I have Direct TV, and also have the HD package, HBO, and HD DVR. We switched a couple of years ago, and love it. We only get 10 or so HD channels, but they upgraded our dish a few months ago, in preparation for the new channels. I was told that I would get the Lexington affilliates in HD by the end of the year. My bill is around $100 per month, but I have 5 boxes. I can turn off any boxes while my guys are away at college to lower the bill, and turn them back on if they come home for a weekend. My experience with customer service has been excellent. I've found if you talk to the right person, you can get about anything accomplished with them.