DirecTV is one of US' top satellite TV providers, especially for sports fans and movie buffs. All DirecTV packages come with a minimum of 90 channels and a Genie DVR with unlimited cloud storage for recording live TV. You can watch in other rooms using the Gemini streaming box too, which is equipped for 4K picture quality.
So, which DirecTV package gets you the best mix of channels at the lowest price? There are four packages to choose from – the more you spend, the more channels you'll get. That could also mean more HD channels and more sport in 4K HDR.
Here's everything you need to know about DirecTV, plus this month's best DirecTV package deals...
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What is DirecTV?
DirecTV is a satellite subscription TV service provider owned by AT&T. It's billed as 'The number one satellite service in the US', boasts over 11 million subscribers and offers a mix of live and on demand TV.
You can choose to receive DirecTV either via satellite dish or through your internet connection. The former comes with a DVR that can store up to 200 hours of HD content, while the latter has unlimited cloud storage (with shows stored for up to nine months).
You also get the DirecTV App, which means you can watch live and on-demand shows on mobile devices (over wi-fi). You can even download your DVR recordings to devices and watch offline.
How much does DirecTV cost?
DirecTV's top tier Premier package ($169.99 per month) includes a crazy 185+ channels, access to live, out-of-market NFL games, plus premium channels such as HBO.
Of course, you can enjoy DirecTV for much less. The entry level Entertainment Package ($89.99 per month) gets you 90+ channels including ESPN and MSNBC.
Worth noting: all prices are based on a 24-month contract, and DirecTV reserves the right to make a small adjustment to the price of your chosen package after 12 months.
Also worth knowing: DirecTV is part of AT&T, so if you bundle your TV package with an AT&T internet package, you could save big with reward cards. Refer your friends, meanwhile, and you could earn up to $500 in e-gift cards.
The best DirecTV packages and deals
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