{"id":4868,"date":"2023-12-28T03:05:05","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T03:05:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/?p=4868"},"modified":"2023-12-28T03:06:19","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T03:06:19","slug":"starlink-new-zealand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/starlink-new-zealand\/","title":{"rendered":"Starlink New Zealand: Availability, Performance, and the Cost"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Are you planning to become a Starlink New Zealand subscriber? Starlink is one of the fastest satellite internet connections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The service mostly targets rural internet coverage in places where cable infrastructure can’t access. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
New Zealand is one of the most connected countries, with up to 94% having access to the internet.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, some rural parts of this country need proper internet connections. Starlink is capable of bridging this gap. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This guide will address Starlink\u2019s availability in New Zealand, performance, and the expected cost.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Starlink is now available throughout New Zealand. Residences of Auckland have reported spotting a string of about 30 lights of Elon Musk\u2019s satellites traveling in unison in the sky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Starlink availability map also indicates the company offers internet coverage throughout the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can order for it now and get the full service – no waitlist.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Starlink availability in New Zealand<\/p>\n\n\n\n New Zealand’s biggest challenge is ensuring reliable internet connectivity in rural areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Though only around 16% of the country is rural, there has been a constant effort by the government to ensure a stable internet connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even before Starlink, several other wireless internet providers received a node to help with internet connection in rural areas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Lightwire Limited<\/a>, introduced in 2016, remains the largest satellite internet provider in the country.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other wireless services in rural areas of New Zealand include Unifone, Bluedoor, Connecta, WIZwireless and Gravity satellites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Therefore, the competition is very high, and a service must be performed to stay in the game. So, how does Starlink perform in the country?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Starlink’s main selling point in the country is its latency. As you may all know, Starlink satellite constellations are in low earth orbit<\/a> (about 350 miles from the Earth\u2019s surface).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because of their proximity to the Earth\u2019s surface, satellites in low Earth orbit ensure lower latency in communication compared to geostationary satellites.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Starlink promises latencies in the range of 20 ms – 40 ms, which is not far from what you practically get in New Zealand.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some users from the country have confirmed getting around 36-70 ping in games. With this, you don\u2019t expect lags while enjoying your favorite game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While other internet services will not tell you about their speed, Starlink is very transparent about what to expect from them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The company rates its download speed between 100 Mbps and 300 Mbps for residential users, while the upload speed ranges between 10 Mbps and 50 Mbps.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n A New Zealand resident from Motueka confessed on Reddit<\/a> that he was getting a very stable 150 Mbps download speed on his PC and up to 270 Mbps on his phone.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, you can only achieve this with a good Starlink placement. Some residential users have reported a drop in speed to as low as 30-50 Mbps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are getting something much lower than expected, just make adjustments and see if it improves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The cost of Starlink varies from country to country. Even within a country like New Zealand, the cost may vary depending on location.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, New Zealand is generally one of the countries where Starlink is more affordable<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n The service can cost between NZ $199 and NZ $749 one time fee for the hardware. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Those who live in rural areas can get a discount of up to 70% and pay only NZ $199 for the hardware. <\/p>\n\n\n\n SpaceX designed Starlink for DIY installation<\/a>; therefore, you don\u2019t have to worry about installation costs.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, there are some accessories you may need for installation purposes. These may include a wall mount (J-mount) that costs around NZ $105 and an Ethernet adapter at NZ $65.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n After installation, you pay your monthly subscription fee to get the service.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Standard Starlink kit comes at NZ $ 159 per month. There are three plans for business users, including priority 1TB, 2TB, and 6 TB.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n The plans cost from NZ $426\/Mo – NZ $2,507\/Mo after a one-time NZ $4,000 hardware fee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Lastly, there is always a shipping fee of around NZ $34, depending on your location. It only takes around 2 weeks to receive the Starlink.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Though Starlink is designed for DIY installation, the project is not for everyone. It only sounds easy when the developers describe it as pretty much plug and play installation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, you should know there is mechanical mounting of the dish and running dish cable from outside to inside the house.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may need an installer if you are not a DIY enthusiast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Thankfully, there are several Starlink installers in New Zealand to help you with the project. WiFiMax<\/a> is one of the most popular installers in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It offers installation services in Auckland, Waikato, Northland, and Christchurch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Starlink Newzealand Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Starlink New Zealand Latency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Starlink New Zealand Speed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Starlink New Zealand Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New Zealand Starlink Installers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n