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Satellite TV Receiver Prices

Analysis of 5,520 satellite TV receiver listings to determine current market value.

What you'll usually pay

$44.99 typical price
Most are between$12$158
Brand new$54.99
Used$29.97
On sale now5,520

💡 Buying used saves about 45% here.

👉 In short easy summary

The best value is found in DIRECTV and DISH Network units, both trading 33-34% below the market median. Conversely, Amiko and Motorola units command a significant premium, with deltas of 91% and 67% respectively.

💚 Best value for your money

Standard Digital 681 on sale$26.99 · 40% cheaper
DIRECTV 1,798 on sale$29.89 · 34% cheaper
DISH Network 577 on sale$29.99 · 33% cheaper
Converter Box 132 on sale$29.99 · 33% cheaper
Digital/Analog 298 on sale$34.99 · 22% cheaper

Price by brand

DIRECTV
$29.89-34%
DISH Network
$29.99-33%
Dreambox
$50+11%
Koqit
$67.03+49%
Motorola
$74.99+67%
Amiko
$86+91%

Why? Prices vary by brand prestige and compatibility, ranging from DIRECTV at 29.89 to Amiko at 86.

Price by type

Standard Digital
$26.99-40%
Converter Box
$29.99-33%
Digital/Analog
$34.99-22%
Analog
$39.99-11%
Not Specified
$43.97-2%
HD Digital
$44.73-1%

Why? Specialized HD Digital units maintain value at 44.73, while Standard Digital units are the cheapest at 26.99.

🛒 Some on sale right now

Common questions

What is the price difference between new and used receivers?

New receivers have a median price of 54.99, while used receivers are lower at 29.97.

Which brand offers the most affordable options?

DIRECTV is the most affordable brand with a median price of 29.89.

How do HD Digital receivers compare to Standard Digital in price?

HD Digital receivers have a median of 44.73, whereas Standard Digital receivers are priced lower at 26.99.

How we got these numbers

Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $12$158, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 3, 2026.