Short answer: pick the spot before the mount. Run the obstruction check in the Starlink app, and only buy a mount if the kit’s own stand can’t reach a clear view of the sky. For a house, a ridge or pole mount lifts the dish above trees and rooflines; for a Starlink Mini, a tripod or stand covers most campsites. Suction mounts suit parked vehicles only. Whatever you choose, follow the kit guide’s fastening and tethering advice.
Last checked: October 10, 2026.
Start with the sky, not the hardware
Starlink satellites are always moving, so the dish has to see a wide, unblocked patch of sky to keep its link as they pass. Branches, poles and rooflines between the dish and the sky cause dropouts, and Starlink tells you to use the obstruction tool in the app to check a location before you mount anything (Standard kit guide; Mini kit guide). If there’s no clear spot at ground level, Starlink suggests going higher: a roof, pole or wall.
- Open the app’s obstruction check and scan from where you plan to put the dish.
- Try a few spots. A metre or two of height, or moving away from a tree line, often changes the result.
- Only then choose the mount that gets the dish to the best spot.
Which mount for which kit
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| Kit | What it comes with | Common upgrades | Starlink wind rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard / Standard 4 / Standard 4 X (Standard accessories guide) | Kickstand base | Ridgeline, pipe adapter or wall mount | Operational 96 km/h+ (60 mph+) (Standard; Standard 4 spec sheets) |
| Starlink Mini | Kickstand, plus Pipe Adapter and Flat Mount | Tripods, vehicle mounts and longer poles | Operational 96 km/h+ (60 mph+) (Mini spec sheet) |
| V5 | Kickstand and pipe adapter (V5 spec sheet; V5 Home Mount guide) | Home Mount (sold separately) (V5 Home Mount guide) | Operational 265 km/h (165 mph) when mounted (V5 spec sheet) |
Wind ratings describe the dish, not your mount. Starlink’s install guides warn that its mounts aren’t built for high winds or hurricane- and tornado-strength gusts, and it tells owners to always add a tether so a sudden gust can’t tear the dish loose (Mini kit guide). Check the accessory’s own limits too; the accessory compatibility guide lists Starlink’s documented mount fits for each kit.
Safety before you drill or drive
- Drilling: when you drill through a wall for the cable, Starlink says to avoid studs, electrical wiring and water lines, drill at a slight downward angle from inside to outside, and apply sealant thoroughly, because poor drilling and sealing can let in water or bugs (Mini kit guide). If you’re uncomfortable with any part of the installation, Starlink says to use a professional.
- Ridge and pole options: a ridge mount sits on the roof peak without drilling the roof faces, and a pole or pipe mount lifts the dish clear of nearby obstructions. Confirm the pole diameter your adapter accepts before buying.
- Vehicles: Starlink tells you to take extra care on moving vehicles and vessels, mount on a structurally sound, horizontal surface, and not to mount at all if the structure isn’t stable or can’t be properly secured (Mini kit guide). A suction cup isn’t a secure in-motion mount; treat it as a parked-use option. V5 isn’t intended for in-motion use (Starlink support).
- Cables: plan the cable route before fixing the mount, and keep the Starlink plug sealed where the kit guide requires it.
Third-party mounts that fit these kits
These mounts are third-party products, not made by Starlink. Their fit comes from each seller’s listing, so check the listed kit matches yours and follow the maker’s fastening instructions.
Related guides
Choosing a kit first? See the kit comparison. Planning for an RV or trip? Read Starlink for home, RV and travel. Powering a remote setup? See Starlink backup power. Browse more in Accessories, Setups and all guides.