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There are now two satellite TV companies in the U.S. - DIRECTV and DISH Network. Here's a comparison of who they are and which one has the best deals on satellite TV service and equipment. DIRECTV With more than 15 satellites providing service to more than 16 million subscribers in the United States, and 2 million in Latin America, DIRECTV is the largest satellite TV company. When it comes to customers service, DIRECTV has consistently ranked as one of the top two companies among satellite and cable TV companies by J.D. Power & Associates. DISH Network DISH Network is the fastest growing satellite TV company with 10 satellites providing service to more than 14 million subscribers in the U.S. They, too, have consistently received top honors from J.D. Power & Associates in customer service. How They Compare Here's a comparison between DIRECTV and DISH Network: Number of channels - DIRECTV has more than 255 channels, which includes 73 XM radio channels. DISH Network has more than 355 channels, including 52 music channels and 60 Sirius radio channels. Cheapest programming price - DIRECTV's least expensive program package is $29.99 a month for their 40-channel Family package, and includes local channels. DISH Network's cheapest program package is $19.99 a month for their Dish Family package, and local channels are $5 a month extra. (Note: for more information on prices and programming click on the link below.) Satellite TV Equipment - DIRECTV is currently offering a free satellite TV system which consists of a dish and a four-room receiver system, with installation included, when you sign up for their service. DISH Network will also give you a free dish and a four-room satellite TV system with free installation when you sign with them. Both companies offer free DVR (digital video recorder) receivers and Free HD (high definition) receivers. Their equipment is comparable in quality and user-friendliness. Pay-per-view - DIRECTV offers 60 movies per month, plus numerous sporting events and special events. DISH Network offers 75 movies per month, plus sporting events and special events. International programming - DIRECTV has 10 international channels which includes Caribbean, Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Italian, Russian, South Asian, Spanish, Ukranian, and Vietnamese programming. DISH Network has 20 international channels, which includes African, Arabic, Armenian, Asian, Chinese, Farsi, French, German, Greek, Israeli, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, South Asian, Spanish, Tagalog, and Urdu programming. Service commitment - DIRECTV and DISH Network each require a one year commitment when you order their service. Customer service - Both DIRECTV and DISH Network offer online customer service and toll-free customer service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Visit http://www.thesatellitetvguide.com or click on the following link for more information on satellite TV companies, plus where to get the best deal on DIRECTV and DISH Network satellite TV service. You can also see their latest special offers and order their satellite TV service online. The author, Brian Stevens, is the senior editor for TheSatelliteTVGuide.com and has written a number of articles on satellite TV companies.
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