Starlink – mobile internet worldwide

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Updated – January 12, 2024

Anyone who relies on worldwide mobile internet has it Starlink, next to a conventional satellite connection, is currently the cheapest alternative, although not exactly affordable for everyone.

Pricing

While stationary operation with unlimited data volume currently costs 50 euros per month. Although it represents a moderate price, this increases almost fivefold to 230 euros as soon as you want to use it worldwide.

If you want optimal reception, you should opt for the fixed and easily mountable flat antenna for 2,843 euros. The self-aligning antenna for 299 euros also serves its purpose, but must always be set up before use and then dismantled again, including laying the cable to the router through an open window, roof hatch, etc.

When traveling at a slow speed of no more than 16 km/h, the Internet connection is maintained; beyond that, it is switched off, as reception while driving, on land and on water, requires a monthly tariff of between 239 euros (50 GB) and 4,713 Euro (4 TB) is called.

Power consumption

The power requirement of 75 - 100 W for the standard antenna, or 110 - 150 W (230 V AC) with the large, heatable (snow melting capacity 75 mm / h) flat antenna is also not to be underestimated. Not an issue in sunny areas and with sufficient installed PV capacity, on average, as well as in winter, especially in northern regions but possibly. more of a co-criterion

Data transfer rates

The real download and upload rates are up to 160 and around 40 MBit. Clouds, rain, atmospheric conditions can cause rates to drop dramatically, even if only for a short time. But on the whole it is Starlink a high-performance and reliable solution for all those who rely on mobile Internet for work and can therefore claim the sometimes high monthly amounts for tax purposes.