Airtel Xstream, Jio AirFiber, and Starlink: India’s internet sector is about to enter a new phase. Elon Musk’s SpaceX satellite internet project, Starlink, has revealed its monthly plans for India. This begs the question of whether Starlink can compete with the top network providers in the nation, such as Airtel Xstream and Jio AirFiber.
Starlink offers to connect places that are not yet connected to the internet, while Jio and Airtel are offering fast and affordably priced internet through fiber and 5G networks in cities and villages. Let us see how Starlink stacks up against the two biggest businesses in India.
By installing a dish on the roof and linking it directly to a satellite in the sky, Starlink offers internet connectivity via satellite. The ability to access the internet even in areas without fiber networks or mobile towers is its greatest benefit. Rural and hilly places will benefit from this. To make sure that communications via satellite remain open however, wide skies are needed.
What is the winner as far as of price?
Starlink’s prices are far higher than those of all other companies. Starlink charges ₹8,600 for a monthly plan and ₹34,000 for a one-time hardware purchase. Airtel’s most affordable package starts at ₹499, while Jio’s starts at ₹399. Both Jio and Airtel offer premium plans that start at ₹3,999. This makes it quite evident that both businesses are very cost-effective.
Who Has the Fastest Internet?
The typical speed range for Starlink is between 25 and 220 Mbps. The entry-level service from Jio offers 30 Mbps, while the cheapest plan from Airtel gives 40 Mbps. All three firms’ premium plans, however, provide speeds exceeding 1 Gbps, which is better for urban consumers.
Free Deals and Add-ons
To give new users a chance to test it out, Starlink offers a 30-day trial. Users of Airtel can subscribe to Google One cloud storage and the Perplexity Pro AI search engine. OTT services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and JioHotstar are included in Jio’s package.
Differences in Tech
The most notable feature of Starlink is its satellite technology, which delivers internet directly from orbit. In contrast, Jio and Airtel provide internet via 5G and fiber networks that are linked to cables and towers located on the ground. For this reason, Starlink might be a better choice in rural regions, although Jio and Airtel provide more reliable faster service in cities and towns.
For whom is it better?
Jio and Airtel are excellent choices if you live in a city or town and want cheap, fast, limitless data and OTT video. However, Starlink can be helpful if you reside in a place where fiber or mobile networks are still available.