Rent Satellite Devices and Accessories

Welcome to our Satellite Phone Rental Catalog at SatellitePhoneStore.com™

• Rent a satellite phone ready to use kit with airtime, data, accessories and instruction manuals.
• All rental units are tested and 100% verified to work perfect prior to shipping.
• Satellite phone rentals come in a very small compatible pelican box with a spare battery and AC/DC charger. Available accessories include solar charger, extended antenna, waterproof case and more.
• Mobile satellite internet BGAN rentals include full transport pelican case or waterproof Everest bag, charger, network cable and instruction manual.
• Marine satellite internet rentals come as a complete ready to use kit with activated service, handset, antenna mount, correct length cable and instructions.
• Your rental kit will be shipped ahead of time and will always arrive a day or two earlier. You will have enough time to learn how the equipment works and how to use it. For any questions you can contact us and our support team will gladly assist you.

How to place a rental order.

Call us at 1-877-943-6383 and one of our experts will help you customize and complete your order.
To place an online order please navigate to the product page you are interested in and click on the rent button. This will open your rental configuration options where you will be able to select the quantity of products, rental time period, number of airtime minutes for Iridium Satellite Phones or number of megabytes for Inmarsat BGAN rentals, insurance, USA phone number and Accessories. After your configuration is complete you can click "Add to cart" and proceed to checkout. One of our representatives will contact you shortly and verify your order over the phone.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get reception on a satellite phone?
- You must be outside, with a clear view of the sky. Buildings will interrupt the signal so make sure you are away from obstructions. Once you turn the phone on, it will start searching for service. Once connected the phone will register to the network and after that it is ready to place and receive calls.

Will I get a reception anywhere in the world?
Yes. As long as you have a clear view of the sky and your satellite phone registers, you will have service and place calls from anywhere in the world. 

What happens if I go over my rental's prepaid bundled minutes?
- We keep every phone active whether or not additional bundled minutes are purchased. If you use more minutes than you prepay, you will just be charged the regular rate for additional minutes. The phone never shuts off and we never interrupt service.

How long does the satellite phone battery last?
Each satellite phone rental comes with two fully charged batteries. Battery life will approximate 3.5 hours talk time and 19 hours of stand by. If phone is powered on only when placing a call, a battery can last up to a week.

How fast are satellite internet rental units?
Satellite internet terminals (BGAN) start with speeds of 200kbps up to 650kbps and greater. The new Inmarsat Global Express network allows us speeds up to 4mbps upload and 4mbps download through a portable GX terminal. 

Are satellite internet units fast enough for live streaming?
Yes. The Explorer 710 BGAN is capable of live streaming at 650kbps. Cobham GX 5075 is capable of live streaming at up to 4mbps.

Are satellite internet rental units static or mobile?
BGAN terminals need to be static on a solid surface pointing to a satellite. The
Kymeta K8 can be mounted on a vehicle and receive good satellite internet signal. Marine satellite internet terminals are mobile with automatic satellite tracking.

How much does it cost to rent a satellite phone?

A satellite phone cost as little as $29.99 per week to rent for each unit. Our best seller is the Inmarsat IsatPhone 2 Satellite Phone Standard Package. This is the best satellite phone on the market today! Here’s what’s included with the cost to rent this satellite phone package: IsatPhone 2 Handheld Satellite Phone, Battery, AC Wall Charger and International Adapters, DC Car Charger, Micro USB Cable, Wired Hands-Free Headset, Wrist Strap Quick Start Guide, Warranty, USB Drive with support documents, Swivel Belt Holster.

The process to rent a satellite phone is simple.

• Step 1: Select how many package's you will need, or how many satellite phone units you would like to rent.
• Step 2: Select the date range. The beginning date is the date you will need the satellite phone and the end date is the date you plan to send it back.
• Step 3: Select if you would like rental coverage.
• Step 4: Select an airtime service plan which is added to the cost to rent a satellite phone. In this step, you will select an airtime service plan which is bundles of minutes.
• For additional questions or assistance, feel free to chat with one of our online experts. They will be glad to assist!

Do satellite phones work everywhere?

Satellite phones work everywhere around the globe with exception of the poles. Our reliable network connection operates over global geostationary satellites that will be operational into the 2020s. This provides significantly less possibility of call dropping.

The primary advantage of a satellite phone is that it works in areas of the globe that your average cell phone does not. Satellite phones do not rely on land networks and cell phone towers that often lose signals. On the contrary, satellite phones directly connect to the satellites that orbit the earth. The concept is similar to GPS (global positioning satellite), which is a common feature in most cell phones today. Except, instead of just determining your location on the globe, a satellite phone allows you to make calls and transfer data.

A satellite phone solves the problem of receiving coverage almost anywhere in the world. Be mindful that satellite phones should be in a clear line of sight to the satellites for them to operate as expected. This means that the antenna on the satellite phone should be outdoors and not blocked by solid objects that would obstruct this line of sight.

Satellite network coverage, reliability, voice quality, and service costs can vary . To help you select the right phone, chat with one of our online experts today!

Where can I rent a satellite phone?

You can rent a satellite phone from Satellite Phone Store. We rent and support the world's leading fixed and mobile satellite communications products and services for our customers on every continent, ocean and sky. Our passion is connecting people to Voice, Messaging and Internet data services anywhere they want to go. If you’re looking to rent a satellite phone, you’ve come to the right place. Satellite Phones are a niche business for a reason. Although you may find online retailers selling satellite phones, we recommend that you work with Satellite Phone Store, a specialized satellite phone retailer, to answer any questions you may have and to assist you through the ordering process.

To place an online order please navigate to the product page you are interested in and click on the rent button. This will open your rental configuration options where you will be able to select the quantity of products, rental time period, number of airtime minutes for Iridium Satellite Phones or number of megabytes for Inmarsat BGAN rentals, insurance, USA phone number and Accessories. After your configuration is complete you can click "Add to cart" and proceed to checkout. One of our representatives will contact you shortly and verify your order over the phone.