About This Calculator
This calculator estimates how long it will take to download a file based on its size and your internet speed. It supports common units like MB, GB, TB for file size and Kbps, Mbps, MBps for download speed.
How It Works
- Enter the file size and choose the appropriate unit (MB, GB, or TB).
- Enter your download speed and select the correct unit (Kbps, Mbps, or MBps).
- The calculator converts all units to a consistent format and outputs the estimated download time in hours, minutes, and seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between Mbps and MBps?
Mbps (Megabits per second) is commonly used to measure internet speed. MBps (Megabytes per second) is used in download managers. 1 MBps equals 8 Mbps.
Why does the calculator use megabits internally?
To standardize the calculation, all file sizes are converted to megabits, which match the typical unit for bandwidth (Mbps).
Can I mix file size and speed units?
Yes. The calculator handles unit conversion automatically to ensure accuracy.
What if the file size is small but speed is high?
The result may show only a few seconds or even fractions, but it will always round to the nearest second.
Why do some time units disappear in the result?
The display omits units that equal zero to improve readability. For example, "0 hours 4 minutes" becomes "4 minutes".