DIRECTV vs AT&T U-Verse

DIRECTV is a good satellite provider with introductory prices, best for sports fans. How does it compare to AT&T U-Verse? Read our comparison chart below.

DIRECTV is a popular favorite because of its exclusive NFL Sunday Ticket.

While AT&T U-Verse has one of the highest channel counts out of all the paid TV providers. Its highest tiered plan has more than 550+ channels to surf from. It also has a good selection of international offerings and over 200 HD channels.

Compare DIRECTV with AT&T U-Verse, side-by-side. Read on for an in-depth look, including ratings, reviews, pros and cons.

	DIRECTV	AT&T U-Verse
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	Benefits and Features
DVR	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.	AT&T's U-Verse Total Home DVR can record up to 4 shows at once. Has 500GB storage space. Paired with receivers to connect up to 4 TV sets, with a total of 4 unique streams. Larger DVR unit with 6 unique streams and 1TB storage space available.
Packages	Select ($35/month): 150+ channels. Entertainment ($40/month): 155+ channels. Choice ($45/month): 185+ channels, NFL Sunday Ticket. Xtra ($55/month): 230+ channels, NFL Sunday Ticket. Ultimate ($60/month): 245+ channels, NFL Sunday Ticket. Premier ($110/month): 325+ channels, NFL Sunday Ticket, DIRECTV Sports Pack. 📞 855-976-6355	U-Basic ($19/month): 20+ channels U-Family ($40/month): 200+ channels U200 ($60/month): 360+ channels U300 ($65/month): 470+ channels U450 ($115/month): 550+ channels 📞 855-716-4737
Cancellation	Early termination fees are $20 for each remaining month left in contract. All equipment is leased and must be returned, unreturned equipment fees apply.	$180 early termination fee per service, pro rated $15 per month. All equipments is leased and must be returned, unreturned equipment fees apply.
Contract	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.	Users must sign up for a 12-month agreement to get promotional prices. Regular pricing applies in the second year.
Installation	Standard professional installation included in up to 4 rooms only; additional installations cost extra.	Standard professional installation included for up to 3 rooms. Additional installations cost extra.
Autopay	$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.	$5 discount if you sign up for autopay feature. Can be set up with bank account, credit/debit card.
Receiver Fee	Equipment rental fee of $7/month for each receiver on account.	Additional receiver ($10/month)
Regional Sports Fee	Up to $7.29/month may apply (varies depending on location)	No regional sports fee.
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Pros & Cons	Pros: NFL Sunday Ticket Channel Packages AT&T Bundle Cons: Regional Sports Fee Pricing after 1st Year	Pros: High channel count No DVR fees Good international offerings Cons: Uncertain future Limited availability
Bottom Line	Good satellite provider with introductory prices, best for sports fans... Read full review	Good TV provider with plenty of channels for channel surfers... Read full review
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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. AT&T U-Verse: 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.

Which is Better: DIRECTV or AT&T U-Verse?

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In short: DIRECTV's sports is outstanding.

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DIRECTV Premier Package Channels
The PREMIER package is DIRECTV's biggest package. It features a massive 330+ channel lineup, and it includes all the premium networks as part of its subscription. Enjoy channels like HBO, Showtime, CINEMAX, and Starz all year-round without having to pay additional fees.

DIRECTV Ultimate Package Channels
The ULTIMATE package is DIRECTV's second largest package (just under the PREMIER package). It has 250+ channels, with dedicated movie channels for the movie enthusiast. If you love movies, the ULTIMATE package is for you.

DIRECTV Choice Package Channels
The CHOICE package brings more variety in terms of channels. It's got about 30 more channels than the ENTERTAINMENT package. It's also the first package where you get the NFL Sunday Ticket for free, making it a prime choice for football fans.

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DIRECTV Xtra Package Channels
The XTRA package is DIRECTV's most popular package. It's their mid-tier plan, with more than 235+ channels. If you want a good mix of channels without spending too much, the XTRA package is for you.

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