8 best satellite dishes

Satellite television has many advantages over other types of broadcasting - public analog or digital, cable, IP TV. The “plate” can be placed anywhere, it provides high-quality signal reception and offers a large package of channels.

However, the quality of signal reception and television itself depends on the quality of the receiver. We made a rating of 8 of the best satellite dishes with which you can enjoy a high-resolution video stream, regardless of the weather outside the window.

Top satellite dish rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top satellite dish rating	1	Triax TD-088	2 100 ₽
	2	Lans-97	2 900 ₽
	3	Skymax 1.2 m	2 090 ₽
	4	Corab ASC-800PR / C	1 650 ₽
	5	"Supral" (90 cm)	1 400 ₽
	6	Azure AS-35T	1 900 ₽
	7	Skymax 0.55 m	1 480 ₽
	8	Satellite region STV-0.8 (80 cm)	990 ₽

Triax TD-088

Rating: 4.9

Why she: Reliable mount, windproof design.

This antenna is designed and manufactured in Denmark - and is characterized by the highest reliability. In particular, this device is made of stainless steel, covered with anti-corrosion enamel, and the mount is resistant to wind gusts and other aggressive natural influences.

Due to the special design, it has a gain at a frequency of 11.7 GHz, equal to 38.8 dB. Cross-polarization on the axis is less than 27 dB, which ensures stable signal reception.

Despite the high-strength construction, thanks to modern materials the satellite dish weighs only 7 kg. Therefore, it minimally loads the bracket and the wall, and can even be installed on objects made of materials with low bearing properties (plywood, fiberboard and similar plates from recycled wood).

In Russia, the device is compatible with television broadcasting at a frequency of 11.7 GHz (NTV-Plus, Tricolor).

Lans-97

Rating: 4.8

Why she: Perforated antenna with almost perfect parabolic shape.

The main advantage of this antenna is geometry, which is close to an ideal parabola. Due to this, the “plate” ensures a steady reception of a signal even in bad weather conditions and difficult availability of a radio signal. It is suitable for installation both in open spaces and in urban environments, where the sky is often out of sight.

Perforated design provides self-cleaning "plates." Neither snow nor other precipitations and pollution linger on it. Also due to perforation, the antenna is resistant to wind and other aggressive natural influences. Reinforced mounting further enhances reliability.

Specifications are also high. The gain at a frequency of 11.7 GHz, in which “Tricolor” and “NTV-Plus” are broadcast, is about 39 dB. The axis cross-polarization coefficient is 27 dB. The device is made of steel with powder coating.

Skymax 1.2 m

Rating: 4.8

Why she: One of the largest satellite dish in the ranking.

The diameter of this satellite dish is 1.2 meters. Because of this, it provides a steady, stable signal reception, even in areas with poor coverage, due to various external factors. At the same time, it is characterized by geometry close to the ideal parabola, which further improves the quality of satellite television.

In particular, due to the shape and large diameter close to the ideal parabola, the signal gain is 43.32 dB. The device is compatible with frequencies up to 12.5 GHz, therefore it is suitable for working with European satellite television from Hotbird and Sirius satellites. However, with the Russian providers "Tricolor", "NTV-Plus", "Telekarta" and "Continent TV" it also works great.

The antenna has an azimuth-angle type of suspension, which simplifies tuning to a certain angle of inclination of the satellite trajectory. The plate is made of steel with anti-corrosion coating.

Corab ASC-800PR / C

Rating: 4.7

Why she: Low weight, but good gain.

Satellite dish of standard sizes (diameter 0.8 meters) with excellent characteristics. So, thanks to the geometry, which is close to the ideal parabolic, the signal gain at a frequency of 11.7 GHz is about 38 dB. This is the optimal value for almost any conditions - even suburban accommodation with constantly open sky, even intracity.

The antenna is made of perforated galvanized steel for corrosion protection and painted with polyester enamel. This combination of materials makes it resistant to almost any external aggressive influences. So, through the perforation "plate" gets rid of falling snow, and polyester paint provides high windscreen.

The antenna has a low mass of 3.2 kg. Therefore, it can be placed on almost any supporting structures. Painted in a non-standard dark color.

"Supral" (90 cm)

Rating: 4.7

Why she: Rich equipment and low price.

This is one of the cheapest antennas in the ranking. However, in its technical characteristics, it is almost in no way inferior to other plates. So, due to the shape close to the ideal parabola, it provides a signal gain at a frequency of 11.7 GHz (“Tricolor”, “NTV-Plus”) of 39.1 dB.

The cross-polarization of the signal axis is 30 dB. This is the optimal value for the use of "plates" in most conditions. An antenna with a diameter of 90 cm has a focal length of 450 mm.

The antenna is made of stainless steel with anti-corrosion coating, is wind resistant up to 25 meters per second. The mount supports changing the angle of inclination depending on the region, and the maximum value of the azimuth angle is 70 degrees. Included is a bracket for installing it on a wall or support.

Azure AS-35T

Rating: 4.7

Why she: Mobile satellite dish with good technical characteristics.

Offset transforming antenna with excellent technical characteristics for its class.Being the only mobile satellite dish in the rating, it is carried out in a folding structure and equipped with a special suction mount to be placed on the walls, car roof, etc.

The antenna is designed for use with closely spaced transponders. The diameter of the reflector, which is made of stainless steel with anti-corrosion coating, is 35 centimeters. At the same time, the gain is rather high for mobile satellite receivers and is about 32 dB.

The package includes the actual reflector, bracket-stand, suction cup, the necessary holders, a tuning compass and a plastic suitcase for transportation. It has a place for the receiver.

Skymax 0.55 m

Rating: 4.6

Why she: Compact size and good specifications.

This satellite dish, despite its compact size, is quite suitable for use in almost all conditions (urban, suburban) and with most television providers. With a diameter of 55 centimeters, it provides a signal gain at a frequency of 11.7 GHz at 35.8 dB.

This satellite dish works in the networks of most Russian providers of the corresponding television - “Tricolor”, “NTV-Plus”, “Continent TV” and some others.

Being a budget device, it is made of powder coated stainless steel. However, thanks to a special bracket and mount, it supports vertical inclination up to 90 degrees. Resistant to winds up to 60 meters per second and low temperatures down to minus 40 degrees.

The scope of delivery includes a bracket for mounting to a wall or other supporting structure.

Satellite region STV-0.8 (80 cm)

Rating: 4.5

Why she: Low price and rich equipment.

Domestic-made 80-cm satellite dish STV-0.8 is an excellent alternative to expensive stock equipment from some television providers. Despite its low price (one of the smallest in the rating), it has quite good operational parameters.

So, thanks to a shape close to an ideal parabola and a large diameter, it provides a gain of 39.1 dB at a television frequency of 11.3 GHz. In the range of 11.7 GHz, in which “Tricolor” and “NTV-Plus” are broadcast, it provides a slightly smaller value of this parameter, but still optimal even for use in regions with unstable coating.

The antenna is made of stainless steel with an additional anti-corrosion powder coating. It is resistant to cold, humidity and wind, but it is advisable not to subject it to mechanical stress. The kit includes a bracket for mounting on the wall.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.