YouTube TV vs Hulu + Live TV
Our pick: YouTube TV for most viewers. Your best choice still depends on the channels and features you need most.
YouTube TV vs Hulu + Live TV at a glance
| Feature | YouTube TV | Hulu + Live TV |
|---|---|---|
| Our editorial score | 9.3 / 10 | 9.0 / 10 |
| Starting price | $83/mo | $83/mo |
| Free trial | Varies | Varies |
| Channels | 100+ | 95+ |
| Simultaneous streams | 3 | 2 (unlimited add-on) |
| Cloud DVR | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Devices | 12 platforms | 11 platforms |
| Best for | you want a broad, mainstream lineup with unlimited DVR and reliable local channels in most areas | you want live TV bundled with a huge on-demand library plus Disney+ and ESPN+ |
Price and value
YouTube TV: $83/mo. The best all-round cable replacement: broad channels, unlimited DVR and reliable apps.
Hulu + Live TV: $83/mo. Live TV plus a huge on-demand library and the Disney bundle in one subscription.
Channels and sports
YouTube TV offers 100+, including ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX and ESPN.
Hulu + Live TV offers 95+, including ABC, ESPN, FX and Local channels.
Lineups vary by ZIP code — check your exact channels.
DVR and simultaneous streams
YouTube TV: Unlimited DVR, 3.
Hulu + Live TV: Unlimited DVR, 2 (unlimited add-on).
Which should you choose?
- Choose YouTube TV if you want a broad, mainstream lineup with unlimited DVR and reliable local channels in most areas.
- Choose Hulu + Live TV if you want live TV bundled with a huge on-demand library plus Disney+ and ESPN+.
YouTube TV
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Hulu + Live TV
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Frequently asked questions
Is YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV better?
YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV are the two best all-round live TV services, and both cost about the same with unlimited DVR and strong local channels. Choose YouTube TV for the simpler, more reliable live-TV experience and more simultaneous streams. Choose Hulu + Live TV if you want a huge on-demand library plus Disney+ and ESPN+ bundled in.
Which is cheaper, YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV?
YouTube TV starts at $83/mo and Hulu + Live TV starts at $83/mo. Prices change, so confirm the current price on each provider’s site.
Can I try YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV before paying?
Trials vary. YouTube TV: Varies. Hulu + Live TV: Varies. Check each site for current offers.