Best legal IPTV & live TV streaming services in Australia (2026)
3 licensed services stream live television in Australia over the internet, which is what IPTV means in practice. This page compares them on price, channels, sports rights, streams and contract terms, links to the free public-broadcaster apps, and explains what the law says about unlicensed subscriptions. No unlicensed provider is listed or recommended.
Services compared
| Plan | Monthly price | Channels | Sports rights | Simultaneous streams | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayo Sports Foxtel Group (DAZN) | from A$25 | All Fox Sports, ESPN, beIN Sports channels + Kayo-only streams | AFL, NRL | 3 | Occasional 7-day offers |
| Binge Foxtel Group (DAZN) | from A$10 | On-demand library + selected Foxtel live channels | None (Kayo is the sports service) | 4 | Occasional 7-day offers |
| Foxtel Now Foxtel Group (DAZN) | from A$25 | Foxtel channel packs streamed live | AFL, NRL, cricket with the Sport pack | 2 | Varies |
Prices and plans read from the official pricing page on 2026-10-12. They change often: confirm on the operator site before subscribing.
Who each service is for
Kayo Sports
Best for AFL, NRL and cricket fans who want every game without a Foxtel contract.
Binge
Best for HBO and Foxtel drama; add Kayo for sport and use 7plus, 9Now and 10 Play for live free-to-air.
Foxtel Now
Best for viewers who specifically want live Foxtel channels; otherwise buy Kayo and Binge separately.
Is IPTV legal here?
Licensed services such as Kayo, Binge, Foxtel Now and the free-to-air apps are legal. Unlicensed IPTV infringes the Copyright Act 1968, and the Federal Court routinely orders ISPs to block the services.
Is IPTV legal in Australia?Free legal live TV
- ABC iview
- SBS On Demand
- 7plus
- 9Now
How we compare
Every figure comes from the operator’s own pricing and help pages on the date shown, converted to monthly prices in the local currency. We rate on channel coverage, sports rights, streams per account, recording, device support and contract flexibility, and we re-check pages when operators announce changes.
Frequently asked questions
Is IPTV legal in Australia?
Licensed IPTV is legal; unlicensed subscriptions are not. The legality page linked on this page summarises the statute and enforcement in Australia.
What is the cheapest legal live-TV service in Australia?
The public-broadcaster apps are free. Among paid services, the lowest entry plan in this comparison is Kayo Sports; see the table for current prices.
Which service is best for sport in Australia?
Kayo Sports hold the main sports rights; the table lists what each carries.
What internet speed do I need?
10 Mbps per HD stream and 25 Mbps per 4K stream, with a wired or 5 GHz connection for the television that matters most.
Can I watch on several TVs?
Each service allows a set number of simultaneous streams (two to four for most); the table shows the limit per service.