There are many different kinds of DVRs. Tivo-like devices do have a monthly charge. Often ones that offer recordable DVD formats do not.
How expensive your DVR service is depends on if you use your cable company's service or if decide to purchase your own DVR.Cable company service. Most cable company's DVR service seem to run approx. $10 per month, in addition to your current cable company bill. Generally, there is no equipment to purchase so the only cost you pay is your monthly bill. Note: This may or may not be the case with your cable company. Consult your cable company for exact pricing and terms for DVR service.Purchasing your own DVR. A new DVR can be anywhere from roughly $100 (for a standard TiVo DVR) to $600 for some higher-end DVRs. The higher-end DVRs include fancy features such as DVD recording and the like. Plus, you pay an additional monthly fee, ($12 per month for TiVo, for example). If you decide to network your DVR, you'll need a network adapter. If you need to hook it up to a phone line, you may need to purchase a filter if you have DSL.While purchasing your DVR may be more expensive initially, your DVR offers more features and flexibility than your cable company's service. Once you buy the TiVo DVR, you can pay a one-time service fee that covers the life-time of the box. This avoids costly monthly service fees, but this often doesn't allow for DVR upgrade or subscription changes
there is no such thing as no fee dvr service all dvr services have fees
buying the DVR is about $50 then monthly fees are anywhere from $15-$20 with resonable companies.
Direct TV offers DVR service as an option with its service.
Getting service from a cable company is generally cheaper. Most cable company's DVR service seem to run approx. $10 per month, in addition to your current cable company bill. Generally, there is no equipment to purchase so the only cost you pay is your monthly bill. Note: This may or may not be the case with your cable company. Consult your cable company for exact pricing and terms for DVR service. Purchasing your own DVR can mean anywhere from roughly $100 (for a standard TiVo DVR) to $600 for some higher-end DVRs. The higher-end DVRs include fancy features such as DVD recording and the like. Plus, you may pay an additional monthly fee, ($12 per month for TiVo, for example). While purchasing your DVR may be more expensive initially, your DVR offers more features and flexibility than your cable company's service. **alternate response** In my neck of the woods (South FL)renting a cable DVR is $8 monthly for the hardware rental and an additional $5 for programming service. I pay $5 a month for a DirecTV DVR programming with a hardware lump sum cost of $50 (the hardware is often available for free with a new installation)
yes a DVR can be purchased from your local electronics store or online and no subscription is needed.
Yes, Dish does offer DVR. It is usually around $10-$20 a month for the added service. I love my DVR too!
When purchasing a directv dvr confirm with the carrier if you qualify for any discount on equipment or promotional offers on monthly service. Complete price comarisons for the equipment with local stores and manufacturer. Confirm if any additional equipment is needed for setup.
If it is a Dish or DirecTV DVR, you cannot.
The Comast DVR has a different interface, while the DirecTV DVR has an arguably better user experience.
What is the monthly cost for your service?
A DVD Recorder that you purchase requires no service.