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DIRECTV
Up to 340+ channels with the Premier package
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DISH
America's Top 120 starting at $79.99/mo
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Spectrum
4.2/5 rating from CableCompare users
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National providers ranked by value and ratings. Enter your ZIP code above for local availability.
| Provider | Starting Price | Channels | Contract | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | $59.99/mo | 150+ | No contract | 4.2 |
| DIRECTV | $69.99/mo | 165+ | 24 months | 3.9 |
| DISH | $79.99/mo | 190+ | 24 months | 3.8 |
| Xfinity | $20.00/mo | 10+ | No contract | 3.7 |
| Optimum | $35.00/mo | 50+ | No contract | 3.5 |
| Cox | $56.99/mo | 75+ | No contract | 3.4 |
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