Why is YouTube TV so expensive?

Mohan reiterated that the price increases for YouTube TV are due to adding channels but stressed that the additions were driven by user demand. “Users have asked for that content to be explicitly added to the bundle as it exists on YouTube TV. So that's what you've seen there,” he said.
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Is YouTube TV Worth the cost?

The Bottom Line

YouTube TV offers excellent channel variety, top-notch DVR features, and great performance. The service is a terrific choice for cord cutters who want to replicate the cable TV experience, provided you're willing to pay its high monthly costs.
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Is YouTube TV worth $65 a month?

Recap: Is YouTube TV worth it? YouTube TV is a solid option for cord-cutters because you get all of these things for $65 per month: More than 85 channels. NFL Network, NBA TV, and MLB Network.
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Is there anything cheaper than YouTube TV?

Sling TV. Sling TV is another affordable option for those looking to avoid an expensive cable package. With its Sling TV Blue and Orange packages, you can opt for one or both, depending on the channels you want to watch. On their own, each offers 30+ channels and costs $35 a month (opens in new tab).
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Is there anything better than YouTube TV?

Hulu With Live TV also has a couple of advantages over every other competitor. First is the Hulu on-demand catalog. You'll have access to thousands of shows and movies as part of your subscription. (Yes, you technically can get Hulu With Live TV without access to the on-demand library, but the savings is minimal.)
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Is Hulu live or YouTube TV better?

If your main interest is live TV, YouTube TV has more channels. More than that, it gives you unlimited DVR storage space at no extra cost. With Hulu, you'd have to pay an extra $9.99 a month for more DVR space, and you'd still be getting fewer channels for more money.
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How do you save money on YouTube TV?

How to Get the Most Value Out of YouTube TV
  1. Keep the household happy with separate accounts and simultaneous streams.
  2. Add on channels for additional content.
  3. Record content to play back on your own schedule.
  4. Tune in to local channels and live sports.
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Which TV streaming service is best?

Best Live TV Streaming Services 2022: YouTube TV, Hulu Live, Sling TV, and More
  • Editor's choice. Editorial rating (4.5/5) YouTube TV. ...
  • Best value. Editorial rating (4.2/5) Hulu + Live TV. ...
  • Cheapest. Editorial rating (3.7/5) Philo. ...
  • Best for sports. Editorial rating (4.0/5) fuboTV. ...
  • Best for families. Editorial rating (3.9/5)
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Is YouTube TV free on Roku?

You can download and watch the YouTube TV app on multiple devices, such as a Roku or a mobile device. Is YouTube TV Free? No, YouTube TV is not free. It costs $64.99 per month, but you can cancel anytime.
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Can you share YouTube TV?

If you've purchased a YouTube TV membership, you can create a family group to share your membership with up to five people at no additional cost. When you create a family group, you become the family manager. As the family manager, you can invite family members (13 or older) to join your family group.
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Can you pay for YouTube TV yearly?

YouTube TV is a Google-owned live TV streaming service. It offers a monthly subscription that has no annual contract, no satellite needed, and no limits to where and when you can stream content.
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What major channels are missing from YouTube TV?

UPDATE: YouTube TV and Disney have reached a new carriage deal and YouTube TV has begun restoring Disney channels including ESPN to its service. The virtual MVPD said it will still give subscribers a one-time $15 credit.
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How much is YouTube TV with taxes and fees?

YouTube TV's regular monthly price is $64.99, but it's $73.54 after $8.55 in taxes. These taxes can really add up, especially if you subscribe to multiple streaming TV services. For YouTube TV alone, this $8.55 a month tax works out to $102.60 a year.
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Can you skip commercials on YouTube TV?

Can you skip commercials on YouTube TV? YouTube TV's DVR allows users to skip ads on NBC, FOX, and others.
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What is the most cost effective streaming TV service?

Best on-demand streaming TV services
  • Prime Video – Best value ($8.99–$14.99/mo.)
  • Peacock – Cheapest (Free–$9.99/mo.)
  • ESPN+ – Best for sports ($6.99/mo.)
  • Apple TV+ – Excellent original content ($4.99/mo.)
  • Paramount+ – Deep TV and movies library ($4.99–$9.99/mo.)
  • Discovery+ – Best for reality TV fans ($4.99–$6.99/mo.)
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What is the cheapest streaming with live TV?

The cheapest live TV services for cord-cutting are the free ones: Pluto TV and Xumo. There are paid ones that cost very little, like Philo, Paramount+, and Sling (especially the individual Blue or Orange plans).
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How do I get rid of cable and still watch TV?

You can get rid of cable and still watch TV by using streaming apps, also called streaming channels. There are a few big streaming channels that most people have heard of, like Disney+, Netflix, and Hulu. But there are actually hundreds of streaming channels in 2021.
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Does YouTube TV have hidden fees?

With YouTube TV there are no hidden fees or additional equipment fees. The only other costs you'll need to pay is for add-on channels or for a streaming device, if you don't have one already.
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Is YouTube TV free with premium?

YouTube TV is a live TV streaming service with major broadcast and popular cable networks. YouTube Premium, gives you YouTube and YouTube Music ad-free, offline, and in the background. YouTube Premium isn't included in your YouTube TV membership.
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How can I reduce streaming costs?

For serious savings, work out a rotation schedule. Instead of subscribing to multiple services simultaneously, you could choose just one, catch up on all your favorite shows there, then cancel and move on to another service. For example: Netflix in July, Hulu in August, Disney Plus in September.
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Is FUBO better than YouTube TV?

Winner on Overall Channels: YouTube TV

Overall, YouTube TV has 109 channels while fuboTV offers 109. YouTube TV offers these channels that fuboTV doesn't: Cartoon Network, CNN, TBS, TNT, and truTV. Those are some major points in YouTube TV's favor.
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Does Netflix come with YouTube TV?

YouTube TV includes channels like ESPN, NFL Netflix and Fox Sports channels. And it also has a Sports Plus premium add-on.
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How many tvs can stream on YouTube?

Yes, your YouTube TV membership comes with 6 accounts to share with roommates or family members in your household. (Ages 13 and up.) Everyone gets their own login, personalized content recommendations, and individual DVR library. Up to 3 simultaneous streams are allowed per membership.
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Can two households share YouTube TV?

Simultaneous streaming

Family group members can use YouTube TV on up to three separate devices at the same time. If one member is watching on both a computer and a mobile device, it counts as two of the three available devices.
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