YouTube TV: Live TV & more

Live TV without a cable box

YouTube TV: Live TV & more is an entertainment app for watching live broadcast, cable, news, sports and lifestyle channels over the internet. It suits viewers who want a traditional TV channel lineup on a phone, tablet, computer or compatible television, without relying on a cable box.

Channels, sports and recording

The service brings together more than 100 networks, including major broadcast channels and familiar options such as CBS, FOX, NBC, CNN, HGTV, TNT, AMC and the NFL Network. Availability includes local news and sports in supported areas, while the wider lineup covers entertainment, children’s programming and national news.

• Watch live television across supported devices.
• Record programs with cloud DVR storage, with recordings kept for nine months.
• Use separate accounts and recommendations for members of the same household, with up to six accounts available.
• Access is provided through a month-to-month membership that can be cancelled without a long-term contract.

What the numbers say

Google LLC’s app has a 3.83 rating from 156,903 reviews and sits in the 10,000,000+ install range. That is a substantial review sample and user base, giving the score more context than a high rating supported by only a handful of opinions. The rating is positive overall, but it also leaves room for differences in experience across channel availability, device support and the paid membership model.

Who should consider it

YouTube TV is best suited to people replacing a conventional TV subscription, especially households that want live channels, local coverage where available and shared profiles. It is less relevant if you mainly watch on-demand video or do not want a recurring membership. The app is listed under Entertainment and is developed by Google LLC.