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Great video - I sent to my wife as a quick overview. NOTE: A game-changer may be the AirTV (2 or Anywhere) that works with an antenna & SlingTV (same menu). Locals picked up w antenna, cable (ESPN / CNN / Etc) streamed live (& recorded when needed).
TH-cam TV and Hulu are basically cable 2.0. Sling Blue + Orange, total TV add on and an antenna for locals is the way to go if you want the equivalent of a full cable package at more than a 50% discount than cable.
Good Video, I just went back to TH-cam TV because of the sports, all my locals and regional sports networks and I hear on June 1 they are adding back the Tennis Channel, I am in Heaven!
Great job explaining each service. Since I can get all my local channels over the air and don't watch sports I picked Philo. It's the best choice for me.
For me, I combine TH-cam TV & Philo (including the $3 Movies & More add on). These 2 services combined make up a full cable line up but still comes in $14 pm cheaper than the Direct TV Stream Ultimate + Movies Extra plan.
I had Directv satellite for 16 years and when cancelled to go to TH-cam TV their customer service was terrible. I would never go back to Directv in any format. Very happy with TH-cam TV so far.
16 years and then when you try to cancel they go to TH-cam TV Their (directv) customer service was horrible? Bro that’s horrible. I’m sorry to hear that Bob. Screw DIRECTV. Glad you turned over YTTV.
We dropped Comcast & use Direct TV Stream in January 2023 - Great on every feature. I have a AT&T store about five miles from my house. Got to try it before signing up. Have it on 3 home TV's and one phone. We purchase 3 of their boxes. Never go back to Comcast. Comcast stay off my grass and go away. 🚂
@@nichellw2077 Hi Nichell W - Hi • I am a retired High School Teacher, 36 Years. You have not done your homework! • If you have a smart TV you do not need the boxes. Every TV now sold in the USA is a smart TV. • Yes they have an App. I watch my recordings and TV shows every day on their "Direct TV App". Please do your homework. Gary from The Great State of Michigan. 🚂
The thing I like about Sling is that I can move back-and-forth between the orange and the blue plan during football season and it doesn’t cost me extra. Just the $40 a month. Plus you also now get the sling live stream which is another 300 channels. If you are a single person, Sling is a great option. Regarding Philo, if you are a T-Mobile customer, you can get Philo for only $15 a month for 12 months. That is an outstanding deal.
Yes! That is exactly what we do with Sling and only subscribe to it from Sept - January. I love that we can switch to Orange when we want to watch a game on ESPN.
@@scottb2231 wineguard has a killer deal for cord cutting . 2 months free sling , a outdoor tv antenna thats around a $125 , and a air tv anywhere box for a $150. it then integrates your local channels into slings app.
We've held onto cable for far too long. Just intimidated to cut the cord I guess, but our cable/internet package is costing us $232 a month! I'm thinking about signing up for Frontier Fiber Internet (which is faster and cheaper than Spectrum internet) then going with TH-cam TV. That will already be a big savings, but from there I might look into using other/cheaper streaming services after that. Just need to make sure we have all the channels my family likes. We're not a sports family, but I have kids who like Disney and Nick Jr, while I like a myriad of others. TBH, we don't watch much cable, but I still like to have the option to watch it when the mood hits.
Great video. I have TH-cam tv and added FrndlyTV for A&E and History. Pay the yearly for FrndlyTV and your done for a year. For us this is the best alternative to cable.
This video is REALLY HELPFUL and I like how you explain every streaming service.. I myself am NOT a sports fan, but I LOVE TH-cam TV & Philo for my streaming services because they work for me..
I have Hulu live and the biggest problem I have is the locals aren't at the top of the channel guide and the guide doesn't use numbers for the channels. They're in alphabetical order.
These videos are GREAT. Thanks! I just found you today, as my DirectTV went up $70 and when I called to cancel they only offered to lower by $20. Bye bye DTV. The sad thing is I just retired and I have a TON of stuff recorded that I will lose at the end of the month (that I never had time to watch when I was working). I know, these are first world problems!
@@danemoreno88 TH-cam TV and Xfinity internet. Between cell, TV and internet I am saving over $150 a month from DirectTV/ATT/Verizon. $150 now versus over $300. I find DTV easier to use, and I like deleting things I have watched. But I can only watch DTV it from home (watching elsewhere never has worked quite right) It's not perfect, but we're happy with it. Would I pay $20 more for DTV? yes. $150 more? no way.
With me sling has me hooked. Everytime I leave Sling for a better service, I end up coming back to Sling. But I always gotta call out for the cheaper Services in 2023 like Sling, Philo and Frndly 720p Max resolution is a eyesore on a 4K display.
When we cut the cord for YTTV we added FrndlyTV for the few cable channels missing from YTTV. However, after a few months, we found that we lost interest in those shows - out of sight, out of mind.
Michael, I have a 4K setup that supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and HDR, so it would be nice if you mentioned in your product reviews which of any of these services are offered. Once one has these features, anything else is a lesser experience.
We all want more 4K. But I can't see big improvements from the other technologies you mentioned. HDR is a pain because HDR videos seem to ignore my custom video settings.
The OTA networks (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC) should put a streaming app/package together for say $16/month where you could get them live AND have streaming content accessible so you could watch all past episodes (eliminating the need for DVR). I wouldn't even care if they left in the commercials as long as the streams were rock solid. Maybe you get the ability to ffwd thru commercials for an extra $4 ($1 per network)? That would be something I would seriously consider even though I have a rooftop antenna. Sometimes I have shows that air at the same time on different networks so this would solve that...or I could just binge on some old Dateline (pick your poison) episodes if I was in veg mode. Sell directly to consumer instead of selling their package to the cable company!? They all have their own apps anyway...bundle them together.
