Starlink charges $10 monthly hardware fee in move away from one-time purchases
Summary
Starlink has started charging customers a $10 monthly rental fee for its hardware instead of selling it for a one-time price. This fee is added to monthly internet service costs, and the change currently applies to new customers in several countries.Key Facts
- Starlink now charges a $10 monthly rental fee for hardware, including the satellite terminal and router.
- Customers no longer pay an upfront hardware cost when ordering, but pay monthly rental fees.
- Internet service prices recently increased by $5 to $10 per month, with plans offering speeds from 100Mbps to 400Mbps.
- Professional installation costs $199 one time, but is free with the Max plan subscription.
- The rental fee program is available in select countries like the US, Canada, UK, France, Australia, and Mexico.
- Customers renting hardware cannot pause their service, but may switch to purchasing the hardware by contacting support.
- Previously, Starlink charged upfront hardware fees ranging from $299 to $599 depending on region and time.
- Buying hardware from retailers can be cheaper over time than paying the rental fee.
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