{"id":3883,"date":"2023-09-18T03:05:35","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T03:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/starlinkzone.com\/?p=3883"},"modified":"2023-09-19T06:57:08","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T06:57:08","slug":"starlink-internet-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starlinkzone.com\/starlink-internet-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Starlink Internet Canada: How Does It Compare to Other Subscribers?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
As Starlink continues with its global coverage plans, Starlink Internet Canada coverage is also set to grow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Starlink Internet in Canada covers areas most fiber internet service providers don\u2019t reach. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n With advertised speeds of 150 Mbps (download), 30 Mbps (upload), and 20-40 ms latency, Starlink is the best alternative for individuals and families looking for a reliable option for satellite internet in Canada. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Plus, it only costs $140(CAD 189). <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Is Starlink Internet in Canada reliable? Let\u2019s find out. <\/p>\n\n\n Starlink internet has spread to a lot of parts of the world. As a closer neighbor to the US<\/a>, Canada would always receive the satellite service. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In April 2020, Starlink launched a beta<\/a> program covering locations in a limited geographical area (43 and 53 degrees latitude). <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some of the locations can be ruled as rural<\/a>. The beta program served about 10,000 New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, and Ontario residents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it expanded to the larger areas of Toronto and Vancouver in 2021. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Currently, Starlink Internet has a total subscriber count of 1.5 million. It covers most areas in Canada, competing directly with other services that offer lower-priced packages. <\/p>\n\n\n Starlink reports a high satisfaction score among users already on the service. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The parent company, Space X, attributes the reliable internet service to more satellites and constant improvements in software and hardware. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, some places in Canada don\u2019t have working Starlink internet. And it\u2019s for a simple reason: it\u2019s still a work in progress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Starlink is still on a launch drive to put more satellites in space. The goal is to have 42,000 satellites in orbit serving the globe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the key reasons Starlink might not work in Canada is your location. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some areas in Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary, Montreal, and some in Edmonton outskirts do not have Starlink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, you can expect coverage in those areas around the last quarter of <\/a>2023.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another reason why Starlink doesn\u2019t work in Canada is consistently bad weather. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Heavy rain, snow, and strong wind might interrupt the seamless receiving of Starlink signals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Rural areas are among those specifically targeted for Starlink internet. Yet, weather patterns in those areas tend to be erratic during certain seasons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n On the bright side, Starlink might cover bigger chunks of Canada by the start of 2024. <\/p>\n\n\n Starlink internet price in Canada is in line with US and global prices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While it costs about $120 in the US, Starlink Residential Internet in Canada is about $140 monthly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The $140 price tag excludes the equipment, which is $650 for residential, $3,170 for Starlink Business, and just under $600 for Starlink RV. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In areas where Starlink is unavailable in Canada, you may be put on a \u201cBetter Than Nothing\u201d waitlist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This waitlist allows you to get your Stalink kit as soon as it’s available for a $140 deposit. While mounting is largely optional, some areas in Canada are heavily wooded. You must hoist your dishy higher for minimal obstruction and a clearer signal. <\/p>\n\n\n Fiber infrastructure for a big city<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Canada has some big fiber ISPs already offering incredible speeds. Fiber bigwigs such as Bell, Telus, Rogers, and Shaw have up to 8 Gbps speeds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While Starlink doesn\u2019t come close to such speeds, fiber ISPs are created for a different market. Furthermore, Bell is only available in some regions of Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, and Atlantic provinces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Telus Fiber is available in most parts of Western Canada. However, the 2.5 Gbps PureFiber X is only available in Edmonton and some parts of British Columbia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In terms of speed, Starlink is lagging behind fiber providers in Canada. However, it is covering a larger area, which makes it better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s compare Starlink and fiber internet speeds in Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Starlink joins other ISPs in satellite providing internet to rural areas in Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Legacy players such as HughesNet and Xplornet offer affordable packages for many users. Here\u2019s how they stack up against Starlink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Ordering Starlink is simple. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Congratulations, you\u2019ve got your Starlink internet kit in Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The kit should have the Starlink 2nd generation square dishy, the router, default mount, and cables. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We recommend getting an additional mount depending on location. <\/p>\n\n\nTable of Contents<\/h2>\n
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Is Starlink Available in Canada?<\/h2>\n\n\n
Why Does Starlink Not Work In Canada?<\/h2>\n\n\n
How Much Does Starlink Cost In Canada?<\/h2>\n\n\n
Furthermore, you can enlist for the Best Effort Service<\/a>, where you will receive a downgraded service before you get priority speeds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is also a paid-once shipping and handling fee of $50. Other charges might arise when returning faulty equipment or including a paid professional to install the service.
Additionally, extra conveniences have more costs, such as custom mounting<\/a>, mesh systems, and bypassing Starlink<\/a> with third-party routers.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nIs Starlink Canada Internet Faster Better Than Fiber?<\/h2>\n\n\n
Starlink in Canada highly benefits rural areas where consistently fast internet is hard to get. <\/p>\n\n\n\nISP<\/strong><\/td> DL Speed\/UL speed<\/strong><\/td> Latency<\/strong><\/td> Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> Starlink Residential<\/td> 100-150Mpbs\/10-30Mpbs<\/td> 20-40ms<\/td> $140<\/td><\/tr> Bell<\/td> 1.5Gbps\/940Mpbs<\/td> Below 10ms<\/td> $59.95-$94.95 with $199.95 upfront or 2-year contract<\/td><\/tr> Telus Fiber<\/td> 1.5-2.5Gbps-\/ 940Mbps<\/td> Below 10ms<\/td> $85-$125 with$0 upfront or annual contractual plans<\/td><\/tr> Shaw<\/td> 1.5Gbps\/25Mbps<\/td> Below 10ms<\/td> $50-$115<\/td><\/tr> Rogers<\/td> 300Mbps-1.5Gbps\/30Mpbs<\/td> 25ms<\/td> $49.99-$124.99<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n Starlink vs. other Satellite ISPs in Canada?<\/h2>\n\n\n
ISP<\/strong><\/td> DL\/UL speed<\/strong><\/td> Latency<\/strong><\/td> Cost<\/strong><\/td> Coverage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> Starlink<\/td> 100-150Mpbs\/10-30Mpbs<\/td> 20-40ms<\/td> $140<\/td> Most of Canada<\/td><\/tr> HughesNet<\/td> 25Mbps\/3Mbps(Capped at 50GB)<\/td> 600-800ms<\/td> $129 + $299 upfront<\/td> Nationwide<\/td><\/tr> Xplornet<\/td> 25Mbps\/1Mbps(Capped at 200GB)<\/td> 600-800ms<\/td> $120 + $99 upfront<\/td> Mostly Quebec<\/td><\/tr> Galaxy Broadband<\/td> 25Mbps\/3Mbps<\/td> 600-800ms<\/td> $129.95 + $399 upfront<\/td> Nationwide<\/td><\/tr> Teksavvy<\/td> 50Mbps-3Gbps\/50-150Mbps<\/td> Below 10ms<\/td> $25.95-$117.95<\/td> Nationwide<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n How Can You Order Starlink In Canada?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Can You Travel in Canada With Starlink?<\/h2>\n\n\n