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Starlink Mini $399 (RRP $599) + Service Plan (Min $8.50/Month for Standby Plan) @ Starlink

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Starlink Mini $399 (RRP $599) + Service Plan (Min $8.50/Month for Standby Plan) @ Starlink
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geekcohen on 14/02/2026 - 14:00 starlink.com (2815 clicks)

You can run Starlink Mini on Residential, but it seems silly since it has the Router/WiFi built in so you would need more coverage etc (it does have an ethernet port).

Starlink Mini is best for roaming and travel. It can run on 12-48V systems and USB-C PD power sources. I run mine through cigarette USB-C on a 36Ah Kings Battery or via Anderson to Starlink Mini. You can get adaptors for batteries like Ryobi, Dewalt etc. I've used a Ryobi one with a adaptor to Ozito.

Starlink Mini Roaming Speeds are a little slower compared to say a Standard Starlink Gen 3 Kit, but still plenty fast enough. You can view roaming speedtests here, it is on a Gen 3 Standard Kit though. But provides estimates. This speed test was run now running off the 12v 36Ah battery pack, not aligned in my magnetic mount on top of a box at Flemington Racecourse (VIC).

When you are not using it, either cancel or put into Standby Mode ($8.50 AUD per month).

Not as cheap as the $299 Deal but still cheaper than $599.

Officeworks and Bunnings are @ $397 and Harvery Norman @ $398.

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    • FXx on 14/02/2026 - 16:26
      +6

      Deranged

    • Kanjus on 14/02/2026 - 22:10
      +2

      Please, Carol

    • Mums Poop Sock on 14/02/2026 - 18:51
      +6

      Much cheaper and and more functional than using a Celfi for getting internet out bush

  • kungfuman on 14/02/2026 - 14:12

    apparently Letters of the alphabet can talk lol isn't that right Z? LOL very creative name lol

  • bargaino on 14/02/2026 - 14:23
    +4

    $1295 "demand surcharge" in Perth :-(
    edit: does not apply to the roaming plan, just standard

    • prodrome on 14/02/2026 - 14:42
      +3

      Just get NBN 2 gb/s fibre instead

    • kungfuman on 14/02/2026 - 14:54

      I use Starlink a lot coming back from UAE most time it’s Qatar airways business class the Starlink is so good 250mbps downloads in flight

      • Be careful on 14/02/2026 - 15:24
        +6

        Do u aim the antenna out the plane window?

        • banana365 on 14/02/2026 - 15:57
          +5

          They're using the Starlink on the top of the plane.

          • itshammer on 15/02/2026 - 04:54

            @banana365: Do they have to climb out mid flight to put it up? Tom Cruise?

        • kungfuman on 15/02/2026 - 08:58

          better than have it intergrated on the plane.

      • spaceflight on 14/02/2026 - 15:58
        +7

        most time it’s Qatar airways business class the Starlink

        Nice brag but it's available in economy too.

        • Spendmore on 14/02/2026 - 17:28
          +2

          Hardly a brag having to go to the UAE, business class isnt much compensation.

        • kungfuman on 15/02/2026 - 08:59

          yep its avaliabe all class for free and depending on the plane though the new aubus 777 will be the only ones with the 250mbps speeds though. I would avoid the old A380s the speeds are terriable.

  • Cyan Farm on 14/02/2026 - 14:25
    +14

    Love star link, have it at my farm and soon will get at my house in adelaide foothills, sick of Telstra’s excuses

    • spaceflight on 14/02/2026 - 15:58

      What about an NBN provider that isn't Telstra

      • geekcohen on 14/02/2026 - 17:14
        +4

        Regardless of provider, sometimes the NBN technology just isn't great (like Fixed Wireless) and no matter the provider, it will not make any difference.

        • tessel on 14/02/2026 - 20:51
          +1

          Fixed wireless isnt that bad. I had it 7 or so years ago and from what I understand it's improved a lot since then. Regardless, back when I had it no problems at all. I would definitely choose FW over starlink for home use. If someone has FW or FTTN I don't understand the need for starlink. Yes, if remote and only option starlink then I understand.

          • Twix on 14/02/2026 - 22:22

            @tessel: nbn Fixed Wireless can reach speeds of around 100-600Mbps download and 10-50Mbps upload.

            I know someone that gets around 90/4 on nbn Fixed Wireless and Starlink 380/40. Big difference there.

            The majority of nbn FTTN/FTTC can change to FTTP with speeds up to 2000/500.

        • Twix on 14/02/2026 - 22:53
          +2

          Yeah Starlink can be better for some users.

          Changing the provider can make a difference. Example: TPG sells 50/20 as their highest nbn FW plan. Leaptel sells 400/40 on nbn FW 5G mmwave if you are nearby a tower.

  • Spendmore on 14/02/2026 - 14:28
    +4

    Its great, did a 14hr drive and the kids had entertainment all the way, it was quite remote too so having the ability to phone and organise help if needed was reassuring.

