Key Takeaways
1. Starlink’s Roam plan data limit increased from 50 GB to 100 GB for $50 per month, with some locations offering it for $40.
2. The Starlink Mini dish is now being shipped for free to customers on the Standard plan tier.
3. The new Roam plan allows unlimited low-speed data (1 MBps) after reaching the 100 GB cap, supporting basic tasks.
4. Compared to the previous policy, users will no longer lose service after hitting the data limit; alerts will be provided at 80 GB and 100 GB.
5. Starlink’s unlimited plan is priced at $165 per month, making the Roam plan a more affordable option for casual travelers.
Starlink has announced that it will be increasing the data limit for its most affordable Roam plan, raising the monthly cap from 50 GB to 100 GB.
Details on the Roam Plan
This basic Roam plan is designed for users who only need occasional access and comes with the Starlink Mini dish, which is currently available at a discount on Amazon. The new 100 GB option will still cost $50 per month, but in certain locations, Starlink is offering it for just $40 per month, making it the lowest price for satellite internet at the moment.
Free Dish for Customers
Additionally, SpaceX has started shipping the Starlink Mini dish for free to customers on the Standard plan tier, providing them with a way to stay connected while traveling. With the increased data cap and the added Mini dish, the basic Roam plan is likely to attract more casual travelers, especially considering that the unlimited plan, which operates at full speed, is priced at a hefty $165 per month.
New Features After Data Cap
The new 100 GB Roam plan will also offer unlimited data even after reaching the cap, but at a reduced speed of 1 MBps. In comparison, the Starlink Mini dish can achieve download speeds of up to 100 Mbps. Starlink has a similar feature known as Standby Mode, which incurs a $5/month fee but allows for unlimited low-speed data while the dish is not in use. According to Starlink, if users go over the data limit on the Roam 100 GB plan, they will be switched to low-speed unlimited data. This low-speed service supports basic tasks like emails, calls, and texts, but activities needing higher speeds—such as streaming video or large downloads—will be restricted.
This update is a significant improvement compared to the previous policy, where service would be cut off after hitting the data limit, following warnings sent at 80% and 100% usage. With the new quasi-unlimited Roam plan, users will receive alerts at 80 GB and 100 GB of data use.
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