What is Starry Internet?
Starry Internet is a new 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, DC, Starry Internet is set to expand into 47 additional U.S. markets in the coming years.



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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.
Things to consider
- Only available in apartment or condo buildings– Starry Internet is available only in buildings that are set up to receive service.
- It’s still new – As with any new internet provider, Starry Internet is still optimizing their service, which may result in connection reliability issues.
Starry Internet service details
Since launch, Starry Internet has focused on a single plan offering up to 200 Mbps starting at $50/mo.*
What’s included with Starry Internet plans?
- Wi-Fi router at no extra cost
- No hidden fees
- No contract requirements
- Tech support available 24/7
Starry Internet pricing and speeds
Plan | Starting price | Download speeds | Upload speeds |
Internet 200 | $50/mo.* | 200 Mbps | 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 11/02/20.
MU-MIMO broadcasting ensures bandwidth for all your devices
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.
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:
Starting and long-term prices are lower than most
With a $50/mo. price point and no added fees, Starry Internet is cheaper than most, especially considering the 100 Mbps 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).
Starry Internet plans also include your router rental and unlimited data, keeping your monthly costs low. And since there are no price increases, you can enjoy low pricing as long as you have the plan, whereas many other providers increase the price after one or two years.
Speeds are average, but not as many options
The 100 and 200 Mbps speeds available with Starry Internet are also available from nearly any cable or fiber optic provider. What’s more, cable and fiber optic providers typically offer more than two plans and/or speeds higher than 200 Mbps. Starry Internet does, however, offer fast upload speeds, something you can also get with fiber optic service but not with cable internet.
Compare Starry Internet to other providers
Starry Internet | Armstrong |
Starting price at | |
$50.00/mo.* | $34.95/mo.* |
Internet Speeds | |
100-200 Mbps | 12 Mbps – 500 Mbps |
Data cap | |
None | 200 GB – 2 TB |
Contract | |
None | No contract agreement |
- Provider
- Starry Internet
- Starting price at
- $50.00/mo.*
- $34.95/mo.*
- Internet Speeds
- 100-200 Mbps
- 12 Mbps – 500 Mbps
- Data cap
- None
- 200 GB – 2 TB
- Contract
- None
- No contract agreement
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract if applicable. 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 11/02/20.
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?
Internet plans from Starry Internet start at $50/mo.* for speeds up to 100 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 02/01/21.
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.
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Written by:
David AndersSenior Writer, Broadband Content
David joined the Allconnect team in 2017, specializing in broadband and TV content. His work has been referenced by a variety of sources, including ArcGIS, DIRECTV and more. As a Senior Writer, David is motivate… Read more
Edited by:
Robin LaytonEditor, Broadband & Wireless Content
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