DISH Network vs. DIRECTV Satellite Television

So you've decided to go with satellite television, but you don't know which satellite provider to choose. DIRECTV and DISH Network offer different programming plans and prices, so it is important for you to evaluate which of the providers you want.

DIRECTTV Packages Features

DIRECTV is the nation's leading digital multi-channel satellite television service provider.
Some of DIRECTV's features include:

Packages start as low as $44.99 for over 135 channels.
Offers local channels in 92 percent of U.S. households, and is launching additional markets in the near future.
All programming is digital in quality.
Digital Video Recorders (DVRs) are available for a small monthly fee in addition to the programming. DVRs enable subscribers to record programs and edit commercials as often as the customer needs to do so.
Offers the exclusive NFL package.

DISH Network Satellite System Features

DISH Network offers the lowest all-digital TV price in America.
DISH Network's features include:

Packages start as low as $34.99 for 60 channels of programming.
Dish Network local channels throughout most major U.S. cities.
All programs are 100 percent digital quality.
DISH Network offers Digital Video Recorders (DVRs) with all receivers and packages at no additional charge to new customers.
Dish Network's customer service is handled entirely in-house and is of very high quality compared to the industry standard.

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