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Waveform Bufferbloat Test vs Flent: catalog facts
Waveform Bufferbloat TestFlent
Free

The test runs in the browser at no cost.

Free

Free to download and use, with the source published on GitHub.

Web Linux, Command line
  • Measures latency under load, not only raw speed
  • Runs in the browser with nothing to install
  • Repeatable aggregate tests built on netperf and iperf
  • Interactive GUI and extensive plotting
  • Hosted on a retailer's site
  • Tests only the connection from the device running it
  • Needs netperf or iperf and a test server on the other end
  • Aimed at technical users rather than a quick speed check
Web application Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Needs internet Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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