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Best Live TV Streaming Deals and Prices In September 2023

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Live TV streaming services like Hulu Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV routinely change the price of their plans and/or launch limited-time deals for new and existing customers. Knowing what’s available can help you find the best price on a live TV package.

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It is not only the cost that can change, as channel lineups are also subject to change at a moment’s notice. With the price and channels never guaranteed, it is always worth being aware of any live TV streaming promotions that are currently available.

Cheapest live TV plans in September 2023

Below is a summary of the cheapest plans currently available from each of the main live TV streaming services, along with the minimum number of channels, and any free trials that might be available.

Directv stream logo brand65+ channels$65/month*5-day free trialDirecTV Stream
Fubo new logo branding110 channels$75/month7-day free trialfuboTV
Hulu logo75+ channels$50/month*No free trialHulu Live TV
60+ channels$25/month7-day free trialPhilo
Sling TV updated logo30+ channels$20/month**3-day free trial
(select devices)
Sling TV
Vidgo logo110+ channels$20/month**No free trialVidgo
YouTube TV logo branding100+ channels$55/month*7-day free trialYouTube TV
*first 3 months, **first month

Since Sling TV launched in early 2015, the variety of live TV streaming services has increased greatly, resulting in more choice than ever before. At the same time, the cost of live TV streaming has steadily increased as well, and to the point where most base plans now hover around $70 per month.

That said, prices do vary wildly and there is a number of cheaper live TV services available. While these cheaper live TV options may prove perfect for some homes, others may need to shop around for the best deal on live TV.

Live TV deals and promotions in September

Switching between services on a regular basis can help to make sure you are always paying the lowest price possible. The services below are listed in alphabetical order, not in order of the cheapest price, or our experience with them.

DirecTV Stream

DirecTV Stream
Directv stream live guide$75+
75+ channels
20 streams (at home)
Unlimited DVR
Save $10/mo for 3 months

While DirecTV Stream is not the cheapest live TV streaming service around, the channel lineup may suit some homes better than others. It might also be a better option for homes already paying for premium networks, as a small selection are included for free for the first few months.

Deal 1: DirecTV Stream is currently offering new subscribers the option to save $30 over 3 months with a $10/month discount on any of its plans.

Deal 2: DirecTV Stream is offering free Max, Cinemax, Starz, Showtime, and MGM+ for three months with any live TV plan.

DirecTV Stream plans and prices

DirecTV StreamPrice (p/m)ChannelsPremium networks
(included)
Entertainment$74.99
$64.99*
75+Max*
Cinemax*
Showtime*
Starz*
MGM+*
Choice$99.99
$89.99*
105+Max*
Cinemax*
Showtime*
Starz*
MGM+*
Ultimate$109.99
$99.99*
140+Max*
Cinemax*
Showtime*
Starz*
MGM+*
Premier$154.99
$144.99*
150+Max
Cinemax
Showtime
Starz
MGM+*
*first 3 months, discount applied at checkout

Additional DirecTV Stream information

Fubo

Fubo
fuboTV live guide listings$75+ a month
160+ channels
10 streams
1000-hour DVR
7-day free trial

Fubo has always been more of a sports-focused live TV streaming service and this does mean that the channel lineup is likely to appeal even more to sports fans. Fubo also offers more than one plan to choose from, with each unlocking access to a different selection of channels.

Important: Fubo now charges a regional sports fee in various locations, increasing the base plan price by as much as $14 per month. The exact cost depends on the location and the number of available RSNs.

Deal 1: Fubo is currently offering an extended 14-day free trial to new users when signing up through its Chicago Sky landing page.

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Deal 2: Fubo is currently offering Spectrum customers the option to sign up to its Pro plan at just $56.24 a month for 2 months (25% off) or its Ultimate plan at just $69.99 a month for 2 months (30% off).

Deal 3: Fubo is currently offering an $8 discount on the first month of a Latino subscription, reducing the price down to $24.99 per month (usually $32.99/mo).

Fubo plans and prices

FuboPrice (p/m)ChannelsPremium networks
(included)
Pro$74.99142None
Elite$84.99204None
Premier$94.99213Showtime
Latino$32.99
$24.99*
47None
Prices subject to RSN fee, *1st month

Additional Fubo information

  • DVR: 1000 hours
  • Number of streams: 10 (home)
  • Premium networks: yes (add-ons)
  • Local channels and RSNs: select areas
  • Free trial: 7 days
  • Read more: Fubo TV review

Hulu Live TV

Hulu Live TV
Hulu LIve TV guide$70+ per month
85+ channels
2 streams
Unlimited DVR
Disney+ and ESPN+ included
$49.99/mo first 3 months

Hulu Live TV is one of the most popular live TV streaming services in the US, and partly thanks to its bundling approach. A Hulu Live TV subscription not only includes access to live TV plus the basic Hulu subscription, but also Disney+ Basic and ESPN+ subscriptions as well.

Deal: Hulu has currently dropped the price of its base live TV plan down to just $49.99 a month for the first 3 months, resulting in a saving of $20 a month.

Hulu Live TV plans and prices

HuluPrice (p/m)ChannelsPremium networks
(included)
Live TV only$68.9985+None
Base$69.99
$49.99*
85+Hulu (With Ads)
Disney+ Basic
ESPN+
Premium$82.9985+Hulu (No Ads)
Disney+ Premium
ESPN+
*first 3 months

Additional Hulu Live TV information

  • DVR: Unlimited
  • Number of streams: Unlimited (home)
  • Premium networks: yes (add-ons)
  • Local channels and RSNs: select areas
  • Free trial: none
  • Read more: Hulu Live TV review

Philo

Philo
Philo Live TV guide$25/month
70+ channels
3 streams
Unlimited DVR
Sign up

Philo has always positioned itself as an affordable live TV streaming service. While the upside is the price, the downside is consumers might not get all of the channels and networks they want or are used to getting. In spite of the fewer channels, Philo does offer good value for money overall, and comes with premium features that some services charge extra for.