I have tried them all. I work second shift so I have TV pretty much on my schedule when I get home and I stick with TH-cam TV because it is the most flexible in terms of content and while it’s pricey I just do not get good antenna reception in my bedroom. Due to my north facing wall where all the transmitters are facing south. I would retry Hulu live TV if they ever upgraded their UI it’s very hard on my eyesight.
which one of the major streaming services will be the first to go under and which one of the small streaming services will be the first to go under (if it hasn't done it already?).
Hi Michael. I just found your channel a couple of weeks ago and love your videos! So many helpful tips for cord cutting! I have a question for you regarding youtubetv. Do they ever get into "disagreements" with providers like what is currently happening with spectrum and disney owned channels? All disney owned channels have been pulled from spectrum. Does that ever hwppen with youtubetv?
Yes, TH-cam TV has had disputes in the past. I have covered them on the channel. Disney (December 2021): th-cam.com/video/io69yL0JnPE/w-d-xo.html and a close call with NBCUniversal (October 2021): th-cam.com/video/S0yghD7GbUM/w-d-xo.html
@@MichaelSavesThanks for the link to the video about disney and youtubetv! It makes sense that no provider would be immune to the moneygrubbing corporations! I've been dragging my feet about dumping spectrum and going to youtubetv and thought this might give me the final push i needed.
I could use guidance from someone to clear the "fog" of what streaming service to use. All I want is Live is MSNBC, CNN, PBS (if possible), but not necessary), 60 mins and Giants and Jets football. I have Netflix and Prime. Just cut the Fios cord.
You have a short list of must-haves, but this is an example of how the bundle keeps people trapped. You want football (CBS, FOX, NBC and ESPN) and news (MSNBC and CNN). So one of the premium services is best. TH-cam TV has a deal right now for the first few months of service. I would start there.
I like sling TV even though they don't have local TV channels they still have other things that are better yeah they have 3 packages but they also have add-ons that can give you up to 72 more channels for a total of 115 channels 200 DVR I had sling back when it was $25 a month
I love Hulu + Live TV. I get all of the sports I need, and I don't need the extra entertainment channels that only have reality garbage. I can record anything I want - shows or seasons - and I get Disney+ and ESPN+ included. It's WAY better than TH-cam Live TV!!
I've used TH-cam TV for years and I love the user interface for it. I'm currently trying out Hulu TV but so far there seems to be so much extra clicking to get around. Just to get to the live guide I have to click the remote 3 or 4 times just to see what's playing!! BTW, I'm using the app on the Apple TV platform. Besides that, whenever I open the Hulu app it's hard for me to tell where I'm at. It takes a few seconds to get oriented and then once I do know where I am, it's right back to the clicking!! Wayyy too much work to do something I'm supposed to enjoy. TH-cam TV might be missing a few channels that I want but at this point I'm willing to make it work and find another way to get these channels.
If you have a program added to your library, you can skip the ads. Some people watch live TV on a slight delay to skip through the ads. There is no way to skip ads when it's truly live.
With the cost of an internet package plus the cost of one of these live TV streaming services, it could equal or exceed the cost of traditional cable and or satellite.
I’ve used cable for 14 years. Through Comcast Xfinity (xfinity internet too), I’ve been wanting to cut the cord for a few months now, I love the on demand on xfinity and that’s the only reason I have it. I was thinking to cancel it and buy Hulu live tv or TH-cam tv
comcast has prepaid internet for a flat $45, for 50mbps no box fees no taxes . its part of a obma phone type initiative they started with boost mobile for affordable internet programs etc.. anyone's eligible for it and no price hikes surprise fees
The only service that includes ESPN+ is Hulu Live. It’s a separate service from the bundle. Most of the others have multiple ESPN cable channels as well as Fox Sports.
TH-camTV really needs a customer service line.I only signed up a few weeks ago & it has been nothing but trouble. I are about ready to go back to cable. The latest hiccup is our location. We live in Indiana. For some reason our viewing area is now the Ft. Myers/Naples FL. I have tried & tried to change it back with no luck & the warning is you can only change locations twice in a year. I really don't understand what's happening here. I certainly didn't change our area to FL. I know I'm not particularly tech savvy, but all this should be much simpler than it is.
Let me try to help. I think you need to update the playback area, not the home area. The home area is the one you can only update 2x a year. From your TV set, click your profile icon and then scroll to Location and then under Location settings you want to select Current playback area. Instructions will appear on the screen and you'll need to open the TH-cam TV app on your phone to complete the process. Hope this helps. Sometimes TH-cam TV will incorrectly identify your location because of your internet service provider.
Thank you for the info I live in Baltimore and Comcast is getting out of hand but I have two homes so I’m trying to find a good one I like local TV and watching fxx plus hbo and Disney for my nieces
I'm still on the old Library on YTTV. One thing I dislike about it is that the New in Your Library view always shows news shows first, even if they were recorded before non-news shows. It would be better if they showed all content in reverse chronological order in this view. The way it is currently makes finding the show I'm looking for needlessly tedious, so I just use the Shows view instead.
TH-cam TV been trying to catch up DirectTV prices i see, only because a large % of people must have switch over to YTTV in 3yrs...and when YTTV prices reach $85 above good riddance man...85 bucks im saving
I have a glow in the dark case for my Roku devices, but if you're talking about something that lights up the keys -- I don't have a good one to recommend from my testing.
I watch TH-cam Premium more than anything. But I'm also an Amazon Prime member. TH-cam Premium, Freevee, Prime Video, PV Channels and Amazon Music is a combination that's hard to beat. The few cable-style channels I watch I want cheap as possible. Freevee doesn't have them. Except for MeTV, Sling has them.
