Top 5 Benefits to Choose Satellite Television
5. Competitive Pricing
Compared to cable, satellite TV has very competitive pricing. Based on the number and types of channels you get for your monthly subscription, satellite TV is less expensive than cable. Comparable price is important when you consider the additional benefits listed below.
4. Superior Customer Service
Both Dish Network and DIRECTV rate higher on customer satisfaction year after year. Response times are generally faster than those of cable providers. The need for calls is also generally less frequent. This makes sense when you consider each customer has a standalone system. Troubleshooting is easier since the problem can’t be “in the line”.
3. Reliable Service
Since each system is stand-alone, there are fewer fail points in an individual satellite TV system. Most cable problems occur between the cable provider’s distribution point and the customer’s home. If a problem occurs at the distribution point, everyone’s service goes down. This just isn’t the case with Direct Broadcast Service (DBS) satellite TV.
2. Better Signal, More Convenience
Satellite TV transmits 100% digital signals, practically eliminating static and interference. If the dish can receive the signal, the system can give you a picture. Digital signals also make HD easier to provide and DVR fairly standard. Satellite also generally provides a better user interface, with more program information and the ability to select favorite channels.
1. Programming
Of course, the number one benefit of satellite over cable is the choice of programming. Satellite can tailor packages to meet your needs much more easily than cable, without an cost. With more HD channels and numerous sport and entertainment channels to choose from, cable just can’t compete with satellite television.
Bottom line
Whether you choose DIRECTV or Dish Network, satellite TV offers benefits cable just can’t match. For the cost, cable just can’t compete with the service, signal, or variety of satellite.
