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Diagnose internet issues with a real-time visual indicator and detailed diagnostics. Understand your network's performance, identify bottlenecks like bufferbloat, and generate shareable reports to prove problems to your ISP.
What's New in Network Hamster
1.01
August 30, 2026
• New: a rotating strip along the road featuring our own family of brands — Harborview IT, Cozy Campfire Coffee, and Chill Brands • Minor performance improvements
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What is Network Hamster?
Network Hamster is a utility app designed to diagnose and explain internet connectivity issues. It provides real-time visual feedback and detailed diagnostic tests to help users understand their network performance.
How does Network Hamster diagnose internet problems?
It performs eight checks in under a minute, including interface, captive portal, router vs. internet, NAT topology, DNS, web response time, and latency under load. It then provides a clear verdict in plain English.
Can Network Hamster help with slow internet speeds?
Yes, it measures download, upload, and bufferbloat during speed tests. It also grades bufferbloat, which can cause stuttering during video calls, and provides instructions on how to fix it.
Does Network Hamster have ads?
No, Network Hamster is ad-free. It focuses on providing a clean and uninterrupted diagnostic experience for users.
Can I share my network test results with my ISP?
Absolutely. Every diagnosis exports as a shareable report including latency, packet loss, traceroute, bufferbloat grade, and a timestamped event log, providing concrete evidence for your ISP.
What advanced tools does Network Hamster offer?
Advanced tools include Monitor Mode for continuous pinging and alerts, MTR traceroute, Ping Lab for MTU and queueing issues, Buffer Probe for modem buffer detection, and Wireless Health for Wi-Fi jitter analysis.
Is Network Hamster available on Android or other devices?
Currently, Network Hamster is supported on iPhone. The app is designed to work within the limitations of iOS, not faking unavailable data like Wi-Fi signal strength.
How often is Network Hamster updated?
The latest version is 1.01, last updated on August 30, 2026. This indicates recent development and ongoing support for the application.
