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Compare Fubo streaming service and Spectrum cable TV service on price, features, channels and add-ons to see which is better for you.
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When it comes to watching live TV, Fubo and Spectrum offer two very different approaches. Fubo is a modern, sports-first streaming service designed for flexibility and affordability, while Spectrum is a traditional cable service with a wide range of channels but higher costs and additional fees.
Fubo is a premium streaming service with a sports-first approach, offering 200+ live channels including 50+ sports networks and extensive local sports coverage. It delivers Unlimited Cloud DVR storage, up to 10 simultaneous streams, and cutting-edge features like 4K HDR streaming and Multiview, which lets you watch up to 4 channels at once on supported devices. Eligible plans also include ESPN Unlimited, providing access to additional live events and original content. Fubo's no-contract model allows users to cancel anytime without penalties, making it ideal for cord cutters seeking flexibility.
Spectrum’s Select Signature cable plan, on the other hand, provides a traditional cable TV experience with 150+ channels and some DVR capabilities that require additional monthly fees. It comes with significant limitations, including mandatory cable box equipment, installation requirements and additional fees for equipment rental, DVR service, and broadcast TV charges that can drive up monthly costs. While Spectrum offers some regional sports networks, it lacks the comprehensive sports coverage that Fubo provides, missing key networks like CBS Sports, MLB Network, NBA TV, NHL Network, beIN Sports and more. The service also lacks modern streaming flexibility, with limited concurrent streams (only 3 outside the home) and viewing primarily tied to cable box locations.
![]() | Spectrum | |
|---|---|---|
| Plan | Pro plan | Select Signature |
| Live Channels | 200+ | 150+ |
| Monthly Price | $73.99 | $100+ (with 12-month contract) |
| Equipment Fees | $0 | Set top box fees, DVR fees |
| Hours of DVR storage | Unlimited | Limited storage (additional monthly fee) |
| Free Trial | Yes | No |
| Multiple active streams | Up to 10 | Up to 3 |
| 4K HDR streaming | ||
| No contract required |