Starlink Introduces $30 Residential Lite Unlimited Package. Here’s What You Need To Know

Starlink Residential Lite

Starlink today introduced a new package called Residential Lite. The package is similar to Mini in that it’s $30 unlimited internet for a month. Unlike Starlink Mini though, you can subscribe to it even with your Standard kit.

There’s another change too; Those buying the Starlink Mini kit, can now subscribe for the $50 Standard monthly package.

The last change introduced today is the expansion of features on the Roam package, and we already covered that here.

Effectively reducing the price

These changes are really about flexibility more than anything else. That flexibility gives people options, especially those that have kits already. If you have the Standard Kit, this is essentially a subscription price reduction. Before the change, a Standard kit customer could only subscribe to the $50 a month package.

It increases the competitive pressure on incumbents. Not only does Starlink have global coverage, it’s effectively now $30 a month for unlimited internet with speeds up to 100Mbps. It’s quite significant.

Compare that for example to the recently launched Econet SmartBiz packages whose lowest priced offer is $45 unlimited internet with 5Mbps speeds, and a soft FUP cap of 1TB. There’s no way Econet’s offer is the better deal, unless someone doesn’t have the $350 or $200 to pay for the kit.

A few people have asked us what the difference between the two packages is. We covered a bit on Starlink Mini in a separate article here.

The key difference is that Residential and Mini customers are not prioritised ahead of Standard package customers during times of congestion. This is what the “unlimited deprioritised data” in the service tag means.

And what exactly would cause congestion? Say the Zimbabwe Warriors are playing Nigeria and the game is being streamed online by lots of Starlink users. This would cause congestion. It’s the equivalent of too many cars trying to use a single road, resulting in a traffic jam. During such times, Starlink will prioritise giving more internet to the Standard package customers ahead of the Residential ones.

In practice however, the fact that Starlink is offering this package, means they have significant capacity to handle the traffic. And remember, they are offering this Residential Lite at up to 20 times the speed of the Econet SmartBiz offer.

What realistic speeds will I get with Starlink Residential Lite

Expect any speed between 20Mbps and 100Mbps.

With 20Mbps speed you can download:
– a 10 song music album within 25 seconds.
– a high definition movie within 10 minutes.
– a 25 megabytes pdf book in about 10 seconds

Can I stream videos (YouTube, Netflix, Goojara, Showmax etc…) with Residential Lite?

Yes.
To stream video online in high definition, you needs about 5Mbps.
Netflix says just 3Mbps
YouTube says 2.5Mbps
Say, your Residential Lite is at 20Mbps, that means you can watch YouTube on more than 5 screens at the same time.

Which one do you recommend I get? Residential Lite or Residential Standard?

Lite.
You can always upgrade if you find it’s not enough for your needs

What is the maximum number of people that can use Residential Lite at the same time?

It depends on what they are using it for.
If watching video, maybe 5 or a little more.
If just doing research, emails, work than you can fit in even 15 to 20 people at once.

How can I buy this package?

Get a prepaid Visa or Mastercard, Omari, or EcoCash Virtual Debit card.
Load it up with about $300 then go to starlink.com.

You will use about $260 (including IMTT tax etc…) to buy the Stalink Mini Kit and shipping costs
You will then use the rest to pay for a single month of Residential Lite

Can I get Residential Lite with the Standard Kit

Yes

Comments

146 responses

  1. Maurice Mabika Avatar
    Maurice Mabika

    Great

    1. Joel Coronel Avatar
      Joel Coronel

      Available now in Philippines?

      1. Donald W Avatar
        Donald W

        I’d like to know this also

      2. Samuel Zvimba Avatar
        Samuel Zvimba

        Would like to have this internet connection at my resident

        1. Edward Dixon Avatar
          Edward Dixon

          Would lije to purchase one for my home in Jamaica as l realize it is in Jamaica..fill me in on the necessary information

  2. Terrie🙏 Avatar
    Terrie🙏

    Awesome

  3.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    If you bought starlink in Mozambique and activated on roaming in Zimbabwe. When can you change your address and residential monthly package to your Zim address?

    1. Jeey Avatar
      Jeey

      You can transfer the kit and register it locally

      1. Puro Avatar
        Puro

        Say goodbye to econet we have suffered enough …data was very expensive

  4.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Huchi Baba

    1. Samuel Zvimba Avatar
      Samuel Zvimba

      Would like to have this internet connection at my resident

  5. Mhofela Avatar
    Mhofela

    This is awesome, competition on prices with other Service Providers will benefit us the consumers..

