The Ultimate Guide to Live TV Streaming Services in 2025!

I've helped thousands of people cut the cable TV cord since 2016. This video compares every major live TV streaming option available right now.
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0:00 Major Live TV Streaming Services Compared
1:11 YouTube TV
2:42 Hulu Plus Live TV
4:36 DIRECTV STREAM
7:05 Sling TV
8:07 Fubo TV
9:32 Philo and Frndly TV
10:10 How I’m Saving Money on TV Services

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[MichaelSaves]

Thanks for watching! If you found this video helpful, please share it with a friend who is new to cutting the cord.

[markhabeck]

Thanks always good to hear your updates so far we like You-tube tv but always open to new things.

[derrickgoodman]

I'm going into a month now with yttv and couldn't be happier. Saving an average of $80 from a cable bill that was over $250 /month. Not being able to delete single episodes and not getting MASN is kinda a bummer, though . I would gladly trade Monumental sports? For MASN in the DMV area. Not sure why monumental sports networks are even on yttv.

[smark]

I have YTTV. At first, the inability to DVR only new episodes and delete old ones bothered me. But now it's a non-issue, especially with unlimited storage.

[brandonalba]

I have Disney+, YouTube TV, ESPN+, and Paramount+

[sunshinegypsea]

I received an email last night & sling is going up to $46/mo starting Dec! I’m on the blue plan

[peterbrook]

I wish Fubo had HDTV, my favorite channel.

[jedlevron]

For me Hulu live includes MLB network, and ESPN plus for college baseball. I liked the interface better on YouTube TV though.

[loupigeonstimeflies]

You should bring this issue up to viewers to see if I'm the only one with this issue. Again cloud dvr is scheduled to record for example at 5pm today but after 6 pm it still says scheduled to record not allowing you to watch the scheduled recording.

[louiswomble]

Thank you for so much valuable info. I do have a question tho, would streaming YouTube tv work best with TMobile 5G $40 a month where it sometimes lags due to weather or Spectrum internet $80 a month but with more stability. Thank you!

[greigbarker]

its a good deal but you should remeber whatever you choose you need also add the price of internet on top of whatever streaming service or services you get.

[cbungaro]

I have both cable and most streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, Disney etc. I also have just about every movie channel with my cable service as well. I have been exploring the different live streaming services to determine if cutting cable makes sense.

So let’s assume I picked one of the better live streaming services and added all of the movie channels via streaming I now only get with cable. Let’s also assume that price was close to the same. One question that I have trouble finding the answer to is whether picture quality for live TV would be as good with the streaming services as it is with cable. I always thought it would be better, but that’s based on watching 4K movies and shows on, say, Netflix or Amazon Prime. But I’m less certain whether the picture quality (my primary concern) would be equal to or better for, say, a regional sports network like SNY? My main viewing is on an 85 inch 4K TV. Thoughts?

[shadycnetwork]

Hey I'm new to your channel I just want to say I found your video both entertaining and informative. It surprises me so many people love YouTube tv. It really is super expensive. I'm like you, I'm all about the deals lol.

[tomconrad]

Any insight on who will carry Chicago Sports Network for local Bulls, Blackhawk?? Thanks!

[factsdontmatter]

I had YouTube Tv but canceled it when they dropped MLB channel and raised prices. I use Prime Video with MLB and NBA channels. I’m good. I also have Samsung’s live channels for free. I do miss ESPN.

[bv]

What is the streaming service that allows the most live streams? I have 8 TVs in my house.

[factsdontmatter]

I had Directv satellite service for 24 years. I had to get my roof replaced so the roofers took down the dish. They placed it where they thought it was. I called Directv to get it dialed back to the satellite. They wanted me to pay for the service. I told them I had been a customer that had paid for their premium service for 24 years. She said no. I told her the dish was useless without being pointed. I reminded her of all the streaming services and to cancel. I get please comeback letters almost daily.

[czalways]

We have had direct Tv for 24 years. Yep 24 YEARS Kids are all out this week.. getting rid of boxes ..
looks like we are keeping one box . Just better off
Then the other options ..

[phillipjames]

Sling TV Blue and Orange with an antenna is the way to go!

[namelessfrce]

Does direct tv stream allow watching on gaming consoles?