Our Experts Written by Ty Pendlebury David Katzmaier Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement How we test What to consider Channel lineup Live TV streaming services may offer different packages and add-ons for viewers, but you want to ensure you can watch your local channels along with cable networks and on-demand videos. Not every service provides access to local programming (like PBS, ABC or NBC), sports or channels you'd typically find on cable and satellite TV. Compare channel lineups before choosing. Price You can choose a streaming service subscription that aligns with your budget, and there are multiple services available. Prices range from $25 to over $100 per month, depending on what you want. When considering costs, review the channel selection, cloud DVR abilities, price of premium add-ons, and how many devices you can stream on simultaneously. Simultaneous streams Take note of how many screens you can watch at a time. For example, YouTube TV allows you to stream on three devices at once, while Hulu grants you two, with the option to pay extra for more screens. Look for platform offerings that fit your household's needs. Table of Contents If you're looking to cut the cable cord this year, then live TV streaming services offer a convenient way to watch live TV without a contract. These are cable TV replacements and, unlike typical on-demand services like Netflix, are designed to let you easily channel surf and access a live channel lineup. You can watch sports, news broadcasts, primetime TV shows and more, or opt to record it all and watch later. All you need is a phone, streaming device or a smart TV. Our Picks Best budget live TV service Sling TV Blue View details $40 at Sling TV View details Best live service with premium bundle Hulu Plus Live TV View details $83 at Hulu View details Best channel selection YouTube TV View details $83 at YouTube TV View details Best for channel flippers, sports fans DirecTV Stream View details $87 at DirecTV View details Table of Contents What's the best live TV streaming service overall?Our two top choices in this category are Hulu Plus Live TV and the budget-friendly Sling TV. Sling's Blue package carries a large variety of basic channels at an affordable price, and Hulu's live offerings include a Disney streaming bundle. Each service provides a user-friendly layout along with a blend of live channels with unlimited DVR and on-demand content. Beyond those two, all of the cancel-anytime live TV bundles we've evaluated on this list give you the ability to watch local and national news as well aslive sportsand events. Whichever you choose, you can stream live channels such as CNN, NBC, ESPN and Fox on a host of different devices. It's easy to get started. You don't even need a technician to stop by your home.Best live TV streaming services of 2025 Photo Gallery 1/1 $40 at Sling TV