Turbo WiFi Analyzer

Product Help File

Turbo WiFi Analyzer is a powerful and intuitive app designed to enhance your WiFi experience by providing comprehensive insights and tools to optimize your wireless network. With its user-friendly interface and advanced features, Turbo WiFi Analyzer allows you to analyze, monitor, and improve your WiFi performance with ease.

Key Features:

Speed Test: Evaluate the bandwidth and performance of your WiFi connection with a built-in speed test. Measure ping, jitter, download, and upload speeds to ensure optimal performance.
WiFi Properties: Gain in-depth knowledge about your WiFi network with detailed attributes and properties of your current WiFi adapter. Explore information such as SSID, BSSID, protocol, channel, bandwidth, signal quality, and more.
WiFi Network List: View and analyze a list of available WiFi networks in your vicinity. Identify signal strength, band frequency, channel information, and other essential details to make informed decisions about network selection.
Channel Graph: Visualize channel congestion and optimize your WiFi signal strength. The channel graph feature provides insights into the best channels to use for improved performance and reduced interference.
Signal Map: Utilize a signal heat map to analyze and optimize your WiFi coverage. By walking around your space and recording signal strength at different locations, you can identify areas with weak signal strength and take appropriate actions for better coverage.

Product support

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Launch the application

Click the Windows Start button
Type “Turbo WiFi Analyzer”
Identify the matching application entry in search result with this icon
Click the application entry to launch the application

Please note: an Internet connection is required to use the main functions of the app.

Main Window

The main application window serves as the central hub for accessing all the core features of the Wi-Fi Speed and Signal Strength Analyzer app. It provides convenient access to the following features:

Speed Test: Measure the speed of your Wi-Fi connection to determine its performance. This feature allows you to assess both the download and upload speeds of your network.
Wi-Fi Properties: View detailed information about your current Wi-Fi connection. This feature provides essential details such as signal strength, network name (SSID), security type, and more.
Wi-Fi List: Explore a comprehensive list of available Wi-Fi networks in your vicinity. This feature allows you to identify nearby networks, including their signal strength, security protocols, and other relevant information.
Channel Graph: Visualize the Wi-Fi channels in use by various networks around you. This feature helps you identify potential channel conflicts and optimize your network’s performance by selecting the least congested channel.
Signal Map: View a graphical representation of the Wi-Fi signal strength across your location or a specific area. This feature enables you to identify areas with weak signals or dead spots, helping you improve the positioning of your Wi-Fi equipment for better coverage.

Functions of each feature will be explained in the sections below.

Speed Test

The Speed Test module measures your Wi-Fi bandwidth and performance through the following core criteria:

Ping: Ping measures the response time between your device and a server. It calculates the time taken for a small packet of data to travel from your device to the server and back. Lower ping values indicate better responsiveness and less latency in your network connection.
Jitter: Jitter refers to the variation in the delay of data packets during transmission. It measures the consistency of your network’s latency. A lower jitter value signifies a more stable and consistent connection, which is crucial for applications like online gaming or real-time communication.
Download speed: Download speed measures the rate at which data can be downloaded from the internet to your device. It determines how quickly you can access and retrieve content such as web pages, files, or streaming media. Higher download speeds result in faster data retrieval.
Upload speed: Upload speed measures the rate at which data can be uploaded from your device to the internet. It determines how quickly you can send files, videos, or other data to online servers or other devices. Higher upload speeds are essential for activities like video conferencing, cloud backups, or sharing large files.

These criteria provide insights into different aspects of your Wi-Fi performance. Understanding these measurements can help you assess the quality and stability of your internet connection.

Start testing

The Speed Test module is preconfigured with common default settings for your convenience, allowing you to begin testing immediately. To perform a speed test, simply click the ‘Start’ button located in the center of the window.

Choose a speed test server

Based on your current geolocation, the app compiles a list of speed test servers within a 100 KM radius approximately. By default, the closest server is selected.

You can also pick a different server by clicking on the label of the current server, which ends with a greater-than-symbol > to show a list of optional speed test server. Select a server from the list, and click OK to set it as the test server.

Save and view test results

Data from each speed test can be saved individually based on your preference, which is set by the Save Results toggle button , located at the bottom-right corner of the window. Toggle this button on prior to starting a test result in order to log the results.

To view all test results logged so far, click the View History button located at the top-right corner of the window.

To remove all test log entries, click the Clear History button
To go back to the Speed Test module, click the Left arrow

Multiple Wi-Fi adaptors

In rare but not impossible circumstances, your PC may have multiple Wi-Fi adaptors. Use the Wi-Fi adaptor selection dropdown control located at the bottom of the window to set the active Wi-Fi adaptor for the test.

