Philo vs Frndly TV
It’s a close call. The right pick depends on your priorities — see the breakdown below.
Philo vs Frndly TV at a glance
| Feature | Philo | Frndly TV |
|---|---|---|
| Our editorial score | 8.4 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Starting price | $28/mo | $8/mo |
| Free trial | 7 days | 7 days |
| Channels | 70+ | 40+ |
| Simultaneous streams | 3 | 2 to 4 (by plan) |
| Cloud DVR | Unlimited (1 year) | Available on higher tiers |
| Devices | 9 platforms | 9 platforms |
| Best for | you mostly watch entertainment and lifestyle channels and want to pay as little as possible | you want family-friendly and lifestyle channels like Hallmark and The Weather Channel for a rock-bottom price |
Price and value
Philo: $28/mo. Unbeatable value for entertainment and lifestyle channels if you can skip sports.
Frndly TV: $8/mo. The cheapest live TV anywhere, built around family and lifestyle channels.
Channels and sports
Philo offers 70+, including AMC, Discovery, Hallmark, HGTV and MTV.
Frndly TV offers 40+, including Hallmark Channel, INSP, The Weather Channel and GAC Family.
Lineups vary by ZIP code — check your exact channels.
DVR and simultaneous streams
Philo: Unlimited (1 year) DVR, 3.
Frndly TV: Available on higher tiers DVR, 2 to 4 (by plan).
Which should you choose?
Philo
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Frndly TV
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Frequently asked questions
Is Philo or Frndly TV better?
Philo and Frndly TV are the cheapest live TV services, but Frndly is even cheaper and focused on family and lifestyle channels like Hallmark and The Weather Channel. Philo costs a little more and offers a broader entertainment lineup with unlimited DVR. Choose Frndly for the lowest price and family content; choose Philo for more channels.
Which is cheaper, Philo or Frndly TV?
Philo starts at $28/mo and Frndly TV starts at $8/mo. Prices change, so confirm the current price on each provider’s site.
Can I try Philo and Frndly TV before paying?
Trials vary. Philo: 7 days. Frndly TV: 7 days. Check each site for current offers.