Key takeaways
- In the box: The Mini kit includes the Mini with integrated WiFi, kickstand, pipe adapter and flat mount, 15 m DC power cable, power supply, and Starlink Plug.
- That covers wall power only: the 15 m (49.2 ft) DC cable runs from the AC power supply to the Mini.
- Not in the box: Starlink's 5 m USB-C cable (needed for USB-C power banks and chargers), the Mini Car Adapter (select markets), a longer 30 m DC cable, the Ethernet cable and any battery.
- Starlink's US order data lists the Mini Kit at $149 Official spec: From a Starlink specification sheet or help article. Checked Oct 5, 2026 on Roam, or $12.41/month for 12 months.
- Starlink gives a full hardware refund within its 30 days return window; after that, no refund on kits or accessories.
The Starlink Mini kit contains the Mini (with WiFi built in), a kickstand, a pipe adapter and flat mount, a 15 m DC power cable, an AC power supply and a Starlink Plug for the Ethernet port. That’s everything for running it from a wall outlet. It does not include Starlink’s USB-C cable (needed for power banks and USB-C chargers), the Mini Car Adapter, an Ethernet cable, or any battery. Starlink’s US order data lists the kit at $149 Official spec: From a Starlink specification sheet or help article. Checked Oct 5, 2026 on Roam.
In the box
From the “What’s in the box” section of Starlink’s spec sheet: The Mini kit includes the Mini with integrated WiFi, kickstand, pipe adapter and flat mount, 15 m DC power cable, power supply, and Starlink Plug. Official spec: From a Starlink specification sheet or help article. Checked Oct 5, 2026
| Item | What it’s for | Power notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starlink Mini | Dish with integrated WiFi router | 25–40 W Official spec: From a Starlink specification sheet or help article. Checked Oct 5, 2026 average; input 12 V–48 V DC, 60 W rating |
| Kickstand | Sets it up on the ground or a table | — |
| Pipe adapter and flat mount | Pole or flat-surface mounting | The included Mini Pipe Adapter fits poles 31-50 mm (1.25-2 in) in diameter. |
| DC power cable | Power supply to Mini | 15 m (49.2 ft) |
| Power supply | Wall outlet to DC cable | The Mini power supply takes 100-240 V AC, 1.6 A, 50-60 Hz. |
| Starlink Plug | Seals the Ethernet port | Needed for the IP67 rating |
The power supply is weather-rated (The Mini power supply is rated IP66 Type 4.) and light (0.44 lb Official spec: From a Starlink specification sheet or help article. Checked Oct 5, 2026). Starlink doesn’t publish its output wattage in the documents we reviewed; we list that as unverified rather than guess.
What the kit is built for: a wall outlet
The supplied path is AC outlet → power supply → 15 m DC cable → Mini. It works from any household outlet or from a power station’s AC outlet. That’s fine at a cabin or campsite with power, but on a battery you’d be paying an inverter loss for no reason: our runtime walkthrough shows the AC path costs a little runtime, and more on stations whose inverter draws power just by being on.
The power gear that isn’t in the box
Starlink’s Mini accessories guide lists: Starlink's Mini accessories guide lists: Mini Wall Mount, Mini Pivot Mount, Mini Mobility Mount, Mini Roof Rack Mount, Mini Pipe Adapter and Flat Mount, Router Mini, Mini Car Adapter, Mini Travel Kit, Gen 3 Router and Router Mount, Mini DC Power Cable (15 m and 30 m), Mini Starlink Cable (15 m), and Mini USB-C Cable (5 m). Official spec: From a Starlink specification sheet or help article. Checked Oct 5, 2026
The ones that matter for power:
- Mini USB-C Cable. USB-C power requires Starlink's own USB-C to Barrel Jack cable accessory (Mini USB-C Cable), sold in the Starlink Shop. The Starlink Mini USB-C Cable is 5 m (16.4 ft) long and replaces the kit's 15 m power cable. You need it for any USB-C PD power bank, charger or power-station USB-C port. The source must deliver 100 W Official spec: From a Starlink specification sheet or help article. Checked Oct 5, 2026 at 20 V / 5 A; see what “PD 100W” promises.
- Mini Car Adapter. The Starlink Mini Car Adapter plugs into a standard 12-24 V car accessory (cigarette lighter) outlet and powers the Mini via USB-C. The Mini Car Adapter kit contains the car adapter and a Mini USB-C cable. Starlink says the Mini Car Adapter is only available in select markets. Details in car sockets and the Mini.