Depends on what sports. YTTV and Hulu Live are good for football. If you want the RSNs for a local team (baseball, hockety, basketball) then it's either DTV STREAM or Fubo.
TH-cam TV offers better picture quality on all of its programs and also better sound quality, but does lack some programming choices that Hulu does have. It's kind of a Ying Yang of the 2
Just a heads up...i got hulu and come to find out the disney+ that comes with it come to find out the disney+ no longer works on the roku tvs...i could not watch the Disney cause roku remove the app...so i got a hold of hulu and they knew about but they do not tell people that when they sign up for it...sooo i got my money back and went to sling...
Remember everyone, can always watch highlights from every sport out there on TH-cam for free That extra $$ we don’t spend for live tv helps put nice steaks on the table and full tanks of gas!! Just saying 😀 also concerts and festivals are all over TH-cam
I believe so. I’m about to sign up for paid Sling in the next week so I will know for sure. But Freestream is available from the same app (as I’m sure you know.)
@Michael Saves Interesting. Are you planning on making a video on that? I've been thinking about signing up for paid sling tv myself. TH-cam tv is going to start charging me the new rate at the end of my current billing cycle.
@Michael Saves I'm aware of the half off your first month discount that apparently expires today, but they have a better promotion available through the slingtv websites chat for a $10/month discount for 4 months. I just haven't been able to access it. It's very frustrating. I've gone through several chats, and no one from their support staff has been able to help me. I'm hoping maybe it will become available after this current promotion expires.
I tried TH-cam TV a couple of times. I find it ok, but really hate the having to record all episode not new only. The ability to organize the guide is a plus, but it is missing History Channel. I have tried Hulu a couple of times also. Problems with recordings being missed or not being able to turn off series recordings. They just make everything way more complicated than it needs to be. These are well documented by users in the forum. I took a free trial of Directv stream. Really like the look of the guide. However I found the DVR FF and RW functions required a lot of key presses on Roku to get were I wanted to be. Also I was surprised that a NEWS guide option was not listed like it is for SPORTS and MOVIES. I have tried Sling Blue many time and I really like it. It is my favorite of all three. However I do miss the locals as I cannot receive them over the air. Luckily I have Spectrum here and they offer a "Choice" plan. You get all the locals including The CW and PBS. You can select 15 additional channels of your choice. This is perfect for me. I don't have to pay for channels that I never watch. It really works well with Roku devices. Better than any of the others. It is also way cheaper than anything else. So for now I will be sticking with Specturm.
They are going to be adding Hulu content into Disney+ for people who subscribe to both. But there will still be standalone options. The Hulu app is not going away. We'll have to wait and see how it works. Maybe like a Hulu shortcut in the Disney+ app? That would make sense.
For a Spanish speaking person like me Sling is the best I can find soccer novelas music news carnaval movies and beautiful señoritas lol ....or if you want to learn the language is really the best deal all other services don't have the Spanish language lineup that Sling has
I’m new to cutting the cable cord. We want access to the local ABC, NBC, and CBS feeds. That’s it. We have streaming subscriptions like PBS, Disney+/ESPN, and Amazon Prime. So we just want the big three broadcast channels. An antenna won’t work given we live in the deep woods with tall maple trees surrounding our house. Can we just pay those three separately and save?
I have an article/video that explains more. It's tough. NBC you can get with Peacock and CBS with Paramount+. Details: michaelsaves.com/streaming/local-channels-without-cable/
Thank you for calling out that Hulu can let you record "New only" episodes. Do you know if any other ones let you record only new episodes? I know Philo doesn't. Sling? DirecTV? Thanks.
@@MichaelSaves I cannot see where the "Record New" option is on Philo, both web and Roku. I'm on my last day of the trial and I've seen this in a google search, but it seems it's for the Philo Edu version. What am I missing here? Thanks.
I think a con for YT TV is that we've seen YT sensor quite a bit the past couple of years so in time they could direct viewing only to what the current narrative is. JMHO.
Most people can pick those channels up for free with a $20 antenna. Google TV fool and see what channels you can get in your area. If you in a remote area away from broadcast towers you're options are pretty much Hulu Live and Directv stream.
You show us pluto what's on ect but none of use show us actually how to get it on a smart TV cause I can't ok on the phone but TV no please show me how with text or video thanks
Samsung TV when I press install it reads sign in and password I thought u don't have to sign in don't know password anyway so I don't know I can get tubi ok and other ones
TH-cam Live TV sucks as well as Hulu Live, they are both full of commercials, you can't skip the commercials on the DVR. With all the damn commercials of live tv I should be paid to watch the crap.
You can definitely skip commercials on both services if you've recorded shows. Sometimes there are two versions of a show available -- the DVR version and On Demand. Make sure you choose the DVR option.
I like advertisement but live TV just has too many so I may go back to where I was doing it before I chose TH-cam TV just to try it out to see how it’s doing and I agree I’m not in love with all the advertising friendly TV is a good deal and with friendly TV and the other streaming services, I was getting all the shows that I want for less money in less time and less advertisement.
SO ANNOYING !!! - TH-camTV used to be great. Trying to watch a live show, it keeps going back to when you first hit that channel, even 4 hours ago. This morning I tried to watch a 1.5 hour show, but had to re-click Lve and the channel over 50 times!! The DVR’s usually work better, but sometimes shows aren’t saved, for some reason.
Hey Michael I hate the fact that some of the streaming services make it hard for you to unsubscribe. The way some of them are set up it's a pain to unsub
this isn't cord cutting anymore, its cord connecting. Sure it's a little cheaper, but streaming has come full circle, it's just cable f**kery all over again.
