Overview: DIRECTV is the leading satellite provider in the nation with over 16 million subscribers in total. In addition to its exclusive NFL package, DIRECTV also provides a number of other high quality products to all of its customers. You can choose from several programming plans, including the TOTAL CHOICE® FAMILY Package, which includes 45 channels of programming suitable for families with younger viewers for one low price.

Package Options: With seven packages in total DIRECTV has something for everyone, whether you are looking for a cheap package, a family plan, or a sports package. And when you subscribe to their Premium package you get a world of premium networks in 100% digital quality, in total 31 premium movie channels plus over 30 sports networks.

Features: With DIRECTV packages you can choose from basic features with a low price or add on as many features as you would like. DIRECTV provides its subscribers with an advanced Video-On-Demand menu, to view recently played TV shows and movies for free. As well as a PPV section if you are looking for something new or different. Along with DIRECTV’s advanced menus they also provide indepth Parental Controls.

DIRECTV also has options for those who are looking for a more enriched TV viewing experience. If you are looking to have High Definition Television (HDTV) or Digital Video Recording (DVR), then you can add them on to your subscription for an additional fee. Or if you select one of their mid to high level subscription packages you will get these for free.

Pricing: DIRECTV offers an array of very competitive prices. However unless you choose one of their premium packages you will be paying extra fees for features such as HDTV. They offer a good variety of price points for most monthly TV bills. They also regularly have very good promotions going on which will give you a deal on the first few months of service as well as free installation.

Overall: DIRECTV is probably the most popular option if you have chosen to go with satellite TV. They are the leading satellite TV provider, so you know that they will live up to their reputation and provide a great reliable service.