OneWeb vs. Starlink: Which Satellite Solution to Choose? | Advanced Tracking
🛰️ Comparative Guide — LEO Satellite
OneWeb vs Starlink:
which solution to choose?
Two LEO constellations, two philosophies. Discover which satellite solution matches your profile: business, maritime, defense, industry, or nomadic use.
195
Mbps OneWeb
220
Mbps Starlink
<50
ms LEO Latency
SLA
Guaranteed OneWeb
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Business & Industry
SMEs, key accounts, industrial sites, WAN backup
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Maritime & Navigation
Pleasure boat, yacht, commercial vessel
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Defense & Public Safety
Armed forces, crisis management, rescue
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Critical Infrastructure
Energy, pipeline, mines, offshore platforms
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Nomadic Use & Mobility
Vehicle, motorhome, mobile construction site, expedition
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Communities & White Zones
Isolated village, island, rural area without terrestrial network
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Business & Industry
WAN backup, business continuity, remote sites — Recommended Solutions
⭐ Recommended for Business
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Intellian OW11FL — OneWeb Eutelsat
OneWeb / Eutelsat LEO Satellite
Benchmark enterprise terminal on the Eutelsat OneWeb network. AESA technology, contractually guaranteed SLA/CIR, end-to-end AES-256 encryption. Ideal for organizations that demand maximum performance and service commitments.
DL Speedup to 195 Mbps
UL Speedup to 32 Mbps
SLA / CIR✓ Contractually Guaranteed
SecurityAES-256 + Static IP
Temperature−40°C to +55°C
ProtectionIP66
⭐ High Performance
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Hughes LEO HL1120W — OneWeb
OneWeb LEO Satellite
High-performance Full Duplex LEO terminal on the OneWeb constellation. Self-pointing ESA antenna with no moving parts, integrated Wi-Fi 6, differentiated QoS and multi-APN. Designed for critical infrastructure and multi-site businesses.
DL Speed195 Mbps
UL Speed32 Mbps
Radio ModeFull Duplex
IDUWi-Fi 6 + 2× GigE
Temperature−40°C to +55°C
CertificationsCE / FCC / UKCA
Starlink Alternative
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Starlink Flat High Performance
Starlink LEO Satellite
High-performance Starlink antenna for businesses. Motorized auto-orientation, 120° field of view, extreme wind resistance (270+ km/h). Suitable solution if contractual SLAs are not essential and budget is a priority.
DL Speedup to 220 Mbps
SLA / CIRBest-effort (not guaranteed)
SecurityStandard (no AES-256)
Temperature−40°C to +60°C
ProtectionIP56
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Hughes LEO HL1100W — OneWeb
OneWeb LEO Satellite
Compact Half Duplex LEO terminal. Ideal for remote sites, SMEs, and backup solutions. Simplified installation with RG-6 cable up to 30.5 m. Optimal performance/cost ratio for non-critical needs.
DL Speed75 Mbps
UL Speed14 Mbps
Radio ModeHalf Duplex
ODU Weight10.6 kg
Temperature−40°C to +55°C
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Maritime & Navigation
Pleasure boating, yachting, commercial vessels, offshore fishing — Recommended Solutions
⭐ Recommended for Pleasure Boating
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Starlink Maritime
Starlink LEO Satellite
Benchmark maritime satellite internet solution for pleasure boating and yachts. Global coverage, speeds up to 220 Mbps, low latency. Ideal for staying connected at sea, streaming, video calls, remote management. Flexible subscription managed by Advanced Tracking.
DL Speedup to 220 Mbps
CoverageGlobal (excluding poles)
UsagePleasure boating, yacht, fishing
SubscriptionMonthly, suspendable
ManagementAdvanced Tracking
⭐ Professional Vessels
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Intellian OW11FL — Maritime Pro
OneWeb / Eutelsat LEO Satellite
For commercial vessels, offshore fishing, or demanding yachts requiring guaranteed SLAs and enhanced security. AESA technology with seamless handovers between satellites, IP66 protection, guaranteed operation in extreme marine conditions.
DL Speedup to 195 Mbps
SLA / CIR✓ Guaranteed
ProtectionIP66 (marine)
HandoverSmooth & continuous
Temperature−40°C to +55°C
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Defense & Public Safety
Armed forces, crisis management, emergencies, Arctic zones — Recommended Solutions
⭐ Recommended for Defense
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Intellian OW11FL — Defense & Government
OneWeb / Eutelsat LEO Satellite
Benchmark solution for government and defense applications. End-to-end AES-256 AEAD encryption, FIPS 140-3 and Common Criteria compatible. Static IPs, MPLS support, integrated enterprise firewall. Full polar coverage thanks to the OneWeb constellation.
