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By What Hi-Fi? last updated 31 October 23

UPDATED A bit old-fashioned in some ways, but Sky Q still trumps the newer Sky Stream overall.

By What Hi-Fi? published 4 July 17

If you want a fine spread of 4K content and excellent picture quality, Sky has you covered...

By What Hi-Fi? published 19 November 15

An old favourite keeps up to date with new features, including wireless capability

By What Hi-Fi? published 4 January 13

Best Freesat recorder, Awards 2013. No match for YouView, but if you’re determined to go Freesat this is the best box

By What Hi-Fi? published 18 October 12

Product of the Year, Awards 2015. A premium high-definition and recording option, now with wi-fi connectivity.

By What Hi-Fi? published 18 October 11

Best Freesat recorder, Awards 2012. Samsung has brought the Sky experience to this Freesat PVR

By What Hi-Fi? published 30 June 11

The Echostar HDS-600RS SlingLoaded is a clever streamer that gives you a Freesat HD fix wherever you go

By What Hi-Fi? published 20 April 11

Improves on the standard Sky box's picture performance, adding real refinement – but the price jump might be a bit too much

By What Hi-Fi? published 13 April 10

Satellite recorder of the year, Awards 2011. If you're into HD TV, then you should check out this addition to the tried and trusted Sky+ format

By What Hi-Fi? published 3 March 10

Bridges the gap between the single-tuner Technisat HDFS and the Humax Foxsat-HDR: a capable if unspectacular buy