Sling Freestream vs Pluto TV
It’s a close call. The right pick depends on your priorities — see the breakdown below.
Sling Freestream vs Pluto TV at a glance
| Feature | Sling Freestream | Pluto TV |
|---|---|---|
| Our editorial score | — | — |
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Free trial | Free, no account needed | Free, no account needed |
| Channels | 400+ FAST channels | 250+ FAST channels |
| Simultaneous streams | Varies | Varies |
| Cloud DVR | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Devices | 10 platforms | 12 platforms |
| Best for | you want free live channels and on-demand movies with no subscription or signup | you want a big grid of free live channels that feels like traditional channel surfing |
Price and value
Sling Freestream: Free. The best free option: hundreds of ad-supported live channels plus on-demand, no signup.
Pluto TV: Free. A huge grid of free live channels that feels the most like traditional channel-surfing.
Channels and sports
Sling Freestream offers 400+ FAST channels, including News, Movies, Sports highlights and Local news (varies).
Pluto TV offers 250+ FAST channels, including News, Movies, TV classics and Sports.
Lineups vary by ZIP code — check your exact channels.
DVR and simultaneous streams
Sling Freestream: Not applicable DVR, Varies.
Pluto TV: Not applicable DVR, Varies.
Which should you choose?
- Choose Sling Freestream if you want free live channels and on-demand movies with no subscription or signup.
- Choose Pluto TV if you want a big grid of free live channels that feels like traditional channel surfing.
Sling Freestream
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Pluto TV
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sling Freestream or Pluto TV better?
Sling Freestream and Pluto TV are both free, ad-supported services with hundreds of live channels and no signup. Sling Freestream offers more channels overall and a cleaner on-demand section, while Pluto TV has the most cable-like channel grid for easy surfing. Choose Sling Freestream for selection; choose Pluto TV for a traditional channel-guide feel. Both are completely free.
Which is cheaper, Sling Freestream or Pluto TV?
Sling Freestream starts at Free and Pluto TV starts at Free. Prices change, so confirm the current price on each provider’s site.
Can I try Sling Freestream and Pluto TV before paying?
Trials vary. Sling Freestream: Free, no account needed. Pluto TV: Free, no account needed. Check each site for current offers.