Discover the benefits you get with Freesat from Sky in comparison to what you get with Freeview or Freesat from the BBC.
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FREESAT from Sky |
Freesat from BBC/ITV |
Freeview |
| Subscription costs |
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| TV channels |
240+ |
70+ |
44* |
| Radio channels |
85+ |
30+ |
24 |
| Equipment |
Sky box, viewing card and satellite dish |
Freesat box and satellite dish |
Digital box and aerial |
| Is the equipment yours to own? |
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| Aerial Upgrade Required? |
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Depending on existing aerial, an upgrade may be required. On average this costs from £80. |
| Coverage |
98% |
98% |
73% of the UK. Depending on where you live, you may need an aerial upgrade. There will be extra costs if you need an aerial upgrade or require help with the installation. |
| Installation |
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| Cost |
£146.81 |
£129.95** |
An average of £22.47*** |
Channel numbers correct as of October 2008.
* Number of channels varies on where you live. Customers may not always receive 44 channels.
** Standard Box prices start from around £50. Dish & install starts at £79.95.
*** Based on the average price of a set top box as at March 2008. Source: GfK. Some households require an aerial upgrade to receive Freeview. Prices start from around £80.