Verdict
A sports fan’s dream streaming service, fuboTV is tailored to maximising your enjoyment of live games. The Multiview feature is brilliant (although no-longer as unique), and 4K content is welcome, but limited. Overall, fuboTV is a winner with plenty of great features, but not perfect. Staple TV channels are absent and better audio options would be welcome
Pros
- Multiview is a great way to watch live sports
- 4K live streams from USA, Fox, NBC
- Brilliant lookback feature for last 72 hours
- Added to regional sports networks (RSNs)
- Unlimited cloud DVR and unlimited screens
- Much improved UI
Cons
- No Warner Bros. Discovery content
- Recommendations could be better
- No surround sound
- May be too sports-focused for some
-
MultiviewWatch up to four live games at a time, with a la carte choice of channels
-
4K HDR4K live sports available from USA, NBA and Fox -
TVLive, on-demand and cloud DVR available
Introduction
The cord-cutting live TV platform aims to deliver for sports nuts whose first instinct is to look for a live event when they turn on the TV.
So the opportunity to revisit our fuboTV review during the Olympic Games was ideal for showcasing what makes this service great for diehard sports fans.
There were multiple ongoing events spread across live channels, I could watch in Multiview and, also enjoy round the clock coverage from Paris in 4K. These are two standout features. In fact, writing this review took way longer than it should have because I had channels showing equestrian, kayaking, badminton and high diving on the same screen at the same time.
Importantly, fuboTV now has a healthier supply of the cherished regional sports networks, which are in short supply on cord-cutting live TV services. There’s the college sports conference channels, it’s the only service of its ilk to offer beIN Sports, and there’s plenty of lesser-known channels sports meaning there’s always something to watch. Want NFL Redzone or an International Sports bundle? You can add that on to your subscription.
But fuboTV has plenty for the non-sports nuts in your household. There’s a large array of entertainment, news and kids channels. So, you can enjoy the sporting action, but keep an eye on breaking news via Multiview. There are some very notable absentees of staple cable TV channels, so that compares less favourably to options like YouTube TV or Hulu with Live TV.
There’s certainly enough here for it to be your household’s main TV subscription service. But is it sufficient to beat YouTube TV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu with Live TV or Sling TV?
Availability
I reviewed the US version of fuboTV, but it is also available in Canada and in France (as Molotov.tv by Fubo) and Spain.
There’s a seven-day free trial, and packages start at $79.99/month plus tax for the Pro version, which gets you 193 channels, unlimited hours of cloud DVR and unlimited screens, including ten at home.
However, to receive 4K content and 253 channels in total along with the other benefits, the $89.99/month (plus tax) Elite option is the best value overall. There’s a Premium version that adds Paramount+ and Showtime for $99.99.
Market leader YouTube TV charges an extra $10/month for 4K Extra on top of its $72.99/month Base plan, so sits in the middle of fuboTV Pro and Elite.
User interface
- Multiview feature is a sports fan’s dream
- Customisable guides
- Simple playback interface
Let’s start with the Multiview feature. It was once a unique fuboTV feature, but rivals are catching up. YouTube TV offers multiview but frustratingly chooses the channels for you. Apple TV+ offers multi view for its limited MLS and MLB action.
However, fuboTV enables you to build a completely custom line up of 2-4 screens at any time, making it by far the best exponent. Effectively, you can set up a sports bar in your living room.
Adding and removing different feeds is straightforward. You can start a multiview session from any channel and add by pressing the down button on your remote to access a carousel of available channels.
The audio comes from the highlighted display, so you can scan between the feeds at any time to tune into a big moment, or when one channel cuts to commercials.
In the past I’ve loved using this feature on NFL Sundays and for NCAA college football on Saturdays, when multiple exciting live games are happening at the same time.
For example, on an NFL Sunday, I had both the CBS and Fox’s 13:00 EDT games on, with NFL RedZone catching all the big plays from around the league. If you want to get a proper look at a certain moment on the big screen, just select it to maximise that view. You can back right out and return to the grid. However, when watching on a 100-inch display via my Samsung Freestyle projector I was more than happy to stick to the grid view.
You can also add a live scorecard at the bottom of the page on certain game days, allowing you to keep up with other games and leagues, hopping into live coverage of those games. However, the presence of the scorecard does make the grid of streams a lot smaller.
Features like Multiview really demonstrate how fuboTV has been designed with the sports fan in mind. The only way it could be better is if it came with bar staff to bring you appetisers and fresh beers.
