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 Renee Cuisia
AGMTW score, out of 10
An OTA recorder with free channels attached, so the hardware is the real purchase.
Value for money5.0
Free channels, but only with a Tablo device.
Free, so nothing can beat it on price. Weighed against what it carries (content 0/10), that comes to 5.0 on value.
Content quality0
None of the 20 most-watched cable channels.
Carries none of the 20 most-watched cable channels in our channel listings.
Apps and devices5.6
Serviceable app, on 8 of the 12 major devices.
Rated 1.91 on iPhone and 2.62 on Android. Works on 8 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality7.5
1080p, stereo; no 4K at any price.
Base plan streams in 1080p.
Tablo TV is a free live TV streaming service that lets you watch local channels like ABC, NBC, FOX, and CBS, as well as 70 fast channels, including HSN, ION, Grit, MeTV, and CourtTV. It’s exclusively available to those with a Tablo device—the latest already comes with a built-in indoor antenna—which itself requires a one-time payment of about $70 to $130, depending on what version you get. It’s free in the sense that you don’t have to pay a monthly subscription fee, as you would on usual live TV streaming services since it streams channels that are already airing for free via broadcast towers near you. A Tablo device lets you watch Tablo TV on up to 4 devices connected to your home Wi-fi and record shows while watching a different channel. If you’re on the go, you can also control the DVR via the Tablo TV app. You can download the app on all major smart TVs and mobile devices.
Tablo TV carries 84+ channels, including ABC (depending on zipcode), Alien Nation, All Reality, All Weddings, AllBlk Gems, Almost Friday, and more.
Does Tablo TV have a free trial?
Tablo TV does not currently offer a free trial.
What channels does Tablo TV include?
Tablo TV carries 84 channels, including ABC (depending on zipcode), Alien Nation, All Reality, All Weddings, AllBlk Gems, and more.
What devices support Tablo TV?
Tablo TV is available on Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Google TV, iOS, LG TV, Roku, Roku TV, Samsung.
Can I cancel Tablo TV anytime?
Tablo TV is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is Tablo TV worth it?
Tablo TV is a free live TV streaming service that lets you watch local channels like ABC, NBC, FOX, and CBS, as well as 70 fast channels, including HSN, ION, Grit, MeTV, and CourtTV. It's exclusively available to those with a Tablo device—the latest already comes with a built-in indoor antenna—which itself requires a one-time payment of about $70 to $130, depending on what version you get. It's free in the sense that you don't have to pay a monthly subscription fee, as you would on usual live TV streaming services since it streams channels that are already airing for free via broadcast towers near you. A Tablo device lets you watch Tablo TV on up to 4 devices connected to your home Wi-fi and record shows while watching a different channel. If you're on the go, you can also control the DVR via the Tablo TV app. You can download the app on all major smart TVs and mobile devices.
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.