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As streaming TV prices climb, you may wonder if it’s best to go back to cable.
The thought crossed Steph Keller’s mind. She’s a wedding photographer who spends hours a day editing photos and albums.
For a well-deserved break, she turns on the TV in her home studio.
The past few years though, she says, streaming has become just as pricey as her old cable package.
“We were paying over $200 to watch TV, which is crazy,” she said.
Keller had YouTube TV, the streaming equivalent of a cable package, until recently when the rate climbed to $83 a month.
“We got YouTube TV, which is great, it has a lot of live channels,” she said. “However, that got expensive too!”
So she slimmed down to just a handful of services.
For sports, which are important to her family, she has ESPN+.
She also has Prime Video since “it comes with your Prime membership,” she said.
She also subscribes to Netflix, but the ad-supported version for $6.99 a month.
“The ads on Netflix,” she explained, “are literally two per show, one in the middle and one in the beginning. It’s not a big deal.”
More affordable live TV streaming services
If you still like the experience of live TV, CNET senior editor Kourtnee Jackson says to start with an affordable live TV streaming service, like Philo or Sling TV.
“They offer less channels than a service like YouTube TV or Hulu with live TV, but they offer a great starting point in terms of pricing,” she said.
She recommends you couple it with an on-demand service that suits your family’s needs, such as Netflix or Disney+, especially if you have younger children.
Jackson says streaming services are offering more and more live TV all the time, “Some services like Peacock and Paramount+ offer live programming.
“They offer live sports,” she said.
Before signing up for a streaming service, CNET suggests you consider:
- Its channel lineup
- Pricing
- Extra features such as free DVR
- Whether it is ad-free or includes commercials
- How much sports programming it offers
Jackson also recommends bundling, such as bundles that include Hulu and Disney+, or bundles offered by cell phone providers.
“I think we’re going to see a lot more bundles to give consumers more choice,” she said.
CNET finds that once you factor in taxes and extra fees, live TV streaming still comes out cheaper than cable in most cases.
The customers who might actually save with cable, CNET says, are sports fans, even though more and more games now stream live on Netflix, Prime, and other services.
Steph Keller says all her streaming services now add up to less than $30 a month, with an antenna for local stations.
“Do your research, talk to people,” she said. “Don’t be afraid, and save that money, why not?”
And that way you don’t waste your money.
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Are you feeling frustrated by the ever-increasing costs of streaming TV services? You’re not alone. As more and more streaming platforms pop up, it can be easy to find yourself paying a small fortune each month just to keep up with your favorite shows.
But fear not, there are ways to cut down on your streaming TV bill without sacrificing your entertainment needs. Here are a few tips to help you save some money:
1. Evaluate your subscriptions: Take a look at all the streaming services you’re currently subscribed to and consider whether you really need all of them. Do you actually watch everything on each platform? If not, consider canceling some of your subscriptions to trim down your monthly expenses.
2. Look for bundle deals: Some streaming services offer bundle deals that allow you to save money by subscribing to multiple platforms at once. Look for these types of offers to see if you can get a better deal by bundling your services together.
3. Share accounts with family or friends: Many streaming services allow you to share your account with multiple users. Consider splitting the cost of a subscription with family or friends to save money each month.
4. Take advantage of free trials: Before committing to a new streaming service, take advantage of any free trials they offer to see if it’s worth the cost. Just be sure to cancel before the trial period ends if you decide it’s not for you.
5. Cut back on premium channels: If you’re subscribed to premium channels on your streaming service, consider cutting back to a lower-tier plan to save money.
By implementing these tips, you can help cut down on your streaming TV costs and keep your entertainment budget in check. Don’t let rising bills steam you out – take control of your subscriptions and start saving today.
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