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ViaSat-2

ViaSat-2

Satellite Geostationary Broadband 2010S Ka Band Viasat

ViaSat-2 is a high-throughput geostationary communications satellite designed to deliver broadband internet services across North America, the Caribbean, and the Atlantic Ocean. Manufactured by Boeing and launched in 2017, the satellite features a total network capacity of over 300 gigabits per seco...

7.2 Good

apps Top ViaSat-2 Alternatives

The top alternative to ViaSat-2 in 2026 is Himawari-8 with a score of 9.0/10, followed by GOES-R (GOES-16) (9.0) and Himawari-9 (8.7).

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Himawari-8

Himawari-8

Himawari-8 is a Japanese geostationary meteorological satellite operated by the Japan Meteorological Agency. Launched in...

Japan Geostationary 2010S Weather
9.0 Excellent
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GOES-R (GOES-16)

GOES-R (GOES-16)

GOES-16, the first satellite of the GOES-R series, is a geostationary weather satellite operated by the National Oceanic...

Geostationary 2010S Weather Noaa
9.0 Excellent
3
Himawari-9

Himawari-9

Himawari-9 is a geostationary meteorological satellite operated by the Japan Meteorological Agency. Launched in 2016, it...

Japan Geostationary 2010S Weather
8.7 Great
4
Meteosat-11

Meteosat-11

Meteosat-11 is an EUMETSAT second-generation (MSG) geostationary weather satellite launched on July 15, 2015 aboard an A...

Europe Geostationary 2010S Weather
8.1 Great
5
ViaSat-1

ViaSat-1

ViaSat-1 was a Ka-band geostationary broadband communications satellite launched on October 19, 2011 aboard a Proton roc...

Geostationary Broadband 2010S Ka Band
8.1 Great
6
Meteosat-10

Meteosat-10

Meteosat-10 is a European weather satellite operated by EUMETSAT and launched in July 2012. It is part of the Meteosat S...

Europe Geostationary 2010S Weather
8.0 Great
7
Inmarsat-5 F1

Inmarsat-5 F1

Inmarsat-5 F1 is a commercial communications satellite launched in December 2013 by International Launch Services aboard...

Geostationary 2010S Communications Ka Band
7.9 Good
8
SES-17

SES-17

SES-17 is an all-electric geostationary communications satellite operated by SES and built by Thales Alenia Space. Launc...

Geostationary 2020S Communications Ses
7.8 Good
9
Jupiter 3 (EchoStar XXIV)

Jupiter 3 (EchoStar XXIV)

Jupiter 3, also known as EchoStar XXIV, is a high-throughput geostationary communications satellite built by Maxar Techn...

Geostationary Broadband 2020S Hughes
7.7 Good
10
QZSS-3 (Michibiki-3)

QZSS-3 (Michibiki-3)

QZSS-3 (Michibiki-3) is a geostationary satellite launched by Japan in 2017 as part of the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System...

Navigation Geostationary 2010S Jaxa
7.7 Good
11
SES-15

SES-15

SES-15 is a hybrid geostationary communications satellite operated by SES and launched in 2017. Built by Boeing, it oper...

Geostationary 2010S Communications Ses
7.4 Good
12
SES-12

SES-12

SES-12 is a geostationary high-throughput communications satellite operated by SES and launched in 2018. Built by Airbus...

Geostationary 2010S Communications Ses
7.4 Good
13
O3b mPOWER (constellation)

O3b mPOWER (constellation)

SES's O3b mPOWER is a medium Earth orbit satellite constellation designed to provide high-throughput, low-latency broadb...

Broadband 2020S Ses Ka Band
7.4 Good
14
Eutelsat 10B

Eutelsat 10B

Eutelsat 10B is a multi-band geostationary communications satellite constructed by Thales Alenia Space and launched in N...

Geostationary 2020S Communications Ka Band
7.3 Good
15
HughesNet (EchoStar XVII)

HughesNet (EchoStar XVII)

EchoStar XVII, operating as HughesNet, is a Ka-band high-throughput geostationary communications satellite built by Spac...

