FAQ
TL;DR: Starlink in Poland now delivers 90-220 Mb/s download and ~55 ms ping [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20232239] “You install the antenna so that it is not covered by anything” [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20232239] Range is global where satellites are visible; the current fee is PLN 335/month [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20245144]
Why it matters: Satellite broadband can replace patchy LTE and already supports 9 TB+ monthly workloads [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20245415]
Quick Facts
• Monthly fee: PLN 335 for Residential plan [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20245144]
• One-time hardware: PLN 2 399 (standard kit, 2023 price) [Starlink FAQ]
• Typical speed: 50–200 Mb/s down, 10–30 Mb/s up [Starlink FAQ]
• Dish power draw: 50–75 W while active [Starlink FAQ]
• Soft cap: 1 TB priority data; slower after or pay extra [Telepolis, 2022]
Does Starlink give me a Polish IP address?
Most users still receive a U.S.-registered public IP, but traffic is routed through a Polish gateway, so regional sites like Netflix PL work [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #20232317] Some users report geo-located Polish addresses via carrier-grade NAT [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20232326]
How fast is Starlink in real-world Polish tests?
Forum tests show 90-220 Mb/s download and 20-30 Mb/s upload with clear sky [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20232239] A new user reported >100 Mb/s right after activation [Elektroda, mariuszkupczyk9429, post #20707553]
What latency should I expect?
Traceroutes to WP.pl showed 55 ms end-to-end, including U.S. transit [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #20232324] Pings of 40–60 ms are typical because satellites orbit at ~550 km [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20232239]
Does the connection drop in bad weather?
Light rain causes little change, but heavy snow or iced fill can interrupt signals for minutes [Starlink Support]. One user notes "It depends on the weather" for short disconnects [Elektroda, KOCUREK1970, post #20110736]
How much power does the dish consume?
The rectangular Dishy draws 50–75 W when online and ~20 W in idle snow-melt mode [Starlink FAQ]. Power comes through the PoE router, so one outlet is enough [Elektroda, KOCUREK1970, post #20110736]
How do I mount the antenna correctly?
- Pick a spot with 100° clear sky view—roof edge or open field.
- Bolt the supplied mast or J-mount; secure cables with UV-rated ties.
- Connect cable to router and power; the dish auto-calibrates in ~15–20 min [Elektroda, mariuszkupczyk9429, post #20707553] "Nothing can block the sky" [Elektroda, KOCUREK1970, post #20110736]
Can I travel with my dish?
Residential kits work within 100 km of the registered address; enabling Roam (formerly Portability) lets you use it across Europe for PLN 247/month extra [Starlink Roam Terms]. One user packs the dish for Spain trips without issues [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20233406]
What does the service cost in Poland, and why did the price change?
The monthly fee fell from PLN 500 to 230, then rose to 335 in Oct 2022 due to higher operating costs and Ukraine subsidies [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, #20245144; #20245380]. Hardware remains PLN 2 399 plus shipping [Starlink FAQ].
Are there data caps or fair-use limits?
Since Nov 2022, Residential users get 1 TB of priority data each month; extra costs PLN 0.10/GB or speeds drop to ~1 Mb/s after the limit [Telepolis, 2022]. Users pushing 9.3 TB per month will now pay more or face throttling [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20245415]
How does Starlink compare with 4G/5G LTE?
In many rural spots LTE gives 50–200 Mb/s for <PLN 50 [Elektroda, matek451, post #20232269] Starlink exceeds LTE where signal is weak or data needs exceed 1 TB. An expert notes, "For PLN 230 it is a damn attractive solution" [Elektroda, m.jastrzebski, post #20245158]
What edge cases or failures should I know about?
Price can change mid-contract; three Polish users returned gear after a 46 % hike [Elektroda, kudlatyzero, post #20245398] Regional streaming may refuse non-EU IPs, and heavy snow can force manual dish clearing [Starlink Support].
What happens during initial setup and calibration?
After power-up, the dish searches satellites and aligns. Users report internet usable within 20 min while speeds stabilise over the first hour [Elektroda, mariuszkupczyk9429, post #20707553] The Starlink app shows obstruction percentages and firmware updates automatically download [Starlink FAQ].
