In early 2019, we're seeing DirecTV continue to offer retention deals that save subscribers anywhere from $50 – $90 per month. Again, specific deals will be dependent on the individual subscriber. Bottom line, calling does still result in saving.
"Because our programming costs went up, we have to raise our monthly prices for select packages," AT&T said in a notice titled "TV price changes for 2020." An additional $2 increase on the Regional Sports Network fee means that some customers will pay another $10 per month.
DirecTV Now starts at $40 per month with its Live a Little package, which includes more than 60 live channels. DirecTV Now doesn't lock you into an annual contract but instead bills you monthly, so you can cancel whenever you like.
Are There Any Family DIRECTV Packages? Technically, yes. There is a DIRECTV Family Package that costs only $29.99 per month plus taxes and includes about 18 extra channels.
Yes, of course you can order DirecTV without a contract. It's called the "purchase option". You must call 800-531-5000 and ask to speak with a support agent. Don't expect all the bells, whistles, freebies, etc..if you go with the purchase option, there is no contract/agreement.
AT&T TV NOW packages
- PLUS – 50+ channels. Starting at: $55/mo.* Popular networks: BET, Bravo, Cartoon Network, CNBC, CNN, Comedy Central, Disney, ESPN, FOX News, FOX Sports 1, Freeform, FX, MTV, Nat Geo, Nickelodeon, Syfy, TBS, TCM, TNT, truTV, USA and VH1.
- MAX – 70+ channels. Starting at: $80/mo.* Popular networks:
AT&T is also making a long list of entertainment and movie channels available for free for its DirecTV and U-verse subscribers who don't already get the programming. The news channels include BBC World News , CNBC, CNN, CNN International, Fox Business Network, Fox News Channel, MSNBC and One America News Network.
Compare DIRECTV All-Included Packages
| DIRECTV Packages | Channel Count | Price |
|---|
| DIRECTV CHOICEtm | 185+ | $69.99/mo3 |
| DIRECTV XTRA | 235+ | $79.99/mo4 |
| DIRECTV ULTIMATE | 250+ | $84.99/mo5 |
| DIRECTV PREMIERtm | 330+ | $134.99/mo6 |
Enjoy more college gridiron action this season than ever before with the ESPN GamePlan DIRECTV package! You can add ESPN GamePlan to any of the available DIRECTV packages. Call now to get more games this year with ESPN GamePlan from DIRECTV!
Use a device to add premium channel packages
- Go to Change Your TV Service.
- Select Change Plan > Channel add-ons.
- Review Premium/Movie Channels, Sports and International options.
- Select Add next to the channel or package you want to add and then Continue.
- Review your changes and Submit order.
Get the DIRECTV channels you wantDIRECTV gives you six main channel packages to choose from. Each package includes your local channels, but from there you'll find a varying mix of sports, news, movie, family and general entertainment channels.
5 best TV packages
- DIRECTV ULTIMATE All Included—Best sports package.
- DISH America's Top 200—Best family package.
- Spectrum TV Gold—Best movie package.
- AT&T TV Ultimate + Internet—Best TV and internet package.
- Hulu + Live TV (No Ads)—Best streaming package.
Unfortunately, there is no way to watch HBO Max on your DirecTV. You can however access HBO's content using their channels. HBO Max can only be accessed via its dedicated mobile app or web platform. You can however use your DirecTV log in credentials to access HBO Max completely free of charge.
Which TV providers have NFL RedZone? For the 2020 season, this channel is only available with three providers: fuboTV, YouTube TV, and DIRECTV. Just like the other two providers, you'll have to get a base package and then get an add-on to access NFL RedZone.
The DIY Network will shutter in 2020 to make way for Chip and Joanna Gaines's new channel. The release also states that “DIY Network, currently in more than 52 million U.S. homes, will be renamed for the venture.”
How to Cancel DirecTV in 5 Steps
- Call Retention at 1-800-288-2020.
- Prepare Your Excuse (like moving abroad)
- Stay Firm, Be Friendly, and Avoid Fees.
- Return all your DirecTV Equipment.
- Call Back and Confirm The Cancellation.
AT&T decided to kill the DirecTV Now brand name this summer and rename the service "AT&T TV Now." This was a confusing move because AT&T also created another streaming service called AT&T TV, and the company hasn't been able to keep the names straight in its communications with customers.
Pricing: DISH offers more bang for your buck in the long run, but if you need 330+ channels, you'll want DIRECTV instead. Contracts: DISH has a better monthly value, while DIRECTV doubles its price during the second year of your contract.
Requires one TV connected to a wired Genie HD DVR and a Wireless Genie Mini for each additional TV. DIRECTV HD DVR Receiver – The HD DVR receiver lets you record, pause and rewind shows. Don't worry if you forgot to press record.
The reality is that some viewers are able to get a DIRECTV Genie upgrade for free, but it's rare. To get it, you must be eligible according to DIRECTV's rules for free hardware. For example, you have to have the same number of TVs and you're already paying DIRECTV's Advanced Receiver Services fee.
All you need to start watching DIRECTV is a satellite dish,a receiver, and a remote.
See features and benefits. Get the 2020 season of NFL SUNDAY TICKET included at no extra cost. Catch every live game, every Sunday.
If you're not now a DirecTV Now customer, you can someday sign up for AT&T TV Now. Nor was there mention of AT&T WatchTV, which offers “35+ channels of live TV” for $15 a month — it's included for free in some AT&T unlimited data plans — and is available now.
You can't get internet service through DIRECTV because it's a satellite TV service. If you're looking to bundle internet with DIRECTV service, check out the bundles from AT&T and CenturyLink.
Because our programming costs went up, we have to raise our monthly prices for select packages. AT&T execs are referring to the rising costs of their carriage deals with networks.
Yes, you can "buy" (which really means lease at the same rate that D* gives you). You can then self-install and call to activate the receivers.
AT&T TV is streamed over the internet, and DIRECTV is beamed via satellite in the sky. We think AT&T TV is the better choice of the two for TV service because it gives you a lot of essential channels for a lower price than DIRECTV, and there's less equipment to deal with (satellite dishes on the roof are so 2010).
