DISH Network Channel Guide and Lineup

Of all DISH channel lineups, we most recommend America’s Top 200. It’s a superior package for families and sports fans. But all of DISH’s TV packages have something unique to offer.

DISH Network’s cheapest programming package is called America’s Top 120. It includes local channels as well as cable channel favorites like ESPN, Disney Channel, and HGTV.

If you’re on a budget, America’s Top 120 gives you the channels you’d expect without an enormous TV bill.

If you’re a sports fan without a lot of disposable income, America’s Top 120+ is the way to go. You’ll get access to NFL Network, SEC Network, and Big Ten Network (BTN)—plus Pac-12 Network, which DISH’s competitor DIRECTV doesn’t carry.

Be advised that DISH doesn’t have Fox Regional Sports Networks in this or any other package. If your favorite team’s games are only available there, you’ll have to head over to DIRECTV.

Our top DISH channel lineup recommendation is America’s Top 200. Its eclectic channel lineup is an excellent fit for families.

You’ll get more channels for the kids, like TeenNick and Disney Junior. And who doesn’t love some family-friendly Hallmark Channel movies? Plus, sports lovers have specialized channels like NHL Network, NBA TV, and CBS Sports Network.

If you want a DISH TV package that does it all without costing too much, America’s Top 200 will take care of you.

If you want a ton of movie channels at your fingertips, the best package is America’s Top 250. It has DISH’s biggest channel lineup, with movie channels like FXM, STARZ Encore, and THE MOVIE CHANNEL™.

Unfortunately, DISH doesn’t have two of the biggest movie channels—HBO® and CINEMAX®. You can’t even get them as premium channel add-ons, so if you can’t live without these channels, you’ll need to go for DIRECTV.

If you haven’t signed up for DISH yet, our channel guide can help you decide on the best DISH TV package for you. Then use the link below to become a new DISH customer.

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DISH carries ESPN on channels 140, 144, and 145. You’ll find ESPNU on 141, ESPNEWS on 142, and ESPN2 on 143. These sports must-haves come with every DISH package.

On DISH's TV guide, RFD-TV is channel 231. To get access to it, you'll want to purchase either America's Top 200 or America's Top 250 DISH TV plan.

DISH offers Disney Channel on channels 172 and 173. While Disney Channel comes with every DISH plan, you’ll need America's Top 200 or America’s Top 250 for Disney Junior (168) and Disney XD (174).

Animal Planet is on channel 184, and it comes included with all of DISH’s packages. For more nature documentaries, check out Nat Geo WILD on channel 190 (available with America’s Top 200 and America’s Top 250).

USA Network is on channel 105, and it comes with every DISH channel lineup.

You’ll find TLC on channel 183 with any DISH channel package.

You can watch CNN on channel 200 with any DISH TV plan.

STARZ is on channels 340 and 350. When you sign up with DISH, you get this premium channel for free for three months—after that, it’s $10 per month.

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