Live TV streaming services with local channels (2026)
The US live-TV bundles that carry your local ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX affiliates, compared on coverage, price and DVR, plus the free way to get locals in HD with an antenna.
Bundles with local channels
YouTube TV $82.99/month
Best for households that want everything cable offered without the box, and for NFL fans who want Sunday Ticket on the same account.
Simultaneous streams: 3 · Recording / DVR: Unlimited, kept 9 months · Free trial: 10 days
Fubo from $84.99/month
Best for fans of regional teams and international soccer; check the regional sports fee for your ZIP code before you decide.
Simultaneous streams: 10 · Recording / DVR: 1,000 hours · Free trial: 7 days (varies by promotion)
Sling TV from $45.99/month
Best for cord-cutters who know the handful of cable channels they need and already get locals from an antenna.
Simultaneous streams: 3 · Recording / DVR: 50 hours included (200 hours with DVR Plus) · Free trial: None; first-month discounts instead
Hulu + Live TV from $82.99/month
Best for families who want Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu originals alongside live TV in one bill.
Simultaneous streams: 2 · Recording / DVR: Unlimited (9 months) · Free trial: 3 days (varies)
DIRECTV Stream $89.99/month
Best for sports fans who need both TNT and their regional sports network; shop the genre packs before the full tiers.
Simultaneous streams: Unlimited at home · Recording / DVR: Unlimited · Free trial: 5 days
Services compared
| Plan | Monthly price | Simultaneous streams | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube TV | $82.99/month | 3 | 10 days |
| Fubo | from $84.99/month | 10 | 7 days (varies by promotion) |
| Sling TV | from $45.99/month | 3 | None; first-month discounts instead |
| Hulu + Live TV | from $82.99/month | 2 | 3 days (varies) |
| DIRECTV Stream | $89.99/month | Unlimited at home | 5 days |
| Philo | $25/month | 3 | 7 days |
Free legal live TV
- Pluto TV: Paramount-owned, 350+ live channels including CBS News, news, sport replays and themed movie channels. No account needed.
- Tubi: Fox-owned, 200+ live channels and the largest free on-demand film library.
- The Roku Channel: 400+ live channels; works in a browser and on every Roku device.
- Sling Freestream: Sling’s free tier: 500+ channels, no card required.
- Xumo Play: Comcast and Charter’s FAST service with NBC News Now and local news.
Frequently asked questions
Is IPTV legal in United States?
Licensed IPTV is legal; unlicensed subscriptions are not. The legality page linked on this page summarises the statute and enforcement in United States.
What is the cheapest legal live-TV service in United States?
The public-broadcaster apps are free. Among paid services, the lowest entry plan in this comparison is YouTube TV; see the table for current prices.
Which service is best for sport in United States?
YouTube TV 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.