Dish or Directv - Best satellite to purchase
Looking to purchase a satellite system for my new class A which came only with the standard crank-up antenna and booster. Looking for suggestions as to which provider is best Dish or Directv and which...
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This topic is always similar to Ford verses Chevy. If you want HD and no set-up hassle then the Winegard Traveler is the choice for the satellite. If that is the case that leads you towards Direct as the simplest solution.
The programing is similar enough that it will not make any real difference except for sports - there Direct has a distinct advantage.
If you have one or the other already at your house, then logically go with what you already have. In my case, I was with Direct so took an already owned DVR/Receiver to the coach and activated it. I also already had a Traveler on the roof. 6 dollars per month extra. Changing locations to get local channels is a simple step with Direct - do not know about Dish,
If you have to start from scratch on all of this AT&T is having some darn good specials for phones with data and Direct TV packages. If you need a new phone and can live with AT&T that might be an economical way. The satellite of course is over and above any Dish/Direct TV activation and installation costs.
Check AT&T discount programs form the company you work for or retired from. In my case - 25% off each service.
The programing is similar enough that it will not make any real difference except for sports - there Direct has a distinct advantage.
If you have one or the other already at your house, then logically go with what you already have. In my case, I was with Direct so took an already owned DVR/Receiver to the coach and activated it. I also already had a Traveler on the roof. 6 dollars per month extra. Changing locations to get local channels is a simple step with Direct - do not know about Dish,
If you have to start from scratch on all of this AT&T is having some darn good specials for phones with data and Direct TV packages. If you need a new phone and can live with AT&T that might be an economical way. The satellite of course is over and above any Dish/Direct TV activation and installation costs.
Check AT&T discount programs form the company you work for or retired from. In my case - 25% off each service.
