YouTube TV review: plans, prices and who it is for
YouTube TV's base plan is $82.99 a month for 100+ live channels, including local ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC in most markets, with unlimited DVR. Cheaper genre plans start at $64.99.
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How much does YouTube TV cost?
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Base plan | $82.99/mo | 100+ channels incl. ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN |
| Sports + News plan | $71.99/mo | Intro offer shown at $49.99 for 5 months |
| Sports plan | $64.99/mo | Genre plan |
Prices last checked November 9, 2026 on YouTube TV welcome page. Taxes and promotional offers not included.
NFL Sunday Ticket is sold as an add-on. Unlimited DVR storage is included.
Who is YouTube TV best for?
- A full cable replacement with local channels
- Unlimited DVR
Who should skip it?
- Tight budgets
What do you get with YouTube TV?
| Cheapest plan | $64.99/mo |
|---|---|
| Ad-free from | No ad-free option (live TV) |
| 4K | With the 4K Plus add-on |
| Live sports | Broadcast networks plus ESPN, FS1 and other sports channels; NFL Sunday Ticket add-on. |
| Kids and family | Kids channels included in the base plan. |
| Local channels | ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC in most markets. |
| Free trial | The welcome page showed a 21-day trial on November 9, 2026; offers change. |
What should you know before subscribing?
The base plan carries broadcast networks, ESPN and most major cable channels. DVR storage has no limit.
YouTube TV now sells smaller genre plans, such as Sports at $64.99 and Sports + News at $71.99.
It is the only way to get NFL Sunday Ticket as an add-on to a live TV service.
How was this researched?
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