DStv is a satellite content provider present in over 40 countries in Africa. DStv offers content ranging from Premier League live matches to news and entertainment channels for the whole family. Once you subscribe to any of the DStv packages in Kenya, you can stream online on a computer or mobile device at no extra cost.
Prices of DStv Decoders in Kenya
DStv offers various decoders in Kenya for watching its content.
The HD Zapper compact decoder now goes for Ksh. 850, down from Ksh 1,199 and lets you catch all of the action in crystal clear HD picture quality. The complete DStv dish kit now goes for Ksh 1,650 down from Ksh. 2,000. This promotional offer price is valid till 31st December 2025.
The decoder comes with HDMI, AV and USB ports and has user-friendly HD menus and interactive apps.
The HD Zapper Decoder plus the Dish kit costs Ksh. 3,199 and comes with a 1-month DStv Family package.
On the other hand, the DStv Explora decoder and a smart LNB cost Ksh. 10,499. The full kit, including the dish now goes for Ksh. 13,499.
The DStv Explora decoder is also XtraView compatible, which means you can link it to another decoder within your home and share the same subscription. However, you’ll need to pay an extra access fee for each additional decoder connected.
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With the extra view function, you can link up to 3 decoders in separate rooms. The DStv Explora decoder is the primary decoder and you can link it to any combination of 2 DStv Exploras or 2 Single View DStv HD decoder arrangements.
The Explora decoder also allows you to pause and rewind live TV, schedule recordings of your favourite shows, and even rent a Box Office movie straight from the cinema.
Read: List of DStv Kenya Channels per Bouquet.
However, the PVR (record and pause live TV) functionality comes with an additional monthly charge on top of your normal subscription fee.
DStv Kenya Packages and Subscription Cost in 2026
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Multichoice Kenya recently adjusted the DStv subscription charges of their packages upwards, with the higher packages bearing a bigger change.
DStv added another package called DStv Lite, now going for Ksh. 750 per month and comes with over 50 TV channels. DStv Lite is the starter package and cheapest in its category.
Cost of DStv Packages in Kenya
Here are the new prices of DStv packages in Kenya:
| DStv Bouquet | Monthly Subscription | Number of Channels |
|---|---|---|
| DStv Lite | Ksh 750 | 45+ (5 HD) |
| DStv Access | Ksh 1,450 | 85+ (10 HD) |
| DStv Family | Ksh 2,250 | 105+ (15 HD) |
| DStv Compact | Ksh 4,200 | 135+ (30 HD) |
| Compact Plus | Ksh 7,300 | 150+ (35 HD) |
| DStv Premium | Ksh 11,700 | 160+ (45 HD) |
DStv Add-on Packages
If you love more movies in HD quality or are a foreign national, you have the option of subscribing to more content through DStv add-on packages, in addition to your normal DStv monthly subscription.
Here’s a list of DStv Add-on packages, with updated prices, available in Kenya:
| DStv Add-On Bouquets | Monthly Subscription | Number of Channels |
|---|---|---|
| Indian | Ksh 1,900 | 4+ |
| Portuguesa | Ksh 9,000 | 11+ |
| Great Wall (Chinese) | Ksh 900 | 10+ |
| French Touch | Ksh 1100 | 9+ |
| French Plus | Ksh 4,800 | 15+ |
| Add-on Movies Package | Ksh 1,000 | 3 |
For any queries regarding DStv Kenya packages, you can utilize the self-service platforms available, contact customer care, or visit Multichoice Kenya offices for assistance.
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