Data Rate Converter

bps ⇄ Bps Bidirectional Converter

Data Rate Converter is a free online tool for converting data transfer rates between bits per second (bps) and Bytes per second (Bps). Essential for network engineering, internet speed calculations, and data transfer planning. Includes support for prefixes like Kbps, Mbps, Gbps, KBps, MBps, GBps.

How to Use

Using the Data Rate Converter is very simple:

Step 1: Enter Data Rate
Type the data rate value you want to convert (e.g., 100 Mbps or 12.5 MBps).
Step 2: Select Units
Choose the input unit (bps, Kbps, Mbps, Gbps) and target unit (Bps, KBps, MBps, GBps).
Step 3: View Results
The converted data rate will be displayed instantly. Both values are shown for easy reference.

All conversions are performed locally in your browser. Your data never leaves your computer.

Data Rate Converter Calculator

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Practical Use Cases for Data Rate Converter

Converting between bps and Bps is essential for understanding data transfer:

Network Planning

Design network infrastructure by converting bandwidth requirements. Calculate if your network can handle required data transfer rates.

Download Time Calculation

Calculate how long files will take to download. Convert file size (MB) and connection speed (Mbps) to determine transfer time.

Video Streaming Requirements

Determine bandwidth needed for video streaming. HD video requires ~5 Mbps, 4K needs ~25 Mbps. Convert to understand capacity.

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Understanding bps vs Bps

bps (bits per second) and Bps (Bytes per second) are both measures of data transfer rate, but they differ by a factor of 8 because 1 Byte = 8 bits.

What is bps (bits per second)?

bps measures how many individual bits are transferred per second. Internet and network speeds are typically advertised in bps, Kbps, Mbps, or Gbps. This is the standard for telecommunications.

What is Bps (Bytes per second)?

Bps measures how many Bytes (groups of 8 bits) transfer per second. File download speeds and data transfer rates in applications typically show Bps, KBps, MBps, or GBps.

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Conversion Formula

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the conversion formula?

Divide by 8 to convert bps to Bps (100 Mbps ÷ 8 = 12.5 MBps), or multiply by 8 to convert Bps to bps (10 MBps × 8 = 80 Mbps).

Why do ISPs use Mbps instead of MBps?

Mbps produces larger numbers (100 Mbps sounds better than 12.5 MBps), and it's the industry standard for network and telecommunications speeds.

Is my data safe?

Yes, absolutely. All conversions are performed in your browser using JavaScript. No data is sent to our servers.

What's the difference between KB and KiB?

KB (kilobyte) = 1000 bytes (decimal), KiB (kibibyte) = 1024 bytes (binary). For network speeds, we use 1000. For storage, sometimes 1024 is used.

How fast is 100 Mbps in real terms?

100 Mbps = 12.5 MBps = 12.5 MegaBytes per second. You could download a 100 MB file in about 8 seconds, or a 1 GB file in about 80 seconds.

Why is my download slower than my internet speed?

Your ISP speed (Mbps) is theoretical maximum. Actual download speed (MBps) is affected by server limits, network congestion, and overhead. Also remember to divide by 8.

What speed do I need for streaming?

HD (1080p) streaming needs ~5 Mbps, 4K needs ~25 Mbps, and 8K needs ~100 Mbps. These are minimum requirements; higher is better for multiple devices.

Is this tool free?

Yes, this tool is completely free to use with no registration or limits.