Starlink Mini Review: Is It Worth It? ๐
Unboxing, setup, and real-world speed test of Starlink Mini in the forest. Is this compact satellite internet worth it? Find out!

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488.8K views โข Oct 26, 2025

About this video
I just picked up the Starlink Mini, and in this video Iโll unbox it, set it up, test real-world speeds, and see how it performs deep in the forest with zero cell signal. Iโll also cover costs, plans, accessories, and whether the Starlink Mini is actually worth it in 2025. Weโve been using Starlink on our off-grid homestead for over 4 years, but this is my first time testing the new portable Starlink Mini. Can this smaller dish deliver the same performance as the full-size system? Letโs find out โ including a Starlink Mini gaming test, forest internet test, and a full breakdown of real power draw and speed results.
๐ Grab the Starlink deal here: https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-4564120-73178-63&app_source=share
๐ MORE OF MY RESOURECES ๐
Tiny Home Building Plans - https://stan.store/thisiswildhomestead/p/tiny-home-plans
Off-grid Bathroom Plans - https://stan.store/thisiswildhomestead/p/offgrid-bathroom-plans
FREE Emergency Kit E-Book - https://stan.store/thisiswildhomestead/p/free-emergency-ebook
Ultimate Guide to Starting your Homestead - https://stan.store/thisiswildhomestead/p/ultimate-guide-to-starting-your-homestead
๐ฆ Starlink Mini Price (as of 2025):
$299 USD / $399 CAD
Use my link below for a free month of service or a potential hardware discount (based on your region).
๐ https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-4564120-73178-63&app_source=share
โ๏ธ Starlink Mini Features Covered:
- Starlink Mini setup and alignment guide
- Power consumption (20โ30 watts typical use)
- Standby, Roam 50GB, and Roam Unlimited plans explained
- Using Starlink Mini for vanlife, camping, and off-grid work
- Comparison: Starlink Mini vs Gen 3 Residential
- Real-world gaming test and latency results
โญ What youโll see in this video:
00:00 โ Starlink Mini unboxing & setup
01:57 โ First connection and low-speed plan test
03:09 โ Starlink Mini Roam plan vs Standby plan
04:07 โ Speed testing
06:06 โ Real-world Streaming results
06:41 โ Gaming performance
08:18 โ Starlink Mini pricing and accessories
10:45 โ Is the Starlink Mini Worth it?
12:39 โ Final considerations and verdict
If youโre new here, Iโm David โ a DIY homesteader sharing how we stay connected, powered, and grounded in nature. Subscribe for more off-grid tech tests, homestead projects, and real-world reviews.
#StarlinkMini #Starlink2025 #OffGridInternet #StarlinkMiniTest #StarlinkMiniSetup #VanlifeInternet #PortableInternet #StarlinkMiniReview #StarlinkSpeedTest #StarlinkGaming #HomesteadInternet
๐ Grab the Starlink deal here: https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-4564120-73178-63&app_source=share
๐ MORE OF MY RESOURECES ๐
Tiny Home Building Plans - https://stan.store/thisiswildhomestead/p/tiny-home-plans
Off-grid Bathroom Plans - https://stan.store/thisiswildhomestead/p/offgrid-bathroom-plans
FREE Emergency Kit E-Book - https://stan.store/thisiswildhomestead/p/free-emergency-ebook
Ultimate Guide to Starting your Homestead - https://stan.store/thisiswildhomestead/p/ultimate-guide-to-starting-your-homestead
๐ฆ Starlink Mini Price (as of 2025):
$299 USD / $399 CAD
Use my link below for a free month of service or a potential hardware discount (based on your region).
๐ https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-4564120-73178-63&app_source=share
โ๏ธ Starlink Mini Features Covered:
- Starlink Mini setup and alignment guide
- Power consumption (20โ30 watts typical use)
- Standby, Roam 50GB, and Roam Unlimited plans explained
- Using Starlink Mini for vanlife, camping, and off-grid work
- Comparison: Starlink Mini vs Gen 3 Residential
- Real-world gaming test and latency results
โญ What youโll see in this video:
00:00 โ Starlink Mini unboxing & setup
01:57 โ First connection and low-speed plan test
03:09 โ Starlink Mini Roam plan vs Standby plan
04:07 โ Speed testing
06:06 โ Real-world Streaming results
06:41 โ Gaming performance
08:18 โ Starlink Mini pricing and accessories
10:45 โ Is the Starlink Mini Worth it?
12:39 โ Final considerations and verdict
If youโre new here, Iโm David โ a DIY homesteader sharing how we stay connected, powered, and grounded in nature. Subscribe for more off-grid tech tests, homestead projects, and real-world reviews.
#StarlinkMini #Starlink2025 #OffGridInternet #StarlinkMiniTest #StarlinkMiniSetup #VanlifeInternet #PortableInternet #StarlinkMiniReview #StarlinkSpeedTest #StarlinkGaming #HomesteadInternet
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Oct 26, 2025
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