FuboTV vs Philo
It’s a close call. The right pick depends on your priorities — see the breakdown below.
FuboTV vs Philo at a glance
| Feature | FuboTV | Philo |
|---|---|---|
| Our editorial score | 9.0 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Starting price | $80/mo | $28/mo |
| Free trial | 7 days | 7 days |
| Channels | 180+ | 70+ |
| Simultaneous streams | Up to 10 at home | 3 |
| Cloud DVR | Unlimited (varies by plan) | Unlimited (1 year) |
| Devices | 11 platforms | 9 platforms |
| Best for | you want a sports-heavy lineup with a high channel count and lots of simultaneous streams | you mostly watch entertainment and lifestyle channels and want to pay as little as possible |
Price and value
FuboTV: $80/mo. The sports fan's pick, with the deepest lineup and the most simultaneous streams.
Philo: $28/mo. Unbeatable value for entertainment and lifestyle channels if you can skip sports.
Channels and sports
FuboTV offers 180+, including ESPN, FOX, NBC, CBS and Regional sports (varies).
Philo offers 70+, including AMC, Discovery, Hallmark, HGTV and MTV.
Lineups vary by ZIP code — check your exact channels.
DVR and simultaneous streams
FuboTV: Unlimited (varies by plan) DVR, Up to 10 at home.
Philo: Unlimited (1 year) DVR, 3.
Which should you choose?
FuboTV
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Philo
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Frequently asked questions
Is FuboTV or Philo better?
FuboTV and Philo target very different viewers. Philo is cheap and best for entertainment and lifestyle channels with unlimited DVR, but has no sports or local channels. FuboTV is pricier but carries extensive sports, local channels and more simultaneous streams. Choose Philo for cheap entertainment; choose Fubo for sports and a full lineup.
Which is cheaper, FuboTV or Philo?
FuboTV starts at $80/mo and Philo starts at $28/mo. Prices change, so confirm the current price on each provider’s site.
Can I try FuboTV and Philo before paying?
Trials vary. FuboTV: 7 days. Philo: 7 days. Check each site for current offers.