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Compare the Latest Satellite TV Specials

At any given time, DIRECTV and DISH run competing specials in an attempt to catch your eye and win your business. There's plenty of carefully worded advertising in play, so it's important to compare apples to apples. Since both providers typically release new offers every couple months, it's also a hassle to track down the latest... that's where we can help. We closely monitor the specials and will be updating this page as new ones get pushed live. View the latest comparison below.

Note: For each category, a checkmark denotes an advantage for that provider. "Customer Rating" is an average of the visitor feedback we've received (and from polls run on this site). "Overall Score" is an aggregate, weighted value based on an average subscriber's needs.


DIRECTV Offer updated: 3/25/2023
DISH Offer updated: 3/23/2023
Overall Score: 92/100
Customer Rating: (4.6/5)
Comparison Score: 93/100
Customer Rating: (4.7/5)
Price
Starting at $64.99/mo for 24 months

For Entertainment Package (165 channels)
After 1st year, price stays the same (2-yr price lock)
All HD fees included free.

Price
Starting at $79.99/mo for 24 months

For America's Top 120 (190 channels)
After 1st year, price stays the same
(3-yr price lock)

Movies
Free HBO, Showtime, STARZ & Cinemax

Pay nothing for 3 months, then decide if you want to keep any/all.

Movies
Free HBO, Showtime, STARZ & Cinemax

Pay nothing for 3 months, then decide if you want to keep any/all.

Sports
Free NFL Sunday Ticket (exclusive) »

New Customers only (haven't had DIRECTV for at least 2 yrs). Also includes fantasy player tracker, real-time alerts, etc.

Sports
Multi-Sport Pack ($13/mo) »

Pack includes the NFL Network, NFL RedZone, MLB Network, MLB Strike Zone, NBA TV, NHL Network, etc.

Receivers
First DVR free (including Genie)

Each additional receiver runs $7/mo.
All equipment is leased.

Receivers
Hopper Duo ($5/mo), Hopper 3 ($10/mo)

Each additional receiver at the same rate.
All equipment is leased.

HDTV
Free High Definition for Life

Regularly-priced at $10/mo.
Up to 185 full-time HD channels available.

HDTV
Free High Definition for Life

Regularly-priced at $10/mo.
Up to 175 full-time HD channels available.

Exclusive Bonus
Up to $300 in Visa Gift Cards

$200 Reward card for all new customers. $300 if you're switching from DISH.

Exclusive Bonus
3 Year Price Guarantee, Free Movies

Any DISH plan gets you a locked-in price for 36 months. Free premium movies for 3 months.

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