Apollo Group TV vs Sling TV
In-depth comparison of Apollo Group TV and Sling TV 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.
Sling TV
The cheapest legal live TV in the US, with flexible Orange and Blue tiers from $40/month.
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 5 of 6 categories.
Apollo Group TV vs Sling TV 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 5 of 6 categories. Apollo Group TV carries 17,950 more live channels.
| Metric | Apollo Group TV | Sling TV |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest monthly | $15.00 | $46.00 |
| Live channels | 18,000+ | 50+ |
| VOD titles | 50,000+ | 0+ |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Max resolution | 4K | FHD |
| Max connections | 1 | 4 |
| Refund policy | 7 days | No |
Quick verdict — Apollo Group TV vs Sling TV
In a head-to-head test of Apollo Group TV vs Sling TV 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 5 of 6 categories. Pricing differs by $31.00/month — roughly $372.00 over a 12-month subscription. Apollo Group TV carries the larger channel catalog at 18,000+ live streams, a 17,950-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 $31.00/month — about $372.00 cheaper over a year
- Apollo Group TV offers 17,950 more live channels (18,000+ vs 50+)
- Apollo Group TV delivers 4K streaming; Sling TV caps at FHD
- Apollo Group TV offers a 7-day money-back guarantee
- Apollo Group TV ships a 50K-title larger on-demand library
- Positioning split: Apollo Group TV sits in the premium tier, Sling TV in the mid tier
- Catch-up windows differ — Apollo Group TV: 72h, Sling TV: 168h
Side-by-side site preview
Real homepage captures from our two-week 2026 review.
All plans compared
Apollo Group TV 4 plans · Sling TV 2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Orange OR Blue | $46.00 | $46.00 |
| Orange + BlueBest | $61.00 | $61.00 |
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 Sling TV. Note that there is no free trial — start with the shortest paid plan to test.
Pick Sling TV if you budget-conscious cord-cutters under $50/month, or single-viewer households watching specific cable channels. Its top-rated category is pricing at 9.5/10, and at $46.00/month it asks a small premium over Apollo Group TV. There is no free trial; budget for a 1-month plan as your test.
What both services share
Common ground worth noting before you decide.
Features
- 7-day EPG
- catch-up TV
- multi-screen support
- anti-freeze technology
Devices
Amazon Firestick, Smart TV, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Payments
Credit Card, PayPal
Apollo Group TV vs Sling TV — Side-by-side
| Specification | Apollo Group TV | Sling TV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Editor Score | 8.6 / 10 | 8.5 / 10 | Apollo Group TV |
| Live Channels | 18,000+ | 50+ | Apollo Group TV |
| VOD Library | 50,000+ | 0+ | Apollo Group TV |
| From / month | $15.00 | $46.00 | Apollo Group TV |
| Free trial | — | — | Tie |
| 4K available | Yes | No | Apollo Group TV |
| Tier | premium | mid | Tie |
| Refund policy | 7 days | — | Tie |
| Catch-up TV | 72h | 168h | Tie |
| PPV events | Included | — | Tie |
6-Category Score Breakdown