Quick take
Who Philo is best for
People who want a cheap cable-light package and do not care much about live sports or local broadcast channels.
Subscriber context: Public subscriber count not highlighted in this snapshot.
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Philo subscription cost
People who want a cheap cable-light package and do not care much about live sports or local broadcast channels.
Default planPhilo · $28.00/mo
Starting price$28.00/mo
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Pricing snapshot
What you should know before paying
Starting price: $28.00/mo
Free trial or free tier: 7-day free trial.
Student pricing: No public student discount is highlighted for Philo right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Current pricing
Current plans and prices
Primary source:Philo 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 Philo right now. Check the official pricing page for current eligibility.
Most popular
Philo
$28.00/mo
No public annual price highlighted
Low-cost entertainment live TV • Unlimited DVR • Ads
What changes on this plan
- Low-cost entertainment live TV
- Unlimited DVR
- Good value if you do not need sports or locals
- Note: No major sports or local broadcast focus
Deals to check
Deals, discounts, and billing hooks to check
Promotions can move quickly. Use these notes as prompts, then confirm the live offer on the official pricing page.
- 7-day free trial.
Billing notes
Free trial, annual billing, and discounts
Free trial or free tier: 7-day free trial.
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 Philo 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
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+
YouTube TV
$82.99/mo default plan
Best overall cable replacement — unlimited DVR, all major networks, NFL Sunday Ticket add-on
FAQs
Common questions
What is the cheapest Philo plan and is it worth it?
Philo's lowest paid plan is Philo at $28.00/mo. Low-cost entertainment live TV • 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 Philo cost per year?
Philo does not currently offer an annual discount. Paying monthly for the Philo plan would cost $336.00 over a full year.
Does Philo have a free trial or free tier?
7-day free trial.
How many plans does Philo have and what is the difference?
Philo currently offers one plan at $28.00/mo.
Is Philo worth the price compared to alternatives?
People who want a cheap cable-light package and do not care much about live sports or local broadcast channels. Closest competitors in Live TV include Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV. Compare features and pricing to find the best fit for your needs.
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