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Though DirecTV Stream is a cordless service and Fios is more traditional cable, it can be tricky to choose one over the other. For one, they're similarly priced at around $80-$85/month. For another, they're both contract-free and offer 2-year price locks, making them viable options for the risk-averse viewer. But they have their advantages and differences, and we've broken them down below to help you decide the right service for your needs.

Advantages of Verizon Cable over DirecTV Stream: more channels + bundle options

Simply put, Verizon Fios has more channels than DirecTV Stream. Its cheapest plan, Your Fios TV, has 125+ channels, five of which you can handpick out of hundreds of (HD) options. In comparison, DirecTV Stream's cheapest plan has about 90 channels, many of them resting on the 720p to 1080p picture quality range. Not bad, but not exactly stellar either. If you're unsure about what you like, Verizon conveniently has a "test drive" plan that lets you try out all of its 400+ channels; after 60 days, it recommends a channel lineup based on your viewing preferences.

Unsurprisingly, Verizon also has more options in the way of internet and mobile deals. If bundles are your thing, then Verizon is right up your alley. The Your Fios TV plan itself already comes with a set-top box and a $50 gift card, but be wary of installation fees and hidden fees, which can climb up to the double digits.

Advantages of DirecTV Stream over Verizon Cable: free trial + more sports + $5 cheaper

It may not have a test drive, but DirecTV Stream has a 5-day trial that lets you try out all of its channels and features for free. And even though it doesn't have as many channels as Verizon, it has more numbers in the sports department, which for some people, is all that really matters. It has specialty channels like Willow and more RSNs than Verizon Fios.

It's also $5/month cheaper. For context, you could purchase a Paramount+ subscription with a dollar more with that money and watch Paramount+ originals and select CBS live sporting events, including NFL on CBS and UEFA Champions League.

Internet or satellite? DirecTV Stream or Dish? You'd think the two were different enough for the answer to be clear, but with streaming prices skyrocketing to cable-level highs, it's easy to get confused by it all. If you're not careful, you might even go with a package that costs you more than it should. If you've been considering these two similarly-priced services, we break down their unique advantages and significant differences below.

Advantages of Dish Cable over DirecTV Stream: HD channels + powerful DVR

The power of having a satellite dish is that you get a stable connection like no other. Dish, in particular, boasts 200 HD channels (and 4k where available) that won't buffer thanks to the strong signal of its receiver. It's the payoff that comes with attaching a clunky device to your roof. In comparison, DirecTV Stream's picture quality generally rests at 720p. It's still crisp, but it's not as sharp and guaranteed as a satellite signal.

If recording shows is a big deal for you, you might also appreciate Dish's Hopper 3 DVR unit more than DirecTV Stream's cloud DVR. To be fair, DirecTV Stream has unlimited storage on cloud, but it deletes recordings after just 90 days. With the Hopper device, you can record 16 shows at the same time, power up to 7 TVs, and watch 4 games at once with its split-screen function. It just has more features overall, though it will cost you an extra $10/month.

Advantages of DirecTV Stream over Dish Cable: no contract + free trial+ flexibility

While both Dish and DirecTV Stream have price locks that prevent them from increasing their monthly fees for 24 months, only DirecTV Stream is contract-free. That means the lock doesn't go both ways with DirecTV Stream - you can choose to cancel your subscription with them anytime you want. Meanwhile, Dish, like most cable providers, has you sign a 2-year contract that binds you to them for that period. If you cancel before then, you'll have to pay a $20 termination fee for each of the remaining months.

If you're still on the fence, DirecTV Stream also has a 5-day trial that lets you test all of its features, from channel lineup to DVR features, at zero cost. Lastly, DirecTV Stream is just generally more flexible, since you don't have to purchase any extra equipment or receivers to use it.

Live TV streaming or traditional cable? That's what you're really asking when comparing the cordless DirecTV Stream with the cable-connected Spectrum TV. They have notable similarities (both don't require contracts) and differences (the $15 price gap), but they also have their unique strengths. So below, we break them all down to let you know which is the better choice for your viewing needs.

Advantages of Spectrum Cable over DirecTV Stream: more channels + contract buyout

While both Spectrum and DirecTV carry local networks and basic sports channels, Spectrum's 150+ channel count still trumps DirecTV Stream's 90+ lineup. We go into more detail below, but basically, Spectrum has The CW, Lifetime, and even more sports channels than DirecTV Stream. These sports channels include beIN, PAC-12, and SEC Network.

Another advantage Spectrum Cable has over DirecTV Stream is that it can buy out any existing contract you might have with a different provider. The cap is at $500 and is only limited to one user, but you must admit that's a tempting offer when considering a switch.

Advantages of DirecTV Stream over Spectrum Cable: flexibility + better mobile viewing + price lock

Unlike Spectrum Cable, which is exclusive to Spectrum internet customers, DirecTV Stream lets you watch live TV regardless of who your internet provider is, making it a more flexible option, especially for those who want to deal with their internet bill separately. Its 5-day free trial and cloud DVR inclusion at no additional cost also add to its flexibility, well, flex.

DirecTV Stream also lets you access your local channels on the go, a feature that many Spectrum Cable users complained about not having. According to users, Spectrum tends to blackout their channels when they stray too far from their registered home internet.

Lastly, DirecTV Stream has a 24-month price lock, which beats Spectrum's one-year lock. But take this advantage with a grain of salt, since DirecTV Stream does have a more expensive monthly price, while Spectrum's surge can go as high as $30/month after the period lock.

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