Sling TV channel list 2026: every channel by category, sports and add-ons
DISH / EchoStar · sling.com
Sling TV carries 30-50 per plan channels. This page groups the main ones by category, lists the sports rights that matter for the current season, names what is missing, and compares the line-up size with the other licensed services in the same market. Line-ups change at every rights renewal, so confirm a specific channel on the official page before subscribing for it.
Channels by category
Orange (6)
Blue (9)
Both (9)
Add-ons (7)
Free (1)
Sports on this service
- NFL on FOX/NBC (Blue) and ESPN (Orange)
- NBA on ESPN/TNT
- College sports
What is not included
No ABC or CBS. Orange is limited to one stream. Local channels only in some markets on Blue. If one of these is the reason you are subscribing, look at the alternatives page for the service that carries it.
See official pricing
Sling TV Prices and plans read from the official pricing page on 2026-10-12. They change often: confirm on the operator site before subscribing.
Channel counts across United States
| Plan | Channels | Sports rights |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube TV | 100+ | NFL (incl. NFL Sunday Ticket add-on), NBA on ESPN/TNT |
| Fubo | 200+ | NFL, MLB |
| Sling TV | 30-50 per plan | NFL on FOX/NBC (Blue) and ESPN (Orange), NBA on ESPN/TNT |
| Hulu + Live TV | 95+ | NFL, NBA |
| DIRECTV Stream | 75-150+ | NFL, NBA |
| Philo | 70+ | None (no ESPN, no regional sports networks) |
Frequently asked questions
How many channels does Sling TV have?
30-50 per plan. The exact count depends on the plan and, for local channels, on your location.
Does Sling TV have local channels?
Not as a focus; it is a vmvpd service, so pair it with the free public-broadcaster apps for local channels.
Which sports channels are on Sling TV?
NFL on FOX/NBC (Blue) and ESPN (Orange); NBA on ESPN/TNT; College sports.
Can I add premium channels?
Yes, the plan table on the main review lists the add-ons and their prices.
Is the channel list the same in every region?
Local and regional sports channels vary by address; everything else is national. Enter your postcode or ZIP on the official page to see the exact list.