Fubo vs YouTube TV
In-depth comparison of Fubo and YouTube TV across pricing, channels, 4K, device support, and editorial scores.
Last updated May 5, 2026 · By IPTVForum Editorial Team
Fubo
The sports-first streamer with the deepest international soccer coverage in North America
YouTube TV
The most polished US live TV streamer, with unlimited DVR and the best local channel coverage in the business
Editorial Verdict
Our pick: Fubo
Our pick is Fubo — scores are level at 9.0/10, but it edges ahead by leading in 2 of 6 head-to-head categories.
Fubo vs YouTube TV head-to-head
Our pick is Fubo — scores are level at 9.0/10, but it edges ahead by leading in 2 of 6 head-to-head categories. Fubo carries 100 more live channels.
| Metric | Fubo | YouTube TV |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest monthly | $32.99 | $82.99 |
| Live channels | 200+ | 100+ |
| VOD titles | 30,000+ | 50,000+ |
| Free trial | 168h | 168h |
| Max resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Max connections | 10 | 3 |
| Refund policy | No | No |
Quick verdict — Fubo vs YouTube TV
In a head-to-head test of Fubo vs YouTube TV across pricing, channel volume, 4K output, free trial availability, refund policy, and editor scoring, Fubo comes out ahead with a 9.0/10 editor score versus 9.0/10, while leading in 2 of 6 categories. Pricing differs by $50.00/month — roughly $600.00 over a 12-month subscription. Fubo carries the larger channel catalog at 200+ live streams, a 100-channel lead. On price alone, Fubo is the more affordable option, but per-feature value depends on whether you actually use the included extras.
Key differences at a glance
- Fubo undercuts the other by $50.00/month — about $600.00 cheaper over a year
- YouTube TV ships a 20K-title larger on-demand library
Side-by-side site preview
Real homepage captures from our two-week 2026 review.
All plans compared
Fubo 3 plans · YouTube TV 2 plans — sorted by length.
| Plan | Total | / month |
|---|---|---|
| ProBest | $84.99 | $84.99 |
| Elite | $94.99 | $94.99 |
| Latino | $32.99 | $32.99 |
✓ 168-hour free trial available
| Plan | Total | / month |
|---|---|---|
| Base PlanBest | $82.99 | $82.99 |
| 4K Plus Add-on | $92.99 | $92.99 |
✓ 168-hour free trial available
Who should pick which?
Pick Fubo if you international soccer fans tracking multiple european leagues, or nfl sunday and college football households. Its strongest area in our scorecard is channels at 9.5/10, and at $32.99/month on the longest plan it comes in cheaper than YouTube TV. The 168-hour free trial means you can validate channel availability on your own hardware before committing.
Pick YouTube TV if you nfl sunday ticket viewers and heavy sports fans, or multi-user households needing unlimited dvr and profiles. Its top-rated category is reliability at 9.5/10, and at $82.99/month it asks a small premium over Fubo. Their 168-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, Roku, Apple TV, Smart TV, iOS, Android +1 more
Payments
Credit Card, PayPal
Fubo vs YouTube TV — Side-by-side
| Specification | Fubo | YouTube TV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Editor Score | 9.0 / 10 | 9.0 / 10 | Tie |
| Live Channels | 200+ | 100+ | Fubo |
| VOD Library | 30,000+ | 50,000+ | YouTube TV |
| From / month | $32.99 | $82.99 | Fubo |
| Free trial | 168h | 168h | Tie |
| 4K available | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Tier | premium | premium | Tie |
| Refund policy | — | — | Tie |
| Catch-up TV | 168h | 168h | Tie |
| PPV events | Included | — | Tie |
6-Category Score Breakdown