Having tested YouTube TV in 2021, I knew that YouTube TV (nearly) has it all. Its unlimited DVR cap beats Sling TV's 50-hour limitation, its app is cleaner and more streamlined than Sling's.

Below, you'll find a chart that shows the top 100 channels across all six services. Note that not every service has a worthy 100. There are actually seven listed because Sling TV has two "base" tiers, ...

We tested Sling TV for several weeks to see how their pricing, offerings, and channel customization stands up to other ...

Sling TV and YouTube TV both have zero contracts and offer a free trial. And while they change often, both of them give you at least 5-7 days to enjoy and test the service before you decide to ...

When I signed up, Sling Blue was a relatively affordable $35 per month. $30 cheaper than YouTube TV ($65) back then.

Sling TV offers 30-50 channels, depending on whether you choose Sling Orange or Sling Blue. Channels include ESPN, CNN, AMC, and more, but it has fewer local channels than YouTube TV or Hulu.

Sling TV gives you two subscription options with the Orange and Blue plan. With Orange, you get 34 channels with eight exclusive channels such as ESPN, Disney Channel, and FreeForm.

This alone isn't worth a $20 bump, but it doesn't hurt. So many channels Any kind of cable replacement needs a solid channel lineup. Between Sling and YouTube TV, there's no competition.

Enter Sling TV. While YouTube TV is now the most expensive offering for streaming cable and local channels, Sling is far and away the cheapest, starting at $30 monthly.

Sling TV ($30) Best bargain Sarah Tew/CNET If you want to save a little money, and don't mind missing out on local channels, then Sling TV -- in particular the Sling Blue package -- is the best of ...

However, if you want to give YouTube TV a shot, they do offer a 7-day trial (just as long as the trial Sling TV offers). Sadly, YouTube TV doesn’t offer any promotions for getting a free ...