    1. DR CHAORA Avatar
      DR CHAORA

      Dr Chaora I need residential lite
      Can I use here in Harare and also carry it with me to my rural areas?

    2.  Avatar
      Anonymous

      That’s good news to everyone who uses internet the world should be competitive

  6. Wicklow Avatar
    Wicklow

    Starlink Huchi!!!!!

  7.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Makapenga guys

  8. Anonymous Avatar
    Anonymous

    Musk ngaarembe akabvanya ipapo kana kutodzikisa futi

    1. Anonymous Avatar
      Anonymous

      Akadzvanya*

      1. Ndini uya uya Avatar
        Ndini uya uya

        Stalink iCremora

        1. Munyaradzi Avatar
          Munyaradzi

          Ayewa Everyday chibaba

          1. Sparks Mawaya Avatar
            Sparks Mawaya

            Mayaz! Condensed milk!

    2. Simon Avatar
      Simon

      In Mozambique it was 41000MT about 640usd now dropped to 22 000MT 340MT. This guy making internet affordable

  9. Tawanda Avatar
    Tawanda

    Starlink iSugar

  10. Adolf Breytenbach Avatar
    Adolf Breytenbach

    Can I get it in Cape Town South Africa?

    1. Peter Myambo Avatar
      Peter Myambo

      You can’t but you can at the same time . Bcz in Cape it’s not yet allowed.
      So you have to register it using Zim address then put it on roaming , you will be charged more for that 😉 👍.
      But the disadvantage is that if by a click of a finger the SA government asks Musk to switch off , it will be switched off anytime.

      1. Sikoe Avatar
        Sikoe

        Best information recieved so far, thank you

  11. Austin Avatar
    Austin

    Can i buy from nigeria ,and how

    1. Masowe Avatar
      Masowe

      Nigeria will never have starlink yall are a threat to cyber security. Lmao

      1.  Avatar
        Anonymous

        You’re stupid!

        1. RealNaija Avatar
          RealNaija

          Funny Nigeria has been using Starlink for more than 2years now.. Welcome to the internet bruv, how were you coping previously?

      2. K.C Avatar
        K.C

        Kkkkkkkkkk like wtf

  12. Batsirai Kurudza Avatar
    Batsirai Kurudza

    Where to buy the kit?

  13. Mazhero Avatar
    Mazhero

    Huchi baba 🎉🎊👌

  14. Munyaradzi Avatar
    Munyaradzi

    Quick question: How much ping can I get from the starlink mini when playing a fast-paced game such as COD Warzone on my Ps5 and how long does it take to download a game like Red Dead Redemption 2.

    1. Amahad Avatar
      Amahad

      Bruh 😂

    2. Dee Bee Avatar
      Dee Bee

      Assuming your Internet speed is let’s say a 160 Mbps, and RDR2 is about 120 GB, your download would take about 1hr 42mins.

      1. MMN Avatar
        MMN

        Yes Right but Technical Incorrect. A lot of things contribute towards download time…e.g Latency…and Startlink happens to have high latency ranges 20-50ms theoretically and higher that practically, and that can be a big issue for gamers…higher latency = more lags…

    3. Masowe Avatar
      Masowe

      Im buying mines this monthed and a ps5 pro soley to play gta 6

  15. ND Avatar
    ND

    Hello there, I’m a telecoms technician. Anyone who knows how I can register and be an accredited Starlink Installer. Kindly advise..

    1. George Avatar
      George

      Starlink is a plug and play unit doesn’t need a rocket scientist to install

  16. Samuel Avatar
    Samuel

    What if i want to take starlink and pit in my restaurant as unlimited ahich parkage can i take

  17. Emmanuel mwirigi Avatar
    Emmanuel mwirigi

    emmanuelmwirigi@gmail.com

    I request to be your agent in Kenya

    1. Mario Avatar
      Mario

      Starlink doesn’t work thru agents. They deal directly with the customers!

  18. jojo matambanadzo Avatar
    jojo matambanadzo

    very informative and helpful. thank you this is a great deal

  19.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Is this offer available in Canada?

