No, speedtest tests are not limited to MikroTik equipment only. Speedtest, especially the popular tool provided by Ookla, is a global platform that measures internet connection speed and is compatible with a wide variety of devices and operating systems, including desktop computers, laptops, smartphones and tablets, regardless of their brands or manufacturers.

Using Speedtest on Different Devices

1. Non-MikroTik devices:

• Computers and Laptops: Speedtest can be performed on any computer with access to a web browser or through dedicated applications available for operating systems such as Windows and macOS.
• Mobile devices: There are Speedtest mobile apps for iOS and Android that allow users to measure the speed of their mobile or Wi-Fi connection from their phones or tablets.

2. MikroTik equipment:

• Although MikroTik does not have a specific “Speedtest” tool built into RouterOS, it does offer several tools and functionalities that allow measuring network performance, such as “Bandwidth Test” and “Traffic Monitor”.
• These tools can be used to test speed between two MikroTik devices or between a MikroTik device and another device on the network that supports compatible protocols.

Features of MikroTik Tools

Bandwidth Test:

• This tool in RouterOS can be used to test the connection speed between two MikroTik routers or between a MikroTik router and a client that supports the MikroTik Bandwidth Test protocol.
• Provides data on throughput, packet loss, and other network parameters, which is useful for network performance testing and diagnostics.

Traffic monitor:

• It allows real-time traffic monitoring on specific interfaces of the MikroTik device, providing an instant view of broadband utilization.

Conclusion

Speedtest tests like those offered by Ookla are not restricted to any specific hardware manufacturer and are widely accessible across various platforms.

MikroTik tools, on the other hand, provide specialized functionality for network testing within MikroTik device ecosystems, useful for network administrators and technicians who need to evaluate network performance or diagnose connectivity issues.