TSN+ (TSN direct) vs Sportsnet+ (2026)
TSN+ (TSN direct) and Sportsnet+ are both licensed live-TV services in Canada. 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
| TSN+ (TSN direct) | Sportsnet+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | CA$24.99/month (TSN Standard) | from CA$24.99/month (Standard) |
| Channels | 5 TSN channels + TSN+ streams | Sportsnet, Sportsnet ONE, Sportsnet 360, Sportsnet World + streams |
| Sports rights | NFL and NFL RedZone, CFL, NBA | NHL national rights (Hockey Night in Canada, playoffs, Stanley Cup Final), Toronto Blue Jays, NBA Raptors games |
| Simultaneous streams | 2 | 2 |
| Recording / DVR | None (live and on demand only) | None |
| Free trial | None | None |
| Contract | None | None |
| 4K | No | 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
TSN+ (TSN direct)
| Plan | Monthly price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| TSN Standard | CA$24.99 /month | TSN 1-5 live, multiview up to 6 games |
| TSN Premium | CA$29.99 /month | adds NFL RedZone, PGA Tour Live, every LaLiga match |
Prices and plans read from the official pricing page on 2026-10-12. They change often: confirm on the operator site before subscribing.
Sportsnet+
| Plan | Monthly price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | from CA$24.99 /month | Sportsnet channels live, national NHL games |
| Premium | from CA$34.99 /month | adds Sportsnet+ exclusive games and out-of-market NHL |
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
TSN+ (TSN direct)
- NFL and NFL RedZone
- CFL
- NBA
- F1
- Golf majors
- Grand Slam tennis
- Regional Leafs, Canadiens, Senators and Jets games (blackouts apply)
Sportsnet+
- NHL national rights (Hockey Night in Canada, playoffs, Stanley Cup Final)
- Toronto Blue Jays
- NBA Raptors games
- Premier League
Streams, recording and devices
TSN+ (TSN direct)
Simultaneous streams: 2 · Recording / DVR: None (live and on demand only)
Sportsnet+
Simultaneous streams: 2 · Recording / DVR: None
Verdict
TSN for CFL, NFL, tennis and F1; Sportsnet for national NHL, the Blue Jays and Raptors games. Many hockey fans need both.
Switching or combining
Both services are contract-free on their monthly plans, so you can run TSN+ (TSN direct) for one season and Sportsnet+ 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, TSN+ (TSN direct) or Sportsnet+?
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, TSN+ (TSN direct) or Sportsnet+?
TSN+ (TSN direct): NFL and NFL RedZone, CFL, NBA. Sportsnet+: NHL national rights (Hockey Night in Canada, playoffs, Stanley Cup Final), Toronto Blue Jays, NBA Raptors games. Rights move between seasons, so check the current schedule.
Can I subscribe to both TSN+ (TSN direct) and Sportsnet+?
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?
TSN+ (TSN direct): 2. Sportsnet+: 2.
Do TSN+ (TSN direct) and Sportsnet+ work on the same devices?
Largely yes: Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Roku for TSN+ (TSN direct); Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Roku for Sportsnet+.