HonestTV vs Sling TV

Same price, 70x more channels

Feature HonestTV Sling TV
Monthly Price $40/month $40/month (Orange)
Total Channels 3,500+ channels ~30 channels (Orange)
~40 channels (Blue)
~50 channels (Orange + Blue, $55/mo)
Cost Per Channel $0.01 per channel $1.33 per channel (Orange)
$1.00 per channel (Blue)
$1.10 per channel (Orange + Blue)
Sports Coverage NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, international soccer, UFC, boxing, cricket, rugby ESPN (Orange only), FS1, NFL Network (in some packages)
International Channels Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, French, Italian, Portuguese, 20+ languages Extra packages ($6-11/mo each)
Premium Channels HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax included Add-ons ($6-11/mo each)
Major Networks ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, and 3,496 more Only available in select markets (Blue package)
Contract No contract, cancel anytime Month-to-month
Hidden Fees None None (but add-ons add up quickly)
Cloud DVR Varies by provider 50 hours (200 hours with $5/mo add-on)
Simultaneous Streams 1-3 streams 1 stream (Orange)
3 streams (Blue)
4 streams (Orange + Blue)

Same price, 70x more channels

Why pay $40/mo for 30-50 channels when you can get 3,500+ for the same price?

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Why Sling TV Falls Short

Sling TV markets itself as the budget-friendly streaming option at $40/month for Orange or $55/month for Orange + Blue. But here's the problem: you only get 30-50 channels.

HonestTV costs the same $40/month but offers:

The Hidden Cost of Sling TV

Sling TV's low advertised price is misleading once you add what you actually need:

By the time you get decent coverage, you're paying YouTube TV prices for fewer channels than HonestTV's base package.

What You Get With HonestTV

No Package Confusion

Sling forces you to choose Orange or Blue (or pay $55 for both). HonestTV gives you everything in one package — no confusing choices or add-on fees.

All Major Networks

ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox — all included. Sling only offers these in select markets and you need the Blue package. We have them everywhere.

Sports Without Add-Ons

Every major league (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL) plus international soccer, cricket, rugby, and more. Sling charges $11/mo extra for Sports Extra. We include it all.

Premium Channels Included

HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax are already included. Sling charges $6-11/mo per add-on. That's $24-44/mo extra for what we include free.

Channel Comparison

Sling TV Orange ($40/mo): 30 channels including ESPN, TBS, TNT, CNN, Food Network

Sling TV Blue ($40/mo): 40 channels including Fox, NBC, FS1, FX, USA Network

Sling TV Orange + Blue ($55/mo): 50 channels combining both packages

HonestTV ($40/mo): 3,500+ channels including everything above PLUS:

Is HonestTV Right for You?

Choose HonestTV if you want:

Stick with Sling TV if you:

How to Switch From Sling TV to HonestTV

Switching takes less than 5 minutes:

Real User Testimonials

Former Sling TV users who switched to HonestTV say:

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Frequently Asked Questions

HonestTV and Sling TV both cost around $40/month, but HonestTV delivers far more value. You get 3,500+ channels with HonestTV versus Sling TV's ~50 channels — that's 70x more content for the same price. Plus, HonestTV includes all major networks and premium channels without confusing package choices or add-on fees.
HonestTV offers 3,500+ channels including sports, movies, news, and international content in 20+ languages. Sling TV provides 30-50 channels depending on which package you choose (Orange or Blue). HonestTV includes premium channels like HBO, Showtime, and Starz at no extra cost, while Sling charges additional fees for premium content and sports packages.
No. HonestTV has no contracts, no commitments, and no cancellation fees. You can cancel anytime. We offer a 7-day free trial so you can test the service risk-free before committing.
Yes. HonestTV works on Android TV, Fire TV, smart TVs, and any device with a web browser. You can also cast from your phone to your TV using Chromecast or similar devices. Setup takes less than 5 minutes.
No catch. HonestTV uses IPTV technology, which delivers channels over the internet instead of traditional cable infrastructure. This lets us offer more channels at a lower cost. We operate with proper broadcast licensing and content agreements. Unlike Sling TV's confusing Orange vs Blue packages, we include everything in one simple plan — you get 70x more channels for the same $40/month price.