Sling TV has long been the go-to budget option for people leaving cable. It is cheaper than YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV (both $82.99/month), and it runs on almost any device. But "cheaper than the big guys" is not the same as cheap. Once you combine Orange and Blue and add locals, Sling starts to look a lot like a cable bill with a smaller channel list.
This is an honest, side by side look at KrushTV and Sling TV in 2026: what each one costs over a full year, how many channels you actually get, how sports and local channels compare, and where Sling is still a perfectly fine choice.
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The Quick Answer
If you want an official app on every device and a built-in cloud DVR, Sling TV does that well. If you want more channels, more sports networks, local stations included, two screens on every plan and a single payment for the year, KrushTV costs about one tenth as much. Sling Orange + Blue is about $732 a year. KrushTV is $75 a year, paid once.
Sling TV Prices in 2026
Sling sells two base packages that you can buy separately or together:
- Sling Orange: $45.99/month, 30+ channels
- Sling Blue: $45.99 to $54.99/month, 43+ channels (price varies by market)
- Sling Orange + Blue: $60.99/month for both
Local channels are limited on Sling, and depending on your area they can add up to $9 more a month. Many sports channels fans care about also sit in extra-cost add-ons, so the price you see on the homepage is rarely the price you end up paying.
What a Full Year Really Costs
Monthly prices hide how much you spend over time. Here is the yearly math:
- Sling Orange: $45.99 x 12 = about $552 a year
- Sling Blue: $45.99 to $54.99 x 12 = about $552 to $660 a year
- Sling Orange + Blue: $60.99 x 12 = about $732 a year
- Orange + Blue with up to $9/month in locals: up to about $840 a year
- KrushTV 1 Year plan: $75, one time ($6.25 a month)
Even the cheapest Sling package costs more than seven times KrushTV's yearly price. Against Orange + Blue, switching saves about $657 in a year. For a deeper look at paying once instead of every month, see our guide to IPTV with no monthly fee.
KrushTV vs Sling TV: Side by Side
| Feature | KrushTV | Sling TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $40 (3 mo), $60 (6 mo), $75 (1 yr) | $45.99 to $60.99/month |
| Yearly cost | $75 | About $552 to $732, more with locals |
| Billing | One-time payment, never auto-renews | Monthly subscription until you cancel |
| Live channels | 10,000+ (US, Canada, UK) | 30+ (Orange) or 43+ (Blue) |
| Movies and series | 70,000+ | Limited on-demand library |
| Local channels | ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX in many US cities, included | Limited, can cost up to $9 more a month |
| Screens at once | 2 on every plan, add 1 or 2 more | Orange allows 1 stream; varies by package |
| Cloud DVR | No (My List and Continue watching instead) | Yes |
| Apps | Own app on Firestick, Fire TV, Android; player apps elsewhere | Official app on nearly every device |
| Free trial | 3 days, no credit card | Promotions vary |
Channels and Sports
Channel count is where the gap is widest. Sling gives you 30 to 43+ channels per package. KrushTV gives you 10,000+ live channels from the US, Canada and the UK, plus 70,000+ movies and series.
For sports fans, the KrushTV lineup includes ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS Sports Network, TNT, TBS, NFL Network, NBA TV, MLB Network, NHL Network, NBC Sports regional networks, Peacock event feeds, ESPN Deportes and Fox Deportes. On Sling, several of those college and league networks typically require a separate sports add-on on top of your base package.
KrushTV also covers international sports that Sling does not focus on: TSN 1 to 5 and Sportsnet from Canada, DAZN Canada feeds, and Sky Sports and TNT Sports from the UK.
To be fair: the main ESPN channel is one of Sling Orange's biggest selling points, and KrushTV does not promise it. If a game is on ESPN, open the Sports Guide in the KrushTV app. It lists today's games with live scores and the channel each one is on, so you can see quickly where to watch.
Local Channels
Locals are a weak spot for Sling. Coverage is limited, it depends on your market, and adding them can raise your bill by up to $9 a month. That matters for Sunday football, network primetime and local news.
KrushTV includes local ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX stations in many US cities on every plan, with no extra local fee. Our guide to local channels on IPTV explains how it works.
Screens and Devices
Sling Orange allows only one stream at a time, which is tough in a house where one person wants the game and another wants a movie. Every KrushTV plan includes 2 screens at the same time. Need more? Add 1 screen for +$10 (3 or 6 months) or +$20 (1 year), or 2 screens for +$15 (3 months), +$20 (6 months) or +$40 (1 year). See how families set this up in watching on multiple TVs.
KrushTV's own app runs on Firestick, Fire TV and Android TV (Downloader code 6826306), plus Android phones and tablets. iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Smart TVs and PCs work through player apps like IPTV Smarters or TiviMate. Step by step instructions are on our setup guides page.
Where Sling TV Is Fine
Sling is a reasonable pick in a few cases:
- Official apps everywhere. You download Sling from the app store on almost any device and sign in. No player app needed.
- Cloud DVR. Sling records shows to the cloud. KrushTV offers My List and Continue watching, but not a DVR.
- You only need a handful of cable channels and the main ESPN channel is a must-have.
Where KrushTV Wins
- Price: $75 a year vs about $732 for Orange + Blue.
- Channel count: 10,000+ live channels vs 30 to 43+.
- Locals included in many US cities, no extra fee.
- One-time payment that never auto-renews, with no contract. Pay by debit or credit card, Cash App or Bitcoin.
- 2 screens on every plan.
- Family PIN that hides adult content, and 24/7 support on WhatsApp.
Which One Should You Pick?
If DVR and app store convenience matter more to you than cost, Sling will serve you. If you want the most channels and sports for the least money, KrushTV is the stronger value. The easiest way to decide is to run both side by side for a few days. Check full plan details on our pricing page, then grab a free 3-day trial and watch your usual games on it.
FAQ
How much does Sling TV cost per year compared to KrushTV?
Sling Orange + Blue is $60.99 a month, which is about $732 a year before any local channel add-on. KrushTV's 1 Year plan is $75 paid once, which works out to $6.25 a month.
Does KrushTV auto-renew like Sling TV?
No. KrushTV plans are one-time payments of $40 for 3 months, $60 for 6 months or $75 for 1 year. They never auto-renew and there is no contract. Sling TV is a monthly subscription that bills until you cancel.
Can I watch on two TVs at once with KrushTV?
Yes. Every KrushTV plan includes 2 screens at the same time. You can add 1 more screen (+$10 on 3 or 6 months, +$20 on 1 year) or 2 more screens (+$15, +$20 or +$40 depending on the plan).
Does KrushTV have local channels?
KrushTV includes local ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX stations in many US cities as part of every plan, with no extra local fee. Sling TV's locals are limited and can cost up to $9 more a month.
Can I try KrushTV before I switch from Sling TV?
Yes. KrushTV offers a free 3-day trial with no credit card. Message on WhatsApp at +1 949-594-8817 or use the chat on krushtv.com to start it. Questions? Email support.krushtv@gmail.com.
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