True. But I've always seen it that way. I knew, for the most part, the lower prices were just bait to hook viewers, just like free hbo for 3 months. They're banking on you either renewing it because you're hooked now or forgetting you have it at all. Some of them remain stably priced, but the bulk of the more prominent ones are really pushing their luck.
None of the options are good. It seems that all the streaming services are also hemorrhaging subscribers because the content is horrendous and the cost is too much. In some cases you can still get Directv for cheaper than these streaming services if you call and ask for discounts. I don’t watch but a handful of channels and I am a sports fan. I need RSN options and now that ESPN owns almost all sports content you have no choice to have a provider with an RSN and have ESPN+. I have used Hulu, Netflix, Apple TV+. The original content is a good on the first 2 but superior on ATv+. All in all if you want to watch TV you have to pay for content.
I really don't think most of these live TV services are worth the money. We have been very happy with our outdoor antenna and plex server. We find that with one paid streaming service, currently Paramount we have so much to watch with over the air and the free channels plex offers plus our own collection of TV shows and movies. I think Sling and airtv would be good too and require a little less setup. I see alot of people who are interested in cutting the cord want it to be super easy like paying the cable company only cheaper and not have to change or learn to watch a new way which is something you have to be able to do to be successful and happy witj cord cutting
I'm so happy I kicked the Channel habit. Let's face it, as long as you don't really care about Sports, Channels are grossly overpriced for the content they deliver.
All streaming TV services are a rip-off. At the end of the day, you get less amount of channels than cable tv and above all, you still need to factor the price of your internet along with the services since streaming needs internet connection. I still pay a lot less for my Xfinity internet and 125 channels bundle compared to what it would cost for just having Sling tv plus the internet.
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Great stuff. Thanks! Shared with my two buddies who are about to cut their cables.
Great video - I sent to my wife as a quick overview.
NOTE: A game-changer may be the AirTV (2 or Anywhere) that works with an antenna & SlingTV (same menu). Locals picked up w antenna, cable (ESPN / CNN / Etc) streamed live (& recorded when needed).
@@scottb2231 I know a couple people who like the AirTV!
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You have saved me so much money! Thank you! I went from $206 with Directv a month to approximately $100 for TH-cam TV plus a few streaming services!
Thank you!
TH-cam TV and Hulu are basically cable 2.0. Sling Blue + Orange, total TV add on and an antenna for locals is the way to go if you want the equivalent of a full cable package at more than a 50% discount than cable.
Good Video, I just went back to TH-cam TV because of the sports, all my locals and regional sports networks and I hear on June 1 they are adding back the Tennis Channel, I am in Heaven!
Great job explaining each service. Since I can get all my local channels over the air and don't watch sports I picked Philo. It's the best choice for me.
For me, I combine TH-cam TV & Philo (including the $3 Movies & More add on).
These 2 services combined make up a full cable line up but still comes in $14 pm cheaper than the Direct TV Stream Ultimate + Movies Extra plan.
Great idea to keep TH-cam TV and combine it with Philo.
I wish you can pick the channels you want that would make it cheaper for customers I think because there is a lot of channels I don't watch.
I had Directv satellite for 16 years and when cancelled to go to TH-cam TV their customer service was terrible. I would never go back to Directv in any format. Very happy with TH-cam TV so far.
16 years and then when you try to cancel they go to TH-cam TV Their (directv) customer service was horrible? Bro that’s horrible. I’m sorry to hear that Bob. Screw DIRECTV. Glad you turned over YTTV.
We dropped Comcast & use Direct TV Stream in January 2023 - Great on every feature. I have a AT&T store about five miles from my house. Got to try it before signing up. Have it on 3 home TV's and one phone. We purchase 3 of their boxes. Never go back to Comcast. Comcast stay off my grass and go away. 🚂
You need boxes to stream? They don't have apps?
@@nichellw2077 Hi Nichell W - Hi • I am a retired High School Teacher, 36 Years. You have not done your homework! • If you have a smart TV you do not need the boxes. Every TV now sold in the USA is a smart TV. • Yes they have an App. I watch my recordings and TV shows every day on their "Direct TV App". Please do your homework. Gary from The Great State of Michigan. 🚂
@@nichellw2077 the irony of telling someone they didnt do the homework , when they spent way more for less value
The thing I like about Sling is that I can move back-and-forth between the orange and the blue plan during football season and it doesn’t cost me extra. Just the $40 a month. Plus you also now get the sling live stream which is another 300 channels. If you are a single person, Sling is a great option.
Regarding Philo, if you are a T-Mobile customer, you can get Philo for only $15 a month for 12 months. That is an outstanding deal.
Yes --- all good points!
I ❤the suggestion of moving between the packages on Sling (facepalm)! Thanks!
Yes! That is exactly what we do with Sling and only subscribe to it from Sept - January. I love that we can switch to Orange when we want to watch a game on ESPN.
GREAT INFO - I'm very close to cutting cable - moving to Sling.
@@scottb2231 wineguard has a killer deal for cord cutting . 2 months free sling , a outdoor tv antenna thats around a $125 , and a air tv anywhere box for a $150. it then integrates your local channels into slings app.
Hi, thanks for all of this great video regarding streaming services. Very interesting and helpful information.
We've held onto cable for far too long. Just intimidated to cut the cord I guess, but our cable/internet package is costing us $232 a month! I'm thinking about signing up for Frontier Fiber Internet (which is faster and cheaper than Spectrum internet) then going with TH-cam TV. That will already be a big savings, but from there I might look into using other/cheaper streaming services after that. Just need to make sure we have all the channels my family likes. We're not a sports family, but I have kids who like Disney and Nick Jr, while I like a myriad of others. TBH, we don't watch much cable, but I still like to have the option to watch it when the mood hits.
