Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Updated October 18, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 10
The deepest sports rights in the country, but at $30 it is only worth it if you watch a lot.
Value for money2.7
Expensive unless you watch a lot of sport.
$29.99 a month. The cheapest single-channel service in the same category is $5.99 ($24 less). Weighed against what it carries (content 2.2/10), that comes to 2.7 on value.
Content quality2.2
One of the 20 most-watched cable channels (ESPN), and none of the others.
Carries 1 of the 20 most-watched cable channels: ESPN.
Apps and devices7.8
Solid app, available on 8 of the 12 major devices.
Rated 4.65 on iPhone and 4.4 on Android. Works on 8 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality8.5
1080p with surround sound; no 4K tier.
Base plan streams in 1080p with 5.1 sound.
Best for some ESPN content
ESPN’s new app is referred to by the company as simply “ESPN”, which is confusing since that’s the same name of the TV channel (it’s as if Disney+ was called Disney Channel). More coloquially, it’s known as ESPN DTC, or Direct to Consumer.
This new ESPN plan called “ESPN Unlimited” absorbed what was before known as ESPN+, and added a live stream to every ESPN live TV channel, for less than the cheapest way to get ESPN before, which was Sling TV. You’ll be getting ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPN+, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes, SEC Network, SECN+, ACC Network, and ACCNX for the price of $29.99/month.
It also comes included as part of many DIRECTV Stream, Fubo TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Spectrum TV plans.
Missed ESPN+? Enjoy what you've missed through ESPN Select
Sign up for ESPN SelectEnjoy the new and improved ESPN+. Price rises to $31.99/mo ($319.99/yr) on September 17, 2026
Sign up for ESPN UnlimitedESPN Unlimited carries 11+ channels, including ACC Network, ACCNX, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ESPN+, ESPN2, and more.
This new ESPN app absorbed what was before known as ESPN+, and added a live stream to every ESPN live TV channel, for less than the cheapest way to get ESPN before, which was Sling TV. You'll be getting ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPN+, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes, SEC Network, SECN+, ACC Network, ACCNX for the price of $29.99/month.
If you just want what was known before as ESPN+ (some 30,000 live events per year, most notably boxing events), that's now called "ESPN Select" for $11.99/month.
Given its reputation as a sportscaster, is there any surprise that ESPN's streaming service is one of the best for sports fans? Other sports streamers might do better in covering certain sports, but ESPN Unlimited and Select has them beat in terms of covering American football, basketball, and hockey.
ESPN Unlimited simply improves upon the things sports fans were already enjoying from ESPN+, with even more sports coverage.
How much does ESPN Unlimited cost?
ESPN Unlimited starts at $29.99/month. Plans range from $19.99 to $29.99/month.
Does ESPN Unlimited have a free trial?
ESPN Unlimited does not currently offer a free trial.
What channels does ESPN Unlimited include?
ESPN Unlimited carries 11 channels, including ACC Network, ACCNX, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ESPN+, and more.
What devices support ESPN Unlimited?
ESPN Unlimited is available on Android, Chromecast, Fire TV, Google TV Streamer, iOS, Oculus, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Xfinity Flex.
Can I cancel ESPN Unlimited anytime?
ESPN Unlimited is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is ESPN Unlimited worth it?
ESPN Unlimited simply improves upon the things sports fans were already enjoying from ESPN+, with even more sports coverage.
Four criteria, each scored out of 10. The overall score is their weighted average: content 50%, value 20%, apps 20%, streaming quality 10%.
Value for money
0The most expensive service of its kind.
10The cheapest service of its kind, with full content.
Content quality
0None of the 20 most-watched cable channels, or nothing from our recommended list.
10All 20 channels, or the deepest catalog of titles we recommend.
Apps and devices
0A one-star app that runs on none of the 12 major devices.
10Five-star apps on all 12 major devices.
Streaming quality
0Below 720p.
104K on the plan we price.