Sling TV is one of the least expensive, most versatile ways to watch live TV. It includes access to many of the most important sports channels. But can you use Sling to watch Bally Sports? We’ll explain all your options.
Does Sling TV Offer Bally Sports?
No. Sling dropped those channels in August of 2019.
In 2024, there are just two streaming services with all the Bally Sports channels: DIRECTV STREAM and Fubo.
If you want to keep Sling TV and you’re looking to add Bally Sports to your streaming lineup, you might consider the standalone streamer Bally Sports+. However, this streamer does not carry all the teams affiliated with Bally. You can give it a try with a 7-day FREE trial.
What Teams Play on Bally Sports+?
If your team is not listed here, you may need a full Bally Sports channel.
Which Streaming Services Carry Bally Sports in 2024?
Right now, there are just two streaming services with all the Bally Sports channels: DIRECTV STREAM and Fubo.
To get the channels on DIRECTV STREAM, you’d need the “Choice” package, which includes 35 of the top 35 cable channels, which tops Fubo’s 19.
Overall, Fubo has access to 197 channels while DIRECTV STREAM offers 220.
DIRECTV STREAM offers every major channel Fubo does, but also gives you access to A&E, AMC, Cartoon Network, CNN, Discovery, Food Network, HGTV, History, Investigation Discovery, Lifetime, TBS, TLC, TNT, Travel Channel, truTV, and WE tv.
Between the two, The Streamable recommends DIRECTV STREAM for most people.
| Feature | DIRECTV STREAM | Fubo |
|---|---|---|
| Price to Access Bally | $114.99 | $94.99 |
| Included Channels | 187 | 197 |
| Max Channels | 283 | 226 |
| Local Channels | Yes | Yes |
| Sports Channels | Yes | Yes |
| Regional Sports Networks | 37 | 35 |
| DVR | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| On-Demand Services | No | No |
| Free channels | No | Yes |
| Free Trial | 5 Days | 7 Days |
Related: Full Comparison - Fubo vs. DIRECTV STREAM ►
What Teams Play on Bally Sports Networks?
How Much Does it Cost to Watch Bally Sports?
If you choose DIRECTV STREAM, Bally Sports are available with the package that costs $114.99 / month.
Fubo includes the Bally channels on all packages, which start at $94.99 / month (including fees).
If your teams are available on Bally Sports+, the cost is $19.99 / month.
Can You Watch Bally Sports for Free?
There is no free Bally option, though DIRECTV STREAM gives you a 5-day free trial and Fubo allows a 7-day free trial.
Bally Sports+ offers 7 days for free.
Why Might You Still Want Sling TV?
We love Sling TV because of its versatility and its fantastic prices. The service gives you 27 of the top 35 cable channels.
You’ll get A&E, AMC, BET, Bravo, Cartoon Network, CNN, Comedy Central, Discovery, Disney Channel, E!, ESPN, Food Network, Fox News, Freeform, FX, HGTV, History, Investigation Discovery, Lifetime, MSNBC, Syfy, TBS, TLC, TNT, Travel Channel, truTV, and USA Network.
Sling lets you add lots of different channel packages, including tons of non-English options.
Sling TV is also quite good for sports — it’s one of the cheapest ways to watch NFL Network, ACC Network, ACC Network Extra, beIN Sports, Big Ten Network, ESPNEWS, ESPNU, Fox Sports 2, Golf Channel, MLB Network, MLB Network Strike Zone, NBA TV, NFL RedZone, NHL Network, SEC Network, SEC Network+, and Tennis Channel.