Cheapest live TV streaming services in Australia (2026)
Ranked by the lowest monthly plan read from each official page on 2026-10-12, this is every licensed live-TV service in Australia from cheapest to most expensive, with what the entry plan leaves out so a low price does not turn into a second subscription.
Cheapest first
Binge from A$10/month
Best for HBO and Foxtel drama; add Kayo for sport and use 7plus, 9Now and 10 Play for live free-to-air.
Simultaneous streams: 4 · Recording / DVR: Not applicable · Free trial: Occasional 7-day offers
Kayo Sports from A$25/month
Best for AFL, NRL and cricket fans who want every game without a Foxtel contract.
Simultaneous streams: 3 · Recording / DVR: None (catch-up and highlights) · Free trial: Occasional 7-day offers
Foxtel Now from A$25/month
Best for viewers who specifically want live Foxtel channels; otherwise buy Kayo and Binge separately.
Simultaneous streams: 2 · Recording / DVR: None · Free trial: Varies
Services compared
| Plan | Monthly price | Simultaneous streams | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kayo Sports | from A$25/month | 3 | Occasional 7-day offers |
| Binge | from A$10/month | 4 | Occasional 7-day offers |
| Foxtel Now | from A$25/month | 2 | Varies |
Free legal live TV
- ABC iview: ABC TV, ABC News and ABC Kids live.
- SBS On Demand: SBS live channels, Tour de France, FIFA World Cup and international football.
- 7plus: Seven network live, including AFL matches on Seven and the Olympics.
- 9Now: Nine live, NRL on Nine, Australian Open tennis.
- 10 Play: Network 10 live, A-League on 10 Bold.
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 Binge; 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.