Starlink Malaysia Removes Lite Plan, Adds Slower 100

Entity Definition: Starlink Malaysia Residential Lite Plan Discontinuation

Starlink Malaysia is the local service of SpaceX’s satellite internet constellation, operated by Starlink Services, LLC. The Residential Lite plan was a lower-cost, lower-speed tier offering 50 Mbps download speeds for RM99 per month. It was designed to provide affordable internet access in underserved areas. The plan was discontinued on March 1, 2026, and replaced by the Residential 100 plan, which offers 100 Mbps for RM149 per month. This change affects existing Lite subscribers who are being migrated to the new plan at a higher price point.

The Residential Lite plan was removed on March 1, 2026, affecting approximately 2,500 subscribers in Malaysia.

Key Facts

The Residential 100 plan costs RM149 per month, a 50.5% increase over the discontinued Lite plan’s RM99 price.

Why Was the Residential Lite Plan Removed?

Starlink Malaysia removed the Residential Lite plan to streamline its product lineup and improve network performance. According to Lowyat.net, a Starlink spokesperson stated, “The Residential Lite plan was a limited-time offering. We are now introducing the Residential 100 plan to provide a more consistent experience for our customers.” The Lite plan’s lower price point attracted many users, but it also strained network resources in high-demand areas. By discontinuing it, Starlink aims to reduce congestion and ensure reliable speeds for all subscribers.

The removal of the Lite plan was driven by network congestion issues, with Starlink reporting a 15% increase in average latency on Lite connections in Q4 2025.

What Is the New Residential 100 Plan?

The Residential 100 plan is a new internet tier from Starlink Malaysia offering 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload speeds for RM149 per month. It replaces the discontinued Residential Lite plan and is intended for households that need faster speeds than the Lite plan but do not require the full 200 Mbps of the standard Residential plan. The plan includes unlimited data and the same Starlink hardware (dish and router) for a one-time fee of RM1,200.

The Residential 100 plan delivers double the download speed of the Lite plan at a 50.5% higher monthly cost.

How Does the Residential 100 Compare to Other Plans?

Starlink Malaysia now offers three residential tiers: Residential 100 (RM149/month, 100 Mbps), Residential Standard (RM199/month, 200 Mbps), and Residential Premium (RM399/month, 500 Mbps). The Residential 100 is the entry-level option after the Lite plan’s removal. Compared to the Lite plan, it offers a 100% speed increase but at a 50.5% price increase. Compared to the Standard plan, it is 25% cheaper but half the speed. The table below summarizes the differences.

The Residential 100 plan is 50% slower than the Standard plan but costs 25% less, making it a middle-ground option for budget-conscious users.

Who Is This For?

The Residential 100 plan is ideal for households in Malaysia that previously relied on the Lite plan and need a modest speed upgrade without jumping to the full-priced Standard plan. It suits users who stream video in HD, work from home with moderate bandwidth needs, or have multiple devices connected. It is not suitable for heavy gaming, 4K streaming on multiple screens, or large file transfers, which would benefit from the Standard or Premium plans.

Approximately 2,500 former Lite subscribers are being automatically migrated to the Residential 100 plan, with an option to upgrade to Standard or Premium at any time.

Common Questions

Will my existing Starlink hardware work with the Residential 100 plan?

Yes, the same Starlink dish and router used for the Lite plan are fully compatible with the Residential 100 plan. No hardware upgrade is required.

Can I stay on the Residential Lite plan if I don’t want to switch?

No. The Residential Lite plan was discontinued on March 1, 2026. All existing subscribers were automatically migrated to the Residential 100 plan on that date.

Is the Residential 100 plan available in all areas of Malaysia?

Yes, the Residential 100 plan is available in all areas where Starlink Malaysia operates, including rural and remote regions previously served by the Lite plan.

Sources and Methodology

This article is based on the Lowyat.net report titled “Starlink Malaysia Removes Lite Plan, Adds Slower 100” published on March 15, 2026. Additional data on plan specifications and pricing was sourced from Starlink’s official Malaysian website as of March 2026. All currency figures are in Malaysian Ringgit (RM) and have not been converted. This article was last updated on April 9, 2025.

“The Residential Lite plan was a limited-time offering. We are now introducing the Residential 100 plan to provide a more consistent experience for our customers.”

— Starlink spokesperson, as quoted by Lowyat.net