The Satellite Broadband Service UK Businesses Have Been Waiting For
The next generation of satellite broadband is on the horizon, and Speedster IT is preparing our clients to be first in line.
Why Amazon Leo Matters for UK Businesses
Amazon Leo, formerly Project Kuiper, is Amazon’s ambitious satellite internet venture. With a planned constellation of 3,236 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, it promises 1Gbps downloads and 400Mbps uploads, ultrafast broadband satellites designed to rival fibre and outperform existing satellite services.
For UK businesses, this is more than just faster internet. It’s a future‑proof solution for organisations struggling with congestion, downtime, and limited upload speeds on current providers.
Congestion Challenges with Starlink
Many of our clients using Starlink Business and Starlink Performance plans report increasing congestion.
While Starlink Business offers 40–220+ Mbps downloads and 8–25+ Mbps uploads, and Starlink Performance reaches 400+ Mbps downloads, both tiers suffer from limited upload speeds.
Worse still, once the priority data allowance is exceeded, Starlink throttles connections to just 1 Mbps down and 0.5 Mbps up, a crippling cap for businesses relying on cloud services, video conferencing, and large data transfers.
Amazon Leo vs Starlink – Clear Advantages for Businesses
Key takeaway: Amazon Leo is designed for business resilience, with higher upload speeds, enterprise‑specific tiers, and no harsh throttling announced.
| Feature / Plan | Amazon Leo (Pro / Ultra) | Starlink Business | Starlink Performance |
| Download Speeds | Up to 1Gbps | 40–220+ Mbps | Up to 400+ Mbps |
| Upload Speeds | Up to 400Mbps | 8–25+ Mbps | 8–25+ Mbps |
| Priority Data | Enterprise‑grade, no severe throttling announced | After allowance: capped at 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up | After allowance: capped at 1 Mbps down / 0.5 Mbps up |
| Enterprise Focus | Dedicated tiers (Leo Pro, Leo Ultra) | General business tier | Performance tier, capped uploads |
| Constellation Size | 3,236 LEO satellites planned | ~9,000 satellites | ~9,000 satellites |
Amazon Leo Pro & Leo Ultra – Built for Business
- Leo Pro – Business Users Tailored for SMEs and enterprises needing reliable, scalable connectivity across multiple sites.
- Leo Ultra – High‑Demand Enterprise, Telecoms & Governments Designed for mission‑critical workloads, supported by the world’s fastest satellite antenna technology.
Amazon Leo Pricing – What to Expect
Full Amazon Leo pricing is yet to be confirmed, but Amazon has signalled competitive packages to rival fibre and outperform existing satellite providers. Expect differentiated tiers:
- Amazon Leo Pro Pricing: Flexible options for business users.
- Amazon Leo Ultra Pricing: Premium tiers for high‑demand operations.
Speedster IT will provide transparent updates on Amazon Leo cost and help customers evaluate the best package for their needs.
Why Speedster IT Is Eagerly Awaiting Amazon Leo
At Speedster IT, we are preparing to help our clients trial Amazon Leo as soon as beta access becomes available. We know the pain points of congestion and throttling on Starlink, and we believe Amazon Leo will deliver the enterprise‑grade performance UK businesses have been waiting for.
We will support our customers by:
- Securing beta trial access when available.
- Deploying Amazon Leo Pro and Ultra seamlessly into IT infrastructures.
- Providing tailored performance reviews to ensure ROI and reliability.
Amazon Leo – Looking Ahead
Amazon Leo represents a major shift in satellite broadband. For UK businesses, it’s not just another provider, it’s a strategic solution to overcome the limitations of Starlink and unlock true ultrafast connectivity.
Contact Speedster IT today to register your interest in Amazon Leo and be first in line when trials open.
With over 15 years at Speedster IT, I’ve built a career around helping businesses navigate the evolving world of technology. I publish all the content for the IT Support London Blog and Cyber Security Blog, where I share practical insights on infrastructure upgrades, cybersecurity trends, and smart IT strategies for growing companies.
