Good job! In 5 weeks I'm going full time nomad and still haven't decided on how to stay connected. Thanks for reminding me of the Garmin option. I won't be way off the beaten path but for a few days at a time will be, and with the Garmin I could still send my daily text to me kids. Good luck with your channel, I'm going to look at some more now.
Starlink is and has still been an absolute game changer for me. If you know someone close to you that has it, I highly recommend checking it out. If you're not going too far off the beaten path and know you will have cell service, getting a jetpack for hot spotting is likely the best route. For me though, Starlink all the way!
I suspect you purchased before the mobility version of the Starlink came out. Would you ever think of swapping versions? I believe the only plus would be able to have it connect even while moving.
I use starlink mounted on roof racks in a case. I had to modify the dish and purchase the case which is pretty expensive. I changed the router and input to DC to save battery draw. I can turn both router and dish on with toggle switches mounted on my dash. I notice the power draw is still pretty significant, so I don’t run it and my fridge when parked for too long unless the sun is charging my second battery. I live in an area with very shoddy cell service so being able to get internet while moving and streaming music is awesome.
I don't know if I will ever flat mount conversion mine but do plan on doing a 12v conversion. My setup has changed quite a bit from this video but Starlink has still been a major addition !
@@johnejohnsoninformationtec8998 You can see it in a recent video I uploaded on the channel. I don't use a case for the dish anymore and instead just bungee it inside the bed of the truck.
Thank you for the comparison I’m currently trying to make a decision on which of the two are best for me. I’m leaning on star link but haven’t fully decided
They just released the gen 3 unit for starlink so you might be able to even pick up the gen 2 (the one I have) for even cheaper now. There was talks that the actual dish would be smaller but from what I have seen, I don't think that is the case.
@@hunter_pauley they look to be the same size. The equipment cost is the same I just need to read up on the roaming plan. Looking more like star link is the best solution for me
Yes and if needed, I will just use the starlink stand and the stock 75 foot cable to move it. You can also upgrade to a 150 foot cable if needed. If neither of those work, I have read some people do the “5 gallon bucket” method and drop the dish face up in there. Essentially you’re forcing the dish to point straight up for a signal vs being obstructed by the trees. I haven’t tried it yet but folks seem to have good luck.
@@ericrdutton looks solid and will get a lot of people into the ecosystem. I have also since done a 12v conversion with mine. That alone helps save a lot of extra power as well.
@@hunter_pauley I have had luck with a 65W PD battery bank that can give you a few hours of use if you want to throw the Mini in a backpack. Otherwise, I will use a larger Jackery or the vehicle itself. The 50GB Roam plan with $1/GB overage toggled on works well up to 165GB, where the unlimited plan would then be cheaper. Mine is paused at the moment. Make your Starlink network a "metered network" in Wi-Fi properties, and know where to *temporarily* turn off app and system auto-updates. That helps conserve data, along with keeping streaming data down to 480 or 720...sometimes 1024. Never 4K.
Super informative. I work very similarly and the we boost just isn't doing the trick. Good tips for the packing case on the starlink too. Keep up the great vids.
I’d like to try the weboost. But I am going to be purchasing Starlink as well. The weboost has no cell plan. A 1 time purchase of 300-500$. As for starlink I would like to convert or buy the mobile roamer version. But the plans are going up to 250$ which gets very expensive. I like that you can pause your membership at anytime I had not heard that before.
My roam package is $150 per month and I have had it paused since October. I think the WeBoost is a valid option if you are in areas where you THINK you will have cell service. Most of the spots I go to, this is not the case.
I only kept starlink and the garmin for SOS since I hike with it. The iPhone 16 has the satellite messaging for free for 2 years and it works really well. Sends messages faster than the Garmin in the few times I’ve used it.
@@hunter_pauley Right. I was just wondering about "during the drive", getting *to* the location(s) where cell=0. I would think weBoost can extend your cell > 0 reach while on your way. But I get what you're saying. What was it like using Starlink while driving? How did you mount your dish so as to point in useful direction while also dealing with wind forces? Is it practical to leave it as a permanent solution? Thanks so much for your insight Hunter!!
Good job! In 5 weeks I'm going full time nomad and still haven't decided on how to stay connected. Thanks for reminding me of the Garmin option. I won't be way off the beaten path but for a few days at a time will be, and with the Garmin I could still send my daily text to me kids. Good luck with your channel, I'm going to look at some more now.
Starlink is and has still been an absolute game changer for me. If you know someone close to you that has it, I highly recommend checking it out. If you're not going too far off the beaten path and know you will have cell service, getting a jetpack for hot spotting is likely the best route.
For me though, Starlink all the way!
Great informative video. Thank you!
Thank you!!!
