Starlink Insights

What is Starlink?

Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by SpaceX, providing satellite Internet access coverage to most of the Earth. It aims to provide high-speed, low-latency internet service to areas where terrestrial internet is unreliable, unavailable, or expensive. Users require a Starlink kit (dish and router) to connect to the network.

Find organizations using Starlink on Sumble →

What other technologies are related to Starlink?

Starlink Competitor Technologies

OneWeb

OneWeb is a low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet constellation, directly competing with Starlink to provide broadband internet services.

mentioned alongside Starlink in 70% (65) of relevant job posts

Iridium

Iridium provides satellite-based communication services, including voice and data. While it offers lower bandwidth than Starlink, it provides global coverage and competes in certain niche markets.

mentioned alongside Starlink in 10% (58) of relevant job posts

VSAT

VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) provides satellite internet access. While VSAT typically uses geostationary satellites, it is a competitor for providing internet services via satellite, although Starlink is more advanced.

mentioned alongside Starlink in 2% (52) of relevant job posts

5G

5G is a terrestrial wireless technology that competes with Starlink in providing broadband internet access, especially in urban and suburban areas where 5G infrastructure is available.

mentioned alongside Starlink in 0% (71) of relevant job posts

Starlink Complementary Technologies

SIPR/NIPR Access Point (SNAP)

SNAP provides secure and non-secure network access, often in remote locations. Starlink can provide the internet backbone for SNAP systems, making them complementary.

mentioned alongside Starlink in 100% (53) of relevant job posts