What is better Tricolor TV or MTS TV in 2021 - comparison

Which is better: Tricolor or MTS? There is no single answer to this question, since each provider has its own advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, each subscriber who does not want to overpay for low-quality services and expects the most attractive conditions is obliged to independently study the offers of both companies in order to choose the optimal connection option. It will not be possible to do without a detailed consideration of all the positive and negative sides of operators, since otherwise you can make a mistake with the decision made and give preference to the wrong provider.

Which is better: MTS satellite TV or Tricolor?

When comparing satellite companies, users should decide what is most important to them:

1. Number of channels in packages.
2. A variety of additional packages and options.
3. Cost of equipment and connection.
4. Subscription fee for watching television.
5. Availability of services.
6. Support service work.
7. An area in which a high-quality, uninterrupted signal can be received.
8. Easy to set up and catch channels.

There are other criteria that help you choose between two competing organizations. But those listed above are the most relevant, since they allow you to find out in advance whose services are more profitable.

Who will be affected by the shutdown of analogue television?

The government plans to completely stop subsidizing analog television in Russia in 2021, and as a result, channels will stop working. Let's figure out who will be affected by the shutdown?

First of all, the transition to digital will affect owners of old TVs connected directly to the antenna. They receive a signal in the meter range, and to receive digital television you need a decimeter signal for the European DVB-T2 standard. This standard allows you to get a clearer picture, stable image and good sound. Owners of cable and satellite television do not have to worry, they already receive a signal in digital format, and turning off analogue will not affect them.

Comparison of Tricolor and MTS TV tariffs - table

The most important thing in comparing Tricolor TV and MTS TV is the list of available television packages and their cost.

From the presented table it can be seen that each operator has its own advantages. So, MTS offers more tariffs, but its competitors have more TV channels in their packages and lower prices. However, it should be clarified that in some cases a larger number of broadcasts is achieved by duplicating one channel in standard and HD quality.

Equipment and installation

Having worried about the question of what to choose, MTS or Tricolor, it makes sense to evaluate not only the costs of subscriptions, but also the costs of purchasing and installing equipment.

Important! The kit required for connection is the same for both providers - a satellite dish with a diameter of 0.6 (0.55) or 0.9 (0.8) meters, communications, set-top box or CAM module, smart card.

A comparison of the cost of equipment is shown in the table (data taken from official websites as of April 2021).

When choosing Tricolor satellite TV, you should understand that the prices listed correspond to the official ones on the website, and the final cost may depend on the choice of equipment, since the brand offers various receivers with different capabilities and options, for example, with an additional hard drive. In addition, the prices given may differ from third-party sales points, where there are their own promotions at which you can purchase equipment significantly cheaper. The cost of installation depends on the place of purchase and the complexity of installation; there is no official information on the company’s website on this issue.

MTS satellite television does not have a similar variety of receiver models, so the choice is easier to make. The official store is running a promotion - together with the equipment, the “Advanced” package is connected and 3,990 rubles are credited to your personal account. The first month of viewing is free, then the payment of 125 rubles per month is debited with bonus points, that is, until the bonus points expire, viewing is free. The cost of installation from official dealers starts from 2 thousand rubles.

Installation of equipment occurs according to the same scheme for both operators, so when installing it yourself, there is not much difference in what to choose. The algorithm for connecting Tricolor equipment with your own hands is described in this article; read about MTS here.

Which plate is better - Tricolor or MTS?

Comparing dishes and equipment is not as important as examining the coverage area of ​​both companies. Theoretically, it is higher for MTS. But it is worth considering that:

• in most regions of the north of the country and in some regions of southern Siberia, the signal quality is far from ideal;
• But in eastern Siberia, the mobile company has overtaken its competitor, which does not broadcast there at all.

Customer complaints about the difficulty of setting up channels on MTS deserve special attention. But those users who use the services of receiver setup wizards and do not pick up channels on their own should not pay attention to this fact.

Which receiver to choose

Subscribers who have chosen this telecom operator must also approach the choice of receiver with all responsibility. The satellite television operator has been operating in the domestic market for more than 15 years, and therefore offers a wide range of equipment. There are several basic criteria that will help determine which Tricolor receiver is best to choose. The design features of the device are important. The level of comfort when watching your favorite TV shows will depend on how correctly the functional components are positioned.

It is worth paying attention to whether there is a power button on the back panel. On modern models it is usually absent, since the equipment is turned on via the remote control. For many subscribers, it is important what the main menu looks like. It should be simple and understandable. The receiver may have additional buttons, for example, a volume control. Their benefits will be appreciated by those subscribers who are faced with a broken remote control.

An important selection criterion is also the dimensions of the tuner and the mounting method. Modern models are compact in size and have special grooves for mounting to the wall. The choice of receiver will largely depend on its functional features. These include the following characteristics and points:

• support for modern quality standards, for example, Ultra HD 4K or Full HD;
• the ability to connect external media;
• the presence of a recording function and the ability to postpone watching your favorite program;
• presence of a built-in Wi-Fi module;
• availability of subtitles and teletext;
• a set of built-in games and more.

Receivers released in 2017-2019 support the highest quality images.

Finding a definite answer to the question of which Tricolor receiver is better is almost impossible. Do not forget that good equipment cannot be too cheap; if the user is offered a device at an excessively affordable price, it means that the tuner has some shortcomings or limitations.

Before purchasing a tuner, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with its technical characteristics. You should also remember that you need to buy equipment only in specialized stores or on websites that are official dealers of the provider.

What is the difference between Tricolor and MTS?

