The award-winning Sky Q box might rule the roost when it comes to watching and recording premium TV channels, but it’s getting some new competition. The team at Manhattan had already hinted that a new set-top box was on the way, and now this device has been officially confirmed. It’s called the Manhattan S4-R Freesat 4K TV Recorder and it will offer the chance for homes with satellite dishes to tune into more than 100 subscription-free Freesat TV and radio channels, including more than 35 in pin-sharp HD.

Just like Sky Q, it offers the option to record for channels at the same time and will arrive with 500GB of storage at launch – that’s enough for 300 hours of TV.

1TB and 2TB versions will follow soon, offering more space for those who need it. Another feature that’s similar to Sky is the ability to pause and rewind live telly so you never miss a moment.

Manhattan is also promising a simple user interface, the ability to search for content and access to more than 60,000 hours of on-demand shows and movies from apps including BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4, 5 and more.

Speaking about the launch Alex Arbab-Zadeh, COO for Manhattan says: “We know how much people value the simple, subscription-free control and intuitive experience of our T4-R Freeview recorder. Our audience has been actively asking for that same experience on Freesat, and we’re thrilled to deliver the S4-R as the answer.

“It not only brings our proprietary user interface to satellite viewing, but it also drastically elevates the recording capability by supporting up to four simultaneous shows, compared to the previous two-channel limit.

“The S4-R is the perfect subscription TV replacement for Brits seeking more power, more choice, and an end to high monthly fees.”

The Manhattan S4-R will be available in April 2026, from Currys, John Lewis, Argos and Richer Sounds.

The standard 500GB model costs £219.99. The 1TB versions will come in May for £249.99 and the 2TB model arriving in June will be priced at £279.99.