Freesat
Product brand
UnclaimedFreesat is a subscription-free satellite TV service backed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and 5.
Last updated September 15, 2026
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Overview
Freesat is a subscription-free satellite TV service, backed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and 5. It is described as a collective venture between those broadcasters, and has been in operation for over 16 years, delivering around 1 million homes with linear TV and On Demand content over satellite. Its platform carries over 170 channels, including more than 25 in HD, as well as leading free On Demand platforms such as BBC iPlayer and ITVX, and paid On Demand services like Netflix and Prime Video. Freesat offers products including a 4K TV Box and a Manhattan S4-R 4K TV Recorder.
History
Freesat is a subscription-free satellite TV service, backed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and 5. It is a collective venture between the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and 5, and has been in operation for over 16 years, delivering around 1 million homes with the best of linear TV and On Demand content over satellite. Its platform carries over 170 channels, including more than 25 in HD, as well as some of the leading free On Demand platforms, like BBC iPlayer and ITVX, as well as paid for On Demand services like Netflix and Prime Video.
Products and positioning
Subscription-free satellite TV with no monthly TV bills
4K TV Box
A 4K TV Box for streaming on demand favourites in one place.
Manhattan S4-R 4K TV Recorder
A 4K TV recorder for recording shows.
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