Freesat and Freesat Plus
How can I get Freesat or Freesat+ Plus?
With FreeSat or Freesat Plus there are no monthly contracts to worry about - all you need is a satellite dish and a Freesat or Freesat Plus set-top box to begin receiving a multitude of great digital channels for free.
1. Buy a Freesat Digital Receiver box
Buy a standard definition (SD) or a High Definition (HD) Freesat digital receiver box. These boxes are available online from retailers like Dixons.
2. Buy an integrated Freesat TV
Some TVs come with a Freesat receiver built in. You can see the range of digital TVs with a built in Freesat receiver at John Lewis here.
3. Buy a Freesat Plus PVR
There are now a great range of Freesat+ personal video recorders (PVRs) - so you can have the Freesat equivalent of Sky Plus. Below are reviews of the range of Freesat+ PVRs:
The Panasonic VIERA DMR-BS750-K (DMRBS750) Blu-ray Recorder with FreeSat HD tuner
With 500gb of hard drive space the Panasonic VIERA DMR-BS750-K (DMRBS750) Blu-ray Recorder with FreeSat HD tuner can record over 200 hours of television footage using its twin tuner freesat receiver (which means you can record two channels at once). It uses the latest audio and visual technology to ensure that when linked to your high definition TV your viewing experience will be exceptional. Read more about Panasonic VIERA DMR-BS750-K (DMRBS750) Blu-ray Recorder with FreeSat HD tuner.
Where to buy the Panasonic VIERA DMR-BS750-K (DMRBS750) Blu-ray Recorder with FreeSat HD tuner
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound and Vision | £499 | Free Delivery |  |
| Digital Direct | £499 | Free Delivery | |
The Sagem DTR94500S Freesat Set-Top Box with 500GB Hard Disc Drive
Another 500gb hard drive set-top the Sagem DTR94500S Freesat Set-Top Box with 500GB Hard Disc Drive has plenty of space to store hours and hours of your favourite TV shows received through FreeSat. There is a dual tuner for recording of two separate channels at once plus this FreeSat receiver also features upscaling to your high definition TV. Read more about the Sagem DTR94500S Freesat Set-Top Box with 500GB Hard Disc Drive.
Where to buy the Sagem DTR94500S Freesat Set-Top Box with 500GB Hard Disc Drive
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound and Vision | £260 | Free Delivery | |
| Digital Direct | £252 | £7.99 Delivery | |
The Humax Freesat+ HD PVR Digital Box (FOXSAT-HDR)
With a 320gb hard drive the Humax Freesat+ HD PVR Digital Box (FOXSAT-HDR) can easily record over 100 hours of top television content directly from the FreeSat + HD receiver. This PVR is beautifully designed and has a sleek and attractive appearance as well as some excellent technology used within. It has a twin tuner too which means you can record two channels at the same time, or watch one FreeSat channel and record another. Read more about the Humax Freesat+ HD PVR Digital Box (FOXSAT-HDR.
Where to buy the Humax Freesat+ HD PVR Digital Box (FOXSAT-HDR)
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound and Vision | £269.00 | Free Delivery | |
| Digital Direct | £261.01 | £7.99 Delivery | |
The Panasonic Freesat+ HD Blu-Ray PVR Digital Box (DMR-BS850)
The Panasonic Freesat+ HD Blu-Ray PVR Digital Box (DMR-BS850) has a 250gb hard drive recording space and a twin tuner which allows you to record two channels at the same time or to watch one and record another. This receiver can play Blu Ray DVD and also record in full high definition quality too, which is great if you are looking to make the most of your HDTV. It can also stream record. Read more about the Panasonic Freesat+ HD Blu-Ray PVR Digital Box (DMR-BS850).
Where to buy the Panasonic Freesat+ HD Blu-Ray PVR Digital Box (DMR-BS850)
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound and Vision | £679.00 | Free Delivery | |
| Digital Direct | £649 | £9.99 Delivery | |
The Goodmans Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GFSDTR320HD)
With a fantastic 320gb of storage space the Goodmans Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GFSDTR320HD) offers hours and hours of recording potential. It has a twin tuner Freesat+ HD receiver which allows you to simultaenously record two channels at once or watch one channel and record another. Also it can upscale imagery to full high definition quality. Read more about the Goodmans Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GFSDTR320HD.
Where to buy the Goodmans Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GFSDTR320HD)
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | £239.99 | £5.75 Shipping | |
The Panasonic Freesat+ HD PVR Digital Box (DMR-XS350)
A sleek and attractive Freesat box design the Panasonic Freesat+ HD PVR Digital Box (DMR-XS350) has a nice 250gb hard drive storage system that allows you to record directly from your Freesat receiver. It has a twin tuner which allows simultaenous recording of two channels or the ability to watch one channel and record another, plus it can also stream record too. Read more about the Panasonic Freesat+ HD PVR Digital Box (DMR-XS350).
Where to buy the Panasonic Freesat+ HD PVR Digital Box (DMR-XS350)
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound and Vision | £418.00 | Free Delivery | |
| Digital Direct | £408.01 | £9.99 Delivery | |
The Goodmans Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GFSDTR500HD)
With a 500gb hard drive the Goodmans Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GFSDTR500HD) can store over 300 hours of standard definition or 100 hours of high definition television directly from the Freesat+ receiver. It has a twin tunner set-up allowing for simultaenous recording of two channels and it has an upscaling feature to ensure high definition image quality at all times. Read more about the Goodmans Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GFSDTR500HD.
Where to buy the Goodmans Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GFSDTR500HD)
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Play | £299.99 | Free Delivery | |
The Grundig Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GUFSDTR500HD)
With a whopping 500gb of hard drive space the Grundig Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GUFSDTR500HD) is one of a few Freesat Receivers and PVRs that has hours and hours worth of space for direct television recordings. It can record in both standard and full high definition and it has a twin tuner meaning you can record two channels at the same time. This is also an eco-friendly model. Read more about the Grundig Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GUFSDTR500HD).
Where to buy the Grundig Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GUFSDTR500HD)
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Play | £299.99 | Free Delivery | |
The Sagem Freesat+ HD Digital Box (DTR94250S)
A 250gb hard drive box the Sagem Freesat+ HD Digital Box (DTR94250S) has a twin tuner like all the best Freesat receivers, meaning you can record two channels at once, or watch one channel and record another. It can record up to 60 hours of high definition content or over 100 hours of standard definition images and this reciever also has an upscaling function. Read more about the Sagem Freesat+ HD Digital Box (DTR94250S).
Where to buy the Sagem Freesat+ HD Digital Box (DTR94250S)
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comet | £229.99 | Collect from Store | |
| PC World | £249.99 | Free Delivery + Monthly Product Support only £1.99p/m | |
The Grundig Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GUFSDTR320HD)
Another twin tuner Freesat Receiver the Grundig Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GUFSDTR320HD) has a 320g hard drive allowing for over 80 hours of high definition television footage of 200 hours of standard definition. There are many other great features within this digital box including live TV pause and rewind and a handy EPG. Read more about the Grundig Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GUFSDTR320HD).
Where to buy the Grundig Freesat+ HD Digital Box (GUFSDTR320HD)
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Play | £269.99 | Free Delivery | |
