DISH Is Now Offering Free Netflix Subscriptions To Select Customers – Technologist

If you’re considering signing up for DISH Network to get satellite TV, you now have a chance to up your streaming TV game in the process.

It was just announced that new DISH Network subscribers will be eligible for two year’s worth of free Netflix. That could be worth more than $370 over the course of the deal!

“We’re always looking for ways to simplify and elevate the viewing experience for our customers,” said Gary Schanman, group president, DISH Video Services, said via the press release. “This new DISH and Netflix offer is a great opportunity to give DISH customers Netflix’s popular series and films. By bringing together the best of live TV and streaming, we’re offering convenience and access to the most sought-after content in one seamless experience.”

Sounds great, but you probably have questions. Things like: What is the catch? Which tier of Netflix will I get? Is it really worth subscribing to satellite TV in 2024?

All good ones. We’ll answer those and more in this article.

Details on the New Netflix-DISH Network Promotion

DISH Network announced a new “Netflix included” promotion on October 17, 2024 that will allow new customers to claim a free membership in conjunction with their satellite subscription.

Here are some answers to the most popular questions you might have about this new promotion:

What’s the Catch?

DISH is limiting this offer to new and “qualifying” returning customers who opt into a two-year agreement for a qualified satellite TV subscription. Use the promotional code “NF24” during your purchase to secure the deal.

“New DISH customers with eligible equipment —including Hopper 3, Hopper Duo, Hopper Plus or Wally receivers and a high-speed internet connection—can take advantage of this offer.”

The Netflix app is built into many versions of the DISH equipment, meaning you’ll be able to enjoy the content right alongside your satellite content.

Will This Actually Save Me Money?

For those of you who have already “cut the cord” from cable or satellite, pursuing this may require a step back in time to using in-home tech and equipment provided by your TV provider.

And it may not save you much money when it’s all said and done, unfortunately.

Many live TV streaming customers are annoyed by what feels like constant price hikes, but it’s worth noting that the cheapest DISH package is $91.99 per month before taxes and fees. That’s still more expensive than our top live TV streaming choices YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV.

So this becomes a math equation for people who want both live TV and ad-free Netflix access. You can use our streaming channel tool to assess which live TV streaming services offer the channels you watch most. I feel confident that many of you will find that live TV streaming is cheaper than DISH.

Which Netflix Tier Will I Receive?

DISH isn’t going cheap on you with an ad-supported subscription. This offer is for two years of Netflix Standard. That is the ad-free subscription that costs $15.49 per month.

Two years of Netflix Standard would cost you approximately $370, so that’s actually a pretty significant savings if you were planning to pay for the popular streaming service anyway.

Of course, you do have to weigh the cost of the DISH subscription for two years versus your television alternatives to figure out the true value of this deal.

What If I Already Have Netflix?

If you’re already a Netflix customer, I have some good news for you: DISH says they’ll still give you Netflix for free.

“Even if customers already enjoy Netflix, they are still eligible for this offer when they sign up for a new DISH subscription.”

You’ll have to link your Netflix and DISH accounts together during the signup process to receive your promotion.

Are you thinking about trying out this deal? We’d love to hear how it works out in the Clark.com community.

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