Dish Network vs DirecTV

The two competing brands of satellite TV are Dish Network and DirecTV. With the various offers it often gets very confusing on who has the best deal. Below are

Plus

• Delivery of satellite equipment
• No equipment to buy
• FREE Installation
• Connect up to 4 TVs
• 100% digital programming

The bottomline is that in general the prices of Dish Network and DirecTV vs cable are better. And as the prices tend to be increasing with every monthly bill, satellite TV become more and more attractive.

In our recent comparison we looked at the offers of both DirecTV and Dish Network * . This will give you a feel as to what is the bottomline

Dish Network vs DirecTV - Price Comparison

The latest Dish Network offer is 165 channels for $29.99 for 10 months. This includes free Installation of a DISH Network Satellite TV system, the receiver and the dish. It comes with America's Top 60 Plus programming package. As a bonus, you can add your in-market Regional Sports Networks for just $5 more!

Digital Video Recorders included! (see "programming packages") DVRs record 100 hrs of your favorite shows without tapes! ZAP Commercials! PAUSE/REWIND/REPLAY Live TV! You can also select up to two FREE HDTV receivers when you sign up for HDTV programming!

DirecTV Comparison

In comparison to DirecTV the most recent offer is the following:

Their entry-level DIRECTV programming package at just $29.99 /month for the first six month. It goes up to $36.99 after that. The advantage over Dish Network is you get up to 125 channels. Like Dish Network you get free installation, receivers and dish. Buy any DIRECTV System, and get your choice of a free gift (DVD player, digital camera or luggage).

One comparison difference between DirecTV and Dish Network is that DirecTV offer TIVO. TIVO lets you watch what you want when you want. You can zap commercials.

DirecTV is known for it customer service and has received #1 rating from J.D. Powers and associate.

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