Starlink Mini 2 is the second generation of SpaceX's portable satellite dish. Its most important innovation is its removable 71 Wh battery: according to the official page, up to 4.5 hours of connection is possible on a single charge. Pre-order is currently available to invited US users only. However, there is no official price or sales date in Türkiye.
Starlink announced Mini 2 from its X account on November 10, 2026. The company wrote that up to 4.5 hours of connection can be achieved with the quick-change battery, and that it can also be plugged in via USB-C if desired. He added that thanks to built-in Wi-Fi, you can get online in about 60 seconds if the sky is clear.
What does Starlink Mini 2 bring?
The main difference is on the power side. The first Starlink Mini always required an external source such as an outlet, car socket or portable charger. On the Mini 2, the battery is attached to the back of the antenna and removed without tools. According to the official page, the battery weighs 490 grams, charges 60 W via USB-C and can also provide up to 60 W power from the same port. It is possible to stay online while charging. When finished, a spare Mini 2 battery can be inserted. The company says that this spare battery will be sold separately, but does not disclose its price.
In addition to the antenna, the box includes a battery, support stand, 60 W USB-C power supply and a 3-meter USB-C cable. The device weighs 1.6 kilograms with battery and support stand. Dimensions on the official page: 263 x 314 x 23.1 millimeters; The body is noticeably thinner than the first model. In the official technical documentation of the first Mini, the thickness was 38.5 millimeters and the weight with the support leg was 1.16 kilograms.
The router is also skipping a generation. Mini 2 promises coverage of up to 167 square meters with Wi-Fi 6; In the first model, this figure was Wi-Fi 5 and 112 square meters. IP67 dust and water rating stands, field of view is officially 110 degrees. A standard 1/4-20 tripod mount has also been added. The Ethernet port is not mentioned in the official text. Some news say that this port does not exist by looking at product images, but there is no definitive explanation.
Where does $999 come from?
There is no price list on the official Starlink Mini 2 page. The page says pre-ordering is open to invited US users, it's coming to more customers and countries soon, and the first year of service is included in the package. So the $999 figure comes from the invitation emails. According to PCMag and The Verge, the package costs $ 999 plus tax; It includes 12 months of Roam Unlimited service, and SpaceX lists it as worth $2,100. A $100 refundable deposit is now required, with the remaining $899 plus tax deducted when the device ships. Delivery estimate is mid-December 2026. The email also states that this price and the included annual service are exclusive to this invitation only.
This framework is important. Because you already need a Roam plan to use Mini in the USA. The plan includes unlimited data, on-the-go usage up to 160 kilometers per hour, and international usage for up to 30 days at a time. The package seems more meaningful for someone who will already pay for a year's service. For someone who just wants the hardware, the distance is big: the first Mini was released in 2024 by invitation at $ 599, today it is down to $ 149 in the USA.
A cheaper route may open later. The day before the launch, YouTube channel DISHYtech wrote that it had come across a "Mini 2 Beta" price tag of $249 and a $50 replacement battery listing in the Starlink.com interface. SpaceX did not confirm these figures; These should be read as unconfirmed clues, not as prices. The only official thing is that the spare battery will be sold separately.
Who should buy now, who should wait?
In our opinion, the battery solves the most common complaint about the Mini. But 4.5 hours is enough for a work session or camping evening; A single battery cannot cover a weekend without an outlet. In a software leak in July 2026, it was suggested that the new antenna could broadcast less frequently to save power, which could reduce the upload speed. SpaceX has not confirmed this; That's why real speed tests are a must. For someone who will need constant power from the vehicle, the discounted first Mini may still be a cheaper option.
