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Terminal-based speed test client
librespeed-cli is a command-line utility that runs speed checks against LibreSpeed-compatible backends. It’s intended to let you measure network throughput from a shell without launching a browser, making it suitable for scripted checks and headless systems.
Who benefits from this tool
- IT administrators and operations staff running tests on headless servers
- Developers and DevOps engineers integrating speed checks into automation
- Users needing quick ad-hoc measurements over SSH or remote sessions
Implementation details and advantages
librespeed-cli is implemented in Go, producing a compact, portable executable that’s easy to deploy. Because it runs natively in the terminal, it has a small footprint and is well-suited to environments where a GUI isn’t available. Typical use cases include automated monitoring, CI/CD pipelines, and remote diagnostics.
Key strengths:
- Lightweight binary with minimal dependencies
- Designed for non-GUI environments such as servers and remote shells
- Useful for scripting and inclusion in automation workflows
Alternative recommendation
If you prefer a Windows desktop option, consider SHAREit (free). It’s listed under Utilities & Tools and provides an HTML5-based speed testing experience with a graphical interface.
Notable aspects of this alternative:
- Free to use on Windows platforms
- Uses HTML5-based tests for browser-friendly measurement
- Offers a graphical interface for users who want a visual tool rather than a CLI app
Technical
- Windows
- Free
