DIRECTV launched in 2016 and was called DIRECTV NOW at the time, with its price starting at $35 per month when it first launched. The price has increased several times since then, and it is now $74.99 per month. This is about a 114% increase in the service cost since the service first launched.
There are several reasons for the price increase. One reason is that the cost of content has increased. The channels that DIRECTV STREAM carries have become more expensive to license. Another reason is that DIRECTV STREAM has added more features, channels, and unlimited cloud DVR storage. These features have added to the cost of the service.
The price increase has made DIRECTV STREAM less affordable for some people. However, the service still offers a good value for the price. It includes a wide range of channels, and it offers a number of features that other streaming services do not.
If you are considering subscribing to YouTube TV, you should weigh the pros and cons of the service. The price has increased significantly since it launched, but it still offers a good value for the price.
Want live TV but not sports?
You could also switch over to Philo and get access to 70+ live channels, including one from Discovery, Warner Bros., and so many others. The best part is Philo starts at just $25 a month.
You can also look at Frndly TV which offers 40+ channels starting at just $5.99 a month.
So what if you want sports?
The good news is there are many great options for other streaming services if you want sports but don’t want YouTube TV. Here are just a few options.
Sling TV
Sling TV starts at just $40 a month and includes 39 channels. Plus, you get access to three streams at once and 50 hours of DVR storage with the Blue package.
Vidgo
With Vidgo, you can get access to over 150 channels starting at just $64.95 a month.
You can sign up for Vidgo HERE.
Hulu + Live TV
For as low as $69.99/mo., subscribers to Hulu + Live TV have access to over 70 channels.
Still, want more options?
FuboTV
FuboTV’s Pro plan for only $74.99/mo. The sports-oriented streaming service offers over 140 channels, 1000 hours of Cloud DVR space, and viewing up to 10 screens at home.
YouTube TV
YouTube TV offers over 60 channels starting at only $72.99/mo, and unlimited cloud DVR storage but they are removed after 9 months so you can rewatch your favorite moments.