Starlink just knocked down the price of its satellite dish for new customers, easing access to its satellite internet even further. The Starlink satellite dish is down to just $175 (was $349) — a huge discount making it so much more affordable for people trying it out.
Best of all, this Starlink discount is for first time customers only — and it doesn’t matter where they are based, which is different from previous promotions that were limited to certain regions. In addition to the drop in equipment price, Starlink is still charging its customers for what it considers its regular internet plan — $120/month. Together, these offerings make-Starlink more competitive and affordable for individuals and families living in rural and remote places.
Starlink has been a godsend for those feeling there limited opportunity for internet. A recent report from Ookla indicates 105Mbps down and 15Mbps up median speeds for the service. These speeds are sufficient for most tasks performed online, but they still remain just shy of the FCC-connected definition of broadband. Due to the amount of households each satellite can serve — roughly 6.66 households per square mile before speeds begin to falter — network congestion can affect Starlink performance as well.
Even with all of these improvements, Starlink is still only recommended as a last-resort choice if you have no access to cable or fiber internet. In fact, the speed, price, and stability of traditional wired connections generally outpaces that of satellite internet. However, for many folks in rural areas where options are scarce, Starlink’s latest satellite dish deal represents a shot at lower-cost, dependable internet.
Starlink has not said how long this equipment deal will be around for, so new customers will want to jump quickly. This $175 discount — the lowest we’ve seen ever — might not last for long as past promos have typically lasted a few months.
If you want to see whether Starlink may be available in your area right now, head over to the FCC’s broadband map and compare the availability of other providers to see which one will give your home the best internet connection.
FAQ
Starlink nows cost $175 per standard satellite dish for new customers.
Are Starlink speeds adequate? > A: Indeed, Starlink boasts median speeds of 105Mbps down and 15Mbps whenever up, plenty of bandwidth for most household internet usage, Q. Does Starlink have unlimited data?
Yes, this offer is open to new customers and Starlink customers throughout the country.
The length is undefined, but previous deals have extended for months.
The faster and cheaper option is usually a cable or fiber connections. Starlink is ideal for alternatives where these options are not available.