- Mini DC Power Cable, 30 m. Starlink sells a 30 m (98.4 ft) Mini DC Power Cable for longer runs. Useful when the outlet is far from open sky. On 12 V, a longer cable means more voltage drop; see 12 V amps and wiring.
- A battery. None is sold in the kit. Starlink’s aviation section says In its aviation section Starlink says the Mini can be powered by a battery that meets its power requirements, and runs on 110 VAC or 12-48 VDC, 60 W. Our battery guide sizes one by hours.
What about Power over Ethernet? Power over Ethernet is not supported on Starlink Mini.
Other things people expect and won’t find
- An Ethernet cable. Starlink Mini has one latching Ethernet LAN port with a Starlink Plug; the matching Mini Starlink Cable is sold separately.
- A separate router. The Mini has an integrated WiFi router, so a separate router is not required. Starlink Mini is compatible with all Starlink mesh systems (not third-party mesh, per the Mini X sheet).
- A case. The Mini Travel Kit is separate: The Mini Travel Kit includes a bumper case, a sleeve that doubles as a carrying case, and an accessory pouch for the power components.
- A cover. Starlink advises against them while running: Starlink strongly recommends against adding protective covers, which degrade performance and snow melting.
Price and returns
Starlink's US order data lists the Mini Kit at $149 on Roam (or $12.41/mo for 12 months), and the mini-product-us page says 'Starting at $149'. Official spec: From a Starlink specification sheet or help article. Checked Oct 5, 2026 Prices change; our Mini price page shows the current figure with the date we checked it and how it has moved.
On returns: Starlink gives a full hardware refund if you cancel within the 30-day return period; kits returned after 30 days get no refund. Outside the 30-day window, Starlink gives no refund on any mounts, accessories, or kits. If you’re unsure whether the Mini fits your power setup, test the whole chain (battery, cable, mount) inside that window.
A starter power kit by use
| You’ll power it from | Add to the box |
|---|---|
| Wall outlets only | Nothing |
| A power station’s AC outlet | Nothing (but a DC or USB-C path saves energy) |
| USB-C power banks or a station’s USB-C port | Mini USB-C Cable + a 100 W (20 V / 5 A) source |
| A car’s accessory socket | Mini Car Adapter (where sold), or USB-C cable + 100 W single-port car charger |
| A 12 V battery system | A 12 V lead to the Mini’s barrel jack, fused at the battery, or the USB-C route |
What to do next
Check the current kit price on our Mini price page, then pick your power path with the Mini setup guide. If the Mini will sit in the weather, read is the Mini waterproof.
Questions people ask
What comes with the Starlink Mini?
Starlink's spec sheet lists the Mini with integrated WiFi, a kickstand, a pipe adapter and flat mount, a 15 m DC power cable, a power supply, and a Starlink Plug for the Ethernet port.
Does the Starlink Mini come with a USB-C cable?
No. Starlink's Mini USB-C Cable (5 m) is a separate accessory. You need it to power the Mini from a USB-C PD power bank or charger; it replaces the kit's 15 m DC cable for that use.
Does the Starlink Mini come with a battery?
No, and it has none built in. It runs from its AC power supply, a 12–48 V DC source, or a 100 W USB-C PD source with Starlink's USB-C cable.
Does the Starlink Mini need a separate router?
No. Starlink says the Mini has an integrated WiFi router, so a separate router isn't required. It's compatible with Starlink mesh systems if you need more coverage.
How long is the Starlink Mini power cable?
The kit's DC power cable is 15 m (49.2 ft). Starlink also sells a 30 m DC cable for longer runs.
What size is the Starlink Mini power supply?
Starlink lists its input (100–240 V AC, 1.6 A, 50–60 Hz), an IP66 Type 4 rating and a weight of 0.44 lb. We couldn't find its output wattage in Starlink's spec sheet or help articles.
Sources
- Starlink Mini Specifications (PDF) · retrieved
- Mini Accessories guide (PDF) · retrieved
- Starlink Mini - USB-C Cable (Starlink Help Center) · retrieved
- Starlink Mini - Car Adapter (Starlink Help Center) · retrieved
- Does Starlink Mini have a separate router? (Starlink Help Center) · retrieved
- Starlink public marketing availability API (US, Roam) · retrieved
- How do I return my Starlink kit? (Starlink Help Center) · retrieved
Starlink figures render from our watts table and fact file with the date we checked them. Runtime and solar math uses the planning assumptions on how we get our numbers until bench results replace them.
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