Starlink has been releasing new VSAT kit models and associated hardware on a recurring basis since the company began selling its first residential units to the public through a limited beta program in July 2020. The same cadence applies to Starlink's enterprise kits, which have also undergone rapid transformations since being introduced to the market. In fact, there are now a suite of kits available for use in varying applications.

With each release, the antenna can vary in size, mounting options, and design. If you're confused, you're not alone. Here's a guide to the kits and their optimal uses.

Starlink Enterprise Kits

Starlink offers two top-tier antenna kits in terms of performance, capacity, and durability: the Enterprise V4 and Flat High Performance (Flat HP) kits. Both support the premium Enterprise Priority service plan, offering download speeds of 25-220 Mbps and upload speeds of 5-20 Mbps.

• Enterprise V4: Essentially a repurposed Residential Gen 3 model with a pole mount and a 50-meter cable.
• Flat HP: Features a robust design, ideal for fixed and mobile enterprise applications in challenging environments. Speedcast has installed thousands on cruise ships, cargo vessels, yachts, energy platforms, and remote facilities.

Starlink Enterprise V4 vs. Flat High Performance (Flat HP) Kits

The Flat HP replaced the High-Performance antenna at the end of 2023. Its innovative wedge design offers stability in mobile and open-water applications, reducing shaking and improving performance. It's also included in Speedcast's Rapid Deployment Kits for disaster response and recovery operations.

Keep in mind that neither the Enterprise V4 nor the Flat HP kit include a router, requiring you to choose between Starlink's Gen 2, Gen 3, or a third-party device to meet your needs. This is an important consideration for enterprise users, since connecting to the internet without a router can compromise network management and security, along with communication between devices.

For Speedcast customers, we utilize our SIGMA edge networking router for its integration with our global network management platform, creating a seamless virtual network with maximum uptime.

The SIGMA Edge Networking software seamlessly and automatically integrates Starlink with other connectivity paths, from LEO, GEO, MEO and L-band to cellular and microwave. For users, it creates a single, virtual wide-area network. SIGMA also offers the flexibility to visualize and customize your service at any time as well as value-added services from cybersecurity to edge applications.

Starlink Standard Kits

The Standard terminal, or Residential Gen 3, is designed for fixed use at homes and small businesses, delivering 25-150 Mbps down and 5-20 Mbps up. It includes a 15-meter cable and an external Gen 3 Starlink router. Speedcast often installs this in regions where Enterprise or Flat HP kits aren't available, integrating it with our SIGMA router.

Starlink Mini

Starlink's latest hardware release is the Mini, a compact, portable antenna for residential users. It's half the size of the Standard, but offers the same speeds. The Mini includes a built-in router, kickstand, pipe adapter, and a 15-meter cable, making it perfect for on-the-go broadband as a supplement to fixed networks.

Starlink Flat HP is ideal for fixed and mobility enterprise applications and challenging environments.

The High-Performance antenna has been replaced by Flat HP at the end of 2023.

Starlink Enterprise v4 is ideal for fixed and coastal use cases. It has the same design as the Residential Gen 3 model, but comes with a pole mount and a 50-meter cable.

Starlink Mini was launched in June 2024. It is a compact, portable kit for internet on the go.

Starlink Kits Comparison Table

Mini	Standard	Standard Actuated	High Performance	Flat High Performance	Enterprise
Also known as	N/A	Residential Gen 3 or V4	Residential Gen 2	HP, Enterprise V3, Actuated High-performance	FHP, Wedge mount, Business Maritime	Enterprise V4
Service Plans	Standard	Standard & Enterprise Priority	Standard	Enterprise Priority	Enterprise Priority	Enterprise Priority
Applications	Compact, portable kit for internet on the go	Residential users and everyday internet applications.	Residential users and everyday internet applications	Power user, business, and enterprise applications	Fixed and mobility enterprise applications and challenging environments	Fixed site business applications
Deployment	Fixed only	Fixed only	Fixed only	Fixed only	Fixed and maritime	Fixed and coastal use cases
Download Speeds	25 to 150 Mbps	25 to 150 Mbps	25 to 150 Mbps	25 to 220 Mbps	25 to 220 Mbps	25 to 220 Mbps
Upload Speeds	5 to 20 Mbps	5 to 20 Mbps	5 to 20 Mbps	5 to 20 Mbps	5 to 20 Mbps	5 to 20 Mbps
Size	298.5 mm (11.75 in) x 259 mm (10.2 in) x 259 mm (10.2 in)	594 mm (23.4 in) x 383 mm (15.07 in) x 39.7 mm (1.5 in)	513 mm (20.2 in) x 303 mm (11.9 in) x 544 mm (21.4 in)	575 mm (22.6 in) x 511 mm (20.1 in) x 613 mm (24.1 in)	575 mm (22.6 in) x 511 mm (20.1 in) x 41 mm (1.6 in)	594 mm (23.4 in) x 383 mm (15.07 in) x 39.7 mm (1.5 in)
Weight	• 1.10 kg (2.43 lb) • 1.16 kg (2.56 lb) with Kickstand • 1.53 kg (3.37 lb) with Kickstand & 15 m Cable	• 2.9 kg (6.4 lb) • 3.2 kg (7 lb) with Kickstand	• 2.9 kg (6.4 lbs) without Cable • 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs) with 15.2 m (50 ft) Cable	• 6.9 kg (15 lbs) without Cable • 9.4 kg (21 lbs) with 25 m (82 ft) Cable	• 5.9 kg / 13 lbs without Cable • 8.1 kg / 17.9 lbs with 25 m / 82 ft Cable	• 3.2 kg (7 lbs)
Starlink cable (prepackaged)	15 m (49.2 ft)	15 m (49.2 ft)	15.2 m (50 ft)	25 m (82 ft)	25 m (82 ft)	50 m (164 ft)
Field of View	110 °	110 °	110 °	140°	140°	110 °
Environmental Rating	IP67 Type 4	IP67 Type 4	IP54	IP56	IP56	IP67 Type 4
Power	25-40W	75-100 W	50-75W	110-150W	110-150W	75-100 W
Router	Built-in	Gen 3 Router	Gen 2 Router	Gen 2 Router	Sold separately	Sold separately
Mount (prepackaged)	Kickstand and pipe adapter	Kickstand	Pole mount with base	Pole mount with base	Wedge mount	Pole mount with no base

Coverage and Country Licenses

Starlink's satellite coverage doesn't guarantee that all kits are licensed to operate everywhere. Each kit requires specific local government approval. Fixed application licenses don't automatically cover mobility uses, like on vehicles or vessels. Unauthorized use can lead to service suspension by Starlink. Always check starlink.com for the latest coverage and licensing updates.

Speedcast takes the guess work out of licensing or regulatory needs no matter where you're operating. Our global legal teams work closely with you and local regulators to ensure proper use of kits. Our team delivers connectivity services across all strategic regions, meeting even the most stringent licensing requirements.

Starlink's innovations have transformed satellite communications for the better, and they're not likely to slow down. That's one reason customers rely on Speedcast to navigate these options and leverage the latest technologies without compromising reliability and performance.

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