DirecTV and Dish Network have both ditched their monthly HD surcharges, cutting about $10 off monthly bills, High-Def Digest reports. It’s a key step to compete with cable for customers.

Check out the DirecTV and Dish Network sites for their intro packages, both of which offer free HD in perpetuity, not just as an introductory offer.

Does this sweeten the pot enough to make you consider jumping from cable to satellite?

Satellite Services Adding “Free HD For Life” [High-Def DIgest]

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