SecurityAES-256 AEAD + FIPS 140-3
Polar Coverage✓ Complete
Static IPs✓ Available
MPLS✓ Supported
Temperature−40°C to +55°C
Rapid Deployment
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Hughes LEO HL1120W — Emergencies & Crisis
OneWeb LEO Satellite
Self-pointing terminal operational in minutes without specialized training. Ideal for emergency deployments, mobile command centers, and inter-agency coordination. OneWeb polar coverage, extreme robustness −40°C to +55°C.
DeploymentNo training required
DL Speed195 Mbps
Polar Coverage✓ Complete
Temperature−40°C to +55°C
CertificationsCE / FCC / UKCA
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Critical Infrastructure
Energy, pipeline, mining, offshore platforms, precision agriculture — Recommended solutions
⭐ Industry Recommended
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Intellian OW11FL — Industrial Sites
LEO Satellite OneWeb / Eutelsat
Designed for the most hostile environments: mines, quarries, oil platforms, drilling sites. IP66 protection, temperatures from −40°C to +55°C. High-speed connectivity for SCADA supervision, industrial IoT, team communications, and critical data transfers.
ProtectionIP66
Temperature−40°C to +55°C
SLA / CIR✓ Guaranteed
SCADA / IoT✓ Compatible
DL Speedup to 195 Mbps
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Hughes LEO HL1100W — Monitoring & Backup
LEO Satellite OneWeb
Compact terminal ideal for remote monitoring points, measurement stations, and backup solutions. Low power consumption (130 W typ.), simplified installation, DC power compatible. Perfect for pipelines, energy networks, and isolated sites.
Power Consumption130 W (typ.)
Power Supply100–240 V AC / DC
DL Speed75 Mbps
ODU Weight10.6 kg
Temperature−40°C to +55°C
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Mobile & Nomadic Use
Vehicle, mobile construction site, expedition, camper van — Recommended solutions
⭐ Mobility Recommended
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Starlink Flat High Performance — Mobility
LEO Satellite Starlink
The Starlink Flat High Performance antenna excels in mobile applications thanks to its motorized auto-orientation and 120° field of view. Ideal for vehicles, mobile construction sites, camper vans, and expeditions. Flexible monthly subscription with no long-term commitment.
DL Speedup to 220 Mbps
OrientationMotorized auto
Field of View120°
Wind Resistance270+ km/h
Temperature−40°C to +60°C
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Hughes LEO HL1100W — Rapid Deployment
LEO Satellite OneWeb
Compact and lightweight terminal (10.6 kg) with instant auto-pointing. Operational without specialized training, ideal for temporary deployments, construction sites, and rotating sites. IFL cable up to 30.5 m for flexible installation.
ODU Weight10.6 kg
Auto-pointing✓ Instantaneous
IFL CableUp to 30.5 m
DL Speed75 Mbps
Power Supply100–240 V AC / DC
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Communities & White Spots
Isolated village, island, rural area, cellular backhaul — Recommended solutions
⭐ White Spot Recommended
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Intellian OW11FL — High-Speed Community Internet
LEO Satellite OneWeb / Eutelsat
High-speed internet connection for isolated villages, rural communities, islands, and areas without terrestrial infrastructure. Community WiFi distribution with speeds up to 195 Mbps shared among multiple users. 4G/5G cellular backhaul for network extension in white spots.
DL Speedup to 195 Mbps
4G/5G Backhaul✓ Compatible
Multi-user✓ Optimized
SLA✓ Guaranteed
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Starlink Flat High Performance — White Spots
LEO Satellite Starlink
An economical alternative for white spots with less stringent connectivity requirements in terms of SLA. Rapid deployment, monthly subscription with no long-term commitment. Suitable for small communities and residential use in isolated areas.
