[Chris]

Originally Posted by TheOne

If i wanted to get the HD channels as part of the POWF deal, could i not just swap the standard box for the Sky HD box? (so that would allow me to watch the free HD channels)

The freesat from Sky costs £146 with the dish and standard box installed

But how much would the freesat (BBC/ITV) cost for the HD box, dish and installation ?

Thanks for the interesting input so far people

You cannot get A Sky HD box with FreesatFromSky, and it says as much in their FAQs:

Q: Can you get any high definition channels with Freesat From Sky?

A. No. To watch HD channels on Sky you need to get a Sky HD box. There are three HD channels - BBC HD, Channel 4 HD and Luxe TV HD - available without any subscriptions. To watch these HD channels you will need a Sky HD box and an HD-ready TV (a valid viewing card is required for Channel 4 HD).
A Sky HD subscription is also available, offering 15 more HD channels and a choice of on-demand high definition programmes. For more information call 08442 411 614 or visit sky.com/hd.


http://www.freesatfromsky.co.uk/faqs-freesat.aspx#q4

Neither is it possible to get an HD box as part of the Pay Once, Watch Forever deal. Again, this is stated in their FAQs:

Q: Are there any high definition channels with Pay Once Watch Forever?

A: No. To watch HD channels on Sky you need to get a Sky+HD box. There are three HD channels - BBC HD, Channel 4 HD and Luxe TV HD - available without any subscriptions. To watch these HD channels you will need a Sky+HD box and an HD-ready TV (a valid viewing card is required for Channel 4 HD).
A Sky+HD subscription is also available, offering 15 more HD channels and a choice of on-demand high definition programmes. For more information call 08442 411 614 or visit sky.com/hd.


http://www.freesatfromsky.co.uk/faqs-pay-once.aspx#q3

You can get a Sky HD box without taking out a Sky HD subscription, but not direct from Sky. You would have to go to an independent, Sky-accredited installer, buy the box off them (for about £200) and then arrange installation direct with them. Installation would not be free or subsidised by Sky in those circumstances. In short, none of the benefits of their FreesatFromSky deals are available to you if you insist on having a Sky HD box.

If you want hassle-free HD, you really need to go to www.freesat.co.uk.