If you're in the market for high speed satellite Internet service you want the best satellite Internet provider - one that will give you the best service for the best price.
Here's a side-by-side comparison of the top two providers - HughesNet and WildBlue:
Number of Installations
HughesNet has installed more than 1.2 million systems worldwide, while WildBlue has installed 250 thousand systems.
Years in Operation
HughesNet has been providing Internet service for more than 13 years. WildBlue has been in service for 3 years.
Satellite Equipment and Satellites
HughesNet manufactures it's own equipment and satellites, while WildBlue uses equipment and satellites manufactured by other companies. HughesNet offers a 2-year warranty on parts and labor, while WildBlue offers a 2-year warranty on parts and a 90-day warranty on labor.
Installation Time
HughesNet installers usually stock their satellite equipment, so their installation time is anywhere from 2 days to one week. WildBlue installers have to order their equipment and this can mean a delivery time of 3 weeks, plus another week or two to install the equipment.
Signal Quality
HughesNet operates their service on the Ku-band which produces a superior signal in all kinds of weather. WildBlue uses the older Ka-band which creates a degraded signal and poor quality during periods of bad weather.
Computer Limitations
HughesNet allows you to use an unlimited number of computers with their system, while WildBlue limits the number of computes you can use.
Service Calls
HughesNet services their equipment for free and offers 24/7 customer support online or by phone. WildBlue services their equipment for free for 3 months after which service calls are $75 an hour.
Package Prices
HughesNet's Home Plan is $59.99 a month. This package gives you 1 Mbps download speeds and 128 Kbps upload speeds. Installation is free and there are no activation fees.
WildBlue's Select Plan is $69.95 a month. This package gives you 1 Mbps download speeds and 200 Kbps upload speeds. Installation is free and they charge a $99.95 activation fee.
Bottom Line
Given all the facts, HughesNet is your best choice. They give you the best Internet system, the fastest installation, the best warranty, and the best price.
HughesNet is now offering their Home Plan for $39.99 a month for 3 months.
Visit http://www.thesatellitetvguide.com/satellite-tv-internet- service.htm or click on the following link for more information on the best
satellite Internet provider, plus where to get the best deal on satellite Internet service. You can also see a satellite Internet comparison chart and order satellite Internet service online or by phone.
The author, Brian Stevens, is the senior editor for TheSatelliteTVGuide.com and has written a number of articles on the best satellite Internet providers.
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