Picking the right internet plan isn’t just about the number—it’s about how that speed works for your household. Here’s a breakdown of common speed tiers, what they can handle, and what those numbers really mean.
Speeds up to 25 Mbps
What it means: Downloads about 3 MB per second (a music album in ~10 seconds, a movie in ~20 minutes).
Best for: Email, browsing, paying bills, scrolling social media.
Streaming quality: Standard Definition (SD) or one High Definition (HD) stream at a time.
Devices: 1–2 connected at once.
Good fit if: You’re a light internet user or a small household that doesn’t stream much.
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
What it means: Downloads about 12 MB per second (a movie in under 10 minutes).
Best for: Streaming Netflix, Hulu, or YouTube in HD, video calls, online learning.
Streaming quality: Multiple HD streams at the same time.
Devices: 2–4 connected at once.
Good fit if: You’re a small family that uses the internet for entertainment and work.
Speeds up to 250 Mbps
What it means: Downloads about 31 MB per second (a video game in under 30 minutes).
Best for: Gaming, large file downloads, running multiple smart TVs.
Streaming quality: Mix of HD and 4K streaming without buffering.
Devices: 4–6 connected at once.
Good fit if: You have a busy household with students, gamers, and remote workers all online at once.
Speeds up to 500 Mbps
What it means: Downloads about 62 MB per second (a 2-hour 4K movie in ~5 minutes).
Best for: 4K streaming, competitive gaming, cloud backups, large video calls.
Streaming quality: Several 4K streams running at the same time.
Devices: 6–8 connected at once.
Good fit if: You want fast, reliable service for a tech-heavy home or small business.
Speeds 1 Gbps and above
What it means: Downloads about 125 MB per second (a full HD movie in under a minute).
Best for: Large families, smart homes, or anyone who never wants to worry about speed.
Streaming quality: Unlimited simultaneous HD and 4K streams.
Devices: 8+ connected at once.
Good fit if: You’re running a home office, gaming setups, and smart devices all at once—or you just want the fastest internet available.
Why This Matters
Internet speed affects more than just browsing—it controls how smooth your video calls are, how quickly files download, and whether streaming is crystal clear or constantly buffering. Choosing the right speed means your internet keeps up with your life without slowing you down.
Upgrade for the Right Fit
MetaLINK has a range of plans designed for every kind of household. Upgrade your plan today and enjoy internet that matches your lifestyle.