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Compare satellite TV packages from DIRECTV and DISH, the two major providers in the U.S., and learn more about how satellite TV works.
DISH beat its satellite TV provider rival DIRECTV and 9 top cable TV providers to earn our Editor’s Choice Award as the best overall TV provider. That’s thanks to its high channel count, transparent pricing and two-year price-lock, the awesome Hopper 3 DVR, and excellent parental controls.
DISH and DIRECTV are the most well-known and widely available satellite TV providers. But if you're considering a cable or fiber-optic TV service, you can check out providers like Xfinity TV, Cox TV, Verizon Fios TV, Spectrum, and Optimum.
2-Year TV Price Guarantee. All of America's Top 120 Plus and more, including NBA TV, NHL Network, Disney Jr. and the Golf Channel; Additional top channels like Hallmark, Disney Channel, A&E and Sundance; Local Channels Included; Over 35,000 free On Demand titles
For this piece, we compare DISH and DIRECTV, rating the satellite TV providers on bang for your buck, reliability, features, and customer satisfaction so our readers can make informed buying decisions.
This satellite TV provider offers plans ranging from $98–$123/month with 190–290+ channels. Xfinity offers the best all-around service with affordable pricing, great channel lineups, and the X1 DVR.
With just two nationwide satellite TV providers available, the choice should be easy. We compared channel packages, DVR systems, and customer service to see how each one stacked up. You’ll need to prioritize between price, technology, and programming to find your best.