
Starry Internet review
Starry Internet is an internet service provider offering unlimited 5G fixed wireless service. Currently available in five major U.S. markets: Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York and Washington, D.C., Starry Internet is set to expand into 47 additional U.S. markets in the coming years.
Starry Plus
Speeds up to 200 Mbps starting at
$50/mo.
*Pricing per month plus taxes. Pricing and speed varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of 03/10/23.
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About Starry Internet
Starry Internet launched in Boston in December 2017 as an alternative to wired internet services such as cable or DSL internet. As a 5G fixed wireless service provider, Starry Internet sends internet service over the air to receivers affixed to the top of apartment buildings which then send the service to a customer’s router within the building.
Starry Internet’s technology and delivery method help to keep startup and operation costs relatively low compared to other internet service providers. The company has pledged to pass their savings onto the consumer, offering affordable high-speed plans without added fees or contracts.
What we like
Simple pricing – With no hidden fees, no router fees and no contracts, you won’t have to worry about surprises on your bill.
Fast download and upload speeds – 5G broadband supports fast download and upload speeds, something you won’t get with cable or DSL service.
Unlimited data – Starry doesn’t have data caps.
Things to consider
Only available in apartment or condo buildings – Starry Internet is available only in buildings that are set up to receive service.
Starry Internet service details
Since launch, Starry Internet has focused on a single plan offering up to 200 Mbps starting at $50/mo.* All Starry customers are eligible for free internet, thanks to the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program. Starry also offers a Surface Pro discount: https://starry.com/starryconnect.
Starry Internet pricing and speeds
Plan | Starting price* | Download speeds |
---|---|---|
Starry Plus | $50/mo. | Up to 200 Mbps |
Starry Pro | $65/mo. | Up to 500 Mbps |
Starry Gig | $80/mo. | Up to 1,000 Mbps |
*Pricing per month plus taxes. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of 03/10/23.
Starry customer service
Although not on the American Customer Satisfaction Index for internet service providers, Starry does have a Trustpilot rating of 4.3 stars out of 5. Most users report a reliable, stable connection. The company is very responsive to reported issues on the site, evidenced by their personal answer to someone with connectivity issues.
How does Starry Internet compare to other providers?
There’s a lot to like about Starry Internet, but you may want to compare it to your current provider or others in your area before making a switch.
In most areas currently serviceable for Starry Internet, competing providers may include AT&T, Cox, RCN, Spectrum, Verizon and Xfinity, among others. Here’s how Starry Internet compares:
Compare Starry Internet to other providers
Provider | Monthly price range* | Download speed range | Upload speed range |
---|---|---|---|
Verizon Fios | $49.99 – $89.99 | 300 – 940 Mbps | 300 – 880 Mbps |
Xfinity | $24.99 – $299.95 | 50 – 6,000 Mbps | 10 – 6,000 Mbps |
Spectrum | $49.99 – $89.99 | 300 – 1,000 Mbps** | 10 – 35 Mbps |
Frontier Fiber | $49.99 – $154.99 | 500-5,000 Mbps | 500-5,000 Mbps |
AT&T | $55.00 – $180.00 | 10 – 4,700 Mbps | 10- 4,700 Mbps |
Cox | $49.99 – $99.99 | 100 – 1,000 Mbps | 5 – 35 Mbps |
CenturyLink | $30.00 – $70.00 | 100 – 940 Mbps | 1 – 940 Mbps |
Quantum Fiber | $49.00 – $65.00 | 200 – 940 Mbps | 200 – 940 Mbps |
HughesNet | $64.99 – $149.99 | Up to 25 Mbps | 1- 3 Mbps |
Google Fiber | $70.00 – $100.00 | 1,000 – 2,000 Mbps | 1,000 – 2,000 Mbps |
WOW! | $9.99 – $94.99 | 100 – 1,200 Mbps | 10 – 50 Mbps |
Optimum | $45.00 – $85.00 | 300 – 940 Mbps | 20 – 35 Mbps |
Mediacom | $19.99 – $59.99 | 100 – 1,000 Mbps | 5 – 50 Mbps |
Astound | $19.99 – $54.99 | 110 – 1,200 Mbps | 2 – 20 Mbps |
Kinetic by Windstream | $39.99 – $169.99 | 100 – 2,000 Mbps | 1 – 1,000 Mbps |
Starry Internet | $50.00 – $80.00 | 200 – 1,000 Mbps | 200 Mbps |
altafiber | $44.99 – $69.99 | 250 – 1,000 Mbps | 100 – 500 Mbps |
MetroNet | $39.95 – $59.95 | 100 – 1,000 Mbps | 100 – 1,000 Mbps |
Ziply Fiber | $20.00 – $300.00 | 30 – 4,700 Mbps | 50 – 5,000 |
Viasat | $64.99 – $169.99 | 12 – 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of 03/10/23.
