SpaceX released the Starlink Mini 2 today as the next version of its smallest portable satellite terminal, packing a dish, router, and removable battery into one unit that works without a nearby outlet or vehicle power source. Early owners who receive an invitation can preorder the hardware for $999, a price that also covers a full year of Roam Unlimited service the company values at $2,100. Shipments to those first U.S. customers are expected to begin in mid-December after a $100 refundable deposit.
Introducing Mini 2, the next-generation portable Starlink. Get up to 4.5 hours of connectivity on a single charge with the quick-swap battery, or plug in with USB-C.
With built-in Wi-Fi, all you need is a clear view of the sky to get online in 60 seconds.
Preorders are now open by invitation in the US. Be the first to know when it’s available → https://t.co/t2pSI1buaW
— Starlink (@Starlink) November 10, 2026
The measurements are 12.36 x 10.35 x 0.91 inches, which is slightly larger for the face than the original Mini, but the body is smaller, less than an inch thick. This brings the overall weight of the battery and fold-up stand to 3.53 pounds, which is around a pound higher than the first one due to the power pack. An IP67 rating keeps dust and water out when you’re out in the wild, and a standard quarter-inch camera thread allows you to attach it to a tripod after the integrated kickstand is folded up and out of the way.
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A quick-release, no-tool deal allows you to clip the battery on and off quickly. SpaceX claims it will provide approximately 4.5 hours of continuous connectivity on a single charge, and owners may switch in a replacement pack while the terminal is online. You can also charge it via USB-C at up to 60 watts, and the package comes with a matching wall converter and a 10-foot cord. Users can even bypass the battery and connect it directly to any suitable USB-C source if necessary. There are LED indications to display how much juice is left, and a true power button replaces the previous version’s plug-and-go feature.
Built-in Wi-Fi 6 replaces the Wi-Fi 5 radio from the original Mini, providing a substantially larger service area of about 1,800 square feet. Connect it to the sky and you’ll be online in about 60 seconds. It also has a 55-degree field of view, which helps it lock onto satellites. The Roam limitless plan included with the pre-order provides limitless high-speed data for streaming video calls, travel at speeds of up to 100 mph, and use abroad for up to 30 days.
They hinted to a $249 terminal and a $50 extra battery on the website, but the actual invitation deal includes a year of service and costs a little more. If you want longer sessions, spare batteries will continue to be supplied separately. More consumers and nations are likely to gain access after the deployment to the United States. If you’re already one of those who spends a lot of time away from stable power, the Mini 2 eliminates the need to carry a separate battery bank, which was required with previous portable Starlink devices.
