Live TV streaming compared.
YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, and Gloam. Real prices, real channel counts, and who each one actually fits. No fake winner ribbons.
- YouTube TV
- $82.99
- Hulu Live
- $89.99
- Sling entry
- $45.99
- Gloam from
- $13.99
~100 channels
~95 channels
~35-45 channels
47,000+ channels
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Who each service fits.
Cable replacer
All US networks, local channels, good DVR, no contract.
YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV
Budget conscious
Cheaper monthly, main networks, not every channel.
Sling Orange or Blue ($45.99)
Sports family
Maximum sports channels, large simultaneous streams.
Fubo
Expat / international
Home country channels, international sport, reasonable price.
Gloam
Hulu subscriber
One bill for live and on-demand.
Hulu + Live TV (includes Disney+ and ESPN+)
Single viewer, ESPN only
Lowest price with ESPN.
Sling Orange ($45.99)
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YouTube TV $82.99/mo/mo
Who it is for
Cable replacement. Best for households wanting every major network, local channels, and the best cloud DVR.
Watch it for
- +NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL on national networks
- +Local broadcast channels (most markets)
- +NFL Sunday Ticket (add-on)
Specs
Channels: ~100
DVR: Unlimited (9 mo)
Streams: 3 simultaneous
Contract: None
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Hulu + Live TV $89.99/mo/mo
Who it is for
Best if you already have Hulu for on-demand. Live TV and Hulu on-demand in one bill.
Watch it for
- +ESPN and ABC sports
- +Good local channel coverage
- +Disney+ and ESPN+ bundled at $89.99
Specs
Channels: ~95
DVR: Unlimited (w/ ads)
Streams: 2 simultaneous
Contract: None
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Sling Orange $45.99/mo/mo
Who it is for
Budget pick. Best for single-viewer households that mainly watch ESPN and basic cable.
Watch it for
- +ESPN and ESPN2
- +CNN, MSNBC
- +HGTV, Food Network
Specs
Channels: ~35
DVR: 50 hrs
Streams: 1 simultaneous
Contract: None
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Sling Blue $45.99/mo/mo
Who it is for
Budget pick with Fox Sports and NBC. Better for group households than Orange.
Watch it for
- +NBC, Fox, Fox Sports 1/2
- +Local channels (some markets)
- +Three simultaneous streams
Specs
Channels: ~45
DVR: 50 hrs
Streams: 3 simultaneous
Contract: None
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Fubo $84.99/mo/mo
Who it is for
Sports-focused households. Most channels, best DVR, strong international sports coverage.
Watch it for
- +Broadest sports channel count
- +Golf Channel, FS1/2, beIN Sports, TUDN
- +10 simultaneous streams on base plan
Specs
Channels: ~185
DVR: 1,000 hrs
Streams: 10 simultaneous
Contract: None
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Gloam From $13.99/mo/mo
Who it is for
International viewers, expat households, and price-conscious cord-cutters who want sports and international channels.
Watch it for
- +International channels (100+ countries)
- +Sports from multiple regions and leagues
- +Competitive pricing vs vMVPDs
Specs
Channels: 47,000+
DVR: Plan dependent
Streams: Plan dependent
Contract: None
For a full price breakdown with the hidden fees table, see the IPTV pricing comparison. For sports coverage by league, see the sports streaming guide.
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FAQ
Which live TV streaming service is best in 2026?
There is no single best. YouTube TV is the best match-cable replacement. Sling is the best for budget-conscious watchers. Gloam is the best for international coverage and lower price. Fubo leads on sports channel count.
Does YouTube TV have NFL Sunday Ticket?
Yes. YouTube TV offers NFL Sunday Ticket as a paid add-on. The Sunday Ticket package is separate from the base $82.99 subscription and adds considerably to the cost.
Can I get local channels on streaming services?
YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV include local ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox affiliates in most markets. Sling Blue includes NBC and Fox in most markets; Sling Orange includes ABC in fewer. Coverage varies by ZIP code.
Is there a live TV service with no contract and unlimited DVR?
YouTube TV offers unlimited cloud DVR with a 9-month storage window, and no contract. Hulu + Live TV offers unlimited cloud DVR (with ads unless you pay for the ad-free tier). Both are month-to-month.
What is the best vMVPD for sports?
Fubo carries the most sports channels by raw count and includes many international sports networks. YouTube TV has the broadest major US sports coverage including NFL Sunday Ticket as an add-on. For international football specifically, Gloam or Fubo both cover multiple leagues.
Start watching on Gloam
47,000+ live channels, plans from $13.99/mo. Cancel anytime from your account.
Last reviewed 2026-07-09. Prices and laws change; check the cited sources before you decide.