Best Freesat Box 2024

If you have had a sky satellite dish up on your roof doing nothing for a while because you got fed up with sky, you could be putting that dish to good use. Freesat as the name suggests, is a free satellite TV service that gets its tv signal from satellites. Set up by the BBC and ITV back in 2007, Freesat has developed into one of the best free providers of TV in the UK.

The majority of us channel our live TV through a freeview box. The freeview service offers a few HDTV channels as well as around 40 TV channels and about 30 radio channels, all for free. Sometimes the pictures can be pixelated, down to atmospheric conditions, but that’s not a bad trade off for all of those free to watch channels.

Freesat however offers over 200 TV channels, for free and without losing the signal due to atmospheric conditions. 

Best Selling Freesat Boxes UK

Bestseller No. 1
Manhattan SX Freesat HD Box, Black
  • Enjoy an unrivalled line-up of subscription-free TV from Freesat with 170+ channels including 20+ in HD.
  • Set reminders for your favourite shows in one tap and create your own list of favourite channels to jump straight to them.
Bestseller No. 2
FULL HD COMBO Freeview HD + Satellite Receiver Compatible for FreeSat and Sky Dish Records by a USB Memory stick. NOT For SKY Q unless LNB to change
  • ENJOY 700-800 Freeview HD & Satellite HD TV Channels &90-100 Radio Stations in the same time in UNITED KINGDOM &NORTHERN IRELAND & R.O.Ireland Talking Pictures,Film4+1,5STAR+1,5USA+1,VIVA+1,CBS Drama,Sony Movie Channel,Keep it Country,Bloomberg TV,CNN,CNBC,Film4+1,True Movies 2,Movies4Men+1,Horror channel+1Kix+1,E4+1,More4+1,True Ent+1 ,CBS Reality+1 ,PBS America. More&More...Twin Tuner
  • NO MONTHLY FEES TO PAY , NO SUBSCRIPTIONS Just Simply Connect your existing Roof Or Indoor Aerial/Antenna, SATELLITE, SKY, FRESAT Dish, or Connect both in the same time. You can receive ALL HD and Standard TV channels with ANY TV by SCART or HDMI Connections choices. VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: It is NOT Compatible for SKY Q, LNB needs changing)
Bestseller No. 3
NEW FULL HD Combo Freeview HD + Satellite HD Built in WiFi Receiver Compatible for Freesat and Sky Dish + USB HD Recorder, Digital TV Wi-Fi Set Top Box Terrestrial Tuner 4in1
  • ✅ ENJOY 700-800 Freeview HD & Satellite HD TV Channels &90-100 Radio Stations in the same time in UNITED KINGDOM &NORTHERN IRELAND & R.O.Ireland Talking Pictures,Film4+1,5STAR+1,5USA+1,VIVA+1,CBS Drama,Sony Movie Channel,Keep it Country,Bloomberg TV,CNN,CNBC,Film4+1,True Movies 2,Movies4Men+1,Horror channel+1Kix+1,E4+1,More4+1,True Ent+1 ,CBS Reality+1 ,PBS America. More&More...Twin Tuner
  • ✅ NO MONTHLY FEES TO PAY , NO SUBSCRIPTIONS Just Simply Connect your existing Roof Or Indoor Aerial/Antenna, SATELLITE, SKY, FRESAT Dish, or Connect both in the same time. You can receive ALL HD and Standard TV channels with ANY TV by SCART or HDMI Connections choices.
Bestseller No. 4
HUMAX HDR-1100S 500 GB Freesat with Freetime HD TV Recorder - Black
  • Freetime seamless on screen TV Guide browse backwards and forwards in time
  • Twin tuners Record up to two programmes whilst watching another
SaleBestseller No. 5

What Is Freesat?

If you can imagine freeview connected to the satellite channels, that’s Freesat. With upwards of 200 channels (many HD) plus all of the DAB+ radio channels. So Freesat is a way of receiving over 200 channels into your home using a satellite dish. The beauty of Freesat is you can use an existing satellite dish, like an old sky dish. And receive 90% of all HD channels available in your area.

What Are The Advantages Of Freesat?

If you are considering installing a Freesat box, let us help you to decide by looking at the advantages of Freesat TV.

More Channel Choices

Freeview offers around 40 digital TV channels, Freesat offers at least 170 free SD channels and around 20 HD channels too. Plus a host of free and streaming channels like BBC i player, ITV hub,Netflix, Youtube, UKTV play, My 5 and many more.

Clear Images

With nothing to block the signal that comes clear from space, Freesat images are clear and crisp.

No Monthly Subscription Fees

After the initial purchase price of the set top box (anywhere between £50 to £80 depending on specs), that’s it no more outlay just watch whatever you want.

Freesat Can Be Set Up Anywhere

With freeview, there are some areas of the country where it’s difficult to get a signal. Not so with Freesat. Freesat uses satellites to transmit their signals so no need to boost the signal with terrestrial transmitters.

What Are The Disadvantages Of Freesat?

Freesat doesn’t appear to have access to channel 4HD and All4, and many Freesat boxes don’t have record functions, you have to purchase a separate recording box in addition to the Freesat box.

Freesat Buyers Guide

If Freesat is looking like being a good fit with your way of living, here are a few points to consider:

Ethernet Port

To allow you to watch Netflix, you tube, and i player through your Freesat box many models now incorporate an ethernet port or Wi-Fi.

4K-Ready

Although there are currently no 4K Freesat channels, having this function allows you to enjoy 4K netflix and youtube videos through your Freesat box.

Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound

This is pretty much standard on all modern Freesat boxes, but there are still some older boxes out there that don’t have Dolby 5.1.

Electronic Program Guide (EPG)

Some of the older models knocking around have ugly, old fashioned program menus. These make it difficult to find programs or setting up a recording is a real pain. The most up to date models have, greatly improved and user friendly EPGs.

Remote Control Unit

Many Freesat remote controls have awkward to use, badly positioned buttons, check before you buy.

Built-In Hard Drive

If you prefer to record your favourite programs to watch at a later date, a built-in hard drive is a must.

Freesat Freetime 

Some models have this function that allows you to watch programmes that were on air within the past 7 days via the EPG. This is only available on some channels.

Extra Apps

Some Freesat boxes can be used to stream internet channels. Be sure they have the Apps you require. Many also have Netflix and Amazon Prime Video Apps built-in.

TV Connectors

All Freesat boxes come with HDMI cable connectivity, but some older TVs only have SCART connections. Check the box you’re buying has the ability to connect via SCART.

Mobile Apps

Using smart phone technology, you can program your Freesat box from your phone via an app.

Freesat Costs

After the initial outlay of the Freesat box there are no other costs to incur. 

How Much Does A Freesat Box Cost?

Freesat boxes start at around £50 for a basic model, and rise to around £220. All are compatible with old sky satellite dishes but if you don’t have a satellite dish one can be purchased for between £35 to £125 plus installation costs. Standard dish installations are around £150.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Freesat worth having?

Freesat is worth having if you want a large choice of TV channels. However you will need a satellite dish to use a Freesat box.

How much does it cost to have a Freesat dish installed?

It will cost around £150 to have a Freesat dish installed.

How long do Freesat Boxes take to be delivered?

Freesat boxes are available with next day delivery from Amazon Prime, Currys, Humax Direct and many more.

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