DirecTV Stream vs Press IPTV
In-depth comparison of DirecTV Stream and Press 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
Press IPTV
UK-first IPTV with rock-solid Premier League streaming at £7.50/month.
Editorial Verdict
Our pick: Press IPTV
Our pick is Press IPTV — it scores 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10, a 0.5-point edge, and leads in 3 of 6 categories.
DirecTV Stream vs Press IPTV head-to-head
Our pick is Press IPTV — it scores 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10, a 0.5-point edge, and leads in 3 of 6 categories. Press IPTV carries 19,850 more live channels.
| Metric | DirecTV Stream | Press IPTV |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest monthly | $86.99 | $7.50 |
| Live channels | 150+ | 20,000+ |
| VOD titles | 70,000+ | 50,000+ |
| Free trial | 120h | 24h |
| Max resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Max connections | 20 | 1 |
| Refund policy | No | 7 days |
Quick verdict — DirecTV Stream vs Press IPTV
In a head-to-head test of DirecTV Stream vs Press IPTV across pricing, channel volume, 4K output, free trial availability, refund policy, and editor scoring, Press IPTV comes out ahead with a 9.0/10 editor score versus 8.5/10, a 0.5-point edge, while leading in 3 of 6 categories. Pricing differs by $79.49/month — roughly $953.88 over a 12-month subscription. Press IPTV carries the larger channel catalog at 20,000+ live streams, a 19,850-channel lead. On price alone, Press IPTV is the more affordable option, but per-feature value depends on whether you actually use the included extras.
Key differences at a glance
- Press IPTV undercuts the other by $79.49/month — about $953.88 cheaper over a year
- Press IPTV offers 19,850 more live channels (20,000+ vs 150+)
- Press IPTV offers a 7-day money-back guarantee
- DirecTV Stream ships a 20K-title larger on-demand library
- Positioning split: DirecTV Stream sits in the premium tier, Press IPTV in the mid tier
- Catch-up windows differ — DirecTV Stream: 720h, Press IPTV: 72h
Side-by-side site preview
Real homepage captures from our two-week 2026 review.
All plans compared
DirecTV Stream 4 plans · Press 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 | $13.00 | $13.00 |
| 3 Months | $33.00 | $11.00 |
| 6 MonthsBest | $55.00 | $9.17 |
| 12 Months | $90.00 | $7.50 |
✓ 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 Press IPTV. The 120-hour free trial means you can validate channel availability on your own hardware before committing.
Pick Press IPTV if you uk expats wanting british telly abroad, or premier league and uk football fans. Its top-rated category is channels at 9.0/10, and at $7.50/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 Press IPTV — Side-by-side
| Specification | DirecTV Stream | Press IPTV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Editor Score | 8.5 / 10 | 9.0 / 10 | Press IPTV |
| Live Channels | 150+ | 20,000+ | Press IPTV |
| VOD Library | 70,000+ | 50,000+ | DirecTV Stream |
| From / month | $86.99 | $7.50 | Press IPTV |
| Free trial | 120h | 24h | Tie |
| 4K available | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Tier | premium | mid | Tie |
| Refund policy | — | 7 days | Tie |
| Catch-up TV | 720h | 72h | Tie |
| PPV events | Included | — | Tie |
6-Category Score Breakdown