What is the cost of Starlink hardware?

Here's the English translation:

Regarding Starlink hardware costs, it really depends on your location and the plan you choose; prices are not uniform globally. Let me give you a general overview.

1. Standard Residential Hardware

This is the most common version, chosen by the vast majority of home users.

• Base Price: In the United States, this equipment set costs $599 USD. You can use this price as a reference baseline.
• Regional Differences: This price fluctuates in different countries and regions. There are several main reasons for this:
  • Tariffs and Import Duties: Different countries have varying taxes, leading to different final prices.
  • Promotional Activities: Starlink sometimes offers hardware discounts to promote in new markets. For example, in some European countries, the hardware price might drop to 450 Euros or even lower.
  • Pricing Strategy: The official pricing strategy adjusts based on local economic levels and market conditions.

Therefore, if you purchase outside mainland China, the final price might be higher or lower than $599 USD.

2. High Performance Hardware

This is designed for businesses, professionals, or "power users" with extremely high network demands.

• Price: This equipment set is much more expensive, costing approximately $2,500 USD.
• Differences: It features a larger antenna, stronger signal reception capabilities, and performs more stably in adverse weather conditions (such as heavy rain or snow). It also delivers faster internet speeds. It's generally unnecessary for typical home use.

What's Included in the Hardware Fee?

The one-time hardware fee you pay covers a complete set of equipment, ready to use out of the box, including:

• Satellite Dish: Commonly referred to as the "dish," technically a phased array antenna.
• Wi-Fi Router: Responsible for converting the satellite signal into your home's Wi-Fi signal.
• Mount: The stand used to secure the antenna.
• Cables: Power and data cables connecting the antenna and router.

Important Reminder: Hardware Fee and Monthly Fee Are Separate!

The hundreds or thousands of dollars mentioned above are only the one-time cost to purchase the equipment.

After buying the equipment, you will also need to pay a monthly service fee to actually get online. This monthly fee also varies by region and plan type (Residential, Roam, Priority, etc.), ranging from $90 USD to several hundred dollars per month.

How to Check the Exact Price for Your Region?

The most reliable method is to directly visit the official Starlink website.

1. Go to the official website.
2. On the homepage, enter the detailed address where you wish to install the service.
3. The website system will automatically calculate the exact hardware cost, monthly service fee, and any potential shipping and taxes for your specific location.

Since prices can change at any time, the information displayed on the official website is always the most accurate.