I suspect you purchased before the mobility version of the Starlink came out. Would you ever think of swapping versions? I believe the only plus would be able to have it connect even while moving.
I believe you are talking about the high performance dish maybe? At the price point of 2500 for just the equipment, I couldn’t justify it.
@@hunter_pauley yup. Gotcha. Makes sense.
Mobile is super expensive. Cheaper to go the regular dish route and modify it with a flat case
I use starlink mounted on roof racks in a case. I had to modify the dish and purchase the case which is pretty expensive. I changed the router and input to DC to save battery draw. I can turn both router and dish on with toggle switches mounted on my dash. I notice the power draw is still pretty significant, so I don’t run it and my fridge when parked for too long unless the sun is charging my second battery. I live in an area with very shoddy cell service so being able to get internet while moving and streaming music is awesome.
I don't know if I will ever flat mount conversion mine but do plan on doing a 12v conversion. My setup has changed quite a bit from this video but Starlink has still been a major addition !
@@hunter_pauley have any photos of your install and the case you are using?
@@johnejohnsoninformationtec8998 You can see it in a recent video I uploaded on the channel. I don't use a case for the dish anymore and instead just bungee it inside the bed of the truck.
Nice job, thanks for the info
No worries! Thanks for watching.
Thank you for the comparison I’m currently trying to make a decision on which of the two are best for me. I’m leaning on star link but haven’t fully decided
They just released the gen 3 unit for starlink so you might be able to even pick up the gen 2 (the one I have) for even cheaper now. There was talks that the actual dish would be smaller but from what I have seen, I don't think that is the case.
@@hunter_pauley they look to be the same size. The equipment cost is the same I just need to read up on the roaming plan. Looking more like star link is the best solution for me
Have you been in a situation that trees completely blocked your signal. We have a travel trailer and like to park in the shade.
Yes and if needed, I will just use the starlink stand and the stock 75 foot cable to move it. You can also upgrade to a 150 foot cable if needed.
If neither of those work, I have read some people do the “5 gallon bucket” method and drop the dish face up in there. Essentially you’re forcing the dish to point straight up for a signal vs being obstructed by the trees. I haven’t tried it yet but folks seem to have good luck.
Where did you get the bracket for the roof rack and the Starlink?
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Curious to see what you think of the new mobile starlink thing
@@ericrdutton looks solid and will get a lot of people into the ecosystem. I have also since done a 12v conversion with mine. That alone helps save a lot of extra power as well.
@@hunter_pauley I have had luck with a 65W PD battery bank that can give you a few hours of use if you want to throw the Mini in a backpack. Otherwise, I will use a larger Jackery or the vehicle itself. The 50GB Roam plan with $1/GB overage toggled on works well up to 165GB, where the unlimited plan would then be cheaper. Mine is paused at the moment. Make your Starlink network a "metered network" in Wi-Fi properties, and know where to *temporarily* turn off app and system auto-updates. That helps conserve data, along with keeping streaming data down to 480 or 720...sometimes 1024. Never 4K.
Super informative. I work very similarly and the we boost just isn't doing the trick. Good tips for the packing case on the starlink too. Keep up the great vids.
The husky case has been clutch for transporting the starlink. Glad you found the video insightful and helpful 👌🏽
I’d like to try the weboost. But I am going to be purchasing Starlink as well. The weboost has no cell plan. A 1 time purchase of 300-500$.
As for starlink I would like to convert or buy the mobile roamer version. But the plans are going up to 250$ which gets very expensive. I like that you can pause your membership at anytime I had not heard that before.
My roam package is $150 per month and I have had it paused since October. I think the WeBoost is a valid option if you are in areas where you THINK you will have cell service. Most of the spots I go to, this is not the case.
So which one are you getting rid of?
I only kept starlink and the garmin for SOS since I hike with it. The iPhone 16 has the satellite messaging for free for 2 years and it works really well. Sends messages faster than the Garmin in the few times I’ve used it.
Do you use Starlink while driving?? If it isn’t practical, does it not make sense to keep the weBoost as well?
@@avr01 I have used it while driving. WeBoost isn’t practical in my application because there is zero chance of getting service where I’m at.
@@hunter_pauley Right. I was just wondering about "during the drive", getting *to* the location(s) where cell=0. I would think weBoost can extend your cell > 0 reach while on your way. But I get what you're saying. What was it like using Starlink while driving? How did you mount your dish so as to point in useful direction while also dealing with wind forces? Is it practical to leave it as a permanent solution? Thanks so much for your insight Hunter!!
Does anyone know if a Weboost Multihome would work in a camper at a park with one bar? I don’t have service until I walk 20 feet from my camper.
Would improve signal for sure but I’d look into the starlink mini now.
Consider a ham radio with aprs.