In technological products, the verdict on which one is better can be very clear. All one has to do is to watch which technology is gaining from which. That tells you which one is better and which way the wind is blowing and on which one you have to bet.
Very clearly, between the satellite and the Direct TV, Direct TV has been winning the battle. Just look at how many subscribers the Direct Tv has gained! It is not without reason that Satellite TVhas been losing to DirecTV. One, DirecTV offers 100% digital programming which no Colorado Satellite TVcould offer. Two, you also get HD content which only Direct TV can afford to give you. Three, when you subscribe to DirecTV, you also get absolutely free equipments. Four, there is no hassle of operator interference which happens with every cable guy.