As I mentioned above, you won't be able to use your own modem with either Hughesnet or Viasat. Instead, you'll need to rent or pay for your equipment upfront. With Hughesnet, that means another $ ...

Here's a quick rundown. Hughesnet charges a one-time fee of $200 for standard installation, although this fee is waived if you decide to lease your modem instead of buying it for $300 or $450.

If you are considering satellite internet, HughesNet and Viasat are often the top two contenders. But if you’re weighing Hughesnet Vs. Viasat, which is best for you? Our team of experts analyzed ...

The lengthy time it takes your modem to communicate with the satellite (latency) can affect browsing, streaming and video conferencing while online gaming is virtually impossible. Hughesnet’s ...