SpaceX's Starlink: 12-Month Plans Offer Free Hardware

Written:: on 29 April 2025; by V. Ionut

Attention all internet enthusiasts! SpaceX is making waves in the world of satellite internet with their new 12-month residential service plans. And the best part? They're offering the dish and router for the low, low price of absolutely free in select markets. That's right, $0 out of your pocket for the hardware that normally costs $349 in the US. Not too shabby, right?

But wait, there's more! If you're thinking about jumping on this deal, you've got a 30-day window to test out the service. If you don't love it, no worries – just return the kit and get your money back, no questions asked. But be aware that after those 30 days, things get a little more complicated.

If you decide to change your service address or cancel your subscription, you'll be hit with a change fee. This fee is equal to the cost of the hardware, but it's prorated over time. So, if you've had the service for a year, you'll owe the full $349. But if you cancel after just a few months, you'll pay a smaller portion of that amount.

Oh, and there's one more thing to keep in mind. In areas where SpaceX sees high usage, some subscribers will be slapped with a one-time "demand surcharge" of around $100. Ouch!

But hey, for many people, this could still be a pretty sweet deal.

It seems like SpaceX has done the math and determined that bringing in more monthly subscribers by lowering the barrier to entry will offset any losses on the hardware side. The 12-month residential plan has been quietly advertised in some countries over the last month, but now Starlink is promoting it globally. You can now snag this deal in select markets in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, and in most European countries. In Croatia, however, the plan only applies to the smaller and slower Starlink Mini kit.

So, if you're in the market for some lightning-fast satellite internet, keep an eye out for this deal. Just be sure to read the fine print and do the math to see if it works for your situation. Happy browsing, folks!