Starlink Internet: Plans, Prices and Hardware (Oct 2026)
Starlink Residential plans start at $55, $85 or $130 a month, with unlimited data. Compare October 2026 prices, Roam plans and equipment offers.
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Starlink is SpaceX's satellite internet service. It's an established commercial service. In the U.S., Residential plans cost $55/mo (100 Mbps), $85/mo (200 Mbps) or $130/mo (Residential Max, up to 400+ Mbps), all with unlimited data. The two cheaper plans are sold only in select areas. Travel (Roam) plans run $55 to $175/mo. Hardware pricing depends on your address, with no upfront hardware cost in select areas, and every order comes with a 30-day trial and a full refund if you're not satisfied.
Plans, prices, speeds and hardware are from starlink.com and the Starlink Help Center, checked October 8, 2026 (U.S. pages).
Starlink Residential Plans and Prices (October 2026)
All three Residential plans are for a fixed home address, include unlimited data and are month-to-month. Starlink doesn't sell every plan at every address. When you enter your address on starlink.com, it shows which plans you can order.
| Plan | Price | Download speed | Upload speed | What else you get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential 100 Mbps (select areas) | $55/mo | Capped at 100 Mbps | Varies by address and network conditions | Can be slower at peak hours than Max |
| Residential 200 Mbps (select areas) | $85/mo | Capped at 200 Mbps | Varies by address and network conditions | Gen 3 Wi-Fi 6 router, free professional installation |
| Residential Max | $130/mo | Up to 400+ Mbps; not guaranteed | Varies by address and network conditions | Highest network priority, Router 3, free professional installation, optional Starlink Mini kit for travel |
Source: starlink.com/us/residential and the Starlink Help Center article "What are the Residential plans?", checked October 8, 2026. Starlink lists these as starting prices. Taxes are extra.
What a year of Starlink service costs: our math
| Plan | Monthly | 12 months of service |
|---|---|---|
| Residential 100 Mbps | $55 | $660 |
| Residential 200 Mbps | $85 | $1,020 |
| Residential Max | $130 | $1,560 |
Our math as of October 8, 2026: monthly price × 12. It doesn't include hardware, shipping or taxes, and Starlink can change prices.
Starlink Roam (Travel) Plans
A Residential plan works only at its registered service address. To use Starlink while you travel, camp or boat, or at a second address, you need a Roam plan.
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Roam 100GB | $55/mo | Up to 300+ Mbps of high-speed data, then unlimited low-speed data. U.S. and Canada travel |
| Roam 300GB | $80/mo | Up to 300+ Mbps, then unlimited low-speed data. U.S. and Canada travel |
| Roam Unlimited | $175/mo | Unlimited high-speed data, with international travel in supported countries and territories, subject to travel limits |
Source: starlink.com/us/roam, checked October 8, 2026. Roam plans can be paused with Standby Mode for a small monthly fee.
Starlink Hardware: What's in the Box
Starlink offers several kits, including its newer Starlink V5. The equipment supplied depends on the offer at your address. Confirm the kit, router, cables and mounting accessories in your checkout details before ordering.
- Hardware price: it depends on your address and shows at checkout. Starlink advertises no upfront hardware cost in select areas.
- Trial: Starlink offers a 30-day trial with a full refund if you're not satisfied.
Source: starlink.com/us/specifications and Starlink Help Center articles on renting and the 12-Month Residential option, checked October 8, 2026.
What Has Changed Since Starlink's Beta
Older guides, including the earlier version of this page, described Starlink as a beta test with one flat price. That's out of date:
- No longer a test: Starlink sells commercial service in many countries and territories.
- Tiered prices: instead of one flat price, U.S. homes now choose a 100 Mbps, 200 Mbps or Max plan, and the cheaper plans are sold only where there's network capacity.
- Still unlimited data: every Residential plan includes unlimited data. The 100 and 200 Mbps plans cap download speeds and can slow during busy hours.
Is Starlink Worth It?
Starlink makes the most sense where cable, fiber and 5G home internet don't reach. Its satellites orbit much closer to Earth than traditional satellite internet, which usually means lower latency, so it's usually the first satellite option to check. It's also among the more expensive home internet options. Compare cable, fiber and 5G home internet at your address; they may cost less and offer faster service.
- Good fit: rural homes, farms and cabins without wired service, people who need dependable video calls, and RVers who can use a Roam plan.
- Maybe not: homes with affordable cable or fiber, and buyers who need the lowest possible monthly bill.
- Other satellite options: compare Viasat internet and Hughesnet internet. For state-level examples, see how internet looks in rural Iowa.
How to Get Starlink
- Enter your address on starlink.com to see which Residential plans and hardware offers are available.
- Pick a plan. The 100 and 200 Mbps plans only appear where Starlink sells them.
- Set up the kit yourself, or use the free professional installation that comes with the 200 Mbps and Max plans.
- Run a speed test during your 30-day trial to make sure the service works for your home.
Want to compare Starlink with the cable, fiber and 5G options at your address first? Use our internet provider comparison or call 1-855-690-9884.
Starlink FAQs
How much is Starlink per month in 2026?
In the U.S., Residential plans are $55/mo (100 Mbps), $85/mo (200 Mbps) or $130/mo (Residential Max), and Roam plans are $55, $80 or $175/mo, as of October 8, 2026. The 100 and 200 Mbps plans are sold only in select areas.
Does Starlink have data caps?
No. All Residential plans include unlimited data. Roam 100GB and 300GB give you that much high-speed data and then unlimited low-speed data, while Roam Unlimited has unlimited high-speed data.
Is Starlink still in beta?
No. Starlink is an established commercial satellite internet service. Availability depends on your country and address.
Can I take my home Starlink on vacation?
Not on a Residential plan, which works only at your registered address. You need a Roam plan. Residential Max customers can add an optional Starlink Mini kit with discounted Roam plans.