Apollo Group TV vs DirecTV Stream
In-depth comparison of Apollo Group TV and DirecTV Stream across pricing, channels, 4K, device support, and editorial scores.
Last updated May 5, 2026 · By IPTVForum Editorial Team
Apollo Group TV
A premium $15/month IPTV service with 50K VOD titles, included PPV, and stream quality that justifies the price.
DirecTV Stream
The most expensive US live TV streamer, and the only one that truly replaces cable for sports households
Editorial Verdict
Our pick: Apollo Group TV
Our pick is Apollo Group TV — it scores 8.6/10 versus 8.5/10, a 0.1-point edge, and leads in 3 of 6 categories.
Apollo Group TV vs DirecTV Stream head-to-head
Our pick is Apollo Group TV — it scores 8.6/10 versus 8.5/10, a 0.1-point edge, and leads in 3 of 6 categories. Apollo Group TV carries 17,850 more live channels.
| Metric | Apollo Group TV | DirecTV Stream |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest monthly | $15.00 | $86.99 |
| Live channels | 18,000+ | 150+ |
| VOD titles | 50,000+ | 70,000+ |
| Free trial | No | 120h |
| Max resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Max connections | 1 | 20 |
| Refund policy | 7 days | No |
Quick verdict — Apollo Group TV vs DirecTV Stream
In a head-to-head test of Apollo Group TV vs DirecTV Stream across pricing, channel volume, 4K output, free trial availability, refund policy, and editor scoring, Apollo Group TV comes out ahead with a 8.6/10 editor score versus 8.5/10, a 0.1-point edge, while leading in 3 of 6 categories. Pricing differs by $71.99/month — roughly $863.88 over a 12-month subscription. Apollo Group TV carries the larger channel catalog at 18,000+ live streams, a 17,850-channel lead. On price alone, Apollo Group TV is the more affordable option, but per-feature value depends on whether you actually use the included extras.
Key differences at a glance
- Apollo Group TV undercuts the other by $71.99/month — about $863.88 cheaper over a year
- Apollo Group TV offers 17,850 more live channels (18,000+ vs 150+)
- DirecTV Stream includes a 120-hour free trial; Apollo Group TV does not
- Apollo Group TV offers a 7-day money-back guarantee
- DirecTV Stream ships a 20K-title larger on-demand library
- Catch-up windows differ — Apollo Group TV: 72h, DirecTV Stream: 720h
Side-by-side site preview
Real homepage captures from our two-week 2026 review.
All plans compared
Apollo Group TV 4 plans · DirecTV Stream 4 plans — sorted by length.
| Plan | Total | / month |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | $24.90 | $24.90 |
| 3 Months | $65.00 | $21.67 |
| 6 MonthsBest | $110.00 | $18.33 |
| 12 Months | $180.00 | $15.00 |
↺ 7-day money-back guarantee
| Plan | Total | / month |
|---|---|---|
| Entertainment | $86.99 | $86.99 |
| ChoiceBest | $108.99 | $108.99 |
| Ultimate | $132.99 | $132.99 |
| Premier | $164.99 | $164.99 |
✓ 120-hour free trial available
Who should pick which?
Pick Apollo Group TV if you ppv combat sports fans who'd otherwise pay per event, or heavy vod watchers who want a netflix-style catalog alongside live tv. Its strongest area in our scorecard is quality at 9.0/10, and at $15.00/month on the longest plan it comes in cheaper than DirecTV Stream. Note that there is no free trial — start with the shortest paid plan to test.
Pick DirecTV Stream if you regional sports fans in underserved rsn markets, or large households needing 5+ simultaneous streams. Its top-rated category is quality at 9.5/10, and at $86.99/month it asks a small premium over Apollo Group TV. Their 120-hour trial is the safer first step.
What both services share
Common ground worth noting before you decide.
Features
- 7-day EPG
- catch-up TV
- multi-screen support
- anti-freeze technology
- VOD library
- PPV events
Devices
Amazon Firestick, Smart TV, iOS, Android
Payments
Credit Card, PayPal
Apollo Group TV vs DirecTV Stream — Side-by-side
| Specification | Apollo Group TV | DirecTV Stream | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Editor Score | 8.6 / 10 | 8.5 / 10 | Apollo Group TV |
| Live Channels | 18,000+ | 150+ | Apollo Group TV |
| VOD Library | 50,000+ | 70,000+ | DirecTV Stream |
| From / month | $15.00 | $86.99 | Apollo Group TV |
| Free trial | — | 120h | DirecTV Stream |
| 4K available | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Tier | premium | premium | Tie |
| Refund policy | 7 days | — | Tie |
| Catch-up TV | 72h | 720h | Tie |
| PPV events | Included | Included | Tie |
6-Category Score Breakdown