Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000
#8 in PortableFull review
The cheapest way into automatic DISH for a camper who sets up at the site. Pick it if you already have, or will buy, a DISH Wally.
Amazon $309 eBay$309
The Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 is the better RV satellite antenna overall, rated 3.7 to 2.8. The Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 leads on price. The KING VQ4500 Tailgater wins on receivers. The Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 costs $70 less ($309 vs $379).
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KING VQ4500 Tailgater
#14 in PortableFull review
The older dual-output KING; the Winegard Playmaker Dual is lighter and better supported.
Amazon $379 eBay$379
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 for price ($309 checked price vs $379 checked price).
- Choose the KING VQ4500 Tailgater for receivers (serves 2 receivers vs serves 1 receiver).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every portable RV satellite antenna; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 | KING VQ4500 Tailgater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 30% | 91 $309 checked price | 82 $379 checked price |
| Warranty 20% | 100 2-year parts warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
| Weight 15% | 99 7.2 lb | 50 unit weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Providers 15% | 0 DISH (1) | 0 DISH (1) |
| Receivers 10% | 0 serves 1 receiver | 50 serves 2 receivers |
| In-motion 10% | 0 stationary use only | 0 stationary use only |
Specifications
| Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 | KING VQ4500 Tailgater | |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | ||
| Providers | DISH | DISH |
| Satellites | DISH 61.5, 110, 119 and 129 degrees (SD/HD) | Western arc DISH 110, 119 and 129 degrees |
| Tracking | Stationary | Stationary |
| Receivers served | 1 | 2 |
| Build | ||
| Mounting | Portable | Portable |
| Height | 13 in | - |
| Dome or dish diameter | 16.1 in | - |
| Weight | 7.2 lb | - |
| Power | ||
| Power source | Through the receiver coax | Through the receiver coax |
| Warranty | ||
| Parts warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2017-08 | - |