Geostationary Broadband 2010S Hughes
7.3 Good
16
Intelsat 37e

Intelsat 37e

Intelsat 37e is a high-throughput geostationary communications satellite constructed by Boeing on the 702MP platform. La...

Geostationary 2010S Communications Intelsat
7.3 Good
17
Arabsat-6A

Arabsat-6A

Arabsat-6A is a Saudi geostationary communications satellite designed to provide television, broadband, and telecommunic...

Geostationary Middle East 2010S Communications
7.2 Good
18
SES-1

SES-1

SES-1 is a geostationary communications satellite operated by SES S.A., launched on April 24, 2010, aboard an ILS Proton...

Geostationary 2010S Communications Ses
7.1 Good
19
Elektro-L No.2

Elektro-L No.2

Elektro-L No.2 is a Russian geostationary meteorological satellite launched on December 11, 2015, aboard a Proton-M rock...

Russia Geostationary 2010S Weather
7.1 Good
20
ViaSat-3 (Americas)

ViaSat-3 (Americas)

ViaSat-3 (Americas) is a geostationary broadband satellite launched by Viasat in 2023, designed with over 1 Tbps capacit...

Geostationary Broadband 2020S Ka Band
4.3 Poor

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs ViaSat-2 Action
Himawari-8
Himawari-8
Satellite Japan Geostationary 2010S
9.0 Excellent +1.8 Compare
GOES-R (GOES-16)
GOES-R (GOES-16)
Satellite Geostationary 2010S Weather
9.0 Excellent +1.8 Compare
Himawari-9
Himawari-9
Satellite Japan Geostationary 2010S
8.7 Great +1.5 Compare
Meteosat-11
Meteosat-11
Satellite Europe Geostationary 2010S
8.1 Great +0.9 Compare
ViaSat-1
ViaSat-1
Satellite Geostationary Broadband 2010S
8.1 Great +0.9 Compare
Meteosat-10
Meteosat-10
Satellite Europe Geostationary 2010S
8.0 Great +0.8 Compare
Inmarsat-5 F1
Inmarsat-5 F1
Satellite Geostationary 2010S Communications
7.9 Good +0.7 Compare
SES-17
SES-17
Satellite Geostationary 2020S Communications
7.8 Good +0.6 Compare
Jupiter 3 (EchoStar XXIV)
Jupiter 3 (EchoStar XXIV)
Satellite Geostationary Broadband 2020S
7.7 Good +0.5 Compare
QZSS-3 (Michibiki-3)
QZSS-3 (Michibiki-3)
Satellite Navigation Geostationary 2010S
7.7 Good +0.5 Compare

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best alternatives to ViaSat-2?
The top alternatives to ViaSat-2 in 2026 include Himawari-8, GOES-R (GOES-16), Himawari-9, Meteosat-11, ViaSat-1. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does ViaSat-2 compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. ViaSat-2 scores 7.2/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is ViaSat-2 worth it in 2026?
ViaSat-2 scores 7.2/10 in the Satellite category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to ViaSat-2?
Several alternatives to ViaSat-2 offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from ViaSat-2?
Common reasons users look for ViaSat-2 alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to ViaSat-2 are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to ViaSat-2 in the Satellite category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which ViaSat-2 alternative has the highest rating?
Himawari-8 currently holds the highest rating among ViaSat-2 alternatives with a score of 9.0/10.
Can I use Himawari-8 instead of ViaSat-2?
Himawari-8 is one of the top-rated alternatives to ViaSat-2. While they serve similar purposes in the Satellite space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to ViaSat-2?
Pricing varies among ViaSat-2 alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Satellite category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are ViaSat-2 alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
ViaSat-2 vs Himawari-8: which is better?
ViaSat-2 scores 7.2/10 while Himawari-8 scores 9.0/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
ViaSat-2 vs GOES-R (GOES-16): which is better?
ViaSat-2 scores 7.2/10 while GOES-R (GOES-16) scores 9.0/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
ViaSat-2 vs Himawari-9: which is better?
ViaSat-2 scores 7.2/10 while Himawari-9 scores 8.7/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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