I find it just as convenient and even quicker to use my xbox one. Of course I have my hopper set to pass through so I dont have to change inputs.I would have never thought having Netflix on my receiver would be a big deal, given that I can access it from my blu-ray player, my Apple TV, and my Fire Stick, but I find myself using it on the Dish Hopper all the time, providing a convenience that is impressive. I suspect that increases the pressure on DirecTV to follow-suit.
But, it would be a convenient alternative for most. Hopefully Directv gets it as well.