What is Starlink Residential Lite?
Starlink Residential Lite is a more affordable option for smaller households and users with lower internet needs. It provides unlimited deprioritized data at a fixed location for $99 per month. While speeds may be lower during peak usage times compared to the standard Residential plan, it still offers reliable satellite internet service.
How does Residential Lite differ from the standard Residential plan?
- Residential Lite ($99/month): Unlimited deprioritized data at a fixed location. Speeds may be lower during peak hours.
- Residential Standard ($139/month): Unlimited data at the maximum available speeds with prioritized network access.
What kind of speeds can I expect with Residential Lite?
Speeds will vary depending on network congestion. During peak hours, performance may be lower than the standard Residential plan due to deprioritized data. However, outside of peak times, you can still experience fast and reliable internet.
Can I use Residential Lite for gaming or streaming?
Yes, you can stream, game, and browse the web with Residential Lite. However, during peak usage times, speeds may slow down, which could impact activities like online gaming and 4K streaming.
Is there a data cap on Residential Lite?
No, the plan includes unlimited deprioritized data, meaning there are no hard data caps. However, performance may be affected if the network is congested.
Can I upgrade from Residential Lite to the standard Residential plan?
Yes, you can switch from Residential Lite to the standard $139 Residential plan at any time for higher-priority speeds.
Is the hardware different for Residential Lite?
No, Residential Lite uses the same Starlink Standard Kit as the standard Residential plan. The hardware costs $549 RRP plus $34 delivery.
Can I take my Residential Lite service on the road?
No, Residential Lite is designed for fixed-location use only. If you need mobility, you’ll need a Starlink Roaming plan, which allows you to use your connection anywhere.
How do I sign up for Starlink Residential Lite?
You can check availability and order the Residential Lite plan directly from the official Starlink website.
