DISH Network provides a variety of promotional offers, free trials, and discount programs designed to reduce the initial cost of satellite TV service for new and qualifying returning customers. These promotions often include months of free service, waived installation fees, and free premium channel access. The availability and terms of these offers are subject to specific eligibility requirements and promotional codes.
Current Free Service Promotions
The most prominent free offer available through DISH is the "3 months free" promotion. This limited-time offer provides new or qualifying returning customers with three months of TV service at no cost. To redeem this offer, customers must select a TV package and enter the specific promo code 3FREE in the "Enter Promo code" field during the checkout process. In addition to the free service period, this promotion typically includes a waiver of the standard $199 installation fee. The offer also comes with a two-year price guarantee, locking in the monthly rate for the duration of the agreement.
Free Premium Channel Offers
When signing up for DISH TV service, customers automatically receive free access to several premium channels and packages for the first three months. These include: * Paramount+ with SHOWTIME * STARZ * The DISH Movie Pack
The DISH Movie Pack is a collection of movie channels that includes: * Crime & Investigation Network * FOX Movie Channel * HDNET MOVIES * Hallmark Movies & Mysteries * Indieplex * MGM+, MGM Hits, and MGM Marquee * MoviePlex * PixL * RetroPlex * Sony Movies * STARZ ENCORE Suspense * STARZ Kids and Family
It is important to note that these premium channels are promotional and will auto-renew and bill if the customer does not cancel them before the three-month promo period ends.
Discounted Packages and Pricing
DISH offers several TV packages with varying channel lineups and features. All packages generally include a 2-year TV price guarantee, the Hopper 3 DVR, and the DISH Voice Remote.
- America’s Top 120: Priced at $89.99/month, this package includes 190 channels, local channels, over 28,000 free OnDemand titles, and over 70 Sirius XM music channels.
- America’s Top 120 Plus: Priced at $99.99/month, this package includes 190+ channels and adds sports networks such as SEC Network, Big Ten Network, and Pac-12 Network.
- America’s Top 200: Priced at $109.99/month, this package includes 240+ channels and adds NBA TV, NHL Network, and the Golf Channel. It also provides over 35,000 free OnDemand titles.
- America’s Top 250: Priced at $119.99/month, this package includes 290+ channels and adds 17 movie channels, including Turner Classic Movies, STARZ Encore channels, and The Movie Channel. It offers over 36,000 free OnDemand titles.
Special Discount Programs for Professions and Groups
DISH offers exclusive discounts and value packages to specific groups, including healthcare workers, teachers, military personnel, first responders, and seniors. To receive these discounts, customers must sign up for a DISH TV package and check the box under "Special Offers" at checkout.
Healthcare Workers and Teachers
Healthcare workers and teachers are eligible for a package that includes one free movie rental each month, a two-year price guarantee, a free upgrade to DISH Anywhere, and the Heartland channel pack. This package is valued at $144 over two years and includes channels such as: * BabyTV * Cowboy Channel * Cowgirl Channel * Discovery Family * Game Show Network (GSN) * Great American Living * Great American Family * Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Drama, and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries * Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) * RFD-TV * PixL * UPtv
According to separate source data, medical professionals and teachers can save $360 over the first two years.
Military and First Responders
Active military personnel, veterans, and first responders receive specific benefits: * First Responders: Receive a free on-demand movie rental every month and access to a premium channel package. * Military: Active military and veterans are eligible for exclusive network packages and savings of up to $450 over the first two years. They also receive one free movie rental per month, a two-year price guarantee, and the Stars & Stripes channel pack (valued at $240 total over two years).
Seniors
Customers aged 55 or older are eligible for the "DISH 55" program. This includes: * $0 in-home visits from DISH technicians * One free movie rental per month * Worry-free equipment protection (valued at $165 total over two years)
Other Promotions and Bundles
eAutoPay Discount
Customers who sign up for automatic payments via eAutoPay save $5 per month on their bill. This discount is automatically applied at checkout.
Hughesnet Bundle
DISH offers a discounted bundle with satellite internet provider Hughesnet. Customers can save $120 per year by bundling these services.
DirecTV Switch Offer
Customers switching from DirecTV to DISH can receive a $300 prepaid Mastercard. To redeem this, customers must use the offer code DTV2DISH.
Accessing Content via DISH Anywhere
DISH provides a streaming service called DISH Anywhere. This service allows subscribers to stream live TV, access content recorded on their DVR, and use third-party apps like Prime Video or ESPN+ within the DISH interface. This is included at no extra cost with the satellite TV subscription.
Conclusion
DISH Network structures its promotional offers to provide significant upfront value through free service months, waived installation fees, and free premium content. The primary mechanism for accessing these offers involves using specific promo codes, such as 3FREE, and selecting the "Special Offers" option during checkout for professional discounts. While the service offers a 2-year price guarantee, customers must be mindful of the auto-renewal terms for free premium channels to avoid unexpected charges.