Comparison
ElephTV vs DStv — why South Africans are cutting the satellite cord
Compare ElephTV's IPTV codes against DStv Premium: 60% cheaper, no dish, no installation, no 24-month contract. Works on any smart TV, Android box or phone over fibre or LTE.
At a glance
ElephTVDStv
Monthly costElephTV wins
R120
R899
Live channelsElephTV wins
400
150
Activation (min)ElephTV wins
5
1,440
Head-to-head
| Feature | ElephTV | DStv |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost (full lineup) | From R120/month | R899/month (Premium) |
| Contract length | None — month-to-month | 24 months typical |
| Installation | Zero — code in 5 minutes | Dish + decoder install required |
| Weather signal loss | Not affected | Drops in storms |
| Works on phone / tablet | Yes, native | DStv Stream extra fee |
| International channels | 12,000+ channels | ~150 |
| Activation time | Under 5 minutes | 1–3 days install window |
Why people switch from DStv
- Save over R9,300 a year vs DStv Premium
- Keep watching during load-shedding via mobile data
- Cancel any month — no early-termination fee
- One code covers TV, phone, tablet and laptop