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.
It is not only the cost that often changes, with channel lineups 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 service deals that are currently available.
Below is a summary of the cheapest plans in March 2023 for all of the main live TV streaming services, along with the minimum number of channels and any free trials that are currently available.
Cheapest live TV plans March 2023:
 | 65+ channels | $75/month | 5-day free trial | DirecTV Stream |
 | 110 channels | $75/month* | 7-day free trial | fuboTV |
 | 75+ channels | $70/month | No free trial | Hulu Live TV |
 | 60+ channels | $25/month | 7-day free trial | Philo |
 | 30+ channels | $20** 1st month | No free trial | Sling TV |
 | 110+ channels | $65/month | No free trial | Vidgo |
 | 100+ channels | $63/month for 3 months | 7-day free trial | YouTube TV |
| *excluding RSN fee, **excluding ABC fee | ||||
Since Sling TV first launched in early 2015, the selection of services offering access to live TV channels over the internet has increased greatly, providing consumers with more choice than ever before. However, the cost of live TV streaming has also been steadily increasing over time as well. Right now, most base live TV plans tend to hover around the $60-$70 price per month.
That’s not to say consumers will end up paying a minimum of $60 each month for live TV, as the prices do vary greatly. In fact, there are cheaper live TV services available and some homes may find that their channel lineups and features are right for their needs.
For others, it might be a matter of simply looking for the best deal on live TV at the time, and switching services on a regular basis to ensure they are always paying the lowest price possible.
Deals and promotions: March 2023
Below are some additional details that consumers might want to know before signing up to a live TV service. For example, any major limitations on the cloud DVR or the number of simultaneous streams, both of which can affect how suitable a particular live TV service is for an individual or households where multiple people are sharing the same subscription.
For reference, the services below are listed in alphabetical order, not in order of the cheapest price or the best service.
DirecTV Stream
Formerly AT&T TV, DirecTV Stream offers a selection of no-contract live TV plans for consumers to choose from. While DirecTV Stream is not the cheapest live TV streaming service around, the channel lineup may suit some homes better than others, as DirecTV Stream does tend to come with a greater number of channels overall.
DirecTV Stream might also be a better option for any homes already paying for select premium networks, considering some high profile services are included at no extra cost for the first few months.
Deal 1: DirecTV Stream is currently offering $10 off the monthly price for 12 months when purchasing a DirecTV Stream Device with any live TV plan. The discount is automatically applied at checkout.
Deal 2: DirecTV Stream is currently offering three months of HBO Max, Cinemax, Starz, Showtime, and MGM+ with any live TV plan, resulting in a saving of up to $160 per month. Unless canceled, all of these premium add-ons will automatically renew at their usual monthly rate after the first three months.
| Plan | Price (p/m) | Channels | Premium networks (included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entertainment | $74.99 | 75+ | HBO Max, Cinemax, Showtime, Starz, MGM+* |
| Choice | $99.99 | 105+ | HBO Max, Cinemax, Showtime, Starz, MGM+* |
| Ultimate | $109.99 | 140+ | HBO Max, Cinemax, Showtime, Starz, MGM+* |
| Premier | $154.99 | 150+ | HBO Max, Cinemax, Showtime, Starz, MGM+* |
Additional DirecTV Stream information:
- DVR: Unlimited
- Number of streams: 20 (at home), 3 (outside)
- Premium networks: yes (via add-ons)
- Local channels and RSNs: select areas
- Free trial: 5 days
fuboTV
fuboTV has always been more of a sports-focused live TV streaming service and this evidently means that the channel lineup is likely to specifically appeal to sports fans. However, it is not solely a sports service, so many households will find the overall experience suitable for their live TV needs. fuboTV does also offer more than one plan to choose from, with the price, selection of channels, cloud DVR hours, and the number of simultaneous streams all affected.
Note: fuboTV now charges an regional sports fee in various locations which could increase the cost of a base plan by as much as $14 per month. The exact price a subscriber pays on top of a plan depends on their location and number of available RSNs.
DEAL: fuboTV is currently offering an $8 discount on the first month of a Latino subscription. After the first month, subscribers will automatically be billed $32.99 per month unless the subscription is canceled. Alternatively, new subscribers can sign up and prepay for three months to lock in the lower rate for all three months.
| Plan | Price (p/m) | Channels | Premium networks (included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pro | $74.99 | 142 | None |
| Elite | $84.99 | 204 | None |
| Premier | $94.99 | 213 | Showtime |
| Latino | $24.99* | 47 | None |
Additional fuboTV information:
- DVR: up to 1000 hours
- Number of streams: 10 at home
- Premium networks: yes (via add-ons)
- Local channels and RSNs: select areas
- Free trial: 7 days
Hulu Live TV
Hulu Live TV is one of the most popular live TV streaming services in the US. One of the reasons for this is Hulu’s approach of bundling services. Previously, Hulu Live TV only offered access to live TV plus the basic Hulu subscription. However, it also now comes with Disney+ Basic and ESPN+ subscriptions as well. These additional subscriptions can make the overall monthly cost much cheaper for any households that are already paying separately for live TV and these additional services.