Philo plans and prices

PhiloPrice (p/m)ChannelsPremium networks
(included)
Base$2570+None

Additional Philo information

  • DVR: unlimited
  • Number of streams: 3
  • Premium networks: yes (add-ons)
  • Local channels and RSNs: none
  • Free trial: 7 days
  • Read more: Philo TV review

Sling TV

Sling Blue
Sling TV new app
$40/month
40 channels
3 streams
50 hours DVR
50% Off Your First Month

Sling TV is one of the oldest live TV streaming services and many cord-cutters will already be familiar with what it has to offer and the channel lineup. For those new to Slinging, the service has always focused on price and keeping costs as low as possible.

Important: Sling TV now charges an ABC fee in certain locations, increasing the base plan price by $5 per month. Whether a home has to pay this fee depends on the plan, their location, and whether they have access to their local ABC station.

Deal 1: Sling TV is currently offering a 50% discount on the first month of Sling Orange or Sling Blue, bringing the price down to as low as $20. Alternatively, new users can get the first month of the combined Sling Orange & Blue plan for as little as $27.50.

Deal 2: Sling is also currently offering the option to get 5 months of Orange & Blue + Sports Extra from $274. Alternatively, get 5 months of Orange + Sports Extra or 5 months of Blue + Sports Extra from $199.

Deal 3: Sling TV is offering new subscribers a $10 discount on their first month and a free Amazon Fire Stick Lite streaming player when signing up.

Deal 4: Sling TV is offering one month of AMC Plus, MGM Plus, Starz, and Showtime for free to new users.

Sling TV plans and prices

Sling TVPrice (p/m)ChannelsPremium networks
(included)
Orange$40
$20*
31None
Blue$40
$20*
41None
Orange & Blue$55
$27.50*
47None
*1st month, subject to ABC fee

Additional Sling TV information

Vidgo

Vidgo
Vidgo live TV guide$69.99+ a month
110+ channels
3 streams
20 hours DVR
$20 first month

Vidgo is a live TV streaming service that caters to both English and Spanish-language viewers, and one of its main strengths is the channel lineup. Vidgo also offers more than one plan with each unlocking access to a different selection of channels.

Deal: Vidgo has dropped the price of all of its base plans down to just $20 for the first month. This deal results in a saving of between $19.99 and $79.99 a month, depending on the plan.

Vidgo plans and prices

VidgoPrice (p/m)ChannelsPremium networks
(included)
Plus$69.99
$20*
110+None
Premium$84.99
$20*
150+None
Ultimate$99.99
$20*
165+None
Vidgo Mas$39.99
$20*
45+None
*1st month

Additional Vidgo information

YouTube TV

YouTube TV
YouTube TV live guide listings$73 a month
100+ channels
3 streams
Unlimited DVR
$54.99/mo for 3 months

YouTube TV is currently the most popular live TV streaming service in the US. The base plan not only comes with a good selection of channels, but also an unlimited cloud DVR. In addition, YouTube TV provides access to some additional sports-related benefits, including NFL Sunday Ticket, in-game stats and key plays.

Deal 1: YouTube TV is currently offering an $18 monthly discount on the first 3 months, bringing the cost of its base live TV plan down to just $54.99 a month.

Deal 2: YouTube TV subscribers can currently save $50 on the cost of NFL Sunday Ticket or NFL Sunday Ticket with NFL RedZone.

YouTube TV plans and prices

YouTube TVPrice (p/m)ChannelsPremium networks
(included)
Base$72.99
$54.99*
100+None
Spanish$34.9930None
*first 3 months

Additional YouTube TV information

  • DVR: unlimited
  • Number of streams: 3 (upgrade available)
  • Premium networks: yes (add-ons)
  • Local channels and RSNs: select areas
  • Free trial: 7 days
  • Read more: YouTube TV review

Not sure which live TV service is best for you?

If you are still unsure of which live TV service to go with, it might be worth taking a closer look at some of the non-price differences to see if they can help narrow down the list.

For example, limitations of the cloud DVR or the number of simultaneous streams can affect the suitability of a live TV service, and especially for busier households where a subscription is likely to be shared between multiple people.

John Finn

By John Finn

John started Streaming Better to help consumers navigate the live TV streaming and subscription service landscape. John has been editing and writing about technology and streaming for online publications since 2014, and believes the best streaming approach is to rotate between services as needed.

John's preferred live TV streaming service right now is YouTube TV although he does tend to switch live TV services multiple times each year to keep up to date with their changes. Outside of live TV, John also actively streams HBO Max (for the shows), Peacock (for Premier League), and Paramount Plus (for Champion's League). However, John is also currently subscribed to Apple TV+, Discovery+, Hulu, Starz, Showtime, and Shudder.

Contact John via email at john@streamingbetter.com or say hi on Twitter

3 replies on “Best Live TV Streaming Deals and Prices In September 2023”

Hi Kevin,

YouTube TV only allows three people (devices) to watch at the same time. However, YouTube TV also offers a $19.99 per month 4K Plus add-on which makes it possible to stream on an unlimited number of devices (in the home) at the same time.

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