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6 Cheapest Live TV Streaming Services of 2026
By the Rankozo research desk · Updated November 9, 2026
Among the 8 tools in our best live tv streaming services ranking, Frndly TV has the lowest verified paid starting price at $7.99 per month. Prices below are quoted from each vendor's US pricing page.
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Frndly TVViewers who want feel-good and family channels for the lowest monthly price.
Basic $7.99, Classic $9.99, Premium $11.99 per month; annual plans from $83.88 a year ($6.99 a month)
Full entry, No. 3 overallStarts at
$7.99
Score 8.2
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NOW TV from XfinityXfinity Internet customers who want a cheap live entertainment lineup with Peacock.
$20 per month with no annual contract; requires Xfinity Internet
Full entry, No. 7 overallStarts at
$20
Score 7.7
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PhiloCord cutters who want popular cable entertainment channels for $25 a month and can skip live sports.
Essential $25 per month after a 7-day free trial; Bundle+ $33 per month
Full entry, No. 1 overallStarts at
$25
Score 8.6
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YouTube TVHouseholds that want local channels, sports and news with separate profiles for up to six people.
Main plan $82.99 per month for 100+ channels after a 21-day trial; Sports + News plan $71.99 per month
Full entry, No. 2 overallStarts at
$82.99
Score 8.6
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FuboSports fans who want regional sports networks and many live games in a full lineup.
Pro $88.99 per month; Elite $98.99; Ultimate $113.99; Fubo Sports $64.99
Full entry, No. 5 overallStarts at
$88.99
Score 8.0
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Hulu + Live TVHouseholds that want live TV plus Disney+, Hulu and ESPN content in one subscription.
Live TV Only $98.99 per month; bundle with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN Select $99.99 per month
Full entry, No. 4 overallStarts at
$98.99
Score 8.1
Scores and prices come from our Best Live TV Streaming Services ranking, which uses one method for every tool. Questions or corrections: editorial@rankozo.com