While there are plenty of fixed Internet connectivity solutions in the Philippines, they might not reach remote areas that need an Internet connection. Starlink aims to fill the need of Internet of Filipinos especially in remote areas thanks to their array of low Earth orbit satellites.
Starlink offers their range of services in the Philippines in 2 tiers for a personal connection: residential and roaming. The former is suitable for a fixed locations like a home while the latter satisfies the demands of nomads roaming in an RV or a camper.
According to Starlink’s documentation, their Internet service ranges 25 – 220Mbps download and 5 – 25Mbps upload with a latency from 25 – 60ms for Fixed connections. Mobile setups ranges from 5 – 220Mbps download and 8 – 25Mbps upload with around 99ms of latency. Priority data will have faster speeds while Standard Fixed and Mobile caps out at 100Mbps and 50Mbps download speeds, respectively.
Pricing for Personal Starlink Plans are as follows:
If you require something more demanding for a business, Starlink is also offering their Business Plans with prices starting at PhP 153,900 for hardware with a monthly payment of PhP 3,920.
You can apply and order for a Starlink Plan and kit over at their official website.