Wi-Fi Properties

The “Wi-Fi Properties” module presents users with a comprehensive overview of the attributes and properties of their current Wi-Fi adapter. It offers valuable information in a convenient format, allowing users to quickly access and review key details about their Wi-Fi connection.

The module is divided into several sections.

The Device & Connection section provides insights into the network’s SSID, BSSID, protocol, channel, band, bandwidth, frequency, network type, and download/upload rates.
The Status & Security section displays information regarding signal quality, connectivity status, encryption type, authentication type, and runtime.
The module also offers IP information, including IPv4 and IPv6 details such as IP address, subnet mask, gateway, DHCP server, DNS server, as well as IP location attributes such as continent, country, region, city, zip code, latitude, and longitude.

Quick info

The header area of the “Wi-Fi Properties” module offers a convenient overview of the current status of your Wi-Fi adapter. It includes essential information at a glance, such as the connection status, upload speed, download speed, and signal strength (RSSI).

Devices & Connection

This group focuses on the attributes and properties of your WiFi adaptor and the connection it establishes. It includes information such as the SSID (Service Set Identifier), which is the name of your WiFi network, and the BSSID (Basic Service Set Identifier), which uniquely identifies your wireless access point. You can also view details about the protocol used, the current channel, and the band frequency (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) of your WiFi network. Additionally, the group provides essential data like the bandwidth, frequency, and network type. It even displays the current download and upload rates, giving you real-time insights into your WiFi connection performance.

Status & Security

In this group, you can access crucial information about the status and security of your WiFi network. It displays the RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator), which indicates the signal quality of your WiFi connection. You can also determine whether the network is connectable or not and find out the reason if it’s not connectable. The group provides details about the encryption type and authentication method used by your network, ensuring you have a secure connection. Additionally, you can view the runtime of your WiFi adaptor, giving you insights into its active duration.

IP Information

The IP Information group provides in-depth details about the IP (Internet Protocol) configuration of your WiFi network. You can find information about both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, subnet masks, gateways, and DNS (Domain Name System) servers. It provides visibility into your network’s IP allocation, allowing you to troubleshoot connectivity issues, set up port forwarding, or configure network services effectively.

IP Location

This group provides geolocation information about your network’s IP address. It offers data such as the continent, country, region, city, postal code, latitude, and longitude associated with the IP address. This information can be useful for various purposes, such as identifying the approximate physical location of your network or understanding the geographical distribution of your users.

Read this blog post to learn detailed information of each attribute in the Wi-Fi Properties module.

Wi-Fi Network List

The Wi-Fi network list module presents a compilation of available networks in your vicinity that can be detected by your current Wi-Fi adapter. It offers a summary of essential information for each network, including the band frequency, channel ID, and received signal strength indicator (RSSI).

You can also select each network to view more detailed info including: network protocol, bandwidth, frequency, authentication, IP, signal quality, upload/download speed etc.

The Display Options

The network list module provides options for customizing the display and sorting of Wi-Fi networks. These options include filtering networks based on their types, such as open, secured, hidden, Wi-Fi direct, or unreachable networks. Additionally, users can choose to filter networks based on their band frequencies, such as 2.4 GHz or 5.0 GHz. Lastly, networks can be sorted based on their signal strength, with options like strong, good, fair, or weak.

Click the “Filter…” link located at the top of the list to view and access the options for displaying the networks:

Types of Wi-Fi networks

Based on their types. Here are the different types of Wi-Fi networks that can be selected:

Open Network: An open network is a Wi-Fi network that does not require any password or authentication to connect. Users can join these networks without entering any credentials.
Secured Network: A secured network is a Wi-Fi network that is protected with a password or encryption. Users need to provide the correct authentication credentials to connect to these networks.
Hidden Network: A hidden network, also known as a closed network, is a Wi-Fi network that does not broadcast its SSID (Service Set Identifier). These networks are not visible in the regular list of available networks, but users can manually connect to them by entering the network name (SSID) and password.
Wi-Fi Direct: Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect directly to each other without the need for a traditional wireless access point. It enables peer-to-peer communication between devices, allowing for file sharing, screen mirroring, or other direct interactions.
Unreachable Network: An unreachable network refers to a Wi-Fi network that is currently out of range or not accessible by the Wi-Fi adapter. These networks are beyond the reach of the device and cannot be connected to at the present moment.

