Watch your shows on the go
Some people are put off from purchasing a cable subscription because of restricting contracts. Luckily, Sling TV doesn’t tie you down. It is a live TV service that lets you stream cable TV channels through your computer, mobile device, Smart TV, and much more. The platform gives you three different subscriptions to match your budget and the channels you like.
Subscription preferences
Sling TV lets you keep up with some of your favorite TV shows.
Sling TV gives you three different subscriptions: Sling Orange, Sling Blue, and Sling Orange+Blue. Orange will give you 30 live channels such as AMC, and ESPN, but you'll only be able to use one device to stream the channels.
Sling Blue has 42 live channels and is available on three devices. This subscription also has the same price as Sling Orange. However, you won't find certain channels like ESPN and Disney in this subscription package. To get access to all the channels you want to see, your best option is Sling Orange+Blue -- a fusion of the prior two subscription.
Of course, if you don't want to take the plunge with such a choice, then take advantage of the add-on services. It's great considering that you can boost your channel lineup easily. For example, Sports Extra for Sling Orange lets you add niche sports channels like NBA TV, which is technically offered by Sling Blue.
No-contract subscription
Another standout feature of Sling TV is its monthly payment basis. This is ideal for those who are wary about signing contact agreements with cable or live TV service providers. If at one point you don't want to continue with your subscription, simply cancel and voilà. Couple that with not having to pay an early termination fee and the app becomes more tempting to have.
Mobile app performance
One of the key features of Sling TV is its portability. Uh-oh, though! This is where you might encounter problems. If the app loses network connection, it tends to crash or freeze. Also, the search function is a hit-or-miss: typing the name of a specific show can give you a slew of content that is not related to what you want to watch.
Where can you run this program?
Sling TV is available on Android devices with 4.4 OS version or better, as well as Apple devices with iOS 11.0 or better. You can also download the app for Roku TV, Chromecast, and Xbox One.
Is there a better alternative?
There are other live channel services such as Philo. The company’s selling point is its cheap subscription-per-channel ratio. Its low-tiered subscription can give you as many as 43 channels to choose from.
Our take
Sling TV delivers an affordable subscription service plan and zero early termination fees. Although there may be the occasional crash, the app is on overall great alternative to contracted cable services.
Should you download it?
Yes. Sling TV is an ideal app to enjoy your favorite TV channels without any contract obligations.
