We got Starlink! Unboxing + Setup + Pros and Cons of Starlink Internet

After a 15-month wait, we finally got Starlink, from SpaceX. In this video, I show you the unboxing of the Starlink satellite dish as it comes, the initial setup of all the equipment, and give you the pros and cons of using Starlink.

Spoiler alert: There are as many cons as there are pros.

Table of Contents:
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Unboxing Starlink
03:04 Starlink setup
05:20 Pros and Cons
05:38 Pro #1: Easy to setup
06:17 Pro #2: Download speeds
07:02 Pro #3: Range of Starlink router
07:54 Pro #4: Starlink mobile app
09:42 Con #1: Download speeds
10:46 Con #2: Upload speeds
11:48 Con #3: No ethernet on the router
12:29 Con #4: Service cost

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[MisterWensleydale]

We live in the country in a valley with hills all around us. I thought we would never get high speed internet. Ordered Starlink June 1st. It arrived on June 10th. Very happy with it so far. Sorry HughesNet, you're losing a customer.

[libellula]

I watched this just before I set up my own Starlink 2 days ago. We live in France and have had ADSL internet at poor speed for 20 years. We are remote in the mountains, edge of a forest so decided satellite was the only way to go when our signal got even worse a few months ago. The Dishy arrived in 2 days from Germany so we were not ready. But being in our 70s we did not want to be climbing ladders anyway! So it is just stood in the field next to our house, and works amazingly well. We are having a bracket fixed to the roof and need this because it is not safe in the field as we have 6 dogs and cows! Cost in France : 450€ and 50€ per month which is competitive in France and costs less than our present WiFi set up. In fact France did not want Starlink in France but lost a court case, then They lowered the price. Things can only get better…….No brainer! Thanks for your video.

[peterwest]

I helped my friend setup Starlink at his home in Amelia, VA. It took a month to receive the Ethernet adapter. Now, he plugged in his eero Pro to the Starlink Ethernet adapter and he has whole house coverage again. Nice thing was that the eero still had his security cameras set up on that network and as soon as he plugged it in to the Starlink router everything came back online. This is so much better than the cell service he was using.

[kellymegtug]

I just received my Starlink and ordered accessories for it. I thought the prices were very fair...not like Apple. But the boxing and simpiliicty of boxing and installation is Apple like. (ie. I use android.). My understanding is Starlink is still Beta. I LOVE ELON for bringing us into the future.

[johnnyappleseed]

I will never forget the glee I felt when a big SpaceX box arrived at my home!!

[builditsquare]

The innovation and complexity of Starlink is truly remarkable. I have not ordered a dish, yet, but I appreciate the world changing event
under way.

[Arrecife]

I'm out on the countryside, no internet speed greater than 2 mbps. Just got my Starlink equipment TODAY!!! It took all of four days, seriously FOUR days. Can't wait to install.

[kimburkholder]

I just received my Starlink box and was a little intimidated to set this up. I’m feeling encouraged now that I watched your video. Thanks!

[marianolopez]

Outstanding technical and financial analysis. Thank you

[samirmadani]

It's 2023-08-08 and I've ordered Starlink for my parents in Croatia a few days ago. The kit plus shipping costs only €324 while the monthly service plan is just €50! The kit arrives in just a few days time. Their current ADSL connection is only delivering a few megabits speed while the uplink is producing no more than half a megabit. And yes, a single Gigabit Ethernet port would go a very long way. With any hope, Starlink/SpaceX will make such an improvement in whatever next generation they work on. Using your existing router is often the least messiest way to hook up to a new ISP. Thanks for the great video! Very helpful.

[stanleyreid]

Really enjoyed watching this video. Thank you for explicit information concerning installation. Keep having fun with your pets.

[TimothyJohnsonEkklesia]

Thanks for the excellent report. We are getting our equipment this weekend!! We are major rural - so this will be a huge blessing!!

[RodeoMom]

We bought Starlink when we were in our RV along with our Verizon old 2 Jetpacks. We are pleased with Starlink.

[fishmontanatoo]

Full time RVers... Love our Starlink. So easy to setup and use.

[iamseyireal]

The best detailed review I have seen so far.. thanks for covering the fact that Ethernet port wasn't included by default, the ability to map sky area for best positioning, wifi range capability, price and possible reason for low Mbps transmission speeds

[mariaholleran]

Appreciate you taking the time to educate us according to your knowledgeable perspective. God bless you, your fam, and thank you!!!

[randix]

You are great and clear! Thank you for taking the time to inform us!

[MilciadesAndrion]

The video provided is both informative and thorough, effectively presenting the advantages and disadvantages of the subject matter. Its primary value appears to be its applicability to remote locations that are typically difficult to access. Interestingly, the video was recorded a year ago, today being May 18, 2023. It would be intriguing to know whether there have been enhancements to the system over this time, and if the suggestions offered by the instructor, presumably named Steve, have been implemented. This well-constructed video is appreciated, and I thank you for sharing it. I liked it and subscribed to the channel.

[oluwayomiolugbuyi]

Oh my I loved how the dogs made this great

[jwstolk]

The improved heat tolerance and reduced electricity usage results from updated electronics and has little to do with the rectangular shape. The main advantage of the new shape are more compact packaging and that the narrower circuit board is more suitable for mass-production. The round dish had a circuit board width that is normally only used in high-end servers and very specialized electronics, not in consumer products.