DirecTV Stream vs Loops IPTV
In-depth comparison of DirecTV Stream and Loops IPTV across pricing, channels, 4K, device support, and editorial scores.
Last updated May 5, 2026 · By IPTVForum Editorial Team
DirecTV Stream
The most expensive US live TV streamer, and the only one that truly replaces cable for sports households
Loops IPTV
The Canadian and Québec-focused IPTV service that treats Francophone viewers as the main audience.
Editorial Verdict
Our pick: Loops IPTV
Our pick is Loops IPTV — it scores 8.6/10 versus 8.5/10, a 0.1-point edge, and leads in 3 of 6 categories.
DirecTV Stream vs Loops IPTV head-to-head
Our pick is Loops IPTV — it scores 8.6/10 versus 8.5/10, a 0.1-point edge, and leads in 3 of 6 categories. Loops IPTV carries 16,850 more live channels.
| Metric | DirecTV Stream | Loops IPTV |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest monthly | $86.99 | $7.92 |
| Live channels | 150+ | 17,000+ |
| VOD titles | 70,000+ | 42,000+ |
| Free trial | 120h | 24h |
| Max resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Max connections | 20 | 1 |
| Refund policy | No | 7 days |
Quick verdict — DirecTV Stream vs Loops IPTV
In a head-to-head test of DirecTV Stream vs Loops IPTV across pricing, channel volume, 4K output, free trial availability, refund policy, and editor scoring, Loops IPTV 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 $79.07/month — roughly $948.88 over a 12-month subscription. Loops IPTV carries the larger channel catalog at 17,000+ live streams, a 16,850-channel lead. On price alone, Loops IPTV is the more affordable option, but per-feature value depends on whether you actually use the included extras.
Key differences at a glance
- Loops IPTV undercuts the other by $79.07/month — about $948.88 cheaper over a year
- Loops IPTV offers 16,850 more live channels (17,000+ vs 150+)
- Loops IPTV offers a 7-day money-back guarantee
- DirecTV Stream ships a 28K-title larger on-demand library
- Positioning split: DirecTV Stream sits in the premium tier, Loops IPTV in the mid tier
- Catch-up windows differ — DirecTV Stream: 720h, Loops IPTV: 48h
Side-by-side site preview
Real homepage captures from our two-week 2026 review.
All plans compared
DirecTV Stream 4 plans · Loops IPTV 4 plans — sorted by length.
| 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
| Plan | Total | / month |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | $12.99 | $12.99 |
| 3 Months | $32.00 | $10.67 |
| 6 MonthsBest | $55.00 | $9.17 |
| 12 Months | $95.00 | $7.92 |
✓ 24-hour free trial available
↺ 7-day money-back guarantee
Who should pick which?
Pick DirecTV Stream if you regional sports fans in underserved rsn markets, or large households needing 5+ simultaneous streams. Its strongest area in our scorecard is quality at 9.5/10, and at $86.99/month on the longest plan it carries a small premium over Loops IPTV. The 120-hour free trial means you can validate channel availability on your own hardware before committing.
Pick Loops IPTV if you québec and french-canadian households, or francophone expats in europe and north america. Its top-rated category is pricing at 8.7/10, and at $7.92/month it lands below DirecTV Stream on monthly cost. Their 24-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
- 4K streaming
Devices
Amazon Firestick, Smart TV, iOS, Android
Payments
Credit Card, PayPal
DirecTV Stream vs Loops IPTV — Side-by-side
| Specification | DirecTV Stream | Loops IPTV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Editor Score | 8.5 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 | Loops IPTV |
| Live Channels | 150+ | 17,000+ | Loops IPTV |
| VOD Library | 70,000+ | 42,000+ | DirecTV Stream |
| From / month | $86.99 | $7.92 | Loops IPTV |
| Free trial | 120h | 24h | Tie |
| 4K available | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Tier | premium | mid | Tie |
| Refund policy | — | 7 days | Tie |
| Catch-up TV | 720h | 48h | Tie |
| PPV events | Included | — | Tie |
6-Category Score Breakdown