1. High initial equipment cost
The initial cost for satellite WiFi is high, such as the Starlink Kit (antenna, stand, router) priced at 499-599 USD (about 12-14 million VND).
2. Monthly subscription fee is not cheap
The Starlink subscription fee is about 99 USD/month (2.3 million VND), much higher than fiber optic internet in Vietnam (about 200,000 VND/month for bandwidth over 100 Mbps).
3. Additional installation costs
Starlink does not charge installation fees, but Hughesnet, Viasat may charge from 100 USD. Depending on the location, you may need to purchase additional extension cables, lightning protection, or special stands.
4. Maintenance and replacement costs
LEO satellites like Starlink have a lifespan of 5-7 years, requiring equipment upgrades/replacements afterward, increasing costs. Outdoor equipment may be damaged by weather, requiring repair/replacement.
5. Data limits and overage fees
Satellite internet often has monthly data limits. Exceeding the limit may incur overage fees or reduced speeds, affecting video streaming, gaming, or large file downloads.
6. Power consumption costs
The Starlink antenna and router consume 50-75W, equivalent to a regular light bulb. Annual electricity costs can reach several hundred thousand VND.
7. Service package upgrade costs
To get higher speeds or more data, you need to upgrade the service package. For example, the global Starlink package costs 200 USD/month (about 4.7 million VND), double the basic package.
Kết luận
Satellite WiFi connects to the internet in areas without fiber optics, but the 3-year TCO can exceed 100 million VND, more expensive than fiber optics. Evaluate needs, compare options, and calculate long-term costs before subscribing.
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Tiếng Việt 
LEO satellites like Starlink have a lifespan of 5-7 years, requiring equipment upgrades/replacements afterward, increasing costs. Outdoor equipment may be damaged by weather, requiring repair/replacement.
To get higher speeds or more data, you need to upgrade the service package. For example, the global Starlink package costs 200 USD/month (about 4.7 million VND), double the basic package.
