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
Sport only, and at $65 it is hard to justify against the full package.
Value for money6.0
Sport channels only, but priced close to the full package, so the saving is small.
$64.99 a month. The cheapest live TV service in the same category is $45 ($19.99 less). Weighed against what it carries (content 4.5/10), that comes to 6.0 on value.
Content quality4.5
4 of the 20 most-watched cable channels, and the rest are missing.
Carries 4 of the 20 most-watched cable channels: ESPN, TBS, USA Network and TNT.
Apps and devices8.3
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 quality8.5
1080p with surround sound; no 4K tier.
Base plan streams in 1080p with 5.1 sound.
It might take a while to roll out in your area, but YouTube TV is offering a skinny bundle curated just for sports fans. The YouTube TV Sports Plan gives fans access to all the major sports networks at $18 less than the original YouTube TV base plan. That means fans can watch FS1, NBC Sports Network, and all of the ESPN networks on their intuitive platform at a cheaper price.
This plan can also be combined with the NFL Sunday Ticket, which YouTube TV still holds exclusive rights to. This fall, they’ll also be adding access to ESPN Unlimited.
Trim down YouTube TV to the essential sports channels
Sign up for YouTube TV Sports PlanYouTube TV Sports Plan carries 25+ channels, including ACC Network, ACC Network (ACCN), ACCN, Big Ten Network, Big Ten Network (BTN), BTN, and more.
YouTube TV and DirecTV are rivals in live TV streaming, previously prioritizing wider channel line-ups and improved features as their strategy to get more subscribers. However, this strategy also meant increased prices for their base plans. So, in early 2025, DirecTV introduced their Genre Packs, which offered curated channel lists based on their respective type of content aired. YouTube TV's Sports Plan aims to do the same, but for their sports-avid subscribers.
The YouTube TV Sports Plan is meant for sports fans who want the platform's features– like the unlimited DVR and the multi-view option– just without the non-sports channels.
Given its history in video hosting, it makes sense that YouTube TV has the edge when it comes to having an intuitive interface. Features like the multi-view option helps sports fan catch up on multiple games at once, and the unlimited DVR helps them save what they've missed. You can also combine this plan with the NFL Sunday Ticket, which YouTube TV has exclusive rights to. This Sports Plan also has regional NBC sports networks, something that DirecTV lacks.
How much does YouTube TV Sports Plan cost?
YouTube TV Sports Plan starts at $64.99/month.
Does YouTube TV Sports Plan have a free trial?
YouTube TV Sports Plan does not currently offer a free trial.
What channels does YouTube TV Sports Plan include?
YouTube TV Sports Plan carries 25 channels, including ACC Network, ACC Network (ACCN), ACCN, Big Ten Network, Big Ten Network (BTN), and more.
What devices support YouTube TV Sports Plan?
YouTube TV Sports 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 Plan anytime?
YouTube TV Sports Plan is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is YouTube TV Sports Plan worth it?
Given its history in video hosting, it makes sense that YouTube TV has the edge when it comes to having an intuitive interface. Features like the multi-view option helps sports fan catch up on multiple games at once, and the unlimited DVR helps them save what they've missed. You can also combine this plan with the NFL Sunday Ticket, which YouTube TV has exclusive rights to. This Sports Plan also has regional NBC sports networks, something that DirecTV lacks.
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.