Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Updated October 25, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 10
History's archive, thinner than it sounds once you have watched the good ones.
Value for money5.7
Cheap, but the History archive runs out quickly.
$5.99 a month. The cheapest service in the same category is $3.99 ($2 less). Weighed against what it carries (content 3.8/10), that comes to 5.7 on value.
Content quality3.8
Documentary series from the History channel archive.
We have no title-level data for this one, so this is our own read on how much there is worth watching.
Apps and devices6.5
Serviceable app, on 6 of the 12 major devices.
Rated 3.93 on iPhone and 4.05 on Android. Works on 6 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality7.5
1080p, stereo; no 4K at any price.
Base plan streams in 1080p.
The History Vault has all the best of The History channel: excellent documentaries, informative series, travel shows, and of course, historical specials. The difference is that the streamer offers all this on-demand and ad-free, with curated collections and exclusive titles to boot. Some programs that are no longer available on the cable channel can also be found in the Vault. If you’re a fan of quality deep dives on everything and anything related to history and humanity, then this streamer is for you.
Also available as an Amazon Prime Video channel
Sign up for History Vault Basic PlanCombine A+E's three streaming services through this one bundle
Sign up for History Vault Bundle PlanLaunched in 2016, The History Vault stores most of The History Channel's content and makes it available to stream. This includes, of course, all the upcoming shows that will air on the channel, but also all the vintage programs that History made its name on, like Pawn Stars and Modern Marvels.
Fans of the History Channel will surely enjoy the History Vault. This will include avid viewers of documentaries, informative series, reality shows, and historical specials.
The History Vault is a great way to watch most of The History Channel content without having to subscribe to other live TV channels, or having to hunt down specific History shows on other streaming services.
How much does History Vault cost?
History Vault starts at $5.99/month. Plans range from $5.99 to $9.99/month.
Does History Vault have a free trial?
Yes. History Vault currently offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.
What devices support History Vault?
History Vault is available on Amazon Fire TV, Android, Apple TV, Chromecast, iOS, Roku.
Can I cancel History Vault anytime?
History Vault is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is History Vault worth it?
The History Vault is a great way to watch most of The History Channel content without having to subscribe to other live TV channels, or having to hunt down specific History shows on other streaming services.
Five criteria, each scored out of 10. The overall score is their weighted average: content 50%, value 20%, apps 20%, streaming quality 10%. Live TV packages are also scored on customization and add-ons (20%), with the other four scaled to 40%, 16%, 16% and 8%.
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.
Customization and add-ons
0A live TV package with no add-on packs to build on.
10Eight or more add-on packs at $15 a month or less.