Explore the deals: Free HD for Life

One of the best parts of signing up for satellite TV is the satisfaction that comes with getting THE best deal possible. Sometimes, that’s easier said than done, though. As with most residential purchases (phone, internet, etc) it’s up to you to do the research and make sure money isn’t left on the table. Your […]

DIRECTV’s Entertainment vs DISH Family (Smart Pack)

The entry-level (and least expensive) satellite TV packages available, DIRECTV ENTERTAINMENT and DISH Family (aka Smart Pack) have plenty of history and backing from their subscribers. Each plan has been around for a few years now and, with their channel lineup and price, it’s clear each company is going after a slightly different type of […]

DIRECTV’s Premier vs DISH America’s Everything

If you’re considering the biggest and best plans available in satellite TV but aren’t sure whether to side with DIRECTV or DISH, this edition of our head-to-head plan battles may help you out with your decision. About a decade ago, DISH’s largest package held a stranglehold on price AND channel value, but with DIRECTV’s plummeting […]

DIRECTV’s Choice XTRA vs DISH America’s Top 250

In our first installment of head-to-head plan battles between DIRECTV and DISH Network, we’ll profile two of the most popular packages going: Choice XTRA and America’s Top 250. They each have plenty of subscribers and share some quality features, but if you’re trying to decide between the two, there are a few important differences. In […]

DIRECTV vs DISH Deals: Side-by-side Comparison

If you’re evenly split between DIRECTV and DISH, often, the deciding factor comes down to which provider is offering the best deal. There’s plenty of (sometimes intentionally) confusing claims made via TV, radio and print, so we decided to compare each of the most important categories side-by-side. New specials are released about 3 times a […]