3-Day Free Trial
Hulu + Live TV (Free Trial)
Includes Disney+ (With Ads) and ESPN+ (With Ads) - See it at Hulu
Hulu + Live TV combines live television with over 95 channels plus Disney Bundle access. Subscribers get Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ content - including popular franchises like Star Wars and Marvel - all in one package. The service provides unlimited cloud DVR storage and supports streaming on two devices simultaneously (with an upgrade available for unlimited screens).
A three-day trial period allows potential subscribers to evaluate the service before purchasing.
5-Day Free Trial
DirecTV Stream
See it at DirecTV
DirecTV Stream stands out with customizable "Genre Packs" that let viewers tailor their channel selection, along with three standard packages (topping out at 160+ channels). Features include unlimited whole-home DVR, 72-hour playback for unrecorded programs, and multi-device streaming.
The five-day trial period provides ample opportunity to test the platform's capabilities.
Free Trial Available
YouTube TV
See it at YouTube
YouTube TV delivers 100+ channels with family-friendly sharing options - supporting six total accounts with personalized profiles. The service has become essential for NFL fans through its exclusive NFL Sunday Ticket package. Unique sports features include four-game multiview and real-time fantasy tracking.
Trial durations vary by account (2-21 days) when testing this comprehensive streaming option.
7-Day Free Trial
Fubo
See it at Fubo
Fubo has positioned itself as the premier destination for sports enthusiasts, broadcasting 55,000+ annual sporting events across 200+ channels (including 35+ regional sports networks). The platform supports streaming on 10 in-home devices (3 mobile) simultaneously.
Sports fans can thoroughly evaluate the service through a full week's trial period.
7-Day Free Trial
Philo
See it at Philo
This budget-friendly alternative offers 70+ entertainment-focused channels (excluding sports/news) for under $30/month. Subscribers gain access to 75,000+ on-demand titles alongside live programming. Unlimited DVR (with 12-month storage limits) makes Philo ideal for casual viewers.
The seven-day trial demonstrates the service's value proposition clearly.
Alternative Free Viewing Options
For those seeking no-cost alternatives, several options exist beyond paid services. Streaming platforms like Sling Freestream and local HDTV antennas can deliver free live programming - particularly useful for accessing local news, network shows and some sporting events without subscription fees.
