SpaceX’s Starlink has raised monthly prices for its satellite internet service across multiple markets, including Australia and the United States, catching some users by surprise.
The increases affect Residential and Roam plans, as well as the company’s Standby Mode feature, according to customer notices and updated pricing.
In Australia, monthly fees for most plans and services have risen by between A$5 and A$11. The Residential 100 Mbps plan increased from A$69 to A$75, while the 200 Mbps plan rose from A$99 to A$110. The Residential Max plan climbed to A$150 from A$139.
Roaming plans also saw hikes, with the 100GB option increasing to about A$85 per month and the unlimited plan to A$210.
Australia Pricing Changes
| Plan | Old Price (AUD) | New Price (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Residential 100 Mbps | $69 | $75 |
| Residential 200 Mbps | $99 | $110 |
| Residential Max | $139 | $150 |
| Roam 100GB | $80 | $85 |
| Roam Unlimited | $174 | $210 |
In the United States, Starlink said plans priced below US$100 per month would rise by US$5, while higher-tier plans would increase by US$10. Standby Mode, which allows users to pause service, doubled in price to US$10 per month.
The company said the changes would take effect from the next billing cycle on or after June 18, citing rising operating costs and ongoing investment in network capacity, coverage and reliability.
“Strong demand for Starlink reflects the value customers continue to see in the service,” the company said in a notice to users, adding that the price adjustments would support continued improvements.
The increases come as competition in the low-Earth orbit satellite internet market intensifies, with Amazon preparing to roll out its Project Kuiper service.
Some users had expected prices to fall as new competitors enter the market, but the latest changes suggest costs may remain elevated as providers expand infrastructure and capacity.
