The difference between satellite and cable TV is picture and sound quality. Unlike cable TV, satellite TV programs are excellent quality with some of them being HD.DIRECTV features compared to those of cable TV are well known. DIRECTV offers a greater number of tv channels with higher picture quality and quality sound. Some programs are also available in HD and Dolby Digital 5.1 sound. Other DIRECTV features include more value for your money, hundreds of popular channels including CNN, ESPN, HBO, Starz, Cinemax and Showtime Unlimited, Disney and other kid oriented channels for children, pay-per-views, special sports pack for sports lovers, DVR service, lucrative deals, round-the-clock customer service, adult programming, parental lock, Internet connectivity and re-installation facility for subscribers moving to new locations.

Cable TV offers a fixed number of channels plus some offer broadband Internet connection ,available with most cable operators. The main disadvantage with cable operators is the limited number of channels and quality.

Cable TV does not require any equipment unless you want to subscribe to pay-per-views and other services. Subscribers need to call the cable company and wait for the cable personnel to visit them to get the service activated , thus a process that can take forever some times.

DIRECTV satellite TV offers awsome digital picture and sound. DIRECTV's DVR service enables consumers to record favorite programs in digital format for later views. Viewers even receive high definition channels. Cable TV quality does not offer such quality and options.

DIRECTV offers several packages to suit all kinds of budgets. People can opt from the basic Family Choice( preffered by most people ) to top of the line all-encompassing deals with options to pause or rewind live TV, watch one show while recording another and even view caller ID on television sets.

Cable TV may appear to be less expensive than DIRECTV, but it also offers fewer channels and none of the services mentioned above and quality also takes a backseat. Think about customer service, particularly if you live in remote areas. DIRECTV is one of the two satellite TV giants in the United States. Competition makes the company offer good 24/7 customer service with a representative showing up at your doorstep within 24 to 72 hours. In comparison, cable TV may take more time in generating a response, depending on the available staff.Another perspective to customer care is the time it takes to restore services after bad weather conditions. Satellite TV typically resumes on its own.

Cable TV outages usually affect entire communities calling for large-scale restoration of service, which generally translates into longer time, resulting in a not satisfactory mood.