Tricolor TV is better than MTS in several areas that are important for subscribers:

1. Number of additional services.
2. Opportunities to watch independent TV broadcasts on different TVs simultaneously.
3. Availability of non-standard sets and pieces of equipment, for example, a tablet or game console.
4. Possibility to connect satellite Internet.

The mobile company surpasses its competitor in the variety of offers. In addition to satellite TV, it offers customers online viewing, mobile television and interactive broadcasts. Theoretically, Tricolor also has similar offers, but their quality is inferior to that of its competitor.

About operators

Tricolor is the largest Russian satellite broadcasting operator. The company was founded in 2005, and within a year the number of its subscribers was 150 thousand people. As of May 2021, more than 12.2 million people are connected to Tricolor TV, which is 29% of commercial television in the Russian Federation. Of these, about 10 million subscribe to HDTV and 100 thousand have access to UHD content.

Important! According to IHS Markit, the Russian company Tricolor ranks 5th in the world among all pay television operators.

Tricolor TV coverage area is the European part of Russia, Siberia and the Far East. Thus, in 2021, the company broadcasts throughout Russia with the exception of Crimea and Kaliningrad.

The MTS company (Mobile TeleSystems) was formed much earlier than its competitor in 1993. For several years in a row it has been the most expensive brand in Russia. The scope of activity of MTS is much wider than that of Tricolor, but satellite television broadcasting began later - in 2009-2010. Unlike Tricolor, MTS services are provided outside the Russian Federation in the CIS countries. The total number of subscribers is more than 100 million, according to unofficial information, about 9 million of them are users of pay television (satellite + cable). MTS has coverage over 95% of the Russian Federation, which does not include the Kamchatka Territory and the Republic of Yakutia.

From the above it is clear that both companies have a large coverage area and a huge number of subscribed subscribers. Comparison of packages, cost of services and equipment will help you decide which is better, Tricolor or MTS.

How to switch from Tricolor to MTS and back?

People who decide to change their service company this year will have to:

• renew the contract with a new provider;
• purchase a new receiver and antenna converter;
• rotate the antenna;
• catch channels.

There is no need to change all the equipment and install the dish, since the antennas are compatible. Considering everything said above, changing a provider will not take time and will not cost too much - about 4-5 thousand rubles, taking into account the payment of a subscription fee and the purchase of a set-top box.

Antenna operating principle

Antennas can be divided into several types, depending on their physical and technical characteristics. Absolutely all plates work on the same principle. Their purpose is to reflect high-frequency signals broadcast by satellite. The data stream first arrives at the converter head, then is transmitted to the receiver.

Antenna installation requires compliance with certain rules. There should be no physical obstacles between the satellite and the device; they may reduce image quality. The structures are usually made of aluminum or steel, and are coated with special powder paint to protect them from corrosion.

New Tricolor TV channels: list of channels 2021

The waiting spectators have something to rejoice at. The satellite company has supplemented the already quite extensive list with a large number of fresh titles. More than 20 additional TV channels of various types have become available to clients and subscribers. Those wishing to check out the new items should look at:

• Visiting a fairy tale;
• Weapon;
• 7tv;
• ABOUT!;
• TR!CK;
• OTV (Sverdlovsk region);
• Cartoon HD;
• Box TV;
• Phoenix Plus Cinema;
• Spike HD;
• Heat TV;
• Movie date;
• ORTRK (Omsk region);
• Top secret;
• Chavash En (Chuvashia);
• OTV (Chelyabinsk);
• Russian Extreme Ultra HD;
• Go.

It should be noted that some TV channels are broadcast in test mode, so you should be prepared for some changes.

New channels on Tricolor TV in 2021

No company that claims to be a leader in its field can stop developing. Tricolor TV is no exception, which is obliged to constantly offer customers something new, original and interesting. A great way to attract the attention of subscribers is to expand the list of available TV channels. New channels appeared on Tricolor TV in 2021 in December and later.

Almost every month, television viewers had the opportunity to watch new programs, programs and films of a wide variety of directions and genres. Each person had the opportunity to find something exciting and useful. At the same time, no additional payment was required from subscribers; all innovations were included in already formed packages and became the most important part of the airwaves.

general information

The MTS operator is better known as the largest provider of mobile communications and the Internet with tens of millions of subscribers. However, its range of services is much wider and among its current offers is satellite television in HD format. The equipment set is considered one of the cheapest, second in price only to Tricolor. It is not surprising that this operator is often chosen due to its availability.

But the low cost of the kit is only one of the advantages. Another advantage of the connection is its simple installation and configuration, which can be done independently and without special knowledge.

How to connect

There are 3 main options for connecting new TV channels:

1. in the simplest case, they appear automatically and do not require additional actions from subscribers;
2. if you cannot wait for automatic connection, you should simply reboot the receiver by pressing the corresponding button on the receiver;
3. in situations where the reboot did not help, all that remains is to restart the search and create the channel list.

Usually the above actions are sufficient, but in the most severe cases, when even a search does not help, all that remains is to call the contact center. Even in 2021, help from the support service remains the simplest and most effective method of solving difficulties that have arisen, allowing you to find solutions to almost any problem.

What you need

The kit includes a receiving device (dish + convector), and a receiver with a CAM module to support payment cards.

Therefore, the connection process will include two stages:

1. setting up the MTS satellite antenna;
2. connecting equipment and searching for channels.

Attention! For users who already have a satellite dish installed and only purchased a CAM connector with a SIM card, the first step is skipped. You can proceed directly to the setup process.