Kayo Sports vs Foxtel Now (2026)
Kayo Sports 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
| Kayo Sports | Foxtel Now | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | from A$25/month (Kayo One) | from A$25/month (Essentials pack) |
| Channels | All Fox Sports, ESPN, beIN Sports channels + Kayo-only streams | Foxtel channel packs streamed live |
| Sports rights | AFL, NRL, Cricket (BBL, internationals) | AFL, NRL, cricket with the Sport pack |
| Simultaneous streams | 3 | 2 |
| Recording / DVR | None (catch-up and highlights) | 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
Kayo Sports
| Plan | Monthly price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Kayo One | from A$25 /month | 1 stream |
| Kayo Basic | from A$25 /month | 2 streams |
| Kayo Premium | from A$35 /month | 3 streams |
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
Kayo Sports
- AFL
- NRL
- Cricket (BBL, internationals)
- F1
- Supercars
- NBA
- NFL
- Premier League (beIN)
Foxtel Now
- AFL, NRL, cricket with the Sport pack
Streams, recording and devices
Kayo Sports
Simultaneous streams: 3 · Recording / DVR: None (catch-up and highlights)
Foxtel Now
Simultaneous streams: 2 · Recording / DVR: None
Verdict
Kayo is cheaper and built for sport; Foxtel Now only wins if you want live Foxtel entertainment channels too.
Switching or combining
Both services are contract-free on their monthly plans, so you can run Kayo Sports 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, Kayo Sports 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, Kayo Sports or Foxtel Now?
Kayo Sports: AFL, NRL, Cricket (BBL, internationals). Foxtel Now: AFL, NRL, cricket with the Sport pack. Rights move between seasons, so check the current schedule.
Can I subscribe to both Kayo Sports 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?
Kayo Sports: 3. Foxtel Now: 2.
Do Kayo Sports and Foxtel Now work on the same devices?
Largely yes: Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Samsung & LG TVs for Kayo Sports; Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Samsung & LG TVs for Foxtel Now.