DL Speedup to 220 Mbps
SLABest-effort
DeploymentRapid
SubscriptionFlexible monthly
Detailed comparison
Technical Analysis
OneWeb vs Starlink — Complete Comparison Table
All key criteria for choosing the right solution for your needs
| Criterion | 🛰️ OneWeb (Hughes / Intellian) | ⚡ Starlink |
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| 📊 Network Performance | ||
| Download Speed (DL) | up to 195 Mbps | up to 220 Mbps |
| Upload Speed (UL) | up to 32 Mbps | Not communicated |
| Latency | < 50 ms (LEO) | < 50 ms (LEO) |
| Throughput Type | ✓ Guaranteed CIR (dedicated) | ✗ Best-effort (shared) |
| 🔒 Security & Compliance | ||
| Encryption | ✓ AES-256 AEAD end-to-end | Standard (not AES-256) |
| Static IPs | ✓ Available | ✗ Not available |
| MPLS Support | ✓ Supported | ✗ Not supported |
| FIPS 140-3 Compliance | ✓ Compatible | ✗ Not certified |
| Common Criteria | ✓ Compatible | ✗ Not certified |
| 📋 Service Commitments | ||
| Contractual SLAs | ✓ Guaranteed (availability, speed) | ✗ No SLA |
| Dedicated Business Support | ✓ Dedicated Hughes / Intellian Support | Via Advanced Tracking |
| Centralized Billing | ✓ Yes (Hughes) | Via Advanced Tracking |
| 🌍 Geographical Coverage | ||
| Global Coverage | ✓ Near-global | ✓ Near-global |
| Polar Coverage | ✓ Full (arctic regions) | Partial (expanding) |
| Conflict / Sensitive Zones | ✓ Operational (European network) | Possible restrictions (SpaceX) |
| Data Sovereignty | ✓ Eutelsat (European) | SpaceX (American) |
| 🏗️ Installation & Robustness | ||
| Auto-pointing | ✓ ESA / AESA (electronic) | Motorized (moving parts) |
| Moving Parts | ✓ None (ESA) | Yes (orientation motor) |
| IP Protection | IP66 (Intellian) / IP65 (Hughes) | IP56 (Starlink) |
| Temperature Range | −40°C to +55°C | −40°C to +60°C |
| Wind Resistance | Not communicated | 270+ km/h |
| 💰 Business Model | ||
| Contract Type | Enterprise contracts (SLA) | Flexible monthly subscription |
| Minimum Commitment | Typical annual contract | 3 months (antenna release) |
| Pricing | Upon quote (enterprise) | Transparent (monthly) |
| Primary Target | Businesses, governments, defense | General public, SMEs, leisure |
Why OneWeb?
Key Differentiators
The 8 Decisive Advantages of OneWeb
What OneWeb offers that Starlink cannot guarantee
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Guaranteed Contractual SLAs
Availability, speed, and latency guaranteed by contract. Essential for businesses and critical applications.
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End-to-End AES-256 Security
Government-grade encryption on all connections. FIPS 140-3 and Common Criteria compatible for sensitive applications.
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European Sovereignty
Eutelsat OneWeb is a European operator. Data hosted in Europe, GDPR compliant, independent of American legislation.
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Full Polar Coverage
OneWeb covers Arctic and Antarctic regions where Starlink remains limited. Essential for high-latitude operations.
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No Moving Parts (ESA)
ESA/AESA technology: electronic self-pointing without motors. Maximum reliability, zero mechanical maintenance, instant deployment.
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Static IPs & MPLS
Fixed IP addresses and MPLS support for private enterprise networks. Seamless integration into existing SD-WAN architectures.
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Dedicated Bandwidth (CIR)
Dedicated capacity not shared with general consumers. Consistent performance even during peak hours, without degradation.
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Designed for Enterprise
OneWeb was designed from the outset for enterprise and government use, unlike Starlink which was initially consumer-oriented.
Conclusion
Our recommendation
Which solution to choose?
A clear summary to guide your decision based on your priorities
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Choose OneWeb if…
Hughes HL1100W / HL1120W · Intellian OW11FL
Contractually guaranteed SLAs — assured availability and throughput
Critical security — end-to-end AES-256 encryption, FIPS 140-3 compliance
Operations in polar or Arctic zones (full OneWeb coverage)
Static IPs and MPLS support required for your private network
Enterprise, public administration, or defense organization
European data sovereignty is essential (GDPR, compliance)
Dedicated unshared bandwidth — guaranteed CIR in all circumstances
Extreme industrial environments — mines, offshore, oil platforms
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Choose Starlink if…
Starlink Maritime · Starlink Flat High Performance
Affordable and flexible solution with no long-term commitment
Boater, sailor, or yacht owner wishing to stay connected at sea
Mobile use with motorized self-orientation (vehicle, construction site)
SLAs and advanced security are not essential for your use
Suspendable monthly subscription for seasonal use
Budget takes priority over service level guarantees
Quick installation without special technical expertise
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