The Super Bowl is almost here, and there are numerous ways you can watch for free this year. From cord cutting to never having had cable service before – there are various means by which to watch this year’s Big Game!
Fox will live-stream this year’s Super Bowl on Tubi, its free ad-supported service acquired in 2020. Fox hopes that this move will promote Tubi’s growing audience while appealing to cord-cutters.
1. Sling TV
Sling TV was one of the first streaming services to offer live television without long-term contracts and has long been considered an Editors’ Choice pick among cord cutters. Perfect for watching big sports games or Law & Order on-the-go, Sling TV works seamlessly with most media players (such as streaming devices and smart TVs ).
Sling offers two plans, Sling Orange and Sling Blue, to meet various cable and satellite channel needs, with the latter offering access to local NBC and ABC affiliate channels in select markets. Sports enthusiasts may add the Sports Extra package for access to NFL Red Zone, Fox Sports 1& 2, NBA Network, NHL Network and TruTV content.
Sling TV comes standard with 50 hours of DVR storage space, with the option to upgrade it up to 200 for $5 a month. Compatible with most streaming devices and mobile platforms, as well as Internet providers from several locations worldwide, the Sling app is easy to navigate although it lacks some of the premium looks and feel found with services such as YouTube TV or fuboTV.
2. DirecTV Stream
DirecTV provides several bundled packages, but an alternative way of watching the Super Bowl for free is available via DIRECTV Stream. This service does not require a satellite dish but rather streams video over your internet connection – making it slightly cheaper than its alternatives while offering more robust channel offerings.
DirectV Stream offers the Entertainment package to stream the Super Bowl live. This plan comes equipped with channels from Fox, NBCUniversal, Discovery and AMC Networks as well as premium channels such as HBO Showtime StarzEncore that feature additional sports, movies and original content.
DIRECTV Stream is available on most major streaming devices such as Roku TV and Amazon Fire TV Stick, and right now is offering a Labor Day sale that grants new subscribers five-day free trials of its service. Note that existing subscribers can keep their current plan if desired; more details on that can be found at DIRECTV Stream website.
3. FuboTV
FuboTV is an internet-based live streaming service offering a selection of sports channels in HD quality. While initially targeting soccer-centric leagues such as Premier Soccer League Europe (PSL), Fubo has expanded to cover major international leagues. Their three subscription packages provide local broadcast affiliates, NBC Sports Network and NFL Network; with Fubo Premier adding ESPN 4K streaming. Furthermore, Fubo also features on-demand movies, shows and news programming as part of its offering.
FuboTV requires no equipment and supports most streaming devices; however, for optimal experience when watching sports in 4K resolution. To determine whether or not your current Internet connection meets this threshold, perform an online speed test.
FuboTV provides three simultaneous streams on its basic plan, but adding Unlimited Screen expands this to 10 concurrent streams on home networks. This offers great value for families or couples; though more channels may require upgrading to an Elite Plan plan.
4. YouTube TV
The 2025 Super Bowl will air live on Fox and Tubi. As previously reported, this year’s game will stream free without pay-TV authentication, making the platform even more likely to increase viewership than before. Furthermore, Fox Sports app users and “across NFL digital properties” will also have access to it for streaming free without pay-TV authentication.
The tubi app’s user interface is straightforward. Users navigate between three top-level tabs: Library, Home, and Live Guide. Live Guide lists scheduled recordings and recently watched content; Library organizes shows, movies, sports offerings in horizontal scrolling categories while when sports are running the app will display key plays as well as scoreboard data.
YouTube TV costs $73 per month and comes with unlimited cloud DVR storage space and access to channels like CW, TBS, ESPN and local stations. You can watch YouTube TV on computers, mobile devices and most modern smart TVs; for international streaming use we recommend ExpressVPN which works in most major countries and offers a 30-day money back guarantee.
5. Paramount+
Paramount Plus makes an impressive debut as a streaming service with its extensive movie library, boasting thousands of titles spanning classics like If and Top Gun: Maverick to recent hits like Ryan Reynolds’ Rocketman and Jackie Chan’s Scream VI. There is also an extensive selection of TV shows including original Paramount films, CBS favorites and new seasons of popular series; Comedy Central specials; standup specials; live sports offerings provided through CBSN/SportsHQ/Live Sports as well as access to local CBS stations featuring NFL football games/ NCAA college basketball/PGA golf/UEFA Champions League soccer games etc.
Paramount+ stands out as an impressive contender in the streaming industry with its competitive yet reasonably-priced pricing structure (especially when billed annually). Though it might not offer as extensive a library as other services, its commitment to originals and integration of Showtime will make them attractive offerings to users. Furthermore, Paramount+ boasts an advanced tech stack which can set it apart from competitors.