The rest of the interface is very agreeable too. Adding favourite channels to your profile during set-up is an important step, as the live feed from these networks will be quickly available within the guide and on the home screen. You can roll through the carousel of favourites on the home screen and see the live channel on the larger window above.
Two small but useful features are constantly present throughout the UI – a ‘return to video’ reminder that takes you back to the current channel when browsing elsewhere in the UI by pressing play/pause. I liked the clock showing the current time too, which is great if you’re looking forward to something starting.
The home page resembles many of the live TV streaming services and is designed to showcase content that matters to you – not just a TV guide you root through. However, YouTube TV does a better job of learning what you regularly watch and might want to watch. That’s the power of Google’s algorithms.
I also like the fact that the audio from the highlighted channel is played at a lower level until you select the channel (or when you return to the guide). Not having the audio blaring is a less abrasive experience when trying to pick a channel.
Beneath the carousel of live favoured channels, on the homepage there’s a selection of curated content. During the updated review period there was a banner taking you to the 2024 Paris Olympics hub. Then there’s trending live channels, and upcoming highlights from live channels. There are carousels for live sports, live news and live movies. Then there’s quick access to your recordings and curated collections like “Easy Watching” and ‘Everybody Loves”.
Via a side-loaded menu you can access the TV Guide below the home page, led by your favourited channels, but with options to segregate via Recommended, Trending Channels, Just Added (again handy during the Olympics when there were ad-hoc channels), Sports, Entertainment, 4K and more.
You’re able to scan through the channel guide horizontally to see what’s coming up, while pressing a content thumbnail or an item from the TV Guide enables you to tune in live, or from the start: add Multiview and set the recording options, add the series to My Stuff, or browse an episode list for on demand content. It covers all bases.
While you select what to watch, the interface stays out of the way, but you can use the up and down arrows to see other live channels or info/controls, start a multiview session, begin a recording and access subtitles and audio. It’s very well thought out and user friendly.
Features
- 4K HDR available for some sports
- Not all 4K TVs/media players support it
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Useful Loopback feature for last 72hrs of TV
I’ve written a lot about the Multiview feature in the interface section, which remains fuboTV’s marquee feature. However, there’s plenty more to comment on. Namely, the presence of 4K HDR (HDR10) streams for some sporting events, but you need the Elite plan (and up). With that, fuboTV promises 130+ 4K events.
In August of 2024 that was the Olympics, via the USA 4K channel, which you could also get elsewhere. With the Premier League and NCAA College football returning, so will access to NBC and Fox 4K streams for compatible devices.
Not all 4K-capable devices are compatible, but the list of supported devices is here. As with the Multiview feature, fuboTV once had the advantage of being the only game in town for 4K sports, but not anymore.
When not watching in 4K, video quality maxes out at 720p / 60fps, which is pretty standard for these streaming services and is a restriction of the TV networks themselves than fuboTV’s inability to offer 1080p Full HD.
Audio options are a little more limited: it’s just standard stereo sound with no 5.1 surround sound and certainly no Dolby Atmos support.
There’s also an unlimited (up from 1000 hours) cloud DVR you can use with your fuboTV subscription. Recorded content is available on all of your devices until you delete it, and it can be found within the My Stuff portion of the interface which also includes Watchlist, Continue Watching and Scheduled Recordings options.
Anything you do record, you can join during the broadcast and play from the start, which is great. You can scan through commercials this way via a thumbnail that sits atop the playback bar.
Unfortunately, there’s no option to download content for offline viewing on mobile, but there is a good Lookback feature that enables you to catch up with games from the past 72 hours – all of which are available on demand.
Library
- Lots of sports channels, some quite obscure
- Some channels you’d expect behind sports add-on
- Has most entertainment channels, but CNN, TBS and TNT are missing
While I’m not complaining about the number of sports channels, it’s still disappointing to see some big names behind a Sports Plus add-on.
The base Pro package includes ESPN 1/2, NFL Network, CBS Sports, Fox Sports.1 and 2, The Golf Channel, for instance.
Fubo Extra, which comes with the Elite plan, adds NBA TV, MLB Network, NHL Network, The Tennis Channel, ESPN News and ESNU U. These channels aren’t that premium, are available within base tiers of rival services, and should come with the Pro plan.
If you want the NFL Red Zone channel and its baseball equivalent MLB Strikezone you need a $10.99 Sports Plus add-on, which also includes the aforementioned sports channels from fubo Elite. Confused yet?
