[Debbraham]

Xfinity has gotten out of control for monthly costs. Would like to cut the cord…either Hulu tv or YouTube tv? Would welcome any thoughts or experiences and difference in costs. Also how difficult is it to install? Install in more than one room? Can you still record programs? Thanks!

[spd2918]

We use Spectrum internet with our smart TV. We pay for Netflix and have Amazon Prime. Much cheaper.

You can do this without a smart TV if you add an inexpensive Roku or Firestick.

If you are a sports nut, you will have to add those pay channels, but its much cheaper than the whole cable bill.

[Papa_lecki]

I tried both. I have YouTube TV now.

It is hard to comment on the channels offered - its been a while since I had Live Hulu

What I like about YouTubeTV is I can use it in various zip codes as much as I want. Hulu only allows 2 or 3 zip code changes a year.
So, my kids both share our YouTube TV. We use it in TV as well as home.

[MrFlorida]

Cutting the cord ? You mean cutting the TV programming, you still need the cord for internet .

[billethkid]

How accessible are the local channels (ABC, NBC, CBS)
Where a large percent of evening programming is located (that we prefer).

Recording capability is a must as well.

[dewilson58]

YouTube is great.

Very easy to sign-up & download.

Plus......it travels with you.
Where ever you go, it goes.
I have one child on it in Colorado & it's free to her.

You can customized the channel line-up.

Free recording.

High quality picture.

Good Luck.

[elevatorman]

First thing I did was get T-Mobile Home Internet.Look here Unlimited High-Speed 5G Home Internet Service Plans | T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
$50.00 includes tax / month

Next I purchased a ROKU Streaming device on Amazon Amazon.com
$29.00 one time (if you have a smart TV you may not need ROKU just go to the App store and download an APP. I got the device because the remote works everything and is easy to understand how to use it.


Then I got youtube TV $64.99 / month for 85+ channels for the base added ALL the premium channels for about $50.00 / month.I also have Prime, Netflix & Britbox. (Important note: ROKU does not have the Youtube TV app. You have to go to Youtube then go left & down to the bottom to find YouTube TV.

YouTube TV - Watch & DVR Live Sports, Shows & News

There are other services available like Sling, Hulu, Fubu and others. I have been told FUBU is the best for sports.

Finally, I did all this about 2 weeks before I cancelled Xfinity. I wanted to make sure everything worked before I turned in all the Xfinity stuff. We have been using this set up for about 2 months with no problems. I only have installed on 2 of 5 TVs. I will do the others eventually.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

Good service or bad service I’m staying with direct tv as long as they have the NFL ticket

[Misky1951]

Go to supposetv.com. it compares most streaming services and shows what channels are listed. I found that YouTube tv had the most channels that I wanted.

[JMintzer]

I use Direct TV Now, or AT&T TV streaming (whatever they're calling it this week). I get a discount since I bundle it with by cell service. I added HBO Max for $5/month, added Netflix (share Hulu with one of the kids, who glom onto my Netflix) and have Amazon Prime (included with Amazon Prime)

I use Spectrum as my internet service.

The TV is hooked up using an Amazon Firestick, and everything else is WiFi, as well. The Spectrum router reaches everywhere (even the garage), but when I get around to it, I'll replace it with a better NetGear router, to save the monthly rental...

[baustgen]

Been on You Tube for 2 weeks. $100 per month cheaper than my cable bill. Smart tv, no problem. Dumb tv needs Amazon Firestick. $39. Both easy to set up. Picture cuts out for 2 seconds about once an hour. Can live with it. Able to record but must get use to replay procedures. Snowbirds so will eliminate another $160 when I move YouTube back and forth to Indiana. Cost $100 for two Fire Sticks. Save $260 per month.

There is a learning curve.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

I use Direct TV Now, or AT&T TV streaming (whatever they're calling it this week). I get a discount since I bundle it with by cell service. I added HBO Max for $5/month, added Netflix (share Hulu with one of the kids, who glom onto my Netflix) and have Amazon Prime (included with Amazon Prime)

I use Spectrum as my internet service.

The TV is hooked up using an Amazon Firestick, and everything else is WiFi, as well. The Spectrum router reaches everywhere (even the garage), but when I get around to it, I'll replace it with a better NetGear router, to save the monthly rental...

I have no idea what your talking about lol

[capecoralbill]

Originally Posted by baustgen

Been on You Tube for 2 weeks.

Able to record but must get use to replay procedures.

There is a learning curve.

I cannot figure out how utube record and playback works
, lots more difficult than comcast.

[Bonnevie]

currently my Xfinity bill is $133 a month for tons of channels, dvr, and internet. so for me, I don't see a lot of cost savings cutting cord vs convenience of Xfinity. come up for new contract in April so will see if they will continue it.

[Indy-Guy]

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Youtube tv is a streaming service offering what most of us would call everyday TV ABC---NBC--- CBS----FOX---ESPN---

Youtube is a free streaming service where you can search categories of you choice and receive video input on those categories. Everything that you can think of. For a monthly fee you will receive ad free programing.

Youtube and Youtube TV are two separate things. They are both owned by Google. I use both and enjoy them.

Many people are missing a lot by not using youtube on your TV it is very informative and entertaining. I watch concerts---sports information---documentaries and so much more all there for no cost. Just search your area of interest. Also a lot of information about The Villages.