The DISH Basic TV is the cheapest TV plan that DISH offers, costing $59. 99/month at its lowest. It has over 190 channels and is a good choice for viewers who are willing to sacrifice some variety for affordability but do not want to deal with cable’s complicated channel packages. Here is a breakdown of the major channel categories available in the Basic package:
Local Broadcast Channels
You get to ‘see’ major local broadcast stations such as ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, and PBS, among others, in high definition where it is possible. This enables you to follow events that are happening around your area, sports, and prime-time programs. Depending on the country you are located in, the exact channels differ.
Kids and Family
Some of the popular kids and family channels that are available in the Basic package are Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, Cartoon Network, Discovery Family, Hallmark Channel, INSP, and BYUtv. This makes it easy to babysit the kids or to have a wholesome family entertainment program on this channel.
Entertainment
The basic package of channels includes entertainment channels, such as A&E, AMC, FX, TBS, TNT, TV Land, VH1, WE TV, Lifetime, Hallmark Drama, GSN, MTV, Comedy Central, Paramount Network, and many more. You will get to watch your favorite shows of all genres, movies, reality shows, and sitcoms among others.
Sports
MVPN sports channels in the DISH Package consist of ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, NFL Network, beIN Sports, CBS Sports, Stadium, and PAC-12 Network to ensure the best access to games and commentaries. There is also the option of the Golf Channel which golf lovers will find useful. Some of the local regional Fox Sports Networks may also be added based on your region.
News and Information
Watch top national news sources like CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, HLN, Fox Business, Bloomberg Television, Cheddar, and Newsy, along with nearby PBS affiliates.
Home and Lifestyle
Entertaining and lifestyle programs are easily seen on home improvement network television like HGTV, lifestyle and food kitchen shows seen on Food Network, family and women-oriented shows on TLC, Discovery Channel travel channels, and do-it-yourself shows seen on DIY Network. Be entertained with pedicab tours and idea-packed shows including interior design and exotic foods.
Movies
Although DISH Basic does not include any movie channels of the highest tier such as HBO or Starz, you can watch movies on AMC, IFC, Sundance TV, TCM, FX Movie Channel, and others that are available in the package.
Additional Channel Highlights
Other more specific additional services that complement DISH Basic are such TV channels as The Weather Channel, Crime & Investigation, Science, Destination America, American Heroes Channel, Aspire TV, REELZ, Game Show Network, NBC Universe, UPtv, and others.
Even though it does not have as many channels as DISH’s other packages such as America’s Top 120 and America’s Top 200, DISH Basic is a good mix of news, sports, movies, lifestyle, family, and entertainment. The available lists of channels are also slim, allowing you to watch your famous show without subscribing to unnecessary channels. Plus, you can also enhance your programming package by subscribing to various channel packs that are available such as Locals, News, Sports, etc.
DISH Basic offers basic channel packages with content that builds the foundation for a viewer’s cable experience at a very affordable price. It is the most basic and cheap package by DISH which makes it suitable for frugal audiences such as elderly people, another television, a small house, kid’s room among others. Of course, it is not as elaborate as before, yet it offers good and diverse programs in various categories.
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