We Make It Easy to Compare the Best TV Service Providers in Your Area
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We’ve analyzed all nationwide providers by comparing their channel lineups, TV fees, and pricing to give you an idea of what’s out there. Use these recommendations to compare TV options available near you.
From hidden fees to channel lineups, finding the right TV plan can feel overwhelming. To help, our experts review top providers on categories like performance, affordability, and customer satisfaction to bring you the best TV options near you.
Each TV connection type has pros and cons to suit different needs. Depending on which provider you go with, things like channel lineups, availability, and pricing will vary.
Less susceptible to service interruptions
Standalone TV packages can be pricey
Great picture quality & lots of channel add-ons
May lose signal during inclement weather
Affordable TV alternative available everywhere
Requires a stable internet connection
Provider | Starting Price | Max Channel Count | Simultaneous DVR Recordings | Find My Provider |
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DIRECTV | $64.99/mo.* | 330+ | 5 | Check in My Area |
Xfinity | $30.00/mo. – $89.99/mo. | 10 – 260+ | 0 – 6 | Check in My Area |
Spectrum | $59.99/mo. – $99.99/mo. | 125 – 250+ | 6 | Check in My Area |
Optimum | $30/mo. | 420+ | 15 | Check in My Area |
DISH | $69.99/mo.* | 290+ | 16 | Check in My Area |
Provider | DIRECTV |
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Starting Price | $64.99/mo.* |
Max Channel Count | 330+ |
Simultaneous DVR Recordings | 5 |
Check in My Area | |
Provider | Xfinity |
Starting Price | $30.00/mo. – $89.99/mo. |
Max Channel Count | 10 – 260+ |
Simultaneous DVR Recordings | 0 – 6 |
Check in My Area | |
Provider | Spectrum |
Starting Price | $59.99/mo. – $99.99/mo. |
Max Channel Count | 125 – 250+ |
Simultaneous DVR Recordings | 6 |
Check in My Area | |
Provider | Optimum |
Starting Price | $30/mo. |
Max Channel Count | 420+ |
Simultaneous DVR Recordings | 15 |
Check in My Area | |
Provider | DISH |
Starting Price | $69.99/mo.* |
Max Channel Count | 290+ |
Simultaneous DVR Recordings | 16 |
Check in My Area |
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Most TV providers offer decent discounts to customers who pair two or more services together. Typically, you can see savings of up to $40 on your monthly bill when you bundle internet and TV services together.
Internet typically costs between $40 – $100 depending on the plan you select. This may include not only your service but also extra fees like an equipment rental or installation. Check with your provider and compare plans before signing up.
Cable TV and satellite TV differ in price, installation, and equipment. Cable TV uses coaxial cables and a cable box, while satellite TV delivers service using a satellite dish. Still, both TV connections offer access to local and nationwide channels.
Also called “Ultra-HD TV,” 4K is a picture resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, or about four times the resolution you get with regular HD TV. This translates to sharper images, however, you need a 4K TV and a TV provider that offers 4K programming to get it.