Band frequencies

Select to show or hide networks of different band frequencies:

2.4 GHz
5.0 GHz

Signal strength

Choose to show or hide network based their signal strength levels:

Strong
Good
Fair
Weak

The Sorting Options

The Wi-Fi network list can be sorted based on:

Name
Signal strength
Band
Channel

You can also toggle the sorting order by toggling the ascending/descending icons

Channel Graph

The Wi-Fi Channel Graph is a visual representation that displays the utilization and congestion levels of Wi-Fi channels in a specific area. It provides valuable insights into the performance and interference on different channels, helping users optimize their Wi-Fi network settings for better connectivity.

Wi-Fi channels

Wi-Fi channels refer to the specific frequencies within the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands that are allocated for wireless communication. Each channel represents a different frequency on which Wi-Fi devices can transmit and receive data.

Channel graph display options

The Channel graph, or Signal Analyzer, offers the following options for display:

Show 2.4 GHz or 5.0 GHz networks: to toggle between networks from one of the two bandwidths
View: show/hide SSID, Mac Address, Frequency or Channel Recommendation
Filter:
- Show/hide networks types: Open, Secured, Hidden, Wi-Fi Direct, and Unreachable networks
- Show/hide networks of different strengths raging from Strong, Good, Fair, to Weak.

Channel congestion and recommendations

Wi-Fi channels, especially in the 2.4 GHz band, can overlap and interfere with each other. This interference can degrade Wi-Fi performance and cause slower speeds or increased packet loss. Choosing non-overlapping channels or channels with less interference from neighboring networks is crucial for optimal Wi-Fi performance.

The app’s automatic channel analyzing feature evaluates the current channel congestion and identifies the top channels that offer the best signal strength. These recommended channels are conveniently highlighted with a heart icon, indicating their suitability for optimizing Wi-Fi performance. If you’re experiencing suboptimal Wi-Fi performance, it is suggested to consider switching to these recommended channels for a potential improvement in signal quality and network stability.

Learn how to use the Channel Graph i.e. Signal Analyzer to speed up your WiFi

Signal Map

Wi-Fi signal mapping, also known as Wi-Fi heat mapping or signal heat mapping, is a technique used to visualize the strength and coverage of Wi-Fi signals in a particular area. It involves creating a visual representation, often in the form of a heat map, that indicates the signal strength and quality throughout the mapped area. This can be valuable for optimizing Wi-Fi network performance, identifying areas with weak coverage, and determining the ideal placement of access points or routers.

Inspired from this Verge Science YouTube video, where Becca Farsace mapped her entire apartment manually, we developed the Wi-Fi Signal Map module to make the mapping of Wi-Fi signals a breeze. The Signal mapping module provides the following features and benefits:

Heat Map Visualization: it uses different color tone to represent the signal strength levels. Stronger signal areas are depicted with cooler colors (e.g., blue or green), while weaker signal areas are represented with warmer colors (e.g., red or orange). This visual representation allows users to quickly identify areas of strong and weak Wi-Fi coverage. (Maybe we should call it the Ice Map because the cooler the color the stronger the signals)
Signal Strength Measurement: Signal mapping tools typically measure the received signal strength indicator (RSSI) from Wi-Fi access points or routers. RSSI is a value that represents the power level of the received Wi-Fi signal and is used to determine signal strength.
Loading a Floor Plan: put an actual floor plan underneath the Heat Map for intuitive visualization
Export Heat Map: save your Heat Map to PNG or PDF file for ease of sharing and markup
Visual display options:
- Show/hide grid
- Show/hide floor plan
- Font color: Black or white

How to use the Signal Map

To utilize the Signal Map module in Turbo WiFi Analyzer effectively, follow these steps:

Launch the Turbo WiFi Analyzer app on your device.
Access the Signal Map module within the app.
Choose a suitable grid option from the preset choices. This will define the granularity of the signal strength measurements on the map.
If you have a floor plan of the area you want to analyze, upload it into the app. This will provide a visual reference for signal strength distribution.
Begin walking around the space, ensuring you cover the entire area of interest. As you move, use the mouse or tap on the screen to record the WiFi signal strength at each spot.
Repeat this process, capturing signal strength data at multiple locations within the space. The more data points you collect, the more accurate and detailed your signal map will be.
As you gather the signal strength information, the app will generate a “heat map” based on the recorded data. The heat map visually represents the varying signal strengths across the analyzed area.
Analyze the heat map to identify areas with strong and weak WiFi signal coverage. The warmer colors on the heat map indicate stronger signal strength, while cooler colors represent weaker signal strength.
Based on the heat map analysis, you can take further actions to optimize your WiFi network. For example, if you notice areas with weak signal strength or dead zones, you may consider adjusting the router placement, adding WiFi extenders, or reconfiguring router settings.

Learn how to use the Signal Map to optimize WiFi performance.