  • ozskeptic on 14/02/2026 - 14:30
    +1

    $397 at Bunnings and Officeworks as well.

  • Donmega123 on 14/02/2026 - 14:32

    I'm going on holiday will this work in Iran?

    • dylanando on 14/02/2026 - 14:33
      +22

      I think that will be the least of your concerns

      • edfoo on 14/02/2026 - 15:21

        He might be a member of some secret special force about to invade Iran.

    • alexGoodwin on 14/02/2026 - 14:38

      NK is probability safer currently… XD

    • pointnlarf on 14/02/2026 - 14:44
      +1

      Im holidaying in Crimea… same question

      • PaperplaneXXX on 14/02/2026 - 15:24

        ahahahahaha oh nooooo

      • DavRo on 15/02/2026 - 13:07

        Russian areas of Ukraine have difficulties don't they.

    • Churna on 15/02/2026 - 01:06
      +1

      depends if its traveling at the speed of sound or not

  • nuno on 14/02/2026 - 14:36
    +4

    im thinking carrying one of these on the motorcycle when i go bush and hit the wilderness

    • edfoo on 14/02/2026 - 15:30
      +1

      I am imagining you mounting the dish on your helmet XD

    • movieman on 14/02/2026 - 20:38

      Where do you go for these bike trips?

      I've found on my motorcycle trips that not having internet is a blessing… And when I'm back in service, it's all good…

      • Donmega123 on 14/02/2026 - 20:54
        +1

        Man it sounds amazing you blokes are living the dream

        • movieman on 14/02/2026 - 22:09
          +2

          Do you ride?

          Happy to incorporate you on a future road trip…

      • nuno on 15/02/2026 - 09:13
        +3

        Far from any civilisation and could be days, even several weeks before I'm close to a town. I have family that i keep in touch with daily. For theirs and my peace of mind.

    • TightKingBilly on 15/02/2026 - 11:33

      I thought about that for my last bike trip. Ended up taking a garmin in reach instead. Downside is no internet access but the upside is no internet access. Plus much more compact and easier to carry on the bike.

      • edfoo on 15/02/2026 - 14:17
        +1

        Very different products and not really comparable. If your priority is emergency personal beacon, then Garmin InReach is the right choice. You don't choose Starlink Mini for emergency contact, it is more for off-grid internet access.

        • TightKingBilly on 15/02/2026 - 16:36
          +1

          Of course they're comparable, I compared them before I went on my trip, because they both offer portable satellite communication in remote areas. InReach isn't just for emergencies, you can message anyone with it, and people can and do use Starlink for emergency contact (you can call 000 over wifi calling), even if that isn't the main priority for most people who buy it.

          • edfoo on 15/02/2026 - 21:50

            @TightKingBilly: Yes I know InReach can send SMS and Starlink Mini can provide Wifi phone call, but they are still very different products and I am showing the priority usage for each device.

  • hopper on 14/02/2026 - 14:55
    +1

    Going on a cruise from Sydney to brisbane for 4 days, is there a option these to rent?

    • Deon on 14/02/2026 - 15:01
      +13

      Not sure who you're sailing with, but a number of cruise lines now prohibit Starlink (so you have to pay $20 a day to share their internet link with 1000 passengers)

      Eg, Carnival: https://www.reddit.com/r/Starlink/comments/1fmlwc9/carnival_…

      • Be careful on 14/02/2026 - 15:25
        +11

        That should really be illegal. They are forcing u to use their overpriced product and excluding competitors

        • Kanjus on 14/02/2026 - 22:13
          +1

          The whole business model of cruises is a captive audience. They can make whatever rules they like

      • whyisave on 14/02/2026 - 17:37

        a number of cruise lines now prohibit Starlink

        Iranian cruise ships ?

    • Yrgnuh on 14/02/2026 - 16:28
      +3

      Starlink charges extea $ for acess from boat, check their price page.

  • ChaLuo on 14/02/2026 - 16:31

    Use this in Japan? instead of buying e-sim for each family member?

    • geekcohen on 14/02/2026 - 17:13
      +1

      Probably not as user friendly whilst travelling around. E-Sim might be easier.

    • spaceflight on 14/02/2026 - 17:31
      +1

      instead of buying e-sim for each family member

      If you are going to use wifi then why buy each person an esim?

    • Churna on 15/02/2026 - 01:07

      Esims are like $5 each for Japan
      https://au.trip.com/things-to-do/detail/57471382

    • Yrgnuh on 15/02/2026 - 07:15
      +1

      Was thinking about this but check the spec again, you or someone need to bring a backpack for the device + battery around the whole time.

