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Originally Posted by Orion
I've had both Dish (past) and DirecTV (current) and they've both got different advantages. To get all the channels, Dish requires two dishes (one south and one SW). DirecTV only requires one, but it requires a much larger view opening to the SW as it picks up several satellites along an arc. They both offer different advanced options in 3D or 4K programming, though they never seem to keep the special channels for long. Also, both compress the local broadcast feeds, so you're better off watching local channels using an OTA antenna, especially for football games.  Yep, you'll need another source for Internet with both. |
For the past few years Dish only requires one dish for all channels. Also fairly new is local channels are now broadcast (offered) in high def and reception is great, better than cable!
https://www.dish.com/local-channels/ Also included in the linked list is WMUR Manchester.
Yes both offer internet via satellite but extremely limited and very expensive especially if you go over your allotted usage!
After having had both, in my opinion Dish Network is better hands down...
Dan