Satellite TV Networks - Directv, Dish Network, and Skyangel Compared

How many satellite networks are there?satellite TV system - a satellite dish and a
There are actually three satellite TV networks -four-television receiver system with universal
DIRECTV, DISH Network, and Sky Angel.remotes. They will also give you a a free HD
DIRECTV began it's satellite TV service in 1994.receiver so you can watch HD programs, or a
They are the largest satellite TV network with 15free DVR receiver so you can record your
satellites and 14.5 million subscribers.favorite programs.
DISH Network began its satellite TV service inBoth DIRECTV and DISH Network have received
1995. They are the fastest-growing satellite TVthe highest customer satisfaction ratings among all
network with 9 satellites and more than 12.5cable and satellite TV providers for the last five
million subscribers.years, and both networks provide 24/7 online and
Sky Angel began it's satellite TV service 1981.toll-free customer service.
They are a Christian satellite TV network andSky Angel Network
utilize DISH Network's satellites and broadcastSky Angel offer 35 channels of Christian satellite
facilities.TV programming and satellite radio shows. Their
What services do they provide?prices start at $14.99 per month for 20 TV
DIRECTV Networkprogram channels and 15 satellite radio channels.
DIRECTV offers 250 channels of satellite TVSky Angel charges $149 for one dish, one
programming including movie channels, musicreceiver, and one remote, and extra receivers
channels, sports packages, and pay-per-vieware $99 each. Installation costs $99 to $199
programs. Their prices start at $29.99 a monthdepending on the complexity of the installation.
for 155 channels of satellite TV programmingSky Angel provides 24 hour, 7 days-a-week online
including 50 XM satellite radio channels and threeand toll-free customer service.
months of HBO, Showtime, and Starz movieWhich network has the best service?
channels.It depends on what you're looking for ...
When you subscribe to one of their programmingIf you like sports, DIRECTV has the most sports
packages, DIRECTV will give you a free satellitepackages, including the popular NFL Sunday Ticket.
TV system consisting of a satellite dish and up toIf you're looking for a bargain and you want the
four free receivers with universal remotes. Youbiggest variety of programming, DISH Network
can also get a free HD (high definition) receiver sohas the least expensive program packages, the
you can watch HD programs, or a free DVRmost channels, the most HD programming, the
(digital video recorder) receiver so you can recordmost pay-per-view movies and events, the most
your favorite shows.game channels, and the most music channels.
DISH NetworkAnd if you want Christian programming, Sky
DISH Network offers 350 program channelsAngel has the most Christian satellite TV channels
including movie channels, music channels, sportsand the most Christian satellite radio channels.
packages, game channels, and pay-per-viewHow do I sign up for satellite TV service?
programs.. Their prices start at $29.99 a monthVisit for more information, ordering information,
for 230 channels of satellite TV programmingplus the latest special offers from DISH Network,
including 60 Sirius satellite radio channels and threeDIRECTV , or Sky Angel.
months of Starz Movie Pak.The author, Brian Stevens, is the senior editor for
When you subscribe to one of their programmingand has written numerous articles on satellite TV
packages, DISH Network will give you a freenetworks.