    1. Mario Avatar
      Mario

      It is for Zimbabwe. Rich countries have to pay more but I don’t know exactly the prices for Canada. Do a Google search for “Canada StarLink”…

  20. Fuji Avatar
    Fuji

    $30 bucks a month 😲
    This is becoming one sweet temptation that is just too hard to resist 🤭

    1. Fuji Avatar
      Fuji

      These prices actually make a lot of sense. It’s Americans 🇺🇸, the actual owners of the US$ Dollar 💵, who are pricing the packages. They know the real value of their money and are not over charging as is the norm in Zimbabwe 🇿🇼. Well done Elon Musk, well done SpaceX, well done Starlink 🌟.

      1. Comos Avatar
        Comos

        Elon Musk is a South African born , Canadian citizen, living in the US

        1. Fuji Avatar
          Fuji

          The whole world knows that. You are missing the point, which is that Starlink is a subsidiary of SpaceX, an American 🇺🇸 company. Make sure that your brain is engaged before you put your mouth in gear!!!!!

        2. Fuji Avatar
          Fuji

          An get your facts right before commenting. Elon Musk is also a citizen of the United States 🇺🇸. He is an American 🇺🇸.

  21. Jason misseri Avatar
    Jason misseri

    Can we get the lite in canada? I already have the normal equipment

  22. S Avatar
    S

    Can i buy starlink in canada for a residence in philippines?

  23. Last Avatar
    Last

    How long does it take to receive the kit in Gweru or Mutare

  24. Angie Avatar
    Angie

    Can 1 person be gaming and 2-3 others be able to stream Netflix and such without lagging?

    1. The Real Mc Avatar
      The Real Mc

      Buy it and find out

  25. comfort Chidimu Avatar
    comfort Chidimu

    Thanks to protraz for allowing this company to operate in this country.Old players had been protected from competition for too long to the the detriment of the consuming public.

  26. Ali Avatar
    Ali

    We’re do you buy in Nairobi

  27. Frank Avatar
    Frank

    This is clear explanation. Thumbs up

  28. Bule Avatar
    Bule

    Mini hardware is not yet available on their website.

  29. Bra Hunter Avatar
    Bra Hunter

    Good package and good offer. Can a 12v solar system power this mini kit?

  30. 👣 Avatar
    👣

    How much does roaming cost on mini kit or lite package?

  31. Lambert Chinhamu Avatar
    Lambert Chinhamu

    How much is the hardware for residential lite

  32. TMung Avatar
    TMung

    This is good news l like this

  33. Shadie Avatar
    Shadie

    U are most welcome starlink

  34. El zBarbaro Avatar
    El zBarbaro

    Where can i sign up

  35. Isdo Avatar
    Isdo

    Imwe ino chohwa chohwa chete

  36. Manny Avatar
    Manny

    It would be nice if the article said if this is available worldwide or only on certain countries

  37. Petronilla Avatar
    Petronilla

    Thank you for the information. Well explained in layman’s terms

  38. yordani arcia Avatar
    yordani arcia

    can i use starling intenet in cuba

  39. Zaç Avatar
    Zaç

    This is so amazing. We really need fast and affordable internet services in Zimbabwe. More service providers more efficiency.

  40. Tinomutenda Madhuro Avatar
    Tinomutenda Madhuro

    Moment to thank Techzim on these articles. Well done

  41. Paida Avatar
    Paida

    I’m interested in Bulawayo.but it seems I buy package online, who does the connections for me at home ?Do I do it myself? I stl need to understand how it works

    1. VeroTech Avatar
      VeroTech

      You can do it yourself Paid … just download a YouTube video and you are good to go

  42. Karongo Mbui Avatar
    Karongo Mbui

    Can I pay for the kit in installments

  43. TechVibe Avatar
    TechVibe

    What about duty… Are these kits liable for Zimra duty upon entry when you buy online?

    1. VeroTech Avatar
      VeroTech

      Starlink got your back

  44. Mutatiri Avatar
    Mutatiri

    Zvakarongeka

    1. Lawrence Avatar
      Lawrence

      Looks like the lite packege is not yet available on their site

  45. Robert Avatar
    Robert

    What is the profile of the regular customer of Mini?

  46. Mike Avatar
    Mike

    This is awesome. We need starlink network to expand to places like Chiredzi.

  47. Mike Avatar
    Mike

    We need starlink network to expand to places like Chiredzi.

  48. Priscilla Mashinge Avatar
    Priscilla Mashinge

    Starlink previously said $223 is enough for the kit now it’s written $260.Does it means yh price has gone up or something? Please make me understand there

  49. Nattybee Avatar
    Nattybee

    What if l buy this starlink while lm in South Africa,how should l go about it when l want to use it back in Zimbabwe?and also does it need to be installed or what..!is it possible to buy it in SA joburg?

