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Fluke Networks Etherscope vs. SourceForge Speed Test

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    Overview
    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Fluke Networks Etherscope

    Score9 out of 10
    N/AFluke Networks Etherscope is a network diagnostics tool, from Seattle-based Fluke Networks.N/A

    SourceForge Speed Test

    Score6.1 out of 10
    Enterprise companies (1,001+ employees)
    The SourceForge speed test is a free speed test that allows users to test their internet speed on any device.N/A
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    Fluke Networks EtherscopeSourceForge Speed Test
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    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager (NCM)
    Score8.3 out of 10
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    Enterprises
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    User Ratings
    Fluke Networks EtherscopeSourceForge Speed Test
    Likelihood to Recommend
    7.5
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    User Testimonials
    Fluke Networks EtherscopeSourceForge Speed Test
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Fluke Corporation
    We used ours mainly to test the wireless. Wireless could be several different things so the preconfigured tests on this device allowed us to quickly eliminate certain areas and allowed us to focus on the real problem. It’s easy enough a PC Technician could use it.
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    SourceForge
    The sourceForge speed test would be well suited in most scenarios. From simply measuring your speed when connecting to new networks to trying to diagnose network issues at your house, workplace or any other environment where you may have spotty internet connection. I'd say is not well suited to get perfectly accurate results if needed for any type of network monitoring.
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    Pros
    Fluke Corporation
    • The Fluke Networks Etherscope can test network speed performance on copper and fiber networks
    • The Fluke Networks Etherscope can detect network switches and also available and active ports.
    • The Fluke Networks Etherscope can check for bandwidth between two points quick and easy.
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    SourceForge
    • Provide the down/up speed
    • Measure the ping speed
    • Determining the internet loss%
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    Cons
    Fluke Corporation
    • Battery life
    • Touch screen is slow to respond.
    • Operating System is slow.
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    SourceForge
    • Websocketing can sometimes be unreliable
    • Ui can be slow at times
    • The ads would slow down my pc at times
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    Alternatives Considered
    Fluke Corporation
    We briefly tested a NetAlly LSPRNTR-300 LinkSprinter 300 Network Tester with WIFI and Distance to Cable Fault Indication and it was a worthy testing unit it but we quickly discovered that it did not offer the large range of testing in both the copper and fiber network drops, nor was it as complete with regard to wireless testing. But in it's defense it was not quite as pricy as the Fluke.
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    SourceForge
    The main reason why we selected the SourceForge speed test at my job was due the company's heavy and aggressive website whitelisting. The sourceForge speed test was one of the few tests we tried that was able to work fine within our restricted network. Plus it was easy to ready, even to my boss.
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    Return on Investment
    Fluke Corporation
    • Very expensive for small business or school districts.
    • Battery Life is terrible not able to use it for an entire day.
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    SourceForge
    • We know when the network is congested so we adapt our workflow accordingly.
    • It allowed identification of inconsistencies with the service provided by the ISP.
    • Switching ISPs allowed us to save 10% in our monthly internet bill, while receiving a better service.
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