      Unless you have certain desire to be a military comm officer + indoor access probably not great & urban city environment with buildings and basements

  • propagandaMachine on 14/02/2026 - 17:51
    -4

    thanks elon

    • Nedkellyinthebush on 14/02/2026 - 18:43

      Thanks for making Australians pay 10-20% more compared to other countries and for not letting us renting the kit for $0 like you can in other countries

      • GordonD on 14/02/2026 - 19:34

        I got a Starlink brochure in the mailbox just the other day.

        No upfront hardware cost.

        $69/month, first month free.

        And a full refund if you're not satisfied after 30 days. I thought that was amusing, considering there was no upfront cost and first month was free.

        Maybe they don't have enough users in Adelaide.

        • DavRo on 15/02/2026 - 13:10

          I don't think for the mini on roam

    • prodrome on 15/02/2026 - 07:10
      +1

      is elon your friend?

  • michael9865 on 14/02/2026 - 21:12

    Has anyone tested if this works in remote place like cape york and etc.

    • geekcohen on 15/02/2026 - 10:06

      It'll work anywhere in Aus with good sky coverage.

  • Cyan Farm on 14/02/2026 - 21:15

    A friend used a star link mini at Cape York while caravanning, he said it was great

  • Churna on 15/02/2026 - 01:04
    +8

    Standby plan + starlink mini is incredible compared to what we had as satalite options 10 years ago.

    • edfoo on 15/02/2026 - 09:04
      +1

      Yeah, a few of my 4x4 club members have ditched their satellite phones and Cel-Fi setup, now using Starlink Mini instead when out on trips.

  • Gimp on 15/02/2026 - 09:07
    +3

    I am surprised no one has mentioned this yet.
    In "standby mode", the mini still works.
    You get enough bandwidth (1/1?) to facetime, check emails, low bandwidth browsing etc.
    So if you are heading out bush for the weekend, and just need to keep in touch, rather than pay for a month, just keep it in standby mode.
    We recently hiked into the middle of Tasmania for a week. Took the mini, 2 powerbanks and a 36w solar panel. It was very useful :)

    • geekcohen on 15/02/2026 - 10:06

      0.5mbps up and down.

      Enough for some phone calls, not sure about Facetime.

      • Gimp on 15/02/2026 - 12:05

        Facetime was fine.

    • edfoo on 15/02/2026 - 14:20

      What hiking with Starlink Mini? When has hiking becoming glamorous hiking? Just like camping becoming glamping XD

      • Gimp on 15/02/2026 - 15:16

        Particularly good for weather updates!

  • Pred8r on 15/02/2026 - 09:36

    Is there any extra plan cost in having the residential kit and taking it mobile? Or is that an unofficial perk?
    ie order the mini residential package and then use it while on road trips, at the same monthly cost.

    • geekcohen on 15/02/2026 - 10:07

      Just means you have no internet at home and you need to have the roaming package as the residential is GPS locked to your home.

  • boatie-au on 15/02/2026 - 09:58
    +1

    https://www.bcf.com.au/p/starlink-mini-portable-satellite-in…
    BCF got it with free delivery at $399 as well and we can normally get pretty good GC discounts with BCF

  • littlesoldier on 15/02/2026 - 10:51
    +1

    Can this be powered by power bank?

    • jjsnacks on 15/02/2026 - 11:28
      +2

      Yes if you have the USB cable and the power bank can do 100watts

  • yoho on 15/02/2026 - 15:38

    Ordered. So this feels timely for Easter? "Bonus credit after 30days from activating".

    So can I activate on Standby Plan, after 30 days, say 15th March, and get the standard plan for 'free' over the Easter period?

    • geekcohen on 15/02/2026 - 19:51
      +1

      No. You need to pay full price for first month to get the second month free.

      • yoho on 15/02/2026 - 22:19
        +1

        Thanks, still a win.

  • thors_hammer on 16/02/2026 - 18:14
    -4

    Elon Musk

    @elonmusk
    For a country to survive, there has to be a common culture.

    Nobody dies to defend a “multicultural economic zone”!

    American culture, with its English-Scotts-Irish origin, is great and worth fighting for.

    Some may not realize it, but that’s why people come here.

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  • bargsbargsbargs on 21/02/2026 - 14:59

    I can't figure out how to order the mini but with the residential plan. Any tips?

    • geekcohen on 22/02/2026 - 12:19

      Why do you want the Mini on the Residential plan?

      The way around it would be order the Mini via a Roaming Plan, then change to Residential when it arrives.

      • bargsbargsbargs on 27/02/2026 - 17:28

        For the 12v off grid ability and portability.

        • geekcohen on 27/02/2026 - 18:03

          Okay, fair enough.

  • bargsbargsbargs on 01/03/2026 - 14:04

    Ended up getting this. Was hoping to switch to Residential $69 plan but it's only allowing me to choose Residential Max or Unlimited… Not the standard Residential plan.

    So I'll have to stick with the $80 a month till something changes.

    • geekcohen on 01/03/2026 - 17:40

      You must be in an area with a surge charge which only allows the Residential Max.

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