At a glance
| Sony | StarSat | |
|---|---|---|
| About | Premium picture processing — the brand most often specified where the screen itself is part of the room's design. | A budget satellite platform on the same Intelsat footprint, with a smaller channel bouquet and lower monthly cost. |
| Origin | Japan | South Africa |
| Popular lines | BRAVIA XR, BRAVIA OLED, Google TV platform | StarSat HD decoders, StarSat dish kits |
Where Sony wins
- Industry-leading picture processing
- Excellent motion handling for live sport
- Google TV with broad app support
- Build quality that justifies a permanent wall mount
Where StarSat wins
- Cheaper monthly package than the mainstream option
- Strong on sport and international channels for the price
- Installs on standard 80cm/90cm dish hardware
Which should you choose?
Honestly: it depends on your property, how many rooms you need and your budget — the right answer for a single-lounge household is different from a four-room home or a guesthouse. We install both Sony and StarSat, so the recommendation you get from us is based on what fits, not what's on the shelf.