkom fibre runs over the Openserve network, which Telkom owns, providing consistent performance. Run a speed test to compare your actual speeds against your subscribed plan.
How do I test my Telkom speed?
Use the speed test tool on this page to measure your Telkom download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. For accurate fibre or DSL results, connect your device directly to the Telkom router using an ethernet cable. For LTE speed tests, ensure good signal strength on your Telkom mobile device. Close bandwidth-consuming applications before testing. The test takes approximately 30 seconds and shows whether your connection meets the expected speed for your plan.
Does Telkom offer prepaid fibre?
Yes, Telkom offers prepaid fibre starting at ZAR 199 for 14 days. The Prepaid Compact Fibre plan provides 20 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds with a 200 GB fair usage policy. Prepaid fibre requires no contract or long-term commitment. You simply purchase a prepaid voucher and activate the service for the validity period. This option is ideal for users who want fibre internet flexibility without monthly billing commitments.
What is the difference between Telkom fibre and LTE?
Telkom fibre uses a physical fibre-optic cable connection delivering consistent speeds from 20 to 500 Mbps with uncapped data. Telkom LTE uses wireless mobile network signals and speeds vary based on signal strength and network congestion, typically ranging from 10 to 50 Mbps. Fibre is available only where Openserve infrastructure exists, while LTE covers a much wider area including rural locations. Fibre provides lower latency and more stable speeds, making it better for gaming, video calls, and heavy streaming.