Winegard Playmaker Dual PL-8000
#6 in PortableFull review
For a DISH household that wants a second tuner at the campsite. Same antenna as the PL-8035, differing only in dome color.
Amazon $369 eBay$369
The Winegard Playmaker Dual PL-8000 is the better RV satellite antenna overall, rated 3.8 to 3.7. The Winegard Playmaker Dual PL-8000 leads on receivers. The Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 costs $60 less ($309 vs $369).
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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
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Winegard Playmaker Dual PL-8000 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 Playmaker Dual PL-8000 | Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Price 30% | 83 $369 checked price | 91 $309 checked price |
| Warranty 20% | 100 2-year parts warranty | 100 2-year parts warranty |
| Weight 15% | 99 7.2 lb | 99 7.2 lb |
| Providers 15% | 0 DISH (1) | 0 DISH (1) |
| Receivers 10% | 50 serves 2 receivers | 0 serves 1 receiver |
| In-motion 10% | 0 stationary use only | 0 stationary use only |
Specifications
| Winegard Playmaker Dual PL-8000 | Winegard DISH Playmaker PL-7000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | ||
| Providers | DISH | DISH |
| Satellites | DISH 61.5, 110, 119 and 129 degrees (SD/HD) | DISH 61.5, 110, 119 and 129 degrees (SD/HD) |
| Tracking | Stationary | Stationary |
| Receivers served | 2 | 1 |
| Build | ||
| Mounting | Portable | Portable |
| Height | 13 in | 13 in |
| Dome or dish diameter | 16.1 in | 16.1 in |
| Weight | 7.2 lb | 7.2 lb |
| Power | ||
| Power source | Through the receiver coax | Through the receiver coax |
| Warranty | ||
| Parts warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2017-08 | 2017-08 |