Great video. I have TH-cam tv and added FrndlyTV for A&E and History. Pay the yearly for FrndlyTV and your done for a year. For us this is the best alternative to cable.
This video is REALLY HELPFUL and I like how you explain every streaming service.. I myself am NOT a sports fan, but I LOVE TH-cam TV & Philo for my streaming services because they work for me..
I have Hulu live and the biggest problem I have is the locals aren't at the top of the channel guide and the guide doesn't use numbers for the channels. They're in alphabetical order.
The first company to truly offer all the major networks and a true a la carte service will crush all the competition!!!
I tried Pluto recently and not bad. Thanks for your info.
I can't get pluto on my smart TV how did u get it can u text me please on how to get it thanks as no reply from Michael
These videos are GREAT. Thanks! I just found you today, as my DirectTV went up $70 and when I called to cancel they only offered to lower by $20. Bye bye DTV. The sad thing is I just retired and I have a TON of stuff recorded that I will lose at the end of the month (that I never had time to watch when I was working). I know, these are first world problems!
LOL they are all 70 + now so what did you go to ? Whatever it was it’s subpar to dtv stream
@@danemoreno88 TH-cam TV and Xfinity internet. Between cell, TV and internet I am saving over $150 a month from DirectTV/ATT/Verizon. $150 now versus over $300.
I find DTV easier to use, and I like deleting things I have watched. But I can only watch DTV it from home (watching elsewhere never has worked quite right)
It's not perfect, but we're happy with it. Would I pay $20 more for DTV? yes. $150 more? no way.
Directv stream for us. So far so good with the cable like feel and rsn channels. Thanks Michael
I am a reality TV fan. I have been looking for a streaming service that shows what I like. Philo sounds like great TV for a great price! Thanks 😊
With me sling has me hooked. Everytime I leave Sling for a better service, I end up coming back to Sling. But I always gotta call out for the cheaper Services in 2023 like Sling, Philo and Frndly 720p Max resolution is a eyesore on a 4K display.
When we cut the cord for YTTV we added FrndlyTV for the few cable channels missing from YTTV. However, after a few months, we found that we lost interest in those shows - out of sight, out of mind.
Thank you for confirming that cable TV is still the best option for me over streaming.
Yes just wondering nothing mentioned bout picture quality on these services so which service has best picture quality?
Directv Stream all the way!!!!!
With any review such as this, the most important thing to me is whether or not I can skip thru commercials with the dvr.
When you add programs to your DVR, you can skip ads with all of these services.
Thanks for the replay. Unfortunately, this hasn't been my experience. Using TH-cam TV just now, I was not able to scan through the commercials.
@@alejandrodelavega9857 Was the program added to your library?
Michael, I have a 4K setup that supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and HDR, so it would be nice if you mentioned in your product reviews which of any of these services are offered. Once one has these features, anything else is a lesser experience.
Thank you. I will.
We all want more 4K. But I can't see big improvements from the other technologies you mentioned. HDR is a pain because HDR videos seem to ignore my custom video settings.
The OTA networks (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC) should put a streaming app/package together for say $16/month where you could get them live AND have streaming content accessible so you could watch all past episodes (eliminating the need for DVR). I wouldn't even care if they left in the commercials as long as the streams were rock solid. Maybe you get the ability to ffwd thru commercials for an extra $4 ($1 per network)?
That would be something I would seriously consider even though I have a rooftop antenna. Sometimes I have shows that air at the same time on different networks so this would solve that...or I could just binge on some old Dateline (pick your poison) episodes if I was in veg mode.
Sell directly to consumer instead of selling their package to the cable company!? They all have their own apps anyway...bundle them together.
A multi-tuner DVR allows you to record different networks at the same time. I'm pretty sure my fairly ancient at this point TiVO can do it.
I have tried them all. I work second shift so I have TV pretty much on my schedule when I get home and I stick with TH-cam TV because it is the most flexible in terms of content and while it’s pricey I just do not get good antenna reception in my bedroom. Due to my north facing wall where all the transmitters are facing south. I would retry Hulu live TV if they ever upgraded their UI it’s very hard on my eyesight.
there are boxes available to use ota over the internet to your tvs without headaches. plus you can locate these boxes to where you get the best signal
I have noticed that Xfinity, not Xfinity Stream, it has a broadcast delay of about a minute.
which one of the major streaming services will be the first to go under and which one of the small streaming services will be the first to go under (if it hasn't done it already?).
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The problem with using an antenna for locals is most of what i watch is from my dvr, i want local content recorded to a dvr to watch later
Hi Michael. I just found your channel a couple of weeks ago and love your videos! So many helpful tips for cord cutting! I have a question for you regarding youtubetv. Do they ever get into "disagreements" with providers like what is currently happening with spectrum and disney owned channels? All disney owned channels have been pulled from spectrum. Does that ever hwppen with youtubetv?
Yes, TH-cam TV has had disputes in the past. I have covered them on the channel. Disney (December 2021): th-cam.com/video/io69yL0JnPE/w-d-xo.html and a close call with NBCUniversal (October 2021): th-cam.com/video/S0yghD7GbUM/w-d-xo.html
@@MichaelSavesThanks for the link to the video about disney and youtubetv! It makes sense that no provider would be immune to the moneygrubbing corporations! I've been dragging my feet about dumping spectrum and going to youtubetv and thought this might give me the final push i needed.
