Speedtest developers have launched a free platform for checking internet quality

After nearly two years of development in stealth mode, Orb Forge has emerged with its platform, simply named Orb. The service is designed for analyzing and continuously monitoring internet connection quality while respecting user privacy. For personal use, Orb is available for free and without restrictions.

The Orb team consists of the founders of Ookla and the creators of the popular Speedtest and Downdetector services. Their platform simplifies technical parameters into understandable metrics and generates an overall score — the Orb Score.

The service works on most devices, including PCs, smartphones, tablets, routers, and IoT devices. It identifies the source of issues — whether it's the home network or the provider — and allows remote monitoring of connection stability and availability. Orb can be used to monitor parents' home internet, for remote diagnostics, or as a selling point for rental properties.

Orb measures three key parameters:
— responsiveness: analysis of latency, jitter, and packet loss
— reliability: connection stability without interruptions
— speed: throughput in normal and peak modes.

Each parameter is rated on a 100-point scale. If the overall score drops below 80, the system suggests improvement options using AI. The project's monetization strategy targets the corporate sector. Potential clients include telecom operators integrating Orb into routers and support services. Upcoming features include the ability to share data via temporary links, launch Orb-to-Orb testing, and create measurement scenarios based on specific conditions.

Source: Orb