DISH | Time Warner Cable | |
---|---|---|
Number of US States where Service is Offered | 50 | 29 |
Cost of Installation | Free with two-year agreement | $50 + $19.99/cable box in select locations* |
High Definition Channels | 200+ | 100+ |
On Demand Titles | 15, 000+ | 18, 000+ |
Contract Duration | 2 years** |
Number of US States where Service is Offered
50 |
Cost of Installation
Free with two-year agreement |
High Definition Channels
200+ |
On Demand Titles
15, 000+ |
Contract Duration
2 years** |
Number of US States where Service is Offered
29 |
Cost of Installation
$50 + $19.99/cable box in select locations* |
High Definition Channels
100+ |
On Demand Titles
18, 000+ |
Contract Duration
|
Cable vs. Satellite TV: Which is Better?
If both cable TV and satellite TV are available in your neighborhood, congratulations: you have the luxury of choosing between two great options. Of course, that means you do have to choose, and often the differences between cable television and satellite television service get downright confusing. Plus, depending on your needs, one may be a better option than the other.
We’ve broken down the best of the two per category, so whether price is top priority or it’s all about the customer support, we’ve got you covered.
High Definition
WINNER: SATELLITE
High definition is where it’s at. You didn’t stand in line for twelve hours on Black Friday to score a discounted 60” UHD 4K TV set just to watch some fuzzy reruns of Friends. You have standards: high definition standards.
Satellite generally has a better selection of national HD channels, while cable has a better selection of local HD programming, so if you want the best channels in the best quality, go with satellite.
Some HD channels are usually included in even the very basic package offerings. However, desirable movie channels like HBO and Showtime are typically included in more expensive service bundles or are offered as an extra. When you call to set up satellite TV service, see if you can wrangle in some HD movie channels along with your bundle.