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Updated September 25, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 100
Sport and news only, so no HGTV, Hallmark or Food Network.
Value for money83
Sport and news only, priced close to the full package, so the saving is small.
$71.99 a month. The cheapest bundle in the same category is $60 ($11.99 less).
Content quality60
6 of the ten biggest cable channels, with notable gaps.
Carries 6 of the 10 most-watched cable channels.
Apps and devices83
Solid app, available on 11 of the 12 major devices.
Rated 3.64 on iPhone and 3.79 on Android. Works on 11 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality65
1080p with surround sound; no 4K tier.
Base plan streams in 1080p with 5.1 sound.
What if you can enjoy YouTube TV, but only pay for the channels you actually watch? YouTube TV’s Sports + News Plan is one of the many cheaper skinny bundles the streamer released this year, and as you can probably tell from the name, the line-up includes channels from ESPN and Fox Sports, as well as major news networks like CNN, ABC, and NBC. That makes this plan a great choice for sports fans who still want to stay up-to-date with what’s going on around the world.
With YouTube TV’s multiview feature, subscribers could even keep up with matches and breaking news at the same time. Only interested in sports? You can check out our notes on the YouTube TV Sports Plan here.
Add a slate of all the essential news channels to the YouTube TV Sports Plan
Sign up for Youtube TV Sports + News PlanYoutube TV Sports + News Plan carries 31+ channels, including ABC News Live, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, C-SPAN, CBS Sports Network, CNBC, and more.
After DirecTV pivoted to releasing cheaper, skinnier bundles, the rest of the live TV streaming landscape followed suit. YouTube TV's Sports + News Plan is one of a handful of skinnier bundles curated by type of content, this time selected just for sports fans that also watch the news.
The YouTube TV Sports + News Plan is meant for sports fans who want the YouTube TV experience without having to pay full price for entertainment channels they don't even watch. That includes enjoying features like unlimited DVR and multi-view.
Through YouTube TV's Sports + News Plan, subscribers can watch their favorite team's matches alongside any weather forecasts, breaking news, and business developments via the multi-view option. Unlimited DVR can help users catch up to what they've missed. Still not enough? Users can even add on the NFL Sunday Ticket and other premium subscriptions all in one place.
How much does Youtube TV Sports + News Plan cost?
Youtube TV Sports + News Plan starts at $71.99/month.
Does Youtube TV Sports + News Plan have a free trial?
Youtube TV Sports + News Plan does not currently offer a free trial.
What channels does Youtube TV Sports + News Plan include?
Youtube TV Sports + News Plan carries 31 channels, including ABC News Live, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, C-SPAN, CBS Sports Network, and more.
What devices support Youtube TV Sports + News Plan?
Youtube TV Sports + News Plan is available on Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Google TV Streamer, iOS, LG TV, PlayStation, Roku, Samsung TV, Sharp, Vizio, Xbox.
Can I cancel Youtube TV Sports + News Plan anytime?
Youtube TV Sports + News Plan is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is Youtube TV Sports + News Plan worth it?
Through YouTube TV's Sports + News Plan, subscribers can watch their favorite team's matches alongside any weather forecasts, breaking news, and business developments via the multi-view option. Unlimited DVR can help users catch up to what they've missed. Still not enough? Users can even add on the NFL Sunday Ticket and other premium subscriptions all in one place.
Four criteria, each out of 100. The overall score is their weighted average: content 38%, value 27%, apps 22%, streaming quality 13%.
Value for money
0The most expensive service of its kind.
100The cheapest service of its kind.
Content quality
0None of the ten most-watched cable channels, or nothing from our recommended list.
100All ten 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.
100Five-star apps on all 12 major devices.
Streaming quality
0Below 720p.
1004K on the plan we price.