I could use guidance from someone to clear the "fog" of what streaming service to use. All I want is Live is MSNBC, CNN, PBS (if possible), but not necessary), 60 mins and Giants and Jets football. I have Netflix and Prime. Just cut the Fios cord.
You have a short list of must-haves, but this is an example of how the bundle keeps people trapped. You want football (CBS, FOX, NBC and ESPN) and news (MSNBC and CNN). So one of the premium services is best. TH-cam TV has a deal right now for the first few months of service. I would start there.
Have had TH-cam TV going on 5 months, fixing to change to Hulu because of the recordings cannot stand for all to be recorded, just want new ones.
I understand. I hear that a lot
Fubo tv is the way to go!
Wanting to cut the cable and go with DirectTV Stream. Will a Fire Stick have Direct TV on it.
I like sling TV even though they don't have local TV channels they still have other things that are better yeah they have 3 packages but they also have add-ons that can give you up to 72 more channels for a total of 115 channels 200 DVR I had sling back when it was $25 a month
I love Hulu + Live TV. I get all of the sports I need, and I don't need the extra entertainment channels that only have reality garbage. I can record anything I want - shows or seasons - and I get Disney+ and ESPN+ included. It's WAY better than TH-cam Live TV!!
I've used TH-cam TV for years and I love the user interface for it. I'm currently trying out Hulu TV but so far there seems to be so much extra clicking to get around. Just to get to the live guide I have to click the remote 3 or 4 times just to see what's playing!! BTW, I'm using the app on the Apple TV platform. Besides that, whenever I open the Hulu app it's hard for me to tell where I'm at. It takes a few seconds to get oriented and then once I do know where I am, it's right back to the clicking!! Wayyy too much work to do something I'm supposed to enjoy.
TH-cam TV might be missing a few channels that I want but at this point I'm willing to make it work and find another way to get these channels.
I have Slingtv and love it.
What about commercials on live shows on YT TV? Do you have to watch the commercial or is there a way to fast forward during live shows on YT TV?
If you have a program added to your library, you can skip the ads. Some people watch live TV on a slight delay to skip through the ads. There is no way to skip ads when it's truly live.
With the cost of an internet package plus the cost of one of these live TV streaming services, it could equal or exceed the cost of traditional cable and or satellite.
I live in Houston and have Sling. I get just two locals, ABC and the Fox affiliate, no NBC.
Correct. That’s because NBC is not an owned and operated station in Houston
@@MichaelSaves I've been with Sling for a few years now and they've always had the Fox affiliate, but only added ABC a few months ago.
I’ve used cable for 14 years. Through Comcast Xfinity (xfinity internet too), I’ve been wanting to cut the cord for a few months now, I love the on demand on xfinity and that’s the only reason I have it. I was thinking to cancel it and buy Hulu live tv or TH-cam tv
comcast has prepaid internet for a flat $45, for 50mbps no box fees no taxes . its part of a obma phone type initiative they started with boost mobile for affordable internet programs etc..
anyone's eligible for it and no price hikes surprise fees
You had a pros/cons slide graphic for TH-cam but not the others which would have been nice
It's all here on my website: michaelsaves.com/streaming/best-live-tv-streaming/
The important thing for many of us is does it include all the ESPN channels, including +, and Fox Sports 1 & 2..
The only service that includes ESPN+ is Hulu Live. It’s a separate service from the bundle. Most of the others have multiple ESPN cable channels as well as Fox Sports.
@@MichaelSaves Yes I believe I found one of them that didn't offer Fox Sports 2 and one that didn't have ALL the ESPN channels.
TH-camTV really needs a customer service line.I only signed up a few weeks ago & it has been nothing but trouble. I are about ready to go back to cable. The latest hiccup is our location. We live in Indiana. For some reason our viewing area is now the Ft. Myers/Naples FL. I have tried & tried to change it back with no luck & the warning is you can only change locations twice in a year. I really don't understand what's happening here. I certainly didn't change our area to FL. I know I'm not particularly tech savvy, but all this should be much simpler than it is.
Let me try to help. I think you need to update the playback area, not the home area. The home area is the one you can only update 2x a year. From your TV set, click your profile icon and then scroll to Location and then under Location settings you want to select Current playback area. Instructions will appear on the screen and you'll need to open the TH-cam TV app on your phone to complete the process. Hope this helps. Sometimes TH-cam TV will incorrectly identify your location because of your internet service provider.
Thank you for the info I live in Baltimore and Comcast is getting out of hand but I have two homes so I’m trying to find a good one I like local TV and watching fxx plus hbo and Disney for my nieces
I'm still on the old Library on YTTV. One thing I dislike about it is that the New in Your Library view always shows news shows first, even if they were recorded before non-news shows. It would be better if they showed all content in reverse chronological order in this view. The way it is currently makes finding the show I'm looking for needlessly tedious, so I just use the Shows view instead.
TH-cam TV been trying to catch up DirectTV prices i see, only because a large % of people must have switch over to YTTV in 3yrs...and when YTTV prices reach $85 above good riddance man...85 bucks im saving
I am back on TH-cam TV. Are there any streaming devices that have a remote that lights up in the dark?
I have a glow in the dark case for my Roku devices, but if you're talking about something that lights up the keys -- I don't have a good one to recommend from my testing.
What about Premion?
Got rid of Xfinity because I was sick of paying 400 bucks, TH-cam TV is awesome and cost less!
I don't pay for Live Tv. I pay youtube premium with music. I'm happy 😁
Best deal in the business.
TH-cam premium is a scam, get an AdBlock instead
I watch TH-cam Premium more than anything. But I'm also an Amazon Prime member. TH-cam Premium, Freevee, Prime Video, PV Channels and Amazon Music is a combination that's hard to beat. The few cable-style channels I watch I want cheap as possible. Freevee doesn't have them. Except for MeTV, Sling has them.
