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.
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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 ($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. | 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 |
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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Bottom Line | Good satellite provider with introductory prices, best for sports fans... | Good TV provider with plenty of channels for channel surfers... |
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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.