Quick take
Who DirecTV Stream is best for
Viewers who want a more traditional cable-style channel package and are willing to pay a premium for it.
Subscriber context: Public subscriber count not highlighted in this snapshot.
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DirecTV Stream subscription cost
Viewers who want a more traditional cable-style channel package and are willing to pay a premium for it.
Default planChoice · $114.99/mo
Starting price$86.99/mo
Official sourceLinked below
Pricing snapshot
What you should know before paying
Starting price: $86.99/mo
Free trial or free tier: Check the DirecTV Stream official page for any active free trial offers.
Student pricing: No public student discount is highlighted for DirecTV Stream right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Current pricing
Current plans and prices
Primary source:DirecTV Stream official pricing
Prices verified: March 30, 2026
Prices change: Prices and promotions can change quickly, so always confirm the current terms on the official provider page before you subscribe, upgrade, or cancel.
Student pricing: No public student discount is highlighted for DirecTV Stream right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Ad-supported
Entertainment
$86.99/mo
No public annual price highlighted
Major cable-style lineup • Unlimited DVR • Ads
What changes on this plan
- Major cable-style lineup
- Unlimited DVR
- Regional sports positioning on higher plans
- Note: One of the priciest base live-TV options
Most popular
Choice
$114.99/mo
No public annual price highlighted
Broader channel lineup • Regional sports access in many markets • Ads
What changes on this plan
- Broader channel lineup
- Regional sports access in many markets
- Note: Very expensive compared with mainstream streaming bundles
Billing notes
Free trial, annual billing, and discounts
Free trial or free tier: Check the DirecTV Stream official page for any active free trial offers.
Annual comparison: No annual benchmark is highlighted in this snapshot, so monthly pricing is the clearest comparison point.
Student pricing: No public student discount is highlighted for DirecTV Stream right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Before you subscribe
What to double-check on the official page
Prices and promotions can change quickly, so always confirm the current terms on the official provider page before you subscribe, upgrade, or cancel.
Check billing frequency, cancellation terms, and whether any limited-time discounts are still active.
Closest competitors
Services that are closest to this one
Fubo
$84.99/mo default plan
Sports-heavy households that value channel breadth and live sports options more than the lowest possible monthly bill.
Hulu + Live TV
$82.99/mo default plan
Live TV bundled with Hulu's full library plus Disney+ and ESPN+
YouTube TV
$82.99/mo default plan
Best overall cable replacement — unlimited DVR, all major networks, NFL Sunday Ticket add-on
Lower-cost options
Cheaper substitutes worth checking
Philo
$28.00/mo default plan
People who want a cheap cable-light package and do not care much about live sports or local broadcast channels.
Sling TV
$40.00/mo default plan
Cheapest live TV — good for sports fans on a budget who don't need every channel
Hulu + Live TV
$82.99/mo default plan
Live TV bundled with Hulu's full library plus Disney+ and ESPN+
FAQs
Common questions
What is the cheapest DirecTV Stream plan and is it worth it?
DirecTV Stream's lowest paid plan is Entertainment at $86.99/mo. Major cable-style lineup • Unlimited DVR • Ads Compare this against alternatives in Live TV to see if the price-to-feature tradeoff makes sense for your use case.
How much does DirecTV Stream cost per year?
DirecTV Stream does not currently offer an annual discount. Paying monthly for the Choice plan would cost $1,379.88 over a full year.
Does DirecTV Stream have a free trial or free tier?
Check the DirecTV Stream official page for any active free trial offers.
How many plans does DirecTV Stream have and what is the difference?
DirecTV Stream offers 2 plans ranging from $86.99/mo to $114.99/mo. The main differences between plans typically include content quality, concurrent streams or seats, and whether ads are shown. See the full plan comparison above for details.
Is DirecTV Stream worth the price compared to alternatives?
Viewers who want a more traditional cable-style channel package and are willing to pay a premium for it. Closest competitors in Live TV include Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV. Compare features and pricing to find the best fit for your needs.
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