As more people have moved away from cable, they’ve migrated to live streaming providers, including DIRECTV STREAM.
So, what is DIRECTV STREAM? Formerly known as AT&T TV, it’s one of the most popular live streaming services for people who want to abandon their cable or satellite providers.
There are several DIRECTV STREAM packages viewers can choose from to find the one that best fits. The DIRECTV STREAM channel lineup includes family and kids’ channels, news and information, entertainment, sports, and movie options. In fact, depending on the package you choose, the number of DIRECTV STREAM channels ranges up to more than 140 channels.
How Much Does DIRECTV STREAM Cost
DIRECTV STREAM operates in a similar manner to cable and satellite companies.
The service comes with a cloud DVR with unlimited storage. Additionally, three channels can be recorded at the same time.
Or, you can add DIRECTV STREAM’s player for an additional $5/mo. for 24 months.
You can test out the service with a five-day DIRECTV STREAM free trial.
What Plans Does DIRECTV STREAM Offer Entertainment Choice Ultimate Premier Monthly Price $70/mo? $90/mo. $105/mo. $150/mo. Sales Price for the First Two Months $55/mo. $75/mo. $90/mo. $135/mo. Number of Channels 65+ 90+ 130+ 140+ Free Trial Five days Concurrent Streams Unlimited in the home;
Aside from most premium channels, the Ultimate and Premier packages include every channel DirecTV offers. In the Ultimate package, they’re available to be added on, along with other premium channels, for an additional fee.
For sports, the Entertainment package carries the most popular channels, including ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, and MotorTrend.
- ACC Network
- Big 10 Network
- ESPNews
- ESPNU
- Golf Network
- MLB Network
- NBA TV
- SEC Network
- Tennis Channel
- TVG
To get regional sports networks, you’ll have to stay away from the Entertainment package. However, each of the other three packages include local regional sports networks from Bally Sports, AT&T SportsNet, and Root Sports. Other regional sports networks that may be available depending on your location are MASN, MSG, NESN, and YES. In addition, DIRECTV STREAM is the only live TV streaming network that offers Bally Sports at the moment.
A special for this year is the inclusion of NFL Sunday Ticket Max.
The Entertainment package also carries the top:
- Entertainment channels — A&E, AMC, Comedy Central, Food Network, FX, HGTV, History Channel, Lifetime, TBS, TNT, and USA
- Family and kids’ channels — Cartoon Network, Disney Channel, Hallmark Channel, National Geographic, and Nickelodeon
- News and information channels — CNBC, CNN, Fox Business, Fox News, HLN, and MSNBC
Popular channels you’ll find in the Choice package that aren’t in the Entertainment package are:
- Entertainment — Comedy TV, Cooking Channel, Game Show Network, Heroes & Icons, OWN, and Pop TV
- Family and kids — Nick Jr., Nick Toons, and UPtv
- News and information — Cheddar News, Justice Network, Science Channel, and The Weather Network.
Can You Watch Local Channels with DIRECTV STREAM
DIRECTV STREAM provides access to most local channels, depending on where you live. This includes ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC, MyTV, PBS, and The CW. Simply enter your zip code on DIRECTV STREAM’s website to see which channels are available in your area.
What Add-Ons Are Available with DIRECTV STREAM Premium Movie Channels
While free for the first three months, the package is an additional $54/mo. beginning in the fourth month.
Each property can also be purchased individually:
- HBO Max — $15/mo.
- Cinemax — $11/mo.
- Epix — $6/mo.
- Showtime — $11/mo.
- Starz — $11/mo.
Movies Extra Pack
AMC Plus
- Shudder
- Sundance Now
- IFC Films Unlimited
International Programming
DIRECTV STREAM also has a series of international programming available:
- Brazilian, $30/mo. — TV Globo, SporTV
- Korean, $30/mo. — SBS, SBS Plus, YTN, MBC Every, MBN, EBS, National Geographic Korea, TAN, CTS, Arirang, KBS World
- Vietnamese, $20/mo. — SBTN, VIETV, Vietface TV S Channel, Film 24H, Vien Thao TV, VGN, Tviet Network, HONVIETV
- Deportes, $5/mo. — TyC Sports, Univision Deportes, Fox Deportes, ESPN Deportes
Our Final Take
With four packages and plenty of add-ons, you’re bound to find the plan that offers the programming you want.