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YouTube TV
Unlimited DVR, 100+ channels, locals in 99%+ of US ZIPs. Rock-solid all-rounder.
$82.99 advertised · ~$90.99 true
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The price they advertise vs the price you actually pay
Tracked April 2026 — based on official service billing, RSN surcharges, broadcast TV fees and taxes.
| Service | Advertised | After promo | Fees + taxes | True monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube TV | $72.99 | $82.99 | ~$8 | $90.99 |
| Hulu + Live TV (Disney bundle) | $89.99 | $89.99 | ~$10 | $99.99 |
| Fubo Pro | $74.99 | $84.99 | ~$12 (RSN) | $96.99 |
| Sling Orange + Blue | $60.99 | $60.99 | ~$3 | $63.99 |
| DIRECTV Stream Choice | $94.99 | $94.99 | ~$10 (RSN) | $104.99 |
| ✓ IPTV America (12-month) | $7.42 | $7.42 | $0 | $7.42 |
Figures rounded. Fees vary by ZIP (regional sports networks, broadcast TV fees, local taxes). Advertised prices exclude add-ons like 4K Plus, DVR expansions and premium channels.
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BEST FOR SPORTS
DIRECTV Stream
Widest RSN coverage after Fubo-NBC fallout. Choice tier for most sports fans.
$94.99 advertised · ~$104.99 true
Check DIRECTV RSN coverage →BEST BUDGET
Sling Orange + Blue
Cheapest path to ESPN + cable staples. No full locals in many markets.
$60.99 advertised · ~$63.99 true
See Sling local coverage →BEST NO-SPORTS
Philo
70+ entertainment channels (HGTV, AMC, Discovery). No sports, no locals, no news.
$33 advertised · ~$33 true
Is Philo enough for you? →BEST BUNDLE
Hulu + Live TV
Includes Hulu on-demand, Disney+ and ESPN+. Priciest — but deepest content.
$89.99 advertised · ~$99.99 true
Compare Hulu bundle →BEST CONSOLIDATED
IPTV America
20,000+ channels (locals, sports, international, premium) — one bill, one login.
$7.42/mo (12-month plan)
Try IPTV America 24h free →IPTV America vs YouTube TV vs Hulu Live vs Fubo vs Sling
The prices you actually pay — not the ones they advertise
| Service | True price/mo | Live channels | VOD | 4K | Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube TV | $82.99 | ~100 | ✓ | ✓ | Chat only |
| Hulu + Live TV | $89.99 | ~95 | ✓ | ✓ | Chat only |
| Fubo (post-NBC loss) | $74.99 | ~184 | ✓ | ✓ | Chat only |
| Sling Orange + Blue | $60.99 | 50+ | ✓ | ✗ | Chat only |
| DIRECTV Stream Choice | $94.99 | 125+ | ✓ | ✓ | Chat |
| ✓ IPTV America | from $7.42 | 20,000+ | ✓ | ✓ | WhatsApp direct |
Will your local games be blacked out? (check by ZIP)
RSN landscape changed a lot in 2025-2026 — Fubo lost NBC, Bally rebranded to FanDuel Sports Network, and Warner disputes removed TNT/TBS from some services.
The true cost of watching every sport without cable
Pick the sports you follow — we'll show the minimum services needed and total monthly cost.
Pre-built stacks
NFL fan
Every Sunday/Monday/Thursday game
- YouTube TV
- Peacock Premium
- Amazon Prime
- ESPN+
- Netflix (Christmas games)
MLB die-hard
In-market + out-of-market
- MLB.TV
- YouTube TV
- Apple TV+
Multi-sport
NFL + NBA + MLB + NHL
- YouTube TV
- ESPN+
- NBA League Pass
- MLB.TV
- Peacock
IPTV America all-in-one
All leagues, one bill
- IPTV America 12-month
Streaming vs cable in 2026 — the numbers
Verified data from Nielsen, Cord Cutters News, Parks Associates, eMarketer and UtilityRates.com.
