Satellite
TV
Comparison

Direct Television

Dish Network

Quality of Transmission

Signal - 100% high quality digital

Signal - 100% high quality digital

Programming and Availability

Up to 250 channels.

Exclusive channels such as sports channels at additional cost

Up to 500 channels

Excellent programming assortment which includes multiple sports channels.

Comprehensive international and foreign language programming and packages

City Accessibility

Access to cities not available through Dish Network, including: Las Vegas, Memphis, Milwaukee, Columbus and Baltimore.

Access to cities not available through Direct TV, including: Oklahoma City, Albuquerque, Honolulu and Grand Rapids.

Cost

Prices of basic packages can range from approximately $30 to $80

Prices of basic packages can range from approximately $22 to $73

Customer Service

Online services

Current statements

Prior statements

Add packages

Account payments

Online user manuals

Online installation guides

Warranty

Full year warranty beginning on day of service activation. 24 hour customer service line. High quality in-house servicing.

Full year warranty beginning on day of service activation. 24 hour customer service line.