    1. Comos Avatar
      Comos

      Cheaper in Zim

    2.  Avatar
      Anonymous

      Buy the Roam kit

  50.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Im glad Zimbabwe yawana an opportunity to use star link. Now all telecommunication companies ari muZim akufana kuWorker towards competing nestarlink(or even dng better than that) or else mamwe achavharwa kkk . At least Econet is trying its best to provide fast internet , they just have to figure out a way yekusangana pakati nemaClients panyaya dzemaTerrifs avo and the kits.

  51. TERRY Avatar
    TERRY

    U.S. Virgin Island eligible? Is there a trial period for the residential lite? Is there a fee to switch?

  52. Paullne DoodnUth Avatar
    Paullne DoodnUth

    I am from Guyana, South America. I really need need to buy one of the Starlink Package for myself. I am from the Interior where there is no network. People have this system there but are reluctant to give any information of how I can acquire one. Can you please give some advice e on this?

    1. Pauline Doodnauh Avatar
      Pauline Doodnauh

      I really feel this system works very good in the interior.I have about 16 workers who have to travel about 3 miles to contact their families around the country.If only I could acquire this mode of communication, it will be of great help.

      1. Pauline Foodnauth Avatar
        Pauline Foodnauth

        I will prefer to take the Residential/Lite Kit

        1. Pauline Doodnauth Avatar
          Pauline Doodnauth

          What do you mean?

  53. Derrick Akrofi Avatar
    Derrick Akrofi

    what is the minimum feet area can I install my starlink

  54. Tech_God Avatar
    Tech_God

    At my camp I have a regular Starlink that I’ve now put on reduced service so I can shut it down during off months. I also have a Starlink at my house that I keep on a regular service, I am a technician by trade and know enough about how Starlink and data transfers work to comment on this. So first off reduced data is always below 20mbps and from what I can tell you get your speed instantly reduced at around 5pm in preparation for the heavier load Starlink will experience, your sped is not reduced slowly as the demand increases. Now for usage with streaming shows, I saw you wrote that you could download a movie in blah blah minutes and that’s true if you are the type to download a movie and then watch it play locally on your pc (I do this myself but we are about 2% of the people out there using Starlink.. Everyone streams from a streaming service and by default your streaming service app is going to stream at 4k or at least 1080 and that will use up 8mbps to 20 Mbps depending on which service you are using and on what type of hardware.. If you intend to share a 20 Mbps service you will need to go into the settings on every device that’s going to connect and manually set the resolution to 720 30 frames per second for all streaming services including YouTube to achieve the speeds you mention. While sharing the 20 Mbps what happens in real life is you have 4 or 5 devices attached with people doing different things and then someone decides they want to watch a quick video on YouTube and then it’s nothing but buffering for everyone.. The best fix at this point is to no longer use your free Starlink router and upgrade to something that will allow you to throttle everyone connected and cap them out at an equal speed. This will cost you money and you’re going to have to learn how to do this.. So if you need to share your internet connection with multiple people and there’s going to be streaming or game playing involved then save yourself the hassle and just get the regular service because it’s just going to save you the headaches and the eventual giving in later and upgrading.. If you want to experience what Starlink can do then don’t throttle yourself

  55. Darrell Avatar
    Darrell

    Is it possible to get seasonal plans in Canada. Do not need the service for 5 months of the year.

    1. Patrick Avatar
      Patrick

      You can pause your subscription when you don’t need it.

  56. George Sammut Avatar
    George Sammut

    Interesting if it’s good I know a lot of people that listen to my research.

  57. Godswill Avatar
    Godswill

    Where do I get it in Nigeria?

  58. Juan Camilo Montoya AKA/Ca$hmilo Avatar
    Juan Camilo Montoya AKA/Ca$hmilo

    I like it already, book one for me.

  59. Lu Avatar
    Lu

    Where is the starlink kit being sold?

  60. Lu Avatar
    Lu

    Where is the starlink kit being sold?
    Bulawayo Zimbabwe

  61. Ephraim Ncube Mr Avatar
    Ephraim Ncube Mr

    It is good starlink is finally here.
    Where do i get this visa master to load it with $300

  62. Ray K Avatar
    Ray K

    Can I switch my service between USA and Greece?

  63. Joseph Chitambwe Avatar
    Joseph Chitambwe

    Kkkkkķk this is a rescue in the dip jungle full of all predators of all kinds you can think of.
    This is God’s plan keep it up it’s a well done job well received with two hands in Africa 🌍.