$147
Avg US cable bill/mo
Cord Cutters News 2025
$70
Avg cord cutter bill/mo
Cord Cutters News survey (1,900+ readers)
$730/yr
Avg yearly savings
CableCompare 2026
47.5%
Streaming share of US TV viewing
Nielsen Gauge Dec 2025
77M+
US households cord-cut
CableCompare 2025
86.7%
Cite price as main reason
Cord-cutting survey Q4 2025
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Pluto TV
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Amazon's free service, original series + movies
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Cord cutting across the USA
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New York
Replace Spectrum or Optimum with a stable, affordable stack. Local ABC/NBC/CBS/Fox, Knicks/Rangers on MSG (via RSN-carrying services), plus premium channels in one package.
Contact us — New YorkLos Angeles
Optimized for LA households. Follow Lakers, Dodgers, Rams, and Kings — plus all Spanish-language channels on a single service.
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Great for Chicago users replacing Xfinity or RCN. Bears, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox, Blackhawks — covered via the right service combinations.
Contact us — ChicagoHouston
Texans, Rockets, Astros fans: we'll match you with the services carrying your RSN after the Bally → FanDuel Sports Network transition.
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Cord cutting questions, answered
Is cord cutting still worth it in 2026 with so many streaming services?
Yes for most households. The average US cable bill is around $147/month vs around $70 for a typical cord-cutter stack including internet. Savings depend on which services you truly need — use the ZIP calculator above to see your number.
Is it still worth cutting the cord if I still have to pay for internet?
Internet is required either way. The real comparison is cable + internet vs streaming + internet. Cable bundles often bury the TV cost inside the bundle, so line-item the two and subtract — most households still save $40–$80/month after the switch.
How much are people currently paying for cable in the US?
Reported averages range from $95 to $147/month depending on the survey, with basic cable around $84 in 2025 per UtilityRates.com. Hidden broadcast TV fees rose about 12.8% in the last cycle among major providers.
Which streaming service carries my local ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox?
It depends on your ZIP. YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and DIRECTV Stream cover locals in most markets. Fubo lost NBC affiliates in November 2025. Sling's Blue plan has locals in select markets only. Philo and Frndly have no locals. When locals aren't carried, a $25–$40 indoor antenna picks up ABC/NBC/CBS/Fox/PBS for free.
Can I watch NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL without cable?
Yes, but no single mainstream service covers everything. NFL is spread across YouTube TV, Peacock, Amazon Prime, ESPN and Netflix. NBA needs Hulu + Live TV or YouTube TV plus League Pass. MLB needs MLB.TV plus your RSN. NHL is mainly ESPN+ and TNT/Max. IPTV America consolidates these channels into one service — use the sports stack builder above to compare.
What about blackouts on MLB.TV and League Pass?
In-market games are typically blacked out on league-wide passes. As of 2026, several MLB teams offer direct-to-consumer options (Padres, Rockies, Diamondbacks, Mets, Giants, Royals, Braves, Phillies per TheStreamable). For other teams you still need a service that carries your RSN — check the blackout tracker above.
What's the best streaming service for sports fans?
Fubo led on sports historically, but its November 2025 loss of NBC properties and prior Warner dispute (no TNT/TBS/HGTV/Discovery) changed the calculus. DIRECTV Stream's Choice and Ultimate tiers now often win for full RSN coverage. YouTube TV is the safest all-rounder. Verify RSN availability in your ZIP before subscribing.
Which streaming devices work best for cord cutting?
Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV 4K, Google TV (Chromecast), and most Smart TVs. All major live TV services run natively on each platform. Budget picks: Roku Streaming Stick or Fire TV Stick 4K, both frequently discounted under $30.
What's the cheapest legal way to watch live TV?
Start free: Pluto TV, Tubi, The Roku Channel, Freevee, Sling Freestream, Xumo, Plex. Combined they offer hundreds of FAST channels. Add a $25–$40 OTA antenna for ABC/NBC/CBS/Fox/PBS. If you need more, Frndly TV starts around $9/month (annual plan) and Philo is around $28–$33/month.
Why is my YouTube TV / Hulu + Live TV bill higher than the advertised price?
The advertised price usually excludes the broadcast TV fee, RSN surcharge, local taxes, and 4K/DVR add-ons. Promo pricing (e.g., '$72.99 for 3 months') also rolls to full price automatically. The 'Real Price vs Advertised' table above shows the true monthly amount based on prices tracked this month.