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How Sling TV’s plans work
Sling TV currently offers several monthly plan options. Its basic lineup includes Essentials, Select, and Essentials & Select, while its full plans include Orange, Blue, and Orange & Blue.
Essentials focuses on channels such as ESPN, ESPN2, Disney Channel, and Freeform. Select includes channels such as FOX News, NFL Network, FS1, FX, and National Geographic. Orange and Blue offer broader channel lineups, while Orange & Blue combines the two plans. Sling monthly subscriptions don’t require a contract, and subscribers can cancel at any time, with access generally continuing through the end of the paid billing period.
For a complete breakdown, read our full Sling TV review.
How much do Sling TV streaming plans cost?
Sling TV Plans and Pricing
| Package Name | Price | Free Trial | Channel count |
|---|---|---|---|
Select | $19.99/mo. | — | 10+ |
Sling Orange | $45.99/mo. | — | 32+ |
Sling Blue | $45.99/mo. | — | 40+ |
Sling Orange + Sling Blue Services | $60.99/mo. | — | 46+ |
Day Pass | $4.99/day | — | 32+ |
Weekend Pass | $9.99/weekend | — | 32+ |
Week Pass | $14.99/week | — | 32+ |
Data effective as of post date.
Sling TV’s current lineup includes Essentials, Select, Essentials & Select, Orange, Blue, and Orange & Blue. Essentials includes ESPN, ESPN2, Disney Channel, and Freeform, while Select includes channels such as FOX News, NFL Network, FS1, FX, and National Geographic. Orange focuses on sports and family programming, while Blue combines news, entertainment, and sports channels.
All paid Sling subscriptions include 50 hours of Cloud DVR storage, and Unlimited DVR is available for an additional monthly fee. DVR recordings expire after nine months. Sling also offers optional channel Extras and premium services that can be added to eligible base plans.
Sling TV plans FAQ
Should I get Sling Orange or Sling Blue?
Sling Orange emphasizes sports and family channels, including ESPN, ESPN2, Disney Channel, and Freeform. Sling Blue emphasizes news and entertainment while also carrying sports channels such as FS1 and NFL Network, plus local FOX and NBC stations in designated markets. Orange & Blue combines the two lineups. The better fit depends on which specific channels you want.
What's the cheapest way to get Sling TV?
Sling Essentials and Sling Select are the service's lower-cost monthly plan options. Essentials focuses on ESPN, ESPN2, Disney Channel, Freeform, and other channels, while Select includes FOX News, NFL Network, FS1, FX, National Geographic, and other programming. Sling also offers short-term 1 Day, 3 Day, and 7 Day Passes for Orange if you only need service for a limited period.
Does Sling TV require a contract?
No. Sling's recurring monthly subscriptions don't require a contract. You can cancel at any time, and your paid access generally continues through the end of the current billing period. Sling doesn't provide prorated refunds for prepaid or partial months. Its 1 Day, 3 Day, and 7 Day Passes end automatically and don't renew.
What add-ons should I consider for Sling TV?
Sling offers channel Extras for sports, news, entertainment, kids, lifestyle, and other categories, along with premium services such as HBO Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, STARZ, and MGM+. Available Extras and channel lineups vary by base plan. Our Sling TV deals page highlights promotional offers and package discounts. For show recommendations, check out our what to watch on Sling TV guide.
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