What decoder should you subscribe to in Nigeria?

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A digital TV box commonly known as a decoder box receives digital signals and plays them on an analog television. As a result, you will have no trouble receiving HDTV broadcasts and high-quality material. We will spotlight four of Nigeria’s most popular TV decoders: DSTV, TSTV, GOTV, and StarTimes.

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This article will help you decide which decoder to subscribe to in order to watch news networks, Nollywood and Hollywood movies, cartoons, and sports channels (Champions League, Premier League, NBA, Boxing, wrestling, etc.)

It might be difficult to decide when there are several alternatives. Here are some of the most popular ones from which to choose.

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DStv – Most popular decoder in Nigeria (2022)

DStv is a popular multi-channel satellite television provider in Sub-Saharan Africa. It offers low-cost services to the public. As a result, it is an excellent option for many homes. DSTV has around 175 TV stations. However, only the DSTV premium — the most expensive package – provides access to all 175+ channels. 

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DSTV offers 53 audio channels in addition to the 175+ TV channels. A DSTV Premium membership also grants you access to ShowMax, a video-on-demand service akin to Netflix.

If you want to watch football games, DSTV is the decoder to use — English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, La Liga, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and so on. 

Below are DSTV Packages you can subscribe to:
  • DSTV Padi: 45+ Channels – N2,150 per month 
  • DSTV Yanga: 85+ Channels – N2,950 per month 
  • The DSTV Confam: 105+ Channels – N5,300 per month 
  • DSTV Compact: 130+ Channels – N9,000 per month 
  • The DSTV Compact Plus: 145+ Channels – N14,250 per month 
  • DSTV Premium: 175 + Channels – N21,000 per month 
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To renew or switch packages, go to the DSTV website or download their mobile app (for Android or iOS), which is more user-friendly and convenient. You can also renew or update your DSTV plan via Quickteller or your banking app. To finish the process, all you need is your decoder smart card number.

GOtv – Best DStv Alternative in Nigeria (2022)

Many Nigerians prefer to watch cable TV through GOtv Nigeria. One of the reasons is the availability of packages to meet different needs and budgets. MultiChoice owns both GOTV and DSTV. GOTV, on the other hand, is a far more affordable decoder than DSTV. It is the most widely used decoder in Nigeria. The whole GOTV Kit costs between N8,000 and N10,000, depending on your area.

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Previously, the digital TV service provider offered four packages to its Nigerian customers: GOtv Max, GOtv Jolli, GOtv Jinja, and GOtv Smallie. The service provider just introduced a new plan dubbed GOtv Supa, which includes a greater number of channels.

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There are various ways you can reach the Multichoice provider via GOtv customer care personnel. Visit the GOtv website for more information.

TStv – Best pay-as-you-go decoder in Nigeria

TSTV Africa is a relatively new decoder service. The word TStv stands for Telcom Satellite TV. The name implies that the firm delivers television programs to its customers using a hybrid technology that combines satellite and telecommunications (Internet) services. The decoder has over 100 channels and is available in 232 cities across Africa. They have channels that cover news, movies, sports, kids, health & lifestyle, religion, documentary, and music channels.

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TSTV provides pay per view service, which means you choose which channels to watch and how long you want to watch them for. This implies that, unlike the rest of its competitors, there is no bundle, which means you will receive excellent value for your money.

In Nigeria, the TStv decoder costs between 5,000 and 6,000 Naira without installation and 7,000 to 9,000 Naira with installation.

TSTV subscription packages are reasonably priced. Viewers may pay for as little as N200, and their maximum subscription fee is now N3, 000.

Various subscription packages available on TSTV.
  • Daily Subscription Package: N200
  • 3-Day Subscription package: N500
  • 7-Day Subscription package: N750
  • 14-Day Subscription package: N1500
  • Monthly Subscription package: N3, 000

StarTimes

StarTimes is a Chinese electronics and media corporation with a huge presence in Sub-Saharan Africa. The platform provides digital terrestrial television and satellite television services to customers, as well as technology to governments and broadcasters transitioning from analog to digital television. NTA Star TV Network Limited launched the service in Nigeria in 2010.

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It is another popular decoder in Nigeria, albeit it is overshadowed by GOTV. The decoder has channels for both Antenna (the most prevalent in Nigeria) and Dish clients. They are as follows:

Antenna Packages
  • The Nova Package: N900 per month 
  • Startimes Basic Package: N1,700 per month 
  • StarTimes Classic: N2,500 per month 
Dish Packages 
  • StarTimes Nova: N900 per month 
  • Sports Plus: N1,200 per month 
  • The Smart Package: N2,200 per month 
  • The Super Package: N4,200 per month 
  • StarTimes Chinese Package: N6,600 per month 
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Conclusion

We hope this review of the various decoder services in Nigeria has been helpful. Which of these do you use? Have we missed any? Talk to us in the comments below or via our social media channels.