Description
UptoBox Download Test
We take a closer look at the file hoster Uptobox.com and test it with several multihosters. We uploaded a 100 MB test file to Uptobox and downloaded it with the free account and the multihosters. We have a 50 Mbit connection and use the Google Chrome browser. We don't use a VPN or similar, so as not to falsify the results. Of course, it can happen that we rate a provider too good or too bad, as we only do random samples. If you have other experiences with UPtobox or the multihosters, please write them in the comments.
Es gibt aktuell einen wichtigen Vorfall. Offensichtlich wurden die Server von dem Filehoster Uptobox beschlagnahmt und sind nicht mehr zu erreichen. So hat es der Filehoster selbst auf Twitter (X) geschrieben.
Free account test
Before we could start the download, we first had to wait 30 seconds and watch annoying advertisements. 3 clicks and 3 pop-up ads later, the download with the free account could finally begin. The speed varied between 150 and 250 kilobytes per second and is not bad compared to other file hosts. The free account is therefore sufficient to download an audio book or an e-book. It takes about 8 minutes to download a 100 MB file.
Multihoster Linkifier
Next, we tested the multihoster Linkifier and downloaded the file from Uptobox. Unfortunately, the result was disappointing and we could only achieve a download speed between 250 and 650 kilobytes per second. The download of the 100 MB test file from Uptobox took about 6 minutes. For those who only want to download small files such as a film or a CD from time to time, the account with the multihoster may be sufficient. If you plan to download larger amounts of data, you should rather buy a premium account with Uptobox.
Update Linkifier 10.03.2020
We tested Uptobox again with the multihoster Linkifier and were able to reach the maximum speed of our internet line today. The download started immediately and the file was downloaded within a few seconds. We achieved an average download speed of 7 MB per second.
Linksnappy Premium Account (new)
We finally have a 250 Mbit internet line and were just able to download from Uptobox at a sensational 27 megabytes per second. For the test, we used a Linksnappy Premium account. Linksnappy is a multihoster and you can access many different filehosters and only pay a few dollars more per month.
Multihoster Linksnappy (old)
The download started immediately, but maybe we had a bad day. The download speed was very slow and we could only download from UptoBox at 120 kilobytes per second. For this, an account with the multihoster is not worthwhile and it is better to save the money. Of course, you have the advantage of no waiting time and no advertising, but the speed is simply too slow. We will repeat the test in a few days to get a meaningful result.
Update 2022: With a 50 MBit line I was able to download from UptoBox today at almost full speed. I used JDownloader 2 and the premium account of the multihoster Linksnappy.
Linksnappy Test 2
We tested the multihoster Linksnappy again and also got a much better result here. On 10.03.2020, we achieved a download speed of about 1,500 kilobytes per second. The value is quite OK and should be sufficient to quickly download films, small players or audio books.
Upload Test (old)
The upload of the 100 Mb test file went without problems. We used the Google Chrome browser and the upload manager on the UptoBox website. We were able to upload the file at maximum speed and the upload took about 5 minutes. Unfortunately, our relatively slow internet connection does not allow for more, which was the bottleneck in this case and the reason for the 1MB per second.
UPtoBox Upload Test (new)
I now finally have a faster internet line and can download at 200 Mbit and upload at up to 25 Mbit/s. Unfortunately, there were no advantages worth mentioning with UptoBox and I could only upload at 1 MB per second, just like in the old upload test.
UPtoBox free upload test
With the free Uptobox account, I was able to upload my file at high speed. The internet connection is much faster, but still it is the bottleneck.
Premium Account Advantages
The Uptobox Premium Account offers the typical advantages of a file hoster. You get maximum download speed and unlimited storage space. Of course, there is no annoying advertising and no waiting time. If you intend to use the service regularly, you cannot avoid buying a premium account.
The costs & prices
Uptobox is one of the cheaper filehosters on the market. The Premium Account for 30 costs only 5 €. If you download files often, you might want to buy an account for a longer period of time to save a few euros.
The payment methods Paypal, Bitcoin
Uptobox offers its users various payment methods. Unfortunately, payment by Paysafecard or Webmoney is not possible.
The payment options:
- Payment via Paypal
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by Depipass
- Payment by Bitcoin
- Payment via Altcoin
Support
Support at UptoBox is only available in English. Some problems are solved directly with a FAQ page. If you can't find a solution, you can write a ticket to the support team. There is also a Facebook page that seems to be relatively up-to-date. The last post is only 10 days old. There is also a Twitter account for Uptobox.com.
- FAQ page
- Support ticket
- Facebook page
- Twitter account
Field reports
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