Good news: There is always something happening on the sports calendar. Bad news: It can often feel like you are navigating your way through a wildly confusing maze in order to find the best way to watch the biggest events of the year.
If you have left cable behind and are searching for a strong streaming option, look no further than Sling TV. The popular service allows viewers to watch a wide range of live games, and the ability to customize a plan means that you can get exactly what you want for a great price.
Here is everything you need to know about Sling, including the plans that are currently available for subscribers.
What are the Sling TV subscription plans and prices?
Sling offers three basic plans, plus additional upgrades. Here is a breakdown of each plan:
Sling Orange ($40 per month/$20 for first month)
- 32 channels
- Access to Disney channels like ESPN and Freeform
- 50 hours of DVR
- No long-term contracts
Sling Blue ($40 per month/$20 for first month)
- 40 channels
- Access to local channels in select markets
- 50 hours of DVR
- No long-term contracts
Sling Orange + Blue ($55 per month/$27.50 for first month)
- 44 channels
- Most comprehensive package
- 50 hours of DVR
- No long-term contracts
Add-ons
- DVR Plus ($5 per month)
- Sports Extra ($11 per month)
- Total TV Deal with all Extras ($21 per month)
Does Sling TV have a free trial?
No, Sling is not currently offering a free trial, but there are promotional discounts for the Orange, Blue and Orange + Blue plans. Right now, you can get half off the base price of any plan.
Sling does not require you to sign a contract or commit to an annual plan, so you can start or stop your service anytime.
What sports channels are on Sling TV?
Sling features plenty of channels that broadcast live sports as part of the Orange, Blue and Orange + Blue plans.
Sling Orange
- ESPN
- ESPN2
- ESPN3 (ABC games are simulcast on ESPN3)
- TBS
- TNT
Sling Blue
- FS1
- NFL Network
- TBS
- TNT
- truTV
- USA Network
Sling Orange + Blue
- ESPN
- ESPN2
- ESPN3 (ABC games are simulcast on ESPN3)
- FS1
- NFL Network
- TBS
- TNT
- USA Network
Sports Extra (add-on)
- ACC Network
- ACC Network Extra
- beIN Sports
- ESPN News
- ESPNU
- Longhorn Network
- MLB Network
- MLB Network Strike Zone
- NBA TV
- NHL Network
- SEC Network
- SEC Network+
- Tennis Channel
What sports are available to watch on Sling TV?
Sling covers a variety of professional and collegiate sports. MLB, NBA, NFL and NHL games are shown on Sling channels, as well as the biggest college basketball and football matchups.
How do I sign up for Sling TV?
You can create a Sling account by clicking on this link. You will be able to choose the Orange, Blue or Orange + Blue plan.
Once you have provided a method of payment, you will be able to start streaming your favorite sports.
What devices can I watch Sling TV on?
Sling is available on the following devices:
TVs and players
- AirTV Mini
- Amazon Echo Show
- Amazon Fire
- Android/Google TV
- Apple TV
- Chromecast
- Cox
- Google Nest
- LG
- Roku
- Samsung
- TiVo Stream
- Vizio
- Xfinity
Phones and computers
- Amazon Fire tablets
- Android mobile
- Chrome
- iOs 11
- Safari
- Windows 10
Gaming consoles
