The Cost of Streaming Is Rising, But Deals Still Exist
Streaming services continue to raise prices, making subscriptions nearly as expensive as traditional cable. However, one key advantage remains: no contracts. This flexibility allows users to sign up for deals, binge their favorite shows, and cancel without penalties.
To maximize savings, consider subscribing only when a service offers a discount or when a must-watch show drops—like Doctor Who, Severance, or The Last of Us. Once you’ve finished watching, cancel and wait for the next deal. Since promotions aren’t always easy to spot, we’ve compiled the best current streaming discounts.
Best Streaming Deals
True streaming deals are rare, often appearing around Black Friday. Most discounts apply to ad-supported tiers, but occasionally, ad-free options get price cuts. If you can wait, subscribing during a promotion saves money—and you can always cancel before the price increases.
Current Discounts:
Sling Orange for $23/month (50% off first month) – New customers get half off Sling Orange or Blue for the first month. Orange is ideal for sports fans, while Blue includes more news and entertainment.
YouTube TV for $60/month (two months, $46 off) – New subscribers get two months at a reduced rate, plus a free 21-day trial. The service includes 100+ channels and unlimited DVR.
Fubo Pro for $65/month ($20 off first month) – Fubo’s introductory discount includes 224 channels, regional sports, and 10 simultaneous streams.
Sling TV + MLB.TV for $30 off – New subscribers adding MLB.TV get $30 off their first month, including out-of-market games.
Spotify Premium (1 month free) – First-time users get a free month of ad-free music and podcasts.
Student Discounts
HBO Max for $5/month (50% off) – Students get the ad-supported tier at half price for up to 12 months.
Hulu for $2/month (75% off) – Students keep the discounted rate as long as they’re enrolled.
Spotify Premium + Hulu for $6/month – A bundled deal offering both services at a steep discount.
NBA League Pass for $120/year (40% off) – Students get full access to live and archived games.
Peacock for $48/year (50% off) – First responders and medical professionals qualify for the discount.
Streaming Bundle Discounts
Bundles can save money if you use multiple services, but they’re pricier than single subscriptions. Annual plans also offer long-term savings.
Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max for $17/month – The ad-supported bundle cuts costs by 43%.
Disney+ and Hulu Premium for $20/month – Ad-free versions of both services, saving 42%.
Paramount+ with Showtime for $13/month – Includes ad-free Paramount+ and Showtime content.
Sling TV + HBO Max from $53/month – New subscribers get 50% off the first month plus $5 off ongoing.
Hulu + Live TV with Disney+ and ESPN+ for $96/month – Combines live TV with three streaming services.
Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ for $17/month – The ad-supported trio saves 46%.
Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ Premium for $27/month – Ad-free access across all three platforms.
Final Thoughts
Streaming prices may be climbing, but strategic subscriptions and timely cancellations can keep costs manageable. Keep an eye out for promotions, especially during holidays, and take advantage of student or first responder discounts where applicable. Flexibility is the key to saving in the streaming era.
