Crave review 2026
Bell Media · crave.ca
Crave is Canada’s HBO. It is an on-demand service rather than a live-TV bundle, which is why it appears on IPTV searches: people want the prestige catalogue that cable bundled with movie packs. Pair it with CBC Gem and an antenna for live television.
Plans and prices
| Plan | Monthly price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Basic (with ads) | from CA$9.99 /month | |
| Standard | from CA$14.99 /month | |
| Premium | from CA$22.99 /month | ad-free, 4K, 4 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.
Key facts
Main channels
Sports rights
- None (TSN is sold separately)
Supported devices
Strengths
- Only Canadian home of HBO and Max originals
- Cheap ad-supported tier
- 4K on Premium
Weaknesses
- Not a live-TV service: no local or news channels
- Starz is an add-on
- Ad tier has limited resolution
Verdict
Best for HBO, Showtime and Canadian originals; not a replacement for live channels.
Plans and prices
Frequently asked questions
How much does Crave cost per month?
Basic (with ads): CA$9.99, Standard: CA$14.99, Premium: CA$22.99. Figures read on the date at the top of the page; promotional first-month prices usually end automatically.
Does Crave have a free trial?
Varies by promotion. Trials are tied to new accounts and a payment method, and the operator can withdraw or change them at any time.
How many devices can stream Crave at the same time?
4 simultaneous streams. Recording: Not applicable.
Which devices support Crave?
Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Roku, Samsung & LG TVs, Xbox / PlayStation, iOS / Android, Web. Smart-TV apps are the easiest route; a streaming stick is the fallback for older sets.
Is there a contract with Crave?
None. Where an annual or 24-month option exists it lowers the monthly price but removes the right to cancel early.
Is Crave legal IPTV?
Yes. Crave is operated by Bell Media with licences for every channel it carries, unlike the unlicensed subscriptions that share the IPTV label.