| Plan | Price (p/m) | Channels | Premium networks (included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live TV only | $68.99 | 85+ | None |
| Standard | $69.99 | 85+ | Hulu (With Ads), Disney+ Basic, ESPN+ |
| Premium | $82.99 | 85+ | Hulu (No Ads), Disney+ (No Ads), ESPN+ |
Additional Hulu Live TV information:
- DVR: Unlimited
- Number of streams: Unlimited (at home), 3 (away from home)
- Premium networks: yes (via add-ons)
- Local channels and RSNs: select areas
- Free trial: none
Philo
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 some premium features that other services charge extra for each month. Most notably, an unlimited cloud DVR at no additional cost.
| Plan | Price (p/m) | Channels | Premium networks (included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $25 | 70+ | None |
Additional Philo information:
- DVR: unlimited
- Number of streams: 3
- Premium networks: yes (via add-ons)
- Local channels and RSNs: none
- Free trial: 7 days
Sling TV
Considering Sling TV is one of the original live TV streaming services, 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 been a price-conscious live TV solution. Sling TV does what it can to keep prices as low as possible. While this does mean that the base selection of channels is more limited than with some other services, Sling TV does offer plenty of add-ons to build out a more substantial package, albeit at a higher price each month.
Note: Sling TV now charges an ABC fee in certain locations which increases the price of a base plan by $5 per month. Whether a home has to pay this fee on top of their base plan depends on their location and access to their local ABC station.
Deal 1: Sling TV is currently offering new users a 50% discount on their first month. The discount can be applied to either the Sling Orange, Sling Blue, or the combined Sling Orange & Blue package.
| Plan | Price (p/m) | Channels | Premium networks (included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | $20* | 31 | None |
| Blue | $20* | 41 | None |
| Orange & Blue | $27.50* | 47 | None |
Deal 2: Sling TV is offering new customers a free Fire TV Stick Lite and $15 off their first month when signing up to any of Sling TV’s live TV packages.
Deal 3: Sling TV is currently offering one month of MGM Plus and Showtime to new users. These additional subscriptions can be added when signing up to any Sling TV plan and will auto-renew at their usual rate after the first month unless removed.
Additional Sling TV information:
- DVR: 50 hours (200 for $5/month)
- Number of streams: 1 (Orange), 3 (Blue)
- Premium networks: yes (via add-ons)
- Local channels and RSNs: select areas
- Free trial: none
Vidgo
Vidgo is a newer live TV streaming service and is designed to cater to both English and Spanish-speaking viewers. In addition to the channels, the service looks to differentiate itself by offering a social-based experience that you won’t find with any other service. For example, the mobile apps allow subscribers to chat in groups with each other while watching live shows and events.
| Plan | Price (p/m) | Channels | Premium networks (included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plus | $64.95 | 110+ | None |
| Premium | $79.95 | 150+ | None |
| Ultimate | $99.95 | 165+ | None |
| Vidgo Mas | $39.95 | 45+ | None |
Additional Vidgo information:
- DVR: 20 hours
- Number of streams: 3
- Premium networks: no
- Local channels and RSNs: select areas
- Free trial: none
YouTube TV
YouTube TV is another hugely popular live TV service in the US. One of the reasons for its popularity is the service’s focus on features. The base plan not only comes with a good selection of channels, but also provides an unlimited cloud DVR to each person using the same subscription. YouTube TV also offers some additional sports-related benefits that some will appreciate, including in-game stats and key plays, making it a good option for sports fans in general.
Deal: YouTube TV is currently offering a discount of $10 per month for the first three months. This brings the cost of the base subscription down to $54.99 per month for each of the first three months. Subscribers will automatically be charged the higher monthly rate once the discounted period comes to an end.
| Plan | Price (p/m) | Channels | Premium networks (included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $54.99* | 100+ | None |
Additional YouTube TV information:
- DVR: unlimited
- Number of streams: 3 (unlimited at home for $20 p/m)
- Premium networks: yes (via add-ons)
- Local channels and RSNs: select areas
- Free trial: 7 days
3 replies on “Live TV Streaming Prices And Deals: March 2023”
About YouTube TV; can you explain what it means where it says 3 streams, unlimited at home for $20/ month?
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.
All of these tv services are a rip off. Get an antenna and receive 100s of channels for free.