Pricing and Costs of Satellite Antennas

Check prices on stationary and mobile versions of TV and radio satellite antennae

If you're installing satellite broadcasting in your business, getting the best satellite antenna is key. There are many businesses that use satellite service, be it bars or those using or selling commercial vehicles, and they will need high quality antennas.

You may need to purchase more antennas or replace them with higher grade models, so finding discounts from other retailers may help. You must weigh multiple factors when researching the pricing and costs of satellite antennas. These include:

1. Satellite antennas bought straight from the provider or an independent dealer.

2. Stationary antennas for offices or mobile ones for vehicles.

3. Antennas for satellite television or radio.

 

Compare prices on stationary dishes from satellite antenna vendors

You should only need to buy from an independent satellite vendor if you need an extra, since many satellite packages come with the satellite dish antenna included. Satellite antennas can cost as little as $29 for smaller dishes and up to $130 for larger models, and upgrades can cost as much $200. Shipping can range from $16 to $175, and features like extra cable, signal meters and surge amplifiers can add as little as $5 to over $100, depending on the provider you choose.
Try: Sadoun Satellite Sales has a wide selection of antennas between both ends of the price spectrum, from low-end models such as the 18-inch dish and mount, no low noise block feed to higher-end models like a 36-inch dish for international channels, and can include multiswitches, extra cable, signal meters and surge amplifiers. Satellite One has antennas and upgrade kits from as little as $40. Check out Satellite Insight for tips on choosing the right antenna for your specific need as well as insight into other factors like service visits and additional room installation that can drive up cost.

Find the best price on mobile satellite antenna systems for vehicles

People who run trucking companies or sell recreational vehicles can install satellite TV in the vehicles they sell or use. These will need portable satellite antenna systems that work for mobile units. Most of these are expensive, ranging anywhere from $80 to $2300 since they are made more durable to withstand travel conditions.
Try: Stark Electronic offers a wide variety of remote and mobile dish antennas. King Controls sells antennas for trucks and RVs with upgrades ranging between $895 and $1200, with a savings of around $300 deducted from your cost if you return the original antenna. They also offer extended warranties for as little as $100.

Locate the best prices on satellite radio antennas

Satellite radio has catered to the vehicular crowd from their inception. So those using vehicles for their business definitely want satellite radio antenna units, although shops and other establishments can use them, too. You can expect to pay anywhere from $10 to $130, depending on the brand and supplier.
Try: Satellite Radio Experts has XM antennas for as little as $10, with Sirius models starting just a bit higher. Expect discounts of up to $30 off the retail price, plus shipping charges. Gigaweb carries various antennas for both systems XM and Sirius as well. The Satellite Radio Superstore sells antennas for all types of homes and vehicles and shipping charges may vary by destination. The Satellite Radio Buying Guide gives all the help you'll need choosing a satellite radio system and antenna and provides useful information on other costs owners must consider like monthly service fees and fees for additional stations.

 

• Keep up to date on events like the XM/Sirius satellite radio merger. This may affect not only pricing and cost but possible compatibility of both brands' equipment.
• Installation and maintenance is typically handled by your service provider if you don't perform them yourself and generally included free from your provider.

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