| Plan | Approx. cost | Data | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roam 100 / 300 GB | Capped high-speed, then slowed | Fine for weekends, not for remote work | |
| Roam Unlimited | Unlimited | 30-day international limit; in-motion rules apply | |
| Personal Maritime | Unlimited, territorial waters | Under 40 ft only. No yachts, no commercial. | |
| Global Priority | Priority blocks, ocean-capable | Overkill for coastal cruising; priced for it |
Plan prices shift — check starlink.com for today's rates before deciding. The tiers matter more than the numbers: capped vs unlimited, territorial vs offshore.
The 40-foot cutoff
Personal Maritime was Starlink's answer to boaters priced out of the old Maritime plans — then they fenced it to non-commercial vessels under 40 feet. If your boat is 41 feet, you're out: Roam Unlimited for coastal work, Global Priority if you're genuinely offshore. It's arbitrary, it's annoying, and it's the rule.
The honest pick for BC cruisers
- Weekender / seasonal: Roam 300 GB in season, Standby in winter. The seasonal math wins — see the numbers.
- Full-time coastal cruiser under 40 ft: Personal Maritime if you qualify — unlimited without watching gigabytes.
- Remote worker / heavy user: Roam Unlimited. Simple, pausable, no surprises.
- Offshore passages: Global Priority. Expensive because it has to be.
One more thing
Plans change. Starlink has reshuffled pricing and terms twice in two years. Before you commit, verify at starlink.com — and if the options make your head hurt, that's what the consultation is for. Ask →