Among the top two DTH service providers in India, Dish TV has a huge catalog of channels and multiple set top box options for its users. Starting from basic Dish TV SD set top box to Dish TV Android DTH set top box, Dish TV has an offering for everyone. However, if you are looking for a Dish TV new connection, it’s natural to be confused by all the options on offer.
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If you are in the same boat, we have got you covered. In this article, we will cover everything from how to buy Dish TV new connection, types of Dish TV set top boxes, Dish TV price in India, and more. By the end of this article, we believe you’ll be better equipped to make your purchase for a Dish TV new connection
How to buy Dish TV new connection?
DishTV has multiple set top box options for new customers to choose from
Getting a new Dish TV connection is a fairly simple process. There are three methods to get a new Dish TV connection – online, call, and via an authorised dealer.
Buy Dish TV new connection online
- Head to the official online portal of Dish TV
- Select the DTH set top box you prefer
- Pick the channel pack you want
- Proceed to pay
- In a few days, your Dish TV connection will be installed
Buy Dish TV connection on call
- Open the dialler app on your phone
- Dial 1800-270-0300
- Give a missed call on the said number
- You’ll get a call back from Dish TV within 24 hours
Visit Dish TV authorized dealer
- Go to the dealer locator page on DishTV website
- Enter your area pin code in the box
- Press enter on your keyboard or click on the magnifying glass icon
- You’ll see DTH recharge dealers and DTH new connection dealers
- Locate the nearest Dish TV authorised dealer to you and visit
Which Dish TV set top boxes are available?
Dish TV offers SD, HD, and Android-based STBs in India
DishTV has three set top boxes and two smart TV kits available for its customers. Here are the options offered by the DTH service provider.
- DishNXT
- DishNXT HD
- DishSMRT Hub
- DishSMRT Kit
- DishSMRT Stick
DishNXT
This is the most basic set top box offered by DishTV in the country. The DishNXT STB comes with support for SD channels only. Those opting for this offering will get a month of free subscription and life time warranty from the company. The DishNXT STB is priced at Rs 1,690 but is available for Rs 1,490.
DishNXT HD
The DishNXT HD is the same STB as the basic one but supports high-resolution HD channels as well. It gets the same benefits as the SD set top box including life time warranty. The regular price of DishNXT HD is also set at Rs 1,690 but can be purchased for Rs 1,590.
DishSMRT Hub
The DishSMRT Hub is Dish TV’s offering to take on the Tata Sky Binge+ Android-based DTH set top box. Priced at Rs 2,499, the DishSMRT Hub STB can stream content from OTT apps as well as telecast normal channels. The STB lets users download apps from Google Play Store, use voice assistant, and control smart home devices. The set top box supports all major OTT apps like Zee5, Hungama Play, ALT Balaji, SonyLIV, and Prime Now, among others. Users will have to purchased OTT subscriptions separately.
DishSMRT Kit
DishSMRT Kit basically brings the features of DishSMRT Hub to DishNXT HD set top box. Therefore, if you already own the latter and want to stream online content, you don’t need to upgrade to DishSMRT Hub. Simply get the DishSMRT Kit for Rs 1,199 and start streaming. DishTV will charge Rs 49 monthly after the fourth month as the usage fee. Users can download all major OTT apps from Play Store, use Alexa voice assistant, and control smart home devices. The kit comprises a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi dongle and a voice-enabled remote control.
DishSMRT Stick
The DishSMRT Stick is a toned-down variant of the DishSMRT Kit. Users can connect the DishSMRT Stick to their DishNXT HD set top box to stream online content from OTT apps, same as the DishSMRT Kit. However, the DishSMRT Stick misses out on Alexa and voice-enabled remote control. The stick is priced at Rs 999 but is available at Rs 599 for a limited duration. The stick is free to use for 7 months, post which a monthly charge of Rs 25 will be applicable.
Which Dish TV set top box is the right one for me?
In case you have a conventional television with no support for high-resolution videos, the base DishNXT STB is a perfect choice. In case you have a new generation LED TV with HD, FHD, or UHD display panel and just want to watch regular TV channels, DishNXT HD should be your pick.
In case you have paid subscriptions to your favourite OTT platforms and would like to enjoy them on your TV, the DishSMRT Hub is the obvious choice for you. In case you already own a DishNXT HD STB and want to stream online content, DishSMRT Kit and DishSMRT Stick should be your pick.
Dish TV set top box offers in India
Dish TV is offering free lifeime warranty on all set top boxes to new connections. Additionally, new users will receive multiple coupons from CouponDunia, valid on brands like Cleartrip, Abof, FirstCry, Homeshop18, Urbanclap, Zoomcar, and FernsNPetals, among others. Users will be able to save Rs 2,000 or more using these coupons.