Prices for YouTube TV, Hulu, and Sling TV are increasing: what to choose?
13 december 2024 в 07:37
Over the past decade, several streaming platforms offering live television broadcasts have emerged as cable television has become increasingly inaccessible due to its historically high prices. YouTube TV has become a popular choice to replace cable television, but there is also Sling TV, one of the first streaming services offering live television broadcasts, and Hulu + Live TV, which has expanded the existing Hulu on-demand streaming service. However, all three have now faced price increases.
Learn about recent price increases and find out more about the differences between the services.
YouTube TV will cost $ 82.99 for its base plan starting January 13, 2025. This is a $ 10 increase compared to the previous $ 72.99.
According to a representative from YouTube TV, the company explained the reason for its new price: the rising cost of content.
«Message to our members: we have always strived to offer you content that you love, with features to enjoy the best of live television broadcasts. To keep up with the growing costs of content, we are updating our monthly price to $ 82.99/month», - the company wrote on Twitter a month before the new price took effect. «We do not take these decisions lightly, and we understand that this affects our members. We are committed to providing you with features that change the way you watch live television broadcasts, such as unlimited DVR storage and multi-view, and to support the wealth of content on YouTube TV and the extensive library of movies and shows on demand».
Hulu Plus Live TV currently offers a base plan starting at around $ 83 per month, offering over 90 channels for subscribers.
Sling TV offers a base plan starting at around $ 40 per month. Sling Blue and Orange cost $ 40 per month, and Sling Orange + Blue costs $ 55 per month.
When it comes to watching live television, these services differ in the channels offered, customization options, and prices. YouTube TV provides 85+ channels, including major networks such as ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, ESPN, and CNN, as well as premium add-ons like NFL Sunday Ticket. Hulu + Live TV offers 75+ channels, including major networks and sports channels, as well as access to the Hulu library with TV shows, movies, and original content. Sling TV offers 30−50 channels, depending on whether you choose Sling Orange or Sling Blue. Channels include ESPN, CNN, AMC, and others, but Sling TV has fewer local channels than YouTube TV or Hulu
Learn about recent price increases and find out more about the differences between the services.
YouTube TV will cost $ 82.99 for its base plan starting January 13, 2025. This is a $ 10 increase compared to the previous $ 72.99.
According to a representative from YouTube TV, the company explained the reason for its new price: the rising cost of content.
«Message to our members: we have always strived to offer you content that you love, with features to enjoy the best of live television broadcasts. To keep up with the growing costs of content, we are updating our monthly price to $ 82.99/month», - the company wrote on Twitter a month before the new price took effect. «We do not take these decisions lightly, and we understand that this affects our members. We are committed to providing you with features that change the way you watch live television broadcasts, such as unlimited DVR storage and multi-view, and to support the wealth of content on YouTube TV and the extensive library of movies and shows on demand».
Hulu Plus Live TV currently offers a base plan starting at around $ 83 per month, offering over 90 channels for subscribers.
Sling TV offers a base plan starting at around $ 40 per month. Sling Blue and Orange cost $ 40 per month, and Sling Orange + Blue costs $ 55 per month.
When it comes to watching live television, these services differ in the channels offered, customization options, and prices. YouTube TV provides 85+ channels, including major networks such as ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, ESPN, and CNN, as well as premium add-ons like NFL Sunday Ticket. Hulu + Live TV offers 75+ channels, including major networks and sports channels, as well as access to the Hulu library with TV shows, movies, and original content. Sling TV offers 30−50 channels, depending on whether you choose Sling Orange or Sling Blue. Channels include ESPN, CNN, AMC, and others, but Sling TV has fewer local channels than YouTube TV or Hulu
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