Portable Satellite Internet
Portable satellite internet devices travel with you, so whether you’re at sea, travelling through the air, or out of cellular connectivity range on land, you can still communicate, still send data, and still be tracked.
Portable is a broad description! Here we’ve included Go-anywhere Pro, case-based, vehicle mounted, handheld and VSAT solutions. Some we manufacture ourselves, others we work with trusted partners.
Go-anywhere Pro – Global WiFi Hotspot Solutions
We offer a variety of professional grade Viasat Go-anywhere Pro global satellite terminals that are rugged tough. Go-anywhere Pro terminals can be used by anyone and deliver broadband Internet speeds of up to 492Kbps from anywhere on the planet.
These portable global WiFi hotspots also provide standard phone service – very cool tech!
Case Based WiFi Hotspots
These devices are auto-pointing – there is no need to move the terminal around to locate the satellite – which makes them ideal for use in motion.
On the ocean, in the air and on land, simply switch the devices on, and you’ll have a highly weather resistant global WiFi hotspot.
Fly-and-Drive Mobile Satellite
Our Toughsat Flyaway is more than a traditional flyaway VSAT system, in that it is designed mount in ALL locations that mobile VSAT systems could be mounted, such as on ground, on top of a vehicle, truck, trailer, or even transported in the back of an SUV.
Also available as a vehicle-transported version (the Toughsat XP), or as a self-contained mobile satellite internet communications trailer (the Toughsat T-100).
Mobile Satellite Internet
Designed to be mounted on trucks, trains, trailers and RVs, these devices will ensure you remain connected to the internet, wherever you travel.
Some are designed to be used while the vehicle is in motion – called ‘Satcom on the Move’, or SOTM; others are designed to be easily transportable but need to be stationary when in use.
Handheld Devices
These devices are designed to give reliable tracking and two-way messaging support to remote field workers, security forces, military personnel, adventurers, aviators, and sailors.
They have literally saved lives, and are a must-carry for anyone travelling outside of cellular coverage for an extended period. Both devices utilize the Iridium satellite constellation providing truly global coverage.
Airtime for Portable Satellite Devices
| High Usage Plans: | 500 MB | 1 GB | 5 GB | 10 GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price Per Month: | $1,350.00 | $1,660.00 | $2,652.00 | $3,269.00 |
| Inclusive Data: | 500 MB | 1 GB | 5 GB | 10 GB |
| Minimum Contract Term: | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| SKU: | AT-BGAN-500MB-12-23 | AT-BGAN-1GB-12-23 | AT-BGAN-5GB-12-23 | AT-BGAN-10GB-12-23 |
The plans shown here are a small sample of what Ground Control can offer. Head over to our Go-anywhere Pro service plans page for more details.
| Example Plan: | 20 MB | 50 MB | 300 MB | 2 GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activation Fee: | $15.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Price Per Month: | $82.00 | $137.00 | $455.00 | $4,000.00 |
| Included Data: | 20 MB | 50 MB | 300 MB | 2 GB |
| Overage Fee / MB: | $7.30 | $6.40 | $4.10 | $2.30 |
| SKU: | AT-CER700-LM-20MB-3 | AT-CER700-LM-50MB-3 | AT-CER700-LM-300MB-3 | AT-CER700-LM-2GB-3 |
To view all of our Iridium Certus 700 airtime plans, please visit our dedicated Certus 700 Service Plans page.
| Example Plan: | 3 GB | 3 GB MAX | 9 GB | 9 GB MAX | 12 GB | 12 GB MAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price Per Month: | $399.00 | $599.00 | $599.00 | $839.00 | $849.00 | $1,299.00 |
| Service Speed: | 3 Mbps x 1 Mbps | 20 Mbps x 5 Mbps | 3 Mbps x 1 Mbps | 20 Mbps x 5 Mbps | 3 Mbps x 1 Mbps | 20 Mbps x 5 Mbps |
| Inclusive Data: | 3 GB | 3 GB | 9 GB | 9 GB | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Overage Fee: | $0.19 per MB | $0.19 per MB | $0.14 per MB | $0.14 per MB | $0.14 per MB | $0.14 per MB |
| Minimum Contract Term: | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
These are sample plans. Please visit our iDirect service plans page for full details.
| Example Plan: | Low Usage | Mid Usage | High Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price Per Month: | $15.75 | $36.75 | $147.00 |
| Inclusive Data: | 5 KB | 25 KB | 250 KB |
| Overage Rate / KB: | $3.15 | $1.68 | $0.79 |
| Activation Fee: | $26.25 | $31.50 | $26.25 |
| SKU: | AT-SBD-5KB-1-USD | AT-SBD-25KB-1-USD | AT-SBD-250KB-1-USD |
Ground Control offers Iridium SBD airtime both as a pay-as-you-go plan, and as an annual contract for companies planning a larger deployment of devices. We’ve provided a small number of sample contract plans here; visit our SBD Pricing page for more details.
| Example Plan: | Iridium GO! 5 | Iridium GO! 75 | Iridium GO! 150 | Iridium GO! Unlimited |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price Per Month: | $57.00 | $82.00 | $107.00 | $138.00 |
| Included Data Minutes: | 5 | 75 | 150 | Unlimited |
| Call Rates to Mobiles or Landlines: | $1.05 | $1.05 | $1.05 | $1.05 |
| Call Rates to Iridium Phones: | $0.60 | $0.60 | $0.60 | n/a |
| SMS Messaging: | $0.13 | $0.06 | Free | Free |
| SKU: | GOBW5 | GOBW75 | GOBW150 | GOBWUNL |
Ground Control offers two airtime service plans for the Iridium GO!: a monthly service plan with data minutes included, and a variable rate for voice calls, or a prepaid service which gives you a fixed number of data and voice minutes, with the option to roll over unused minutes if the service is renewed. We’ve listed some prepaid options here; please visit our Iridium GO! airtime pricing page for full details.
Talk to us
Based out of the USA and United Kingdom, the Ground Control team has over 20 years of experience in keeping people, assets and businesses connected.
We’re here to help, so please call or email us, or complete the form to discuss your portable satellite connectivity needs.