Pingdom vs Speedtest by Ookla
Which one should you pick? We compared pricing, privacy, and features after hands-on testing both tools.
| Feature | Pingdom | Speedtest by Ookla |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Freemium | Free |
| Local processing | ✗ Server-side | ✗ Server-side |
| Sign-up required | Yes | No |
| Our rating | ★ 4.2 | ★ 4.5 |
The verdict
Both tools process files on their servers. Our hands-on rating favors Speedtest by Ookla.
Choose Pingdom if: Webmasters monitoring site uptime.
Choose Speedtest by Ookla if: Anyone checking their internet speed.