Starlink charges $10 monthly hardware fee in move away from one-time purchases

Starlink charges $10 monthly hardware fee in move away from one-time purchases Starlink has transitioned to a $10 monthly rental fee for its hardware, moving away from its previous one-time purchase model for residential service. This rental fee is in addition to recent price hikes for internet service tiers. Customers who rent hardware cannot pause their service, and purchasing the kit is still an option, though it may involve creating a support ticket or buying from retailers.

• Starlink now charges a $10 monthly rental fee for hardware, previously sold for a one-time cost.
• This fee is in addition to recent internet service price increases of $5 to $10 per month.
• Hardware rental is available in select countries for Residential service plans and prevents service pausing.
• Customers can still purchase hardware, either by switching from rental via a support ticket or by buying from retailers.
• Starlink’s hardware pricing has varied significantly since its 2020 launch, including promotional offers and regional adjustments. Continue reading https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/06/starlink-takes-page-from-cable-firms-with-10-monthly-rental-fee-for-hardware/