Sling TV vs Philo
It’s a close call. The right pick depends on your priorities — see the breakdown below.
Sling TV vs Philo at a glance
| Feature | Sling TV | Philo |
|---|---|---|
| Our editorial score | 8.6 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Starting price | $40/mo | $28/mo |
| Free trial | None (occasional promos) | 7 days |
| Channels | 30+ (Orange) | 70+ |
| Simultaneous streams | 1 (Orange) / 3 (Blue) | 3 |
| Cloud DVR | 50 hours included | Unlimited (1 year) |
| Devices | 11 platforms | 9 platforms |
| Best for | you want the cheapest route into live sports and news and don't rely on local broadcast channels everywhere | you mostly watch entertainment and lifestyle channels and want to pay as little as possible |
Price and value
Sling TV: $40/mo. The cheapest way into live sports and news, with a build-your-own channel approach.
Philo: $28/mo. Unbeatable value for entertainment and lifestyle channels if you can skip sports.
Channels and sports
Sling TV offers 30+ (Orange), including ESPN, CNN, AMC, Disney Channel, Food Network and TNT.
Philo offers 70+, including AMC, Discovery, Hallmark, HGTV and MTV.
Lineups vary by ZIP code — check your exact channels.
DVR and simultaneous streams
Sling TV: 50 hours included DVR, 1 (Orange) / 3 (Blue).
Philo: Unlimited (1 year) DVR, 3.
Which should you choose?
Sling TV
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Philo
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sling TV or Philo better?
Sling TV and Philo are both budget services that suit different viewers. Philo is cheaper and best for entertainment and lifestyle channels with unlimited DVR, but has no sports or local channels. Sling costs a bit more and adds live sports and news. Pick Philo for cheap entertainment; pick Sling if you need ESPN or news.
Which is cheaper, Sling TV or Philo?
Sling TV starts at $40/mo and Philo starts at $28/mo. Prices change, so confirm the current price on each provider’s site.
Can I try Sling TV and Philo before paying?
Trials vary. Sling TV: None (occasional promos). Philo: 7 days. Check each site for current offers.