To stream ESPN, you have several options depending on whether you want ESPN's general channels or the ESPN+ subscription service:
Streaming ESPN Channels (ESPN, ESPN2, etc.)
- Use live TV streaming services that include ESPN in their channel lineup:
- Hulu + Live TV : Offers ESPN along with 95+ channels, with a monthly fee starting around $82.99. It includes a free trial period and bundles with Disney+ and ESPN+ are available
* **YouTube TV** : Streams ESPN live and offers a free trial
* **Sling TV** : Sling Orange plan includes ESPN, starting at $46/month with promotional discounts available for new users
* **FuboTV** : Includes ESPN in its channel lineup with a 7-day free trial and competitive pricing
* **DirecTV Stream** : Offers ESPN in all packages with a 5-day free trial
These services require a subscription but often provide free trial periods to test the service.
Streaming ESPN+ (ESPN's Subscription Streaming Service)
- ESPN+ is a separate paid subscription service ($11.99/month or $119.99/year) providing access to thousands of live events including UFC, top-tier college sports, international soccer, and more
- To watch ESPN+:
- Go to ESPN.com/ESPNplus or download the ESPN app on your device.
- Sign up or log in to your ESPN+ account.
- Select live content from the ESPN+ tab within the app or website.
- ESPN+ is available on many devices including Apple and Android phones, Roku, Samsung Smart TVs, gaming consoles, Chromecast, and more
- Note: ESPN+ does not include ESPN network channels; for those, you need a TV provider subscription or one of the live TV streaming services mentioned above
Summary
Method| What You Get| Cost & Trials| Devices Supported
---|---|---|---
Hulu + Live TV| ESPN channels + Hulu library| $82.99/month, free trial
available| Mobile, Smart TVs, Roku, Fire TV, etc.
YouTube TV| ESPN channels| Free trial available| Mobile, Smart TVs, Roku, etc.
Sling TV (Orange)| ESPN channel| $46/month, first month discount| Mobile,
Smart TVs, Roku, Fire TV, etc.
FuboTV| ESPN channels + 100+ channels| $84.99/month, 7-day free trial| Mobile,
Smart TVs, Roku, Fire TV, etc.
DirecTV Stream| ESPN channels| $86.99/month, 5-day free trial| Mobile, Smart
TVs, Roku, Fire TV, etc.
ESPN+| Live sports, UFC, college sports| $11.99/month, no free trial| ESPN app
on mobile, smart TVs, consoles
You can pick the option that best fits your needs-live TV streaming services for ESPN channels or ESPN+ for additional exclusive sports content
