Official Starlink Installment vs. SizaPay Lipa Pole Pole
Starlink’s official installment plan and SizaPay’s Lipa Pole Pole differ mainly in provider, duration, upfront costs, and purchase channels, both targeting Mini kit affordability in Kenya.
Key Differences
| Aspect | Official Starlink Installment | SizaPay Lipa Pole Pole |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Directly via Starlink.com/ke or app | Resellers (Novelty Tech, Laptop Clinic) via SizaPay BNPL |
| Duration | 6 months (monthly payments) | 24 weeks (weekly payments) |
| Upfront (Mini) | KES 6,750 + KES 16,250 activation + KES 3,010 shipping | KES 5,400–9,000 deposit (20% of kit) |
| Installments | KES 4,500/mo for 6 mo (hardware balance) | KES 1,350–2,495/week for 24 weeks |
| Interest/Fees | None specified (0% promo) | Low 5-10% total; late fees possible |
| Eligibility | ID verification, credit check via Starlink | KYC (ID/selfie), CRB credit check via SizaPay |
| Activation | After full upfront + delivery (2-7 days) | Immediate in-store, walk out connected |
| Service Fee | Separate KES 4,000/mo Mini plan | Separate; total includes Starlink sub |
| Kit Options | Mini/Standard; official warranty | Mini/Standard; reseller support |
Official Plan Details
Order Mini kit at starlink.com/ke/residential: pay KES 26,010 upfront total, then KES 4,500/mo x6 for hardware while adding service fees. Direct from SpaceX, ensuring warranty and app integration, but requires online ordering and wait for shipping.
SizaPay Lipa Pole Pole Details
Visit partners like Novelty Tech or Laptop Clinic: deposit ~KES 6,750 for Mini, pay weekly via M-Pesa over 24 weeks. Ideal for instant access and smaller weekly bites, but involves reseller markups and BNPL risks like suspension on missed payments.
Official suits direct buyers preferring monthly billing; SizaPay fits cash-flow needs with quicker setup via local shops. Verify terms at purchase, as reseller plans may vary.
SizaPay Lipa Pole Pole eligibility requirements and CRB check
SizaPay’s Lipa Pole Pole eligibility for Starlink kits in Kenya requires basic KYC and a credit assessment, with CRB checks varying by reseller.
Eligibility Requirements
Kenyan resident aged 18+ with valid ID (national ID or passport) and recent selfie for digital verification.
Active phone number (M-Pesa linked) and contact details; some resellers request 12-month M-Pesa statement or next-of-kin info.
Enrollment on SizaPay platform via reseller (e.g., Laptop Clinic, Novelty Tech) for BNPL approval; credit limit must cover kit price (~KES 27,000 for Mini).
Deposit payment (KES 5,400–9,000, or 20% of kit) via cash/M-Pesa at purchase.
CRB Check Process
SizaPay performs a soft CRB (Credit Reference Bureau) listing check during eligibility step to assess repayment risk, unlike “no CRB” plans from other Lipa Pole Pole providers. Positive CRB status improves approval odds, but some listed applicants qualify if limit fits; defaults risk future blacklisting and device suspension. Resellers confirm via SizaPay dashboard post-KYC—no upfront CRB disclosure needed.
Approval Steps
Visit partner store, select Starlink Mini/Standard.
Complete digital KYC (ID/selfie).
SizaPay runs profile/credit check (instant).
Sign agreement if approved; pay deposit, take kit activated.
Not all applicants pass; new users or low-income may need guarantor. Check with resellers like Laptop Clinic for exact terms, as practices vary.