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About DIRECTV

DIRECTV is a direct broadcast satellite provider that transmits to homes throughout the United States and the Caribbean. There are many different packages to choose from, each offering a variety of features, channels and DVR options. It's important to note that DIRECTV requires a two-year contract, and most customers experience an increase in prices after the first year.

Pros
  • Various programming options
  • Easy to relocate with
  • Multiple packages available
Cons
  • Costly to cancel
  • Price increases after first year

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DIRECTV packages

DIRECTV has many different channels but understands that customers have very specific wants and needs when it comes to programming options. The company offers a variety of packages with multiple features, channels and DVR options. DIRECTV has six different plans:

  • Select: A budget-friendly option with basic channels. Customers can access 155 channels.
  • Choice: A great option for families that has a variety of different program preferences. Customers can access 185 channels.
  • Entertainment: A good choice for sports lovers. Customers can access 160 channels.
  • Xtra: The company’s most popular package. Customers can access 235 channels.
  • Ultimate: Ideal for movie lovers. This comprehensive package gives customers access to 250 channels.
  • Premier: Gives you every option you need for an all-inclusive TV watching experience. Customers can access 330 channels.

DIRECTV has multiple extras and add-ons you can add to your plan. This includes premium channels like HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, The Outdoor Channel, NBA League Pass, NFL Sunday Ticket and DogTV.

DIRECTV prices

The six plans come in at different price points. Installation and DVR hookups are included in your package, but you pay $7 a month and a $99 installation fee if you want additional receivers. There is also a $9.99 a month regional sports fee.

Prices for individual packages are:

  • Select: Plans start at $59 a month
  • Choice: Plans start at $69 a month
  • Entertainment: Plans start at $64 a month
  • Xtra: Plans start at $79 a month
  • Ultimate: Plans start at $84 a month
  • Premier: Plans start at $134 a month

While DIRECTV offers great introductory offers, you must sign a two-year contract, and rates increase in the second year. Be sure to ask about second-year pricing before signing a contract. If you want to cancel your plan early, you must pay $20 per month for every month left on the contract.

Other fees to be aware of include a $99 fee when a technician must be dispatched to make repairs. You can put your streaming services on hold until you return home if you’re going on vacation, but there's a $7 a month charge. There is also a $19.95 activation fee.

The company charges $4.25 if you are late paying your bill. You must return your equipment if you cancel your service — if you choose to keep it, you'll end up paying anywhere between $45 and $135 to cover the costs.

DIRECTV FAQ

Can you get internet through DIRECTV?

DIRECTV doesn’t provide internet service directly, but it offers internet services through AT&T.

How much does DIRECTV really cost?

DIRECTV plans range from $49 to $125 a month, plus service fees and installation.

Is DIRECTV better than cable?

DIRECTV has better equipment and technology than many basic cable providers, and it tends to offer more channels.

What is the best DIRECTV package?

It depends on how much TV you watch and what channels you want. The Entertainment package is best for sports lovers, while the Choice option has a lot of family-friendly options. The best package for you varies based on your budget and your TV preferences.

Is DIRECTV good?

In 2019, over 16 million people across the country subscribed to DIRECTV. While channel options and DVR capabilities are a plus, the significant price increase after the first year and challenging cancellation process may discourage people from committing to DIRECTV. Be sure you completely understand your contract before committing to DIRECTV’s services.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 3, 2025

    DirecTV offers a signal for a per month charge. Although they acknowledge a "good customer" for being loyal, and paying $125+/month for 3.5 years, they have no compassion or consideration for federal workers who are STILL WORKING but not receiving pay! FIND ANOTHER STREAMING SERVICE!!!

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    Contract & Terms

    Reviewed Nov. 2, 2025

    It's a shame with this economy after being a customer with AT&T/DirecTV for all my adult life, had to withdraw a contract. Ok yes, but $320 absurd. I had absolutely no issues, life happens. Couldn't afford it anymore, they don't want to hear that. However I'll be the bigger of the 2 and still rate a 5. In the end it was my agreement.

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      Installation & Setup

      Reviewed Nov. 1, 2025

      DirecTV satellite dish installation has damaged my house. Years after dropping their service their dish sat up on my roof largely ignored. After many years we have come to need to paint our eve’s where the brackets were attached. We were able to remove all but one. And it won’t come off. Contacted DirecTV and requested that they send an installer to remove the bracket. But they said since I am no longer a DirecTV customer go pound sand.

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      Customer Service

      Reviewed Oct. 30, 2025

      Please...Please don't do it! I have been with DirecTV for years and it has been extra stress for me. Most of the channels don't work and DirecTV is high for no reason. They go up on your bill without notifications which is illegal and then call you to add more packages. I am not pleased with my service. They promised me a 300 dollar gift card and I never got it.

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      Customer Service

      Reviewed Oct. 29, 2025

      STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY. Got the service on July 20th, 2025. Keep buffering & canceled the service on August 10th & got the cancelation email & asked me to return the equipment with the label they provided & I did, 3 days ago charged me $130.10 for the equipment & after 3 phone call & being on the phone for 57 minutes finally got my refund. By the way, the customer service is out of the USA & they are trained to read you the screen

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      Contract & TermsProcess

      Reviewed Oct. 24, 2025

      This is the worst service that I have ever had. I switched over from Xfinity, so that tells you how bad this is. I constantly have to restart my streaming DIRECTV box. It cuts out in the middle of almost every single program every other day. Then it’ll be several weeks with no problem. I cannot wait for my contract to be over because I will switch back to my previous provider. This is awful.

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      Punctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed Oct. 19, 2025

      Our service is out yet again, which seems to be a weekly issue! Don’t care anymore. We are moving. We are moving so we can CANCEL our lousy service! Good riddance. You suck. WILL NEVER USE DIRECTV AGAIN!

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      PriceStaff

      Reviewed Oct. 16, 2025

      Had to give it a star just to write this review. It does not even deserve a star. Horrible to get a hold of anyone like a live person. Overly expensive. Tried to cancel and can't. Don't ever go through them.

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      Customer ServiceContract & TermsPunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed Oct. 16, 2025

      The worst of the worst customer service as well as signal. I've called this company 53X for help. Absolutely worthless help. Waiting for my contract to be done. Last time I called the representative threatened me and said what did I do to the equipment. Are you serious? I'm a senior, how dare they say that to me

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      Customer ServiceContract & TermsPriceStaffBilling

      Reviewed Oct. 15, 2025

      Worse customer service ever! Charge you $5 for any help with bill. Make payment arrangement so service won't get disconnected. They can cancel that arrangement even though you get confirmation # and told the arrangement will be honored. Then tell you can still honored payment arrangement but you'll have no service until then date. If want service have pay now. Seems little under handed. Guarantee one thing, but then turn around and do the total opposite. And then put me in a position. I have no choice to pay or I don't get my service back. I say look for streaming n a different service. You'll get so many more channels and hell lot cheaper. Now I'm stuck with this shitty service until budget different service. Honestly there's no service out there that isn't out to screw you over somehow. Only way they make money buy ripping you off.

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      DIRECTV Company Information

      Company Name:
      DIRECTV
      Company Type:
      Public
      Ticker Symbol:
      DTV
      Address:
      2230 East Imperial Highway
      City:
      El Segundo
      State/Province:
      CA
      Postal Code:
      90245
      Country:
      United States
      Website:
      www.directvbundles.com