    Publish my massage and name the world to see how grateful we are.

  64. nolan maruma Avatar
    nolan maruma

    Can I migrate my Starlink from Malawi to Zimbabwe

  65. Garry Avatar
    Garry

    Are these prices US or Can$ I’m very interested cause I have a fire stick. Sounds like it would work for it.

  66. Alois Rwambiwa Avatar
    Alois Rwambiwa

    This development was long overdue. The packages are amazing.

  67. Emmanuel odame Avatar
    Emmanuel odame

    Hello can i use starlink mini in ghana west africa?

  68. Shingirai Moses Avatar
    Shingirai Moses

    Econet must match up to this competition for local clients to be able to support local businesses.

  69. Shingirai Moses Avatar
    Shingirai Moses

    Econet must match up to this competition for local clients to be able to support local businesses.

  70. Jopestkil Kenya Avatar
    Jopestkil Kenya
    1. Ajibola Oluwafemi Avatar
      Ajibola Oluwafemi

      We help in buying and installation of starlink in different locations inside Lagos Nigeria. Also buy and dispatch across west Africa borders. Call +2347069437417 for more information

  71.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    We are eagerly waiting for your next offers

  72. Clark Avatar
    Clark

    Can I use starlink in Namibia?

  73. Luke Avatar
    Luke

    I don’t see this option here in Canada

  74. Wanyama F.W Avatar
    Wanyama F.W

    Taking too long to hid supermarkets in Kenya 🇰🇪. I’m waiting. Also convert to Kenya shillings

  75. Gabriel Ongeri Avatar
    Gabriel Ongeri

    Starlink network the 👌

  76. Aaron Avatar
    Aaron

    My email is aaronmutua093@gmail.com sent more in here iwill appreciate

  77. Jane Avatar
    Jane

    0774739101

  78. Hosea kosgei Avatar
    Hosea kosgei

    Effectively reducing the price

  79. Shelonce Natasha Francis Avatar
    Shelonce Natasha Francis

    Do you have sim cards for mobile use how much and how much data lowest price

  80. Jean Michel Avatar
    Jean Michel

    A. I get the service for 6 months at a time ? What is the cost in Canada ?

  81. Dion Avatar
    Dion

    How much does it cost to install the antener

  82. Griffin Machachu Avatar
    Griffin Machachu

    I need to join the group

  83. Gerry Avatar
    Gerry

    A move in the direction of my budget.

  84. Wilfred Avatar
    Wilfred

    Which countries is the package available?

  85. Thomas Avatar
    Thomas

    You are a star thank you so much for the information

  86. Abdigani Jama Avatar
    Abdigani Jama

    Do you have Somalia coverage?

  87. Shacks Avatar
    Shacks

    Can it be bought in like Asia then use it in Africa?

  88. Tabiso Ndondo Avatar
    Tabiso Ndondo

    Great , makeke

  89. Mathias Magodoro Avatar
    Mathias Magodoro

    This is worth trying

  90. Clifford Chiparausha Avatar
    Clifford Chiparausha

    Streaming Tv 12 hours a day , how much data will I use.

  91. John james nel Avatar
    John james nel

    John james Nel

  92. Paul C. Metieh Avatar
    Paul C. Metieh

    Sounds just like what I need.

  93. Doms.2410@gmail.com Avatar
    Doms.2410@gmail.com

    Any possibilities for South Africa

  94. Lloyd Munuwa Avatar
    Lloyd Munuwa

    Love it

  95. Rick Weippert Avatar
    Rick Weippert

    Lower the RV package

  96. Nengarenga Avatar
    Nengarenga

    Where do I get this star link projector

  97. Robert Avatar
    Robert

    What am I paying $150 a month for?

  98. Lewis Desmond Avatar
    Lewis Desmond

    Iwould like to purchase one for my home in Jamaica as l realize it is in Jamaica..fill me in on the necessary information

    Reply

  99. Scott Newcombe Avatar
    Scott Newcombe

    I want one

  100.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Is it’s a mobile device or I only use when home.

  101.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Need residential lite inZimbabwe

  102. Nc Avatar
    Nc

    What happens if one skips subscriptions or spends some time without using the kits even after first or second use?

  103. Bernard Avatar
    Bernard

    I need min package of $30 be connected to residential home.

    I don’t know if all the payments are being done here in South Africa but service being provided in Zimbabwe.

    Thank you

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