When choosing a provider it always comes down to which provider has the best combination of price and programming to meet your needs.

DirectTV has the rights to sport packages like NHL Center Ice, MLB Extra Innings, Yankee Games, NFL Sunday Ticket and NBA League Pass.

Dish Network offers the cheapest montly basic plan right now at $24.99.

There are several websites that compare both Dish Network and Direct TV, I like to use Satellite TV - Digital Satellite TV Providers - Dish TV Compare & Save The site compares price, channels and packages. Plus, you can order directly from the website.