Internet en el barco: 4G, WiFi, Iridium y Starlink ¿cuál merece la pena?

Does it make sense to have internet on a boat? What options are available today for staying connected while sailing? In this talk, we discuss something that seemed like science fiction just a few years ago: having your boat connected from the port, while sailing near the coast… or even in the middle of the ocean! In this video, we analyze all the real options for having internet on board: from using the port's Wi-Fi, sharing your mobile connection, installing a 4G/5G router with a SIM card, to satellite solutions like Iridium, Inmarsat, and Starlink. But this isn't just about watching Netflix on the boat. Having an internet connection can completely change the way we use, monitor, and protect our vessel: remote cameras, bilge sensors, intrusion alarms, battery monitoring, refrigerator temperature tracking, gas alerts, marine automation, and much more. We also explain why Starlink is revolutionizing navigation, what antennas are available, what plans might interest a sailor, how much satellite internet actually costs, and when a simple 4G solution is still sufficient. If you own a sailboat, motorboat, campervan, or even a secluded house, this video is for you. ⛵ In this video, we discuss: Internet on boats and sailboats WiFi in harbors and anchorages 4G/5G routers for boats Affordable SIM cards for keeping your boat connected Remote sensors, cameras, and alarms Nautical home automation and controlling your boat from home Communication and safety while sailing Iridium, Inmarsat, and satellite communications Starlink Mini, Starlink Standard, and navigation plans How much does onboard internet cost in 2026? Having your boat connected is no longer an unattainable luxury: it can be a tool for safety, peace of mind, and control that every sailor should consider. 👉 Subscribe to The Low Cost Sailor if you're interested in nautical technology, useful inventions, low-cost navigation, and practical solutions to improve your boat without breaking the bank. #TheLowCostSailor #OnboardInternet #Starlink #StarlinkMini #Navigation #Sailboat #Boats #NauticalTechnology #NauticalHomeAutomation #SeaSafety #4GRouter #Nautical #Sailing #LowCostSailor #OnBoatInternet If you're going to install internet on your boat using any of these technologies, please use our links; you'll be helping us out: The best data plans in Spain for your boat ✅ To monitor your boat when you're away, Simyo with an 8GB monthly plan is sufficient. You can use this link. 🔵 Use my invitation code 06520QO3 or access it here: simyo.es/amigos.html?codeMGM=06520QO3. You'll automatically get your prize! (Valid until 08/26/2025) ✅ And for unlimited data, without a doubt, Aló, for less than €10 a month. Use this link to sign up: 🔵 https://alo.es?f=M8gmMlx ✅ If you want internet anywhere, try Starlink: 🔵 https://starlink.com/residential?refe... 💬 Did you like the video? Your support allows us to continue creating inventions and tutorials like this one: 👍 Like this video 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications 🗣 Share the video with other viewers 🛒 Use our links (it costs you the same and helps the channel) ❤️ Make a donation if you'd like: 👉 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted... 👉 You can support us on Patreon at   / thelowcostsailor   by contributing the price of a beer each month, so we can keep making videos. 👉 Remember that if you need to buy something on AliExpress or Amazon, you can use our link and you'll be helping us continue making videos. 🛒 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4l9OIHC 🛒 🛒 AliExpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c45... 🛒 And we haven't forgotten our sponsors: ✅ Smart Sails, your sails at the best price: https://smartsails.es/ You can find a very interesting article summarizing this topic on our website: https://www.thelowcostsailor.com/inte... 00:00 Introduction 01:03 About me 01:54 Onboard Internet 02:36 Why connect your boat to the internet? 08:32 The advantages of a connected boat when you're not on board 14:45 Controlling your boat remotely 17:42 Ways to connect to the internet anywhere 20:45 Land-based connections 21:50 Freeloading WiFi 27:25 Connecting via 4G, 5G 31:51 Narrowband IoT and other alternatives 34:05 Internet through space 35:45 SSB Shortwave Radio 39:20 The INMARSAT network 42:06 The IRIDIUM network 44:14 Starlink, everything you need to know 01:06:00 Conclusions