Best Live TV Streaming Services of 2026

Thinking about alternatives to cable to watch the NBA playoffs or CBS dramas such as Marshals? Live TV streaming services provide an easy way to watch cable channels without needing a contract. These cable replacements stream over the internet, but unlike on-demand services such as Netflix, they let you channel surf among the most popular live channels. For a flat monthly fee, subscribers can watch sports, news broadcasts and primetime TV shows. We've compared all of the apps on mobile devices, streaming sticks and smart TVs. Our Picks Best cable alternative YouTube TV $83 at YouTube TV 8.8/10 CNET Score CNET Score CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services. When we assign a score, we use a scale of 1-10.

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