If you’re thinking about ditching cable, a live TV streaming service could be worth trying. These platforms offer competitive pricing, diverse channel selections, and some options allow you to watch sports networks or primetime TV. And if you prefer not to be tied down with a contract, these apps may sound appealing. Not only do they offer a wider range of channels compared to antennas, but they also provide the convenience of watching on your desktop or mobile device.
Right now, there are six main streaming services to choose from: YouTube TV, Hulu Plus Live TV, Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, Fubo and Philo. But what really counts is the variety of channels they offer, right? That’s why we’ve carefully reviewed these services and put together a list of the ones that give you the most bang for your buck.
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The Big Chart: Top 100 channels compared, updated April 2024
The main difference between the services is their channel selection. All of them offer different lineups of channels for various prices.
Below you’ll find a chart that shows the top 100 channels across all six services, but note that not each service has a worthy 100. There are actually seven listed because Sling TV has two different “base” tiers, Orange and Blue. And if you’re wondering, I chose which “top” channels made the cut. Sorry, AXS TV, Discovery Life, GSN and Universal HD.
But if you’re a sports fan, March brought some good news: Fubo now offers the YES Network at no extra charge if you want to watch the Brooklyn Nets or New York Yankees. And Hulu’s live TV offering now includes the MLB Network.
If you want to get rid of cable, there are numerous live TV streaming choices available. Sling TV’s basic packages are $40 in most cities. But costs continue to go up. Fubo’s price increase is now official, and DirecTV Stream is $80 per month for its base plan. YouTube TV costs $73 per month, while Hulu’s live TV service now costs $77 a…
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