Satellite TV provider DISH Network recently released new programming packages called Turbo HD. These packages are all hi definition, leaving out all of the SD networks. So is DISH Turbo HD the right for your family?

It all depends on what you want from your cable or satellite television company. Some folks want every single channel that is available. They don’t care if 15 of them are 24 hour shopping channels, or that five of the channels are public access. They just want all of the channels.

On the other hand, many have become weary of trying to wade past all of the junk on the cable dial, trying to find something decent to watch. For consumers who have recently purchased a new plasma TV, Turbo HD by DISH Network might be a good solution for you.

The three different bundles with Turbo HD are the Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. All of these packages are composed of hi definition channels only. Packages start at about $24.99 per month for the entry level package. That package, however, does not include your local channels like ABC and Fox, which cost $5 more per month.

DISH Network also has the Platinum level, which is an additional service to any of the other TurboHD levels. The Platinum level is ten bucks a month, and includes seven more HD channels such as MGM HD and NHL Network.

One point of contention with some current DISH Network customers is they have not been allowed to switch over to the TurboHD packages. Currently only new subscribers to DISH Network have been allowed to get the TurboHD packages. Current customers can get Turbo HD, but only as an add-on to the standard package they already have.

Another item to consider is in how DISH Network is counting the networks contained in the bundles. Take for example the TurboHD Bronze package which includes forty-four channels, but of those 24 are network channels, six are PPV, and 14 are VOD, (video on demand) channels. For some, that number would be adequate others are accustomed to having a lot more content to choose from. One final note, none of the TurboHD levels include movie packages like HBO or Showtime, so don’t be surprised when you have to pay more for commercial free channels like that. For more detail on these packages, check out the DISH Network Turbo HD review.

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