Directv stream does have regional sports fees, but not included in the price
DTV Stream includes the fees in the price. DTV via Internet charges them in addition to the plan price.
Another con for Hulu + live TV: it's not compatible with the T-Mobile home internet.
Glad to see that I'm still doing the right thing by entrusting my digital existence to Google! Thanks.
Lol
I just pay for ballys during regular seasons and switch to sling during playoffs. Then cancel during any OTA periods
Which is your too two in order that also has best sports streaming etc...???
Depends on what sports. YTTV and Hulu Live are good for football. If you want the RSNs for a local team (baseball, hockety, basketball) then it's either DTV STREAM or Fubo.
@@MichaelSaves For me? Football and NBA....No baseball or hockey
TH-cam tv now is the new home for NFL SUNDAY TICKET I CAN FINALLY WATCH THE ENTIRE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS SEASON!
TH-cam TV offers better picture quality on all of its programs and also better sound quality, but does lack some programming choices that Hulu does have. It's kind of a Ying Yang of the 2
I agree! If it could add a few more channels it would be perfect.
I cancelled all my subs. Now I go to the library and get books for FREE. The TV is relegated to showing NFL on OTA stations.
What do you use to make and edit your amazing streaming videos?? Thank you buddy
Just iMovie for editing. I would like to learn a new editing program.
Just a heads up...i got hulu and come to find out the disney+ that comes with it come to find out the disney+ no longer works on the roku tvs...i could not watch the Disney cause roku remove the app...so i got a hold of hulu and they knew about but they do not tell people that when they sign up for it...sooo i got my money back and went to sling...
Wow dude, they're getting expensive! I think I'll stick with Philo for now.
Remember everyone, can always watch highlights from every sport out there on TH-cam for free That extra $$ we don’t spend for live tv helps put nice steaks on the table and full tanks of gas!! Just saying 😀 also concerts and festivals are all over TH-cam
Hi Michael, if you were to subscribe to a paid sling tv plan, will it automatically be integrated with their freestream service? Thanks
I believe so. I’m about to sign up for paid Sling in the next week so I will know for sure. But Freestream is available from the same app (as I’m sure you know.)
@Michael Saves Interesting. Are you planning on making a video on that? I've been thinking about signing up for paid sling tv myself. TH-cam tv is going to start charging me the new rate at the end of my current billing cycle.
@Michael Saves I'm aware of the half off your first month discount that apparently expires today, but they have a better promotion available through the slingtv websites chat for a $10/month discount for 4 months. I just haven't been able to access it. It's very frustrating. I've gone through several chats, and no one from their support staff has been able to help me. I'm hoping maybe it will become available after this current promotion expires.
@@seanreza7714 Yes, I'll have an updated Sling video very soon.
I wanna watch History channel , dateline (new episodes) & discovery + & National Geographic.. Is Hulu live + the best option for me ?
Sling Blue is cheaper at $40/month, but it only offers NBC in certain areas. You could get Peacock to watch Dateline episodes.
I tried TH-cam TV a couple of times. I find it ok, but really hate the having to record all episode not new only. The ability to organize the guide is a plus, but it is missing History Channel.
I have tried Hulu a couple of times also. Problems with recordings being missed or not being able to turn off series recordings. They just make everything way more complicated than it needs to be. These are well documented by users in the forum.
I took a free trial of Directv stream. Really like the look of the guide. However I found the DVR FF and RW functions required a lot of key presses on Roku to get were I wanted to be. Also I was surprised that a NEWS guide option was not listed like it is for SPORTS and MOVIES.
I have tried Sling Blue many time and I really like it. It is my favorite of all three. However I do miss the locals as I cannot receive them over the air.
Luckily I have Spectrum here and they offer a "Choice" plan. You get all the locals including The CW and PBS. You can select 15 additional channels of your choice. This is perfect for me. I don't have to pay for channels that I never watch. It really works well with Roku devices. Better than any of the others.
It is also way cheaper than anything else. So for now I will be sticking with Specturm.
I just heard that Hulu live TV is getting rid of their app and combining Disney plus. What exactly is going on with Hulu live tv and Disney.
They are going to be adding Hulu content into Disney+ for people who subscribe to both. But there will still be standalone options. The Hulu app is not going away. We'll have to wait and see how it works. Maybe like a Hulu shortcut in the Disney+ app? That would make sense.
Is HULU live TV better then TH-cam TV in terms of having a movie library? Please let me know ASAP
@@fredreed2001 Probably since it includes Hulu and Disney Plus. But if you're talking about movies from the live TV channels, about the same.
@@MichaelSaves Does Hulu live TV carry MGM Plus? I would like to know?
is there a video on how to save on the NFL Sunday ticket ? that thing is expensive A F !
I have a video here, but no real savings hacks. Sign up before 6/6 for the best pricing: th-cam.com/video/CaIdgAvkoYU/w-d-xo.html
For a Spanish speaking person like me Sling is the best I can find soccer novelas music news carnaval movies and beautiful señoritas lol ....or if you want to learn the language is really the best deal all other services don't have the Spanish language lineup that Sling has
If Philo had the Turner channels it'd be the perfect streaming service. I'd pay $40 a month if they had Cartoon Network+TBS+TNT.
Any update on the loss of SNY Channel?
I’m new to cutting the cable cord. We want access to the local ABC, NBC, and CBS feeds. That’s it.
We have streaming subscriptions like PBS, Disney+/ESPN, and Amazon Prime. So we just want the big three broadcast channels. An antenna won’t work given we live in the deep woods with tall maple trees surrounding our house. Can we just pay those three separately and save?
