Binge vs Foxtel Now (2026)
Binge and Foxtel Now are both licensed live-TV services in Australia. This comparison lines up their current plans, channel line-ups, sports rights, simultaneous streams, recording and contract terms so you can pick the one that fits how you watch.
Side by side
| Binge | Foxtel Now | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | from A$10/month (Basic (with ads)) | from A$25/month (Essentials pack) |
| Channels | On-demand library + selected Foxtel live channels | Foxtel channel packs streamed live |
| Sports rights | None (Kayo is the sports service) | AFL, NRL, cricket with the Sport pack |
| Simultaneous streams | 4 | 2 |
| Recording / DVR | Not applicable | None |
| Free trial | Occasional 7-day offers | Varies |
| Contract | None | None |
| 4K | Yes | No |
Prices and plans read from the official pricing page on 2026-10-12. They change often: confirm on the operator site before subscribing.
Price
Binge
| Plan | Monthly price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Basic (with ads) | from A$10 /month | 1 screen |
| Standard | from A$19 /month | 2 screens, Full HD |
| Premium | from A$22 /month | 4 screens, 4K |
Prices and plans read from the official pricing page on 2026-10-12. They change often: confirm on the operator site before subscribing. Price not shown on the official page when checked; figure from the last public price list.
Foxtel Now
| Plan | Monthly price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Essentials pack | from A$25 /month | Pop and Lifestyle channels |
| Sport pack | from A$29 /month | add-on |
| Movies pack | from A$20 /month | add-on |
Prices and plans read from the official pricing page on 2026-10-12. They change often: confirm on the operator site before subscribing. Price not shown on the official page when checked; figure from the last public price list.
Channels and sports
Binge
- None (Kayo is the sports service)
Foxtel Now
- AFL, NRL, cricket with the Sport pack
Streams, recording and devices
Binge
Simultaneous streams: 4 · Recording / DVR: Not applicable
Foxtel Now
Simultaneous streams: 2 · Recording / DVR: None
Verdict
Binge is the cheaper way to the HBO catalogue; Foxtel Now adds the live Foxtel channels at a higher price.
Switching or combining
Both services are contract-free on their monthly plans, so you can run Binge for one season and Foxtel Now for the next, or hold both during the months when their sports rights overlap. Cancel from the account page; there is no equipment to return.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Binge or Foxtel Now?
Compare the first plan of each in the table above; the cheaper headline price is only half the answer because streams, recording and sports add-ons differ.
Which has more sport, Binge or Foxtel Now?
Binge: None (Kayo is the sports service). Foxtel Now: AFL, NRL, cricket with the Sport pack. Rights move between seasons, so check the current schedule.
Can I subscribe to both Binge and Foxtel Now?
Yes. Both sell monthly plans without a contract, so many households keep one all year and add the other for a specific season.
Which supports more simultaneous streams?
Binge: 4. Foxtel Now: 2.
Do Binge and Foxtel Now work on the same devices?
Largely yes: Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Samsung & LG TVs for Binge; Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Samsung & LG TVs for Foxtel Now.