Comparison guide

Starlink, fibre or 4G/5G for your business?

Each connection technology has different strengths and different limits. See when each one fits and when it is worth combining them.

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Overview

Three different routes to the internet

Fibre and VDSL reach your premises by cable from the provider's street cabinet. 4G/5G uses mobile network masts. Starlink connects to satellites in low orbit and only needs a clear view of the sky.

The right choice depends on where your business is, what infrastructure exists in the area and how much an outage costs you. For many businesses the best answer is a main line plus a backup line using a different technology.

The options

What each one does

Fibre / VDSL

A wired connection from the provider through a street cabinet. Fibre to the premises (FTTH) gives the best stability, while VDSL depends on your distance from the cabinet.

Best for: Offices and shops in areas where a fibre network is available.

Very stable speed
The lowest latency
High upload on FTTH
Barely affected by weather

Not available everywhere
Activation can take time
A fault at your cabinet leaves you offline

Starlink

A low-orbit satellite connection with a dish on the roof. It works almost anywhere with a clear view of the sky, with no ground cables.

Best for: Remote locations and a backup line for critical businesses.

Available almost everywhere
Independent of local infrastructure
Quick to activate
Low latency for satellite

Needs a clear view of the sky
Heavy rain can affect it
Equipment and subscription costs

4G/5G

A connection over the mobile network using a router and a SIM card. Performance depends on the signal at your location and on how many users share the same mast.

Best for: Temporary sites and an affordable backup line.

Instant activation with a SIM
Small, portable equipment
A good backup option

Speed changes during the day
Depends on signal at your site
Possible data limits

Comparison

Side by side

The green mark shows the best option for each criterion.

	Fibre / VDSL	Starlink	4G/5G
Availability	Only where the network exists	Almost everywhere with clear sky	Wherever the signal is good
Speed stability	Very stable	Good, with some variation	Depends on mast load
Latency	The lowest	Low for satellite	Moderate and variable
Upload	High on FTTH, limited on VDSL	Moderate	Variable
Time to activate	Days to weeks	As soon as the dish is installed	Instant with a SIM
Weather impact	Minimal	Possible in heavy rain	Small
Reliance on local infrastructure	Cables and cabinet	None on the ground	Provider's mast
As a backup line	Rarely, often the same route	Very good, independent route	Good and affordable
Cost	Depends on the provider's plan	Equipment and subscription, see starlink.com	Depends on data use

Our advice

What to choose

If fibre (FTTH) is available in your areaMake it your main line. If an outage costs you money, add Starlink or 4G/5G as a backup.

If you are in an area without fibre or with slow VDSLStarlink is usually the most reliable main connection, with 4G/5G as a backup where there is signal.

If your business stops without internetCombine two different technologies on a dual-WAN router with automatic failover.

If you need a connection for a few months or on a building siteStart with 4G/5G if the signal is good, otherwise with Starlink, which is easy to move.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Can Starlink fully replace fibre?

In areas without fibre, yes, and it is often the best option available. Where FTTH exists, fibre gives more stable speed and lower latency. There, Starlink is more valuable as a backup line.

How much does Starlink cost for a business?

Equipment and subscription prices change often, so check the current price on starlink.com. We include the cost of installation and setup in our written quote.

What is failover and how does it work?

Failover is the automatic switch to a second line when the main one goes down. A dual-WAN router checks the connection constantly and, if it stops responding, sends traffic over the second line. When the main line comes back, it switches back to it.

Does weather affect Starlink?

Very heavy rain or snow can temporarily reduce speed or briefly interrupt the connection. Placing the dish correctly, with no obstructions, reduces problems. That is why we check the view of the sky before installation.

Is 4G/5G worth it as a backup instead of Starlink?

If your premises have good mobile signal, 4G/5G is an affordable backup. In a major outage in the area, however, it can be affected too. Starlink does not depend on ground infrastructure, so it gives a more independent route.

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