Best cable TV alternatives
Alternatives to cable TV compared: IPTV, live TV streaming services, satellite, antenna and streaming apps, by cost, channels, devices and contracts.
Quick answer
The main cable alternatives are IPTV plans (live channels in any player, prepaid), branded live TV streaming services (their own app, monthly), satellite (dish), antennas (free locals) and on-app streaming services. For live channels on every screen at the lowest cost, IPTV is usually the strongest option.
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Each alternative replaces a different part of cable.
Compared
| Option | Live channels | Devices | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPTV plan | Yes, with guide | Any player | Prepaid terms |
| Live TV streaming service | Yes | Its own app | Monthly |
| Satellite | Yes | Provider box | Often long |
| Antenna | Locals only | TV tuner | None |
| App-based streaming | Limited | Each app | Monthly |
Detailed comparisons
IPTV vs cable comparison · IPTV vs satellite TV · IPTV vs YouTube TV · IPTV vs streaming
IPTV Trends plans for 1 device
- 1 Month$14.95$14.95 / monthBuy now
- 3 Months$29.95$9.98 / monthBuy now
- 6 Months$44.95$7.49 / monthBuy now
- Most chosen12 Months$59.95$5.00 / monthBuy now
- Best value24 Months$99.95$4.16 / monthBuy now
2 and 3 device plans are on the pricing page. Secure checkout; access details are issued as soon as payment clears.
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Cable TV alternative: questions and answers
For live channels on every screen at low cost, usually an IPTV plan.
Usually much cheaper over a year.
Yes, with an antenna or confirmed IPTV locals.
