DirecTV Stream Channels: Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate And Premier Lineups Compared

DirecTV Stream offers consumers a choice between four main live TV plans and the selection of channels depends on the plan chosen. In general, DirecTV Stream subscribers get access to a minimum of 90 live TV channels along with the option to expand the lineup through add-ons.

Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate And Premier Compared

DirecTV Stream’s four live TV packages are Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate and Premier. Here’s a closer look at how the channel lineups for these packages compare.

In addition to the channels listed above, DirecTV also offers a number of regional sports networks in select areas. Those interested in checking exactly which local and national channels they will get access to can do so by heading to the DirecTV Stream website and entering their ZIP code.

Choosing The Right DirecTV Stream Package

Priced at $86.99 a month, Entertainment is the cheapest live TV package overall and the one that provides access to the fewest (90+) channels. Entertainment is best for homes that want access to a variety of popular entertainment channels but don’t want to pay more than they need to.

At $114.99 a month, the Choice plan increases the number of channels to more than 125. More notably, Choice is the cheapest plan that also includes regional sports networks, as well as more specialized sports channels like ACC Network, Big Ten Network, MLB Network, NBA TV, and SEC Network. All of which makes Choice a better option for sports fans.

The Ultimate plan costs $129.99 a month and unlocks more than 160 channels. Ultimate subscribers get access to more sports and movies thanks to the inclusion of channels like CBS Sports Network, Discovery Family, FX Movie Channel, NHL Network, and Starz Encore.

Those wanting the best DirecTV Stream experience possible can opt to pay $169.99 a month for the Premier plan. This package provides access to more than 185 channels but what makes Premium so worthwhile is the inclusion of some premium services. For example, subscribers get access to Max, Cinemax, Paramount+ with Showtime, and Starz, at no additional cost.

Overall, Premier is the best package. Although it is significantly more expensive than the other plans, as well as live TV packages from other providers, Premier does include some premium services that households might already be paying for. Considering these premium networks are included in the monthly cost, some homes may find they can reduce the overall price they are paying for a live TV package and the additional services.

Double-Check Channel Lineups Before Signing Up

While it stands to reason that a more expensive plan would come with more channels, not every channel included with DirecTV’s cheapest plan is automatically included with its more expensive packages.

A case in point is Ovation. Even though Ovation is included with Entertainment, the channel is not included with the more expensive Choice plan. Another example is Hallmark Mystery. Although included in both the cheapest (Entertainment) and most expensive (Premier) packages, it is not included with either Choice or Ultimate.

The takeaway here is that it is worth double-checking the package you are considering does include all of the channels you want before signing up, and especially if considering one of DirecTV Stream’s middle packages.

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