1. Starlink
Starlink, the satellite internet service developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, officially launched in Bangladesh on May 20, 2025. This initiative aims to provide high-speed, low-latency internet access across the country, especially in remote and underserved areas where traditional broadband infrastructure is lacking.
Hardware Setup
- Standard Kit: BDT 47,000
- Mini Kit: BDT 24,000
The kit includes a satellite dish, router, cables, and a power supply. Installation is designed to be user-friendly, requiring only a clear view of the sky.
Monthly Service Plans
Residential Plans
1. Residential Lite: BDT 4,200/month
- Unlimited data
- Deprioritized during peak usage times
- Suitable for low to moderate usage
2. Residential: BDT 6,000/month
- Unlimited data
- Standard network priority
- Ideal for households with higher data demands
Roam Plans (For Mobile Use)
1.50GB Plan: BDT 6,000/month
- 50GB of mobile data
- Additional data can be purchased as needed
2. Unlimited Plan: BDT 12,000/month
- Unlimited mobile data
- Designed for travelers and digital nomads
Plan Benefits
- Nationwide Coverage: Starlink’s satellite network ensures internet access across all regions of Bangladesh, including rural and remote areas.
- High-Speed Internet: Users can experience speeds up to 230 Mbps, facilitating smooth video streaming, online gaming, and remote work.
- Flexible Mobility: The Roam plans cater to users who require internet access while traveling within the country.
2. Grameenphone
Grameenphone Limited (GP), established in March 1997, is Bangladesh’s largest mobile telecom operator. It’s a joint venture between Telenor and Grameen Telecom, with over 84 million subscribers as of late 2024. GP has introduced groundbreaking technologies, including the first commercial 5G tests in several major cities, and continues to lead the market in mobile and internet services.
Monthly Data Plans
GP data packages available in 2025:
- 90 GB (3 GB/day) – BDT 749
- 60 GB (2 GB/day) – BDT 649
- 55 GB (with bonus) – BDT 698
- 40 GB (with bonus) – BDT 988 (valid for 90 days; see 3-month plan)
- 30 GB (1 GB/day) – BDT 549
Smaller bonus-based packs:
- 5 GB (with bonus) – BDT 129
- 26 GB (with bonus) – BDT 599
Larger package:
- 180 GB (1 GB/day) – BDT 1,688
Plan Benefits
- Daily Data Caps for Consistent Usage: Plans like 60 GB or 90 GB spread across 30 days ensure manageable daily usage without burning through data fast.
- Bonus-Inclusive Options: Packages such as 55 GB or 40 GB (90-day) offer additional data value.
- Flexible Validity Options: Ranging from 30-day to extended 90- or 180-day plans, catering to different user needs.
3. Robi
Robi Axiata PLC is the second largest mobile network operator in Bangladesh, offering GSM/EDGE, 3G/HSPA+, LTE/LTE-A, and VoLTE services. As of Q1 2024, it serves about 58 million users and operates over 18,400 mobile towers across the country . The company launched as AKTEL in 1997, rebranded to Robi in 2010, and merged with Airtel Bangladesh in 2016.
Monthly Data Plans (30-Day Validity)
- 7 GB – BDT 97
- 10 GB – BDT 127
- 25 GB – BDT 297
- 35 GB – BDT 347
- 60 GB – BDT 497
- 150 GB – BDT 548
- 200 GB – BDT 748
- 25 GB + 400 mins (combo) – BDT 499
- 40 GB + 600 mins (combo) – BDT 699
- Unlimited data (Freedom) – BDT 997
3-Month (90-Day) Plans
- 30 GB + 1200 minutes, valid for 90 days, priced at BDT 1,495.
- 75 GB, valid for 90 days, available at BDT 1,499
Plan Benefits
- Wide range of options: From smaller day packs to high-volume monthly or quarterly packs suits varied usage needs.
- Unlimited speed packs: Ideal for heavy browsing or streaming for single-user devices.
- Easy activation: Use MyRobi app or USSD codes for hassle-free subscribing and management.
4. Banglalink
Banglalink Digital Communications Ltd. is Bangladesh’s third-largest mobile network operator, headquartered in Dhaka and fully owned by VEON Ltd. The company, formerly known as Sheba Telecom, was rebranded in 2005 and has since expanded significantly, operating over 14,500 mobile towers nationwide.
Monthly Data Plans
Prepaid Data Packs:
- 2 GB – ~Tk 209
- 3 GB – ~Tk 299
- 5 GB – ~Tk 399
- 15 GB – ~Tk 699
- 35 GB – ~Tk 599
- 50 GB – ~Tk 699
- 80 GB – ~Tk 899
Larger package:
- 60 GB + 1000 min (35 GB + 15 GB bonus + 10 GB Toffee) – Tk 998 (30 days)
- 30 GB + 400 min (20 GB + 10 GB Toffee) – Tk 698
- Other bundles: 8 GB + 100 min for Tk 298; 15 GB + 200 min for Tk 398;35 GB + 600 min for Tk 798.