All About Free Satellite TV Deals
by: Teddy LC.
I am sure you've seen these ads online and offline -- "Free satellite TV!"
"Get a 4-room Satellite TV System Free!" and "Satellite TV Dish and Receivers
Absolutely Free!" But are these deals really free? Are them worth for the money?
But are these satellite TV offers really free?
The answer to that question is yes ... and no.
It's a 'yes' because you got the satellite TV systems for free. Further more
you get other promotions gifts such as digital video recorder (DVR), DVD player,
home theater systems and HD systems for free. As the ads say: No equipments to
buy at all. However, the programming service will cost you money. Each month,
these socall "free satellite TV deals" are going to take out some dollars from
your wallet.
Let's examine the facts about free satellite TV deals.
Due to the demise of Pegasus and Voom services, there are only two major
satellite TV providers in the USA -- Dish Network and DirecTV. Both companies
are providing 100% digital satellite pictures; both companies are offering
amazing free satellite TV systems; and both companies have the finest sales
support team for their customer services.
Dish Network Satellite TV
When you order a free satellite TV system from Dish Network, you will be
asked to pay a $49.99 activation fee. This fee will be credited to your
programming bill, so in essence, your satellite TV system is free. Installation
of your satellite TV system is also free.
With Dish Network you have the option to upgrade to a DVR (digital video
recording) receiver, or an HDTV (high definition TV) receiver at no charge.
You can get Dish Network services at a monthly cost of $19.99. However, Dish
Network standard programming fees start at $31.99 per month (for standard 60
program channels). The monthly subscription fees then goes up to around $86.00
for 230 channels including Showtime, Starz!, HBO, Cinemax, and Sirius radio.
Dish Network offers more movies, shows, and HDTV than cable or DirecTV, and
with one of their free DVR receivers you can record, pause, and fast forward
live TV with a click of your remote. All Dish Network programs are broadcast in
digital format for crystal-clear picture and sound.
DirecTV Satellite TV Service
Depending on your credit rating, when you order a free satellite TV system
from DirecTV you may be required to pay a deposit or prepayment. Because the
deposit is refunded to you and the prepayment goes toward your programming fees,
the DirecTV satellite dish and receivers are free. Installation is also free.
If you want a DVR receiver you will be charged an additional $49.99. The
charge for HDTV receivers is $299.99.
DirecTV programming packages start at $29.99 per month for 115 channels
(including 31 music channels), and go up to more than $90 per month for 185
program channels, including Showtime, Starz!, HBO, Cinemax, and 31 music
channels.
DirecTV offers more sports programs than you can get with cable or Dish
Network, including the popular NFL Sunday Ticket which Dish Network does not
cover. All sports channels are broadcasted in all-digital format.
Wrapping things up
Both Dish Network and DirecTV's deals are lucrative. As mentioned before, you
will get sets of satellite systems and home electronics for free but the
programming services will cost you anywhere from $32 to $94 a month.
If TV is one of your primary forms of entertainment and you want the biggest
variety of shows, movies, sports, and news -- then we satellite TV deals should
be something you should seriously consider. Cable TVs nowadays doesn't looks
like a good deal to go for as their monthly fees increase a lot every year. For
football fans that wish to get every NFL games- DirecTV is what you are looking
for; for normal family, Dish Network seems to be a better choice. You can check
out some of the reputable dealers (both Dish Network and DirecTV) at here.
However, if you watch just a few television programs a week and have access
to over-the-air TV, then satellite TV probably isn't for you.
About The Author
Teddy LC.-- experienced writter on consumer products reviews. Check out
his latest satellite TV related website and get recommendations on DirecTV
or Dish Network deals.
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