Comcast Xfinity vs DIRECTV
Comcast Xfinity is a no contract cable TV which lets you watch recordings on the go. How does it compare to DIRECTV? Read our comparison chart below.
Comcast Xfinity is a cable TV provider which lets you choose to have a contract or no contract. Xfinity TV offers a combination of normal and cloud DVR. You can record your shows into your DVR machine, as well as upload it to the cloud. This lets you watch your shows on the go, which is handy if you travel.
While DIRECTV is a popular favorite because of its exclusive NFL Sunday Ticket.
Compare Comcast Xfinity with DIRECTV, side-by-side. Read on for an in-depth look, including ratings, reviews, pros and cons.
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DVR | Two types of DVR services: normal and cloud DVR. Normal DVR records up to 6 shows at once, and has 500GB storage capacity. Cloud DVR records up to 60 hours. You can download recordings to your device to watch offline. | Genie HD-DVR can record up to 5 simultaneous recordings. 1 TB storage space for 200 hours of HD or 800 hours of SD recording. Paired with receivers (Mini Genie) to connect up to 8 TV sets, however only 4 active viewings at one time. |
Packages | Limited Basic ($28.65/month): 10+ channels Digital Economy ($34.99/month): 100+ channels Digital Starter ($64.99/month): 140+ channels Digital Preferred ($84.99/month): 220+ channels Digital Premier ($124.99/month): 260+ channels (Prices are for packages without contract) | Select ($49.99/month): 150+ channels. Entertainment ($54.99/month): 155+ channels. Choice ($59.99/month): 185+ channels, NFL Sunday Ticket. Xtra ($69.99/month): 230+ channels, NFL Sunday Ticket. Ultimate ($74.99/month): 245+ channels, NFL Sunday Ticket. Premier ($124.99/month): 325+ channels, NFL Sunday Ticket, DIRECTV Sports Pack. |
Cancellation | All equipment must be returned within 30 days of termination. Unreturned equipment fees apply. | Early termination fees are $20 for each remaining month left in contract. All equipment is leased and must be returned, unreturned equipment fees apply. |
Contract | Users can choose to subscribe for a 1-year contract, or pay month-to-month | User agreement requires a base TV package of $29.99/month for a 24-month contract minimum. Promotional pricing only applies for first 12 months; regular pricing applies after. |
Installation | Standard professional installation fee of $60. Final bill generated after installation. | Standard professional installation included in up to 4 rooms only; additional installations cost extra. |
Autopay | $5/month discount when signing up for Xfinity's Autopay and Eco-bill feature. Autopay can be set up with bank account, or debit/credit card. | $5/month discount for the first 12 months if you sign up for DIRECTV autopay feature. Autopay can be setup with bank account, debit card, or credit card. |
Receiver Fee | HD DVR Box ($19.95/month), Additional cable box ($9.95/month). | Equipment rental fee of $7/month for each receiver on account. |
Regional Sports Fee | Regional Sports Fee (up to $6.75/month) | Up to $7.29/month may apply (varies depending on location) |
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Bottom Line | No contract cable TV which lets you watch recordings on the go... | Good satellite provider with introductory prices, best for sports fans... |
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Comcast Xfinity: Pricing information including fees, features and contract length was obtained on April 12, 2018 from published websites and is believed to be accurate, but not guaranteed. DIRECTV: Pricing information including fees, features and contract length was obtained on December 6, 2017 from published websites and is believed to be accurate, but not guaranteed. |
Which is Better: Comcast Xfinity or DIRECTV?
Still need help deciding which tv is better? Read the in-depth reviews below. You may also be interested in comparing Comcast Xfinity or Sling.
In short: Comcast Xfinity's contract is outstanding. DIRECTV's sports and selection are outstanding.
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Kourtney Ragusa from New Jersey
The ondemand feature of comcast offers much more titles. Also the technology abd set up of direct tv seems outdated.
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