As Shoppers Cut Back on Spending, Live TV Streaming Services Aim to Attract Subscribers with Up to 70 Percent Off

Cord-cutters have a wealth of options in the streaming age.

By the end of 2024, YouTube TV increased its prices, prompting live TV subscribers to scrutinize online cable substitutes in search of the best value for their streaming investment. Meanwhile, streaming services are eagerly catering to potential customers’ wallets: DirecTV has introduced no-obligation plans and recently unveiled Genre Packs priced at $34.99 per month, complementing its existing Signature Packages that offer a broader range of options starting from $79.99 monthly.

At a Glance: The Best Live TV Streaming Deals

  • DirecTV: Free five-day trial, save $30 off first month for Choice plans and up
  • Fubo: Free seven-day trial
  • Hulu + Live TV: Free three-day trial
  • Philo: Free seven-day trial
  • Sling: Save up to 50 percent off first month

More of the Best Deals on Streaming Services

  • Apple TV+: Free seven-day trial
  • Peacock: First year for $24.99 (nearly 70 percent off)
  • Prime Video: Free 30-day trial
  • Paramount+ with Showtime: Free seven-day trial
  • Starz: First three months for $3/mo.

YouTube’s monthly subscription previously costing $82.99 now matches the price of Hulu + Live TV, providing access not only to various local and national news, entertainment, and sports channels but also ESPN+ and Disney+. Other top live TV streaming services like Sling, starting at $45.99 per month, offer around 30-40 channels, while Fubo, with plans starting at $84.99 and up, provides over 200 channels.

Nonetheless, certain streaming platforms persist in increasing their subscription fees – despite attracting new users through bundle deals and ad-inclusive packages. For instance, Netflix bumped up its prices by $1 to $2 earlier this year, Discovery+ now costs a dollar more per month, and Peacock from NBCUniversal increased its monthly fee by $2 last year before the Paris Olympics.

Moving forward, “The Hollywood Reporter” has compiled an informative guide covering the top TV streaming services tailored for all cord-cutters. Continue reading to uncover the finest subscription plans for each live TV streamer, their channel lineups, the number of profiles or concurrent streams they allow, what’s available where, and additional details. Please note that channels and promotions may differ based on location; contact each service directly to confirm final offerings and pricing.

If you’re on the hunt for top-notch streaming bargains, we’ve got you covered! We’ve added current promotions for Peacock, Prime Video, and other video-on-demand services. For now, we’ve left out Netflix and similar companies that don’t currently have sales or free trials available.

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2025-05-15 22:25