DIRECTV STREAM Review 2023 [Is the Premium Service Worth it?]

It’s time for an updated DIRECTV STREAM review. The premium live TV streaming service is a popular cable replacement, but should you get it?

If you’re looking for a near cable-like experience, DIRECTV STREAM has lots of popular channels, from sought-after sports networks, to plenty of entertainment and lifestyle. It also has loads of helpful features.

However, it comes at a steep price and may sacrifice much of the savings you netted from cutting the cord.

Watch our new DIRECTV STREAM review video to learn more about what’s new to the service and see whether it’s worth the cost.

Quick Jump Sections:
0:00 - DIRECTV STREAM review
0:44 - DIRECTV STREAM cost and packages
1:08 - What channels do you get with DIRECTV STREAM?
2:23 - Included features
4:41 - DIRECTV STREAM user experience
9:30 - DIRECTV STREAM vs. the competition
10:44 - Bottom line

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[FrugalRules]

Where is one area you think DIRECTV STREAM can improve?

[johnjett]

I have DirecTV stream and think it's very nice! I work Very hard for my money and I am not going to deprive myself of things that I want. You cannot save all your money in the world We live in today. Nobody's next day is guaranteed. I'm not going out being a penny pincher.

[gwr]

Great Video! I have looked at many of the streaming services such as DirectV, YouTube, Apple, Fudu, etc. I chose Directv for the following reason. As senior citizens, my wife and I wanted something as close to cable as we could get without a huge learning curve. It also has unlimited DVR (with the upgrade), and includes local news channels, local sports networks etc. In addition, we are not movie watchers and many of the other services seem to emphasize, the movies networks. It may be more costly than other services, but it still saves us more than $100.00 for television. YouTube TV does not include RFD-TV, UP-TV, or Reelz. - a deal breaker.

[mymax]

I have been using YouTube TV four years now and very happy with it.

[darensweeney]

Thanks for your comprehensive review. Although DIRECTV Stream is expensive as a streaming service, it's actually cheap compared to those of us who have the satellite version of DIRECTV. My bills with the satellite version run between $180-$220, and I have only 1 premium channel. I can watch DIRECTV Stream on multiple TVs, while the satellite version requires a receiver box (and an additional charge) with each TV. DIRECTV also has MASN, a regional sports network that no other streaming service has. So, while I agree that DIRECTV is over-priced compared to other services, for me, it decreases my bill by 50%.

[thedude]

I was using Sling for several years. I was even a beta tester for them. After they started raising prices more and more and the fact I had all of the channel packages with them I switched to Directv Stream. I like how I actually get all locals, the picture is far better and I really haven't had any issues with it. I'm not happy about the price, but the highest tier honestly costs at much as my local cable company without any premium channels. I'll stick with it for the time being.

[ikielight]

It is more expensive, but what I like about Directv Stream is that you are allowed 3 simultaneous streams outside of your home which includes 2 tv's, I can watch Directv Stream at work and at our vacation home on tv's. Other platforms only allows this on mobile devices.

[Fausto]

DIRECTV STREAM added 4k channels this week, their picture quality is superior than the competition, price is only $2 more expensive than YTTV and has 3 of my favorites channels that YTTV dont have REELZ, A&E and history.

[steveboyd]

I have Directv Satellite. I get Directv Stream on my all my Roku devices (8) . Doesn't cost me any extra. We have another property 350 miles away. When we go there, I have the same service I have at home location. With hulu, I would have to set up another account and pay .

[JimNuccioNC]

That was one of the most comprehensive and well presented reviews I have seen. Thanks for sharing all your research!

[GammerThumbs]

Been with Dtv stream for two years. The choice plan is pricey but i prefer it to fubo. I was offered a Gemini air to keep for beta testing. That being said i think they are dumb in thinking most people are going to pay $15 a month for the first dongle and $10 for the ones after that. I would jusf buy more rokus.

[provost]

I've still got Uverse and its expensive. I want to keep ATT mainly because if I keep my phone internet and TV through ATT my internet is 25$ a month for life. Even though this is a little pricey I will go with it because it will save me money over all. Thanks for the video, it was very helpful.

[mikecavallo]

Love the review! I do have DirecTV Stream because Dish dropped my RSN and it was either DirecTV Stream or Fubo. Fubo however doesn't have the Turner Networks. I do love the user interface and the DVR. I was paying almost $200 for Dish, so the $100 choice package I have is a lot lower than what I was paying with Dish. The quality of stream, I believe; is excellent. I did have Funo for a few months and although it is cheaper I couldn't live without the Turner Networks, especially for the sports. Not sure what the future holds for my RSN, as Warner/Discovery said they are getting out of the RSN business. Where my RSN lands will depend if I stay with DirecTV Stream. Until then I have little choice. Keep up the great work!

[elenaarizona]

I appreciate your review. I especially like that you showed me what it’s like to use.

[saraibucciarelli]

I pay $69.99 for Directv Stream because its bundled with my phone and Internet. I like eas of use, but hate the price.

[louisd]

In my opinion, because of the price, it would best for them to compete in areas where wired cable is not available, and where antenna recepion is scarce. It has nice features, but so does YTTV, and Sling, which cost less to subscribe to.

[danram]

1:58 NFL Network is available...for the Choice Package. In my area atleast which is Los Angeles.

[illseed]

After having Frontier, formally known as Verzion Fios, DTV Stream is cheaper by a long shot. Plus I enjoy the cable like layout. It’s in my comfort zone . And I’m getting what I’m paying for instead of higher prices and less channels, . As with frontier when they raised prices and got rid of channels. Thanks for the review

[TonysMusic]

Got the 5 day trial last night. Using a roku and t-mobile home internet. Had a major lag between audio and video. Hopefully a setting on my gateway can fix it.

[Dan-jqlh]

Keep in mind when you get the ultimate package you were still be in charge for the premium services. I can Curtis with them themselves and I wasn’t happy which is why I am looking for other options. Currently I have had DIRECTV stream for over a year as well. Today has been held to deal with DIRECTV Stream. I have been trying to consistently ask them to see about give me a better option as far as to better pricing as far as to getting better and Customer, service by far and ones who know what you’re talking about their whole times are tremendous. When you get a hold of somebody, they want to downplay you and trying to talk to you like you don’t know what you’re talking about when they are the ones who are actually clueless. I have been looking around for other options currently unfortunately I am stuck with DIRECTV stream.