Starting and long-term prices are lower than most
- Starting price: With a $50/mo. price point and no added fees, Starry Internet is cheaper than most, especially considering the up to 200 Mbps speed that comes with it. For comparison, Xfinity has a plan in the $30/mo. range, but with only a quarter of the speeds (25 Mbps).
- No equipment fees: Plans include your router rental, keeping your monthly cost low.
- Unlimited data: Starry plans include unlimited data, so you won’t need to worry about data caps.
- No price increases: Since there are no price increases, you can enjoy low pricing as long as you have the plan, whereas other providers may increase the price after one or two years.

Starry Internet additional features
Learn more about everything that is included, free of charge, with Starry Internet.
MU-MIMO-ready router included
Multi-user, multiple-input, multiple-output technology, or MU-MIMO, is a Wi-Fi technology capable of connecting multiple devices at once without sacrificing connection quality. This means you can connect a virtually unlimited number of devices — smartphones, laptops, gaming consoles, smart TVs — and enjoy a fast, reliable connection on all of them.
Your MU-MIMO-ready router is included with your Starry Internet plan.
24/7 tech support
Not only does Starry Internet include equipment costs in its advertised pricing, but it also ensures 24/7 tech support should you have any issues with your equipment or connection.
Where is Starry Internet available?
Starry Internet is currently available in select apartment or condominium buildings in Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City and Washington, DC. Availability in these cities varies by address.
Starry, Inc. recently acquired 104 licenses for 24 GHz millimeter-wave spectrum to cover 51 markets in 25 states. With this new acquisition, Starry Internet intends to expand service to the following areas:
Alabama: Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile
Arkansas: Little Rock
Arizona: Tucson
Colorado: Colorado Springs, Fort Collins
Florida: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Idaho: Boise City
Illinois: Decatur
Indiana: Indianapolis, South Bend, Fort Wayne, Bloomington
Kansas: Wichita
Kentucky: Louisville
Louisiana: Baton Rouge, New Orleans
Massachusetts: Springfield
Mississippi: Jackson
North Carolina: Fayetteville, Greensboro, Charlotte, Raleigh
Nevada: Las Vegas, Reno
New Mexico: Albuquerque
New York: Buffalo, Albany, Syracuse, Rochester
Ohio: Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Dayton, Columbus
Pennsylvania: Harrisburg
South Carolina: Charleston
Tennessee: Nashville, Chattanooga, Memphis
Texas: San Antonio, Brownsville, Lubbock, El Paso
Virginia: Richmond, Virginia Beach
Washington: Spokane
Wisconsin: Milwaukee, Madison
Starry Internet FAQs
Is Starry Internet any good?
Starry Internet is quickly proving to be an affordable alternative to wired internet services such as cable and DSL. The service offers fast, symmetrical upload and download speeds similar to fiber optic, but currently does not have the same max speed potential. One major upside to Starry Internet is the simple, low pricing which includes a router rental and no data caps or contracts.
How much is Starry Internet?
Plans from Starry Internet start at $50/mo.* for speeds up to 200 Mbps.
*Pricing per month plus taxes. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of 03/10/23.
How much is Starry Internet after 12 months?
Starry Internet advertises “no hidden fees or price increases,” so plan pricing should remain consistent even after the first 12 months of service.
Can I get Starry Internet at my address?
Due to the way Starry Internet works, service is only available to apartment and condominium buildings with a Starry Internet receiver installed. Starry Internet is not currently available to individual houses.
What type of internet is Starry Internet?
Starry Internet is a 5G fixed wireless internet service.

Written by:
Ari HowardAssociate Writer, Broadband & Wireless Content
Ari is an Associate Writer for the Allconnect team. She primarily writes about broadband news and studies, particularly relating to internet access, digital safety, broadband-related technology and the digital d… Read more
Edited by:
Robin LaytonEditor, Broadband Content
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