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What is the Sling Select plan?
Sling Select is Sling TV’s budget-friendly news and sports plan, with 11 channels starting at $19.99/mo. Its headliners are Fox News, FS1, and NFL Network.
Select is essentially a trimmed-down Sling Blue. It keeps the Fox sports and news channels core, adds FX and National Geographic, and fills out with classic TV networks.
How many channels does the Sling Select plan include?
Sling markets Select as a 10+ channel plan, and the base lineup includes 11 channels. In some markets, local ABC, FOX, and NBC stations come along too.
Those local channels raise the price to $24.99 or $29.99/mo. depending on how many your area gets, and you can’t opt out of this price hike. Our Sling TV channel lineup hub compares Select with every other Sling plan.
Full Sling Select channel lineup
| Channel | Select |
|---|---|
| Fox News | ✔ |
| FS1 | ✔ |
| FX | ✔ |
| Game Show Network | ✔ |
| Grit TV | ✔ |
| Heroes and Icons | ✔ |
| Lifetime Movie Network | ✔ |
| MeTV | ✔ |
| National Geographic Channel | ✔ |
| NFL Network | ✔ |
| VICE | ✔ |
Data effective as of post date. Local channel availability varies by market.
What channels are included in Sling Select?
Select is a compact lineup with a clear focus on news, football, and nostalgia.
- News: Fox News delivers live news and opinion programming around the clock.
- Sports: FS1 and NFL Network cover college football, MLB, NASCAR, and year-round NFL coverage.
- Entertainment: FX and VICE bring prestige dramas, comedies, and documentaries.
- Nature and science: National Geographic adds wildlife and science documentaries.
- Classic TV and movies: MeTV, Heroes & Icons, Grit, Game Show Network, and Lifetime Movie Network fill in the rest.
What channels are not included in Sling Select?
ESPN is the big omission. ESPN, ESPN2, and Disney Channel all live in Sling Essentials or Sling Orange instead.
Select also skips CNN, MS NOW, TBS, TNT, USA Network, Bravo, and HGTV. If you want those, Sling Blue carries 40+ channels for $45.99/mo.
Want ESPN plus TBS and TNT in one plan? Sling Orange also costs $45.99/mo.
Can you combine Sling Select with Sling Essentials?
Yes. The Sling Essentials & Select bundle costs $34.99/mo. and adds ESPN, ESPN2, Disney Channel, and Freeform to your Select lineup.
What features does the Sling Select plan include?
Select is one of the most share-friendly budget plans Sling sells.
- Three streams: Watch on up to three devices at once, so FS1, FX, and Fox News can all play in different rooms.
- Cloud DVR: Record up to 50 hours of shows, or upgrade to unlimited DVR storage for $5/mo.
- No contract: Pay monthly and cancel anytime, or prepay for three months starting at $49.99.
- Add-ons: Sling Extras and premium channels like HBO Max and STARZ can be stacked on top.
Sling Select channel lineup FAQ
How much does Sling Select cost?
Sling Select starts at $19.99/mo. In markets where Sling includes local channels, it costs $24.99 or $29.99/mo.
Does Sling Select include Fox News?
Yes. Fox News is one of Select's headline channels, along with FS1 and NFL Network.
Does Sling Select include ESPN?
No. ESPN and ESPN2 come with Sling Essentials and Sling Orange, not Select.
Does Sling Select include local channels?
In some markets, yes. Select can include local ABC, FOX, and NBC stations depending on your ZIP code, which raises the monthly price.
How many devices can watch Sling Select at once?
Sling Select supports three simultaneous streams, compared with one stream on Sling Essentials.
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