How much data
will you use?
Estimate the data you need for a stream, a call or any activity with a known bitrate. Every assumption is yours to change.
Estimated data needed
8 Mbps for 1 hour a day over 30 days
A constant average bitrate estimate. Adaptive quality, background activity and network overhead can change actual data use.
Speed and data are different.
Your internet speed is how quickly data can move. It is not necessarily the bitrate of a video, call or stream. Enter the activity's average bitrate, rather than your full connection speed.
Streaming apps can change quality automatically. A higher picture quality usually uses more data.
One hour at 8 Mbps uses 3.6 GB.
At one hour a day for 30 days, that is 108 GB. Divide megabits by 8 to get megabytes, then by 1,000 to get decimal gigabytes.
Plan your data allowance
Can I use this to estimate streaming or video calls?
Yes, when you know or can estimate the average bitrate. Treat the result as an estimate, especially if the app changes picture quality during use.
Does this include every app on my phone?
No. This calculation covers the activity and hours you enter. Add time for other activities and check your device's actual data usage for background updates and downloads.
Does my speed-test result tell me my video bitrate?
No. A speed test measures connection capacity. A video or call can use a lower bitrate. Use the app's data settings or a measured data-use sample.
How can I make a bundle last longer?
Reduce automatic video quality, turn off unnecessary background downloads and check expiry. Compare allowances and validity with the bundle value calculator.