Starlink has shifted to a $10 monthly equipment rental fee for residential service, replacing the prior model where hardware could be bought upfront.

The $10 monthly kit fee is being applied to new residential subscribers and is reported across multiple outlets, with confirmations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, and Mexico.

The new $10 monthly kit fee is added to existing plan prices of $55, $85, and $130 per month for Residential service.

The standard dish remains available for purchase online at around $349, with recent promotions discounting to $199 or lower.

SpaceX has not issued an immediate public comment, but Starlink’s support page clarifies that dishes can be bought and that rental is limited to Residential service plans.

Analysts expect further regional adjustments to equipment pricing, service fees, and discounts based on demand and network conditions, which could raise total long-term costs for users.

Customers still have the option to purchase the dish outright, indicating rental remains a flexible choice in certain regions.

Industry analysis suggests the rental model may boost Starlink’s profitability long term, aligning with its sizable share of SpaceX’s revenue.

The equipment rental rollout is non-uniform, with deployments confirmed in the United States, Canada, Britain, France, Australia, and Mexico.

Starlink’s hardware pricing has varied in the past, with kit prices and promotions changing over time, including regional pricing and free equipment promotions tied to commitments.

Residential Max plans lose two perks for new customers: a free Mini dish rental and a 50% Roam discount, effective for new sign-ups.

Previously, the standard dish was offered as a free rental for new customers, effectively making upfront costs zero.