Live TV Streaming Services Compared: YouTube TV vs Hulu Live vs Sling
A head-to-head comparison of the top live TV streaming services for cord-cutters who don't want to miss live sports, news, and events.
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Replacing Cable with Live TV Streaming
Live TV streaming services have matured significantly, offering channel lineups that rival traditional cable. YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV each take different approaches to pricing, channels, and features.
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YouTube TV: The Premium All-Rounder
YouTube TV offers over 100 channels including all major broadcast networks, ESPN, CNN, and regional sports networks. Unlimited cloud DVR storage with 9-month retention. At $72.99/month with six accounts, it's the most expensive but most complete.
Hulu + Live TV: Best Bundle Value
Over 90 live channels plus Hulu's on-demand library, Disney+, and ESPN+ included. Unlimited DVR at $76.99/month. The main drawback is a sometimes cluttered interface mixing live and on-demand content.
Sling TV: Budget-Friendly Choice
Smaller, affordable packages — Orange ($40/month) for ESPN/Disney, Blue ($40/month) for Fox/NBC, or combined for $55/month. DVR provides 50 hours free, upgradable to 200 hours for $5/month.
Channel Comparison
- ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX: YouTube TV and Hulu Live; Sling has FOX and NBC (Blue only)
- ESPN/ESPN2: All three services
- Regional Sports: YouTube TV and Hulu Live; Sling does not include
- CNN: All three
- NFL Network: YouTube TV, Hulu Live, Sling Blue
Which Should You Choose?
YouTube TV for the most comprehensive lineup and best DVR. Hulu + Live TV for the best bundle with Disney+ and ESPN+ included. Sling TV if you're budget-conscious and don't need full local coverage. Sports fans should lean toward YouTube TV or Hulu Live.