I have an article/video that explains more. It's tough. NBC you can get with Peacock and CBS with Paramount+. Details: michaelsaves.com/streaming/local-channels-without-cable/
I got sling philo and ota save 100 months
Thank you for calling out that Hulu can let you record "New only" episodes. Do you know if any other ones let you record only new episodes? I know Philo doesn't. Sling? DirecTV? Thanks.
Sling and DIRECTV STREAM both have this option.
@@MichaelSaves I cannot see where the "Record New" option is on Philo, both web and Roku. I'm on my last day of the trial and I've seen this in a google search, but it seems it's for the Philo Edu version. What am I missing here? Thanks.
@@metal_horses568 Sorry, you are correct about Philo. Sling and DIRECTV STREAM I am sure of. I just checked my screenshots from the reviews I've done.
@@MichaelSaves I really appreciate your content and definitely have found it useful. I'm going to try Sling next. Thanks!
I think a con for YT TV is that we've seen YT sensor quite a bit the past couple of years so in time they could direct viewing only to what the current narrative is. JMHO.
Does friendly come with the basic cbs, abc, fox, and nbc , you know the good old 3, 6, and 10 lol
No Frndly TV doesn't have locals
Most people can pick those channels up for free with a $20 antenna. Google TV fool and see what channels you can get in your area. If you in a remote area away from broadcast towers you're options are pretty much Hulu Live and Directv stream.
U can get it without ads
Try boosted tv 📺
You show us pluto what's on ect but none of use show us actually how to get it on a smart TV cause I can't ok on the phone but TV no please show me how with text or video thanks
What brand of TV do you have or what type of streaming device do you use?
Samsung TV when I press install it reads sign in and password I thought u don't have to sign in don't know password anyway so I don't know I can get tubi ok and other ones
@@tommymarr927 see if this video helps. It’s how to download and install apps on a Samsung TV: th-cam.com/video/7edfosq1hjE/w-d-xo.html
I have only got netflex to pay for £6 99 a month I have my own Freesat box I bought years ago but I still can't get pluto on my smart tv
It has TBS TNT fubotv
I wish youtubetv would let you add red zone at a lower cost.
They come up with a new concept and people are ready to pay upfront
TH-cam Live TV sucks as well as Hulu Live, they are both full of commercials, you can't skip the commercials on the DVR. With all the damn commercials of live tv I should be paid to watch the crap.
You can definitely skip commercials on both services if you've recorded shows. Sometimes there are two versions of a show available -- the DVR version and On Demand. Make sure you choose the DVR option.
I like advertisement but live TV just has too many so I may go back to where I was doing it before I chose TH-cam TV just to try it out to see how it’s doing and I agree I’m not in love with all the advertising friendly TV is a good deal and with friendly TV and the other streaming services, I was getting all the shows that I want for less money in less time and less advertisement.
Heads up, they don't include the cost for internet service. I can live without DVR
I refuse to buy ant service that requires me to call or chat to cancel. It just irritates me an reminds me of Dish satellite.
Can you record a NFL team say Jags and not record other games
Yes, some live TV services have this option including TH-cam TV
SO ANNOYING !!! - TH-camTV used to be great.
Trying to watch a live show, it keeps going back to when you first hit that channel, even 4 hours ago. This morning I tried to watch a 1.5 hour show, but had to re-click Lve and the channel over 50 times!! The DVR’s usually work better, but sometimes shows aren’t saved, for some reason.
Please don’t spam my comments. I replied to one of your postings.
There are ALWAYS down sides.
Hey Michael I hate the fact that some of the streaming services make it hard for you to unsubscribe. The way some of them are set up it's a pain to unsub
TH-cam tv get with the program and add delete button dtv stream and hulu live have it stop the nonsense and listen to ur customers.
this isn't cord cutting anymore, its cord connecting. Sure it's a little cheaper, but streaming has come full circle, it's just cable f**kery all over again.
True. But I've always seen it that way. I knew, for the most part, the lower prices were just bait to hook viewers, just like free hbo for 3 months. They're banking on you either renewing it because you're hooked now or forgetting you have it at all.
Some of them remain stably priced, but the bulk of the more prominent ones are really pushing their luck.
None of the options are good. It seems that all the streaming services are also hemorrhaging subscribers because the content is horrendous and the cost is too much. In some cases you can still get Directv for cheaper than these streaming services if you call and ask for discounts. I don’t watch but a handful of channels and I am a sports fan. I need RSN options and now that ESPN owns almost all sports content you have no choice to have a provider with an RSN and have ESPN+.
I have used Hulu, Netflix, Apple TV+. The original content is a good on the first 2 but superior on ATv+. All in all if you want to watch TV you have to pay for content.
I really don't think most of these live TV services are worth the money. We have been very happy with our outdoor antenna and plex server. We find that with one paid streaming service, currently Paramount we have so much to watch with over the air and the free channels plex offers plus our own collection of TV shows and movies.
I think Sling and airtv would be good too and require a little less setup. I see alot of people who are interested in cutting the cord want it to be super easy like paying the cable company only cheaper and not have to change or learn to watch a new way which is something you have to be able to do to be successful and happy witj cord cutting
I'm so happy I kicked the Channel habit. Let's face it, as long as you don't really care about Sports, Channels are grossly overpriced for the content they deliver.
Nothing new here. same ole stuff just higher prices.
Facts
All streaming TV services are a rip-off. At the end of the day, you get less amount of channels than cable tv and above all, you still need to factor the price of your internet along with the services since streaming needs internet connection. I still pay a lot less for my Xfinity internet and 125 channels bundle compared to what it would cost for just having Sling tv plus the internet.