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The basic satellite TV offers from DirecTV and Dish Network are pretty similar - give or take a few dollars and a few channels. So the question is which provider offers the best deal for you? Best Programming Deal DirecTV's least expensive program package is $29.99 a month for 150 channels of satellite programming, while Dish Network charges $24.99 for 120 channels. These channels include your local channels, movie channels, sports channels, pay-per-view movies and events, religious channels, news and weather channels, international channels, special interest channels, and game channels. Most Satellite TV Channels DirecTV has more than 250 TV channels, 77 commercial-free music channels, and offers 60 pay-per-view movies per month. Dish Network has more than 350 TV channels, 112 commercial-free music channels, and offers 75 pay-per-view movies per month. Most HD Channels DirecTV has 160 HD (high definition) satellite channels, while Dish Network has 200 HD Channels. Best Equipment Deal Both satellite TV providers will give you a free satellite system consisting of a satellite dish, satellite signal receivers, and the remote controls to operate the receivers. DirecTV will give you a free standard receiver, but if you want a DVR receiver to record your favorite shows, or an HD receiver so you can watch your shows in high definition, you have to purchase a more expensive program package. Dish Network will give you a free standard receiver, a free DVR receiver, or a free HD receiver at no extra charge. Cheapest Installation DirecTV will give you free installation of your satellite system in up to 4 rooms of your home. Dish Network will give you free installation in up to 6 rooms. Installation for both providers is from 1 to 5 working days. Best Picture Quality Both providers broadcast all their programming in digital and HD quality, so there's no discernable difference in picture quality between the two providers. Best Customer Support Both DirecTV and Dish Network offer 24/7 email and phone support in case you have a problem with your system. Highest Customer Satisfaction DirecTV is currently ranked number 2 in customer satisfaction among all the cable and satellite TV companies, while Dish Network is ranked number 1. The Bottom Line If you're looking for the most TV channels, the most HD channels, the most music channels, the most pay-per-view movies, and the most international channels at the cheapest price, the best satellite TV offer is Dish Network's. Visit http://www.thesatellitetvguide.com or click on the following link for more information on satellite TV offers, plus where to get the best deal on satellite TV service. You can also order Dish Network or DirecTV's satellite TV service online or by phone. The author, Brian Stevens, is the senior editor for TheSatelliteTVGuide.com and has written a number of articles on satellite TV offers.
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