At first the two major satellite television companies - Dish Network and Directv - appear very similar. But take a look a little closer and I think you will discover there are a lot of difference. Here's a review of both companies that explains what those difference are.
Programming
DIRECTV has got 265 satellite television channels, while DISH Network has got 320 channels. Dish Network features 320 program channels, DirecTV has 265 television channels. The satellite channels from both providers offer a variety of categories including motion pictures, news, sporting events, variety shows, network programming, weather, reality shows, special interest programs as well as international television channels.
DIRECTV prices start at $29.99 a month for 150 television channels, which includes local channels - ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, together with the CW channel. Program rates for Dish Network begin at $24.95 for 190 channels including your local channels such as NBC, CBS, FOX, and ABC.
DIRECTV And DISH Network Movies Services
Both Dish Network and DirecTV offer you a total of 31 movie channels consisting of Starz, Cinemax, Showtime, and HBO. Package fees start at $13 per month for Showtime Cinemax, and Starz, and go up to $16 per month for HBO.
Streaming Video Service
Streaming videos are the latest technological advance in satellite TV programming. Streaming video service gives you access to online movies, TV shows, and games that you can watch on your television, cell phone, computer, or tablet pc. DirecTV has 10,000 steaming videos and Dish Network has 25,000 streaming videos.
Pay-Per-View Services
Pay-per-view service will let you watch the newest motion pictures in the comfort of your home without needing to visit a video store to rent them. For under $3.99 you are able to rent a new video from DIRECTV, which features 60 movies monthly. For less than $3.99 you'll be able to rent a motion picture from DISH Network, which provides 75 movies per month.
DIRECTV And DISH Network Music Services
With DIRECTV you can get 9 Sonic Tap music channels plus 56 XM satellite radio channels. With DISH Network you can get 64 SiriusXM satellite radio channels along with 52 music channels. Each of the radio and music channels from the two providers are transmitted in digital audio which gives you a clear, rich sound, plus programs are actually commercial free.
Satellite TV Products
DIRECTV provides you with a totally free 4-room satellite television system, including installation, after you purchase one of their program packages. DISH Network will provide you with a totally free 6-room satellite television system and free installation whenever you order one of their program packages. The two providers give you the choice of upgrading your receivers to an HD receiver for high-def reception, a DVR receiver so that you can record your TV shows, or a HD/DVR receiver to get the best of both worlds.
Customer Service
In case you encounter problems with your satellite TV system, or just have questions on using it, the two companies have a 24-hour toll-free customer hotline along with an internet based customer service feature in order to get assistance when it's needed.
The Bottom Line
With regards to equipment, DIRECTV and DISH Network's dishes and receivers are similar in design and quality. Nonetheless, I've found DISH Network's remote and their program guide to be a little more convenient to use than DIRECTV's.
With regards to programming, DIRECTV delivers the most sports channels, including the popular NFL Sunday Ticket, while DISH Network delivers the most movies, music, international programs, as well as pay-per-view movies.
DIRECTV offers 160 hi-def channels, while DISH Network provides 200 high definition channels.
If you would like the most variety, the most high-def programming, plus the most pay-per-view movies and events at the best price, then DISH Network is your smartest choice. If sports is your thing, you will want to buy DIRECTV.
Programming
DIRECTV has got 265 satellite television channels, while DISH Network has got 320 channels. Dish Network features 320 program channels, DirecTV has 265 television channels. The satellite channels from both providers offer a variety of categories including motion pictures, news, sporting events, variety shows, network programming, weather, reality shows, special interest programs as well as international television channels.
DIRECTV prices start at $29.99 a month for 150 television channels, which includes local channels - ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, together with the CW channel. Program rates for Dish Network begin at $24.95 for 190 channels including your local channels such as NBC, CBS, FOX, and ABC.
DIRECTV And DISH Network Movies Services
Both Dish Network and DirecTV offer you a total of 31 movie channels consisting of Starz, Cinemax, Showtime, and HBO. Package fees start at $13 per month for Showtime Cinemax, and Starz, and go up to $16 per month for HBO.
Streaming Video Service
Streaming videos are the latest technological advance in satellite TV programming. Streaming video service gives you access to online movies, TV shows, and games that you can watch on your television, cell phone, computer, or tablet pc. DirecTV has 10,000 steaming videos and Dish Network has 25,000 streaming videos.
Pay-Per-View Services
Pay-per-view service will let you watch the newest motion pictures in the comfort of your home without needing to visit a video store to rent them. For under $3.99 you are able to rent a new video from DIRECTV, which features 60 movies monthly. For less than $3.99 you'll be able to rent a motion picture from DISH Network, which provides 75 movies per month.
DIRECTV And DISH Network Music Services
With DIRECTV you can get 9 Sonic Tap music channels plus 56 XM satellite radio channels. With DISH Network you can get 64 SiriusXM satellite radio channels along with 52 music channels. Each of the radio and music channels from the two providers are transmitted in digital audio which gives you a clear, rich sound, plus programs are actually commercial free.
Satellite TV Products
DIRECTV provides you with a totally free 4-room satellite television system, including installation, after you purchase one of their program packages. DISH Network will provide you with a totally free 6-room satellite television system and free installation whenever you order one of their program packages. The two providers give you the choice of upgrading your receivers to an HD receiver for high-def reception, a DVR receiver so that you can record your TV shows, or a HD/DVR receiver to get the best of both worlds.
Customer Service
In case you encounter problems with your satellite TV system, or just have questions on using it, the two companies have a 24-hour toll-free customer hotline along with an internet based customer service feature in order to get assistance when it's needed.
The Bottom Line
With regards to equipment, DIRECTV and DISH Network's dishes and receivers are similar in design and quality. Nonetheless, I've found DISH Network's remote and their program guide to be a little more convenient to use than DIRECTV's.
With regards to programming, DIRECTV delivers the most sports channels, including the popular NFL Sunday Ticket, while DISH Network delivers the most movies, music, international programs, as well as pay-per-view movies.
DIRECTV offers 160 hi-def channels, while DISH Network provides 200 high definition channels.
If you would like the most variety, the most high-def programming, plus the most pay-per-view movies and events at the best price, then DISH Network is your smartest choice. If sports is your thing, you will want to buy DIRECTV.
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