On the plus side, fuboTV is also the only US live TV streaming service with access to all beIN Sports channels as standard, while there are exclusive fubo Sports Network channels and college sports conference networks (like Big 10, ACCN, and SEC) other services charge extra for. Some of the sports networks are quite obscure, such as Billiard TV.
There are some regional sports networks (RSNs) available from NBC, NESN, MSG, YES and Bally Sports giving viewers access to their local basketball, baseball and hockey teams for most markets around the country.
This is a personal upgrade. During my last review Bally Sports networks were missing. Now I can watch Miami Heat and Miami Marlins games again, fuboTV is going to knock YouTube TV, which is going to struggle to win back my custom.
I mentioned earlier that fuboTV isn’t only for sports – nor should it be at this price. There’s the usual selection of news, entertainment, nature, and kids channels to enjoy.
However, there are still some significant omissions and it’s gotten worse since the last update. Warner Bros. Discovery channels such as CNN, TBS, TNT and TruTV are still absent, which may be deal-breakers for some.
TNT in particular is a big deal because of how much NBA and NHL coverage it has. Again, if you’re a live-sports-focused service, TNT’s basketball and hockey coverage is something you need to be able to offer.
More WBD channels have dropped off the service, including staples like Discovery, HGTV, Food Network and TLC. Fubo said it offered market rate, but WBD wouldn’t take a deal.
You will get local channels for ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC, which means local news broadcasts and NFL games. Although that’ll change when you leave your home market.
In terms of add-ons, there’s Sports Plus, as I’ve mentioned, as well as international sports, access to NBA League Pass, and premium cable networks, like Showtime, Starz and Epix.
Performance
- 4K performs as expected
- No advanced audio options
The Multiview feature means that, in theory, it’s a little more taxing on your internet connection, but it performed well in my experience. If you want to enjoy 4K streams, you’ll need speeds of 25Mbps. However, for the standard live 720p feeds, it’s only 7Mbps. Streams were reliable throughout my testing.
The 4K streams of the Olympic Games were a joy to behold on my LG C1 OLED TV. It was worth subscribing to fuboTV for the month to enjoy the tournament in the best possible resolution. The stereo audio performance was just fine via the Sonos Beam (Gen 1) soundbar.
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Should you buy it?
If you’re a diehard sports nut
If you like to watch live sports and more than one game/event at a time, Fubo TV is an excellent live TV streaming service. It has the widest range of sports channels and some 4K action. The on-demand Lookback is excellent for catching games you missed. Features like unlimited DVR and streams are handy for big households and people who travel.
If you want a full line-up of TV channels
FuboTV is missing staples like CNN, TBS, TNT, Discovery, Food Network and more. YouTube TV and Hulu are better options if you don’t watch a lot of live sports. It’s also quite expensive and a skinny service like Sling might be more suitable for those looking to save money.
Final Thoughts
There’s so much to love about fuboTV as a sports fan. It’s perfectly tailored for people who love nothing more than to immersing themselves in as many games as possible over the course of a weekend.
The Multiview feature feels like you’re in your favourite sports bar, and the ease of switching between the audio feeds and adding a live scoreboard is a nice touch. And you can never argue with being able to watch the Olympics in the splendour of 4K HDR.
However, the channel list is missing a few cable TV heavy hitters, which might be deal-breakers if you want a more balanced package. The improved number of supported Regional Sports Networks may atone for not having CNN or TNT, for instance.
There is some 4K content, but it’s limited (not fuboTV’s fault, by the way) and live channels are only 720p. I would have loved some support for 5.1 audio, but it’s only stereo. FuboTV’s interface is good and easy to navigate, with some nice smaller touches. YouTube TV is still the gold standard in that department.
How we test
We test every video streaming service we review thoroughly over an extended period of time.
We use industry standard tests to compare features properly. We’ll always tell you what we find. We never, ever, accept money to review a product.
Used as our main streaming service for one month
Viewed on an Apple TV 4K via an LG 2021 OLED TV and a Samsung FreeStyle projector
Tested mobile apps for iPad and web browser on Mac
FAQs
No, unfortunately. fuboTV is available in the USA and Canada and under a different name in some European countries
If it’s filmed in 4K, it’s likely fubo TV will offer a way to watch in 4K. However content filmed in 4K is limited.
You can trial the service for free for 7 days
Yes, there are Bally Sports, NBC, NESN, YES, MSG, SportsNet and plenty of others.
Jargon buster
4K Ultra HD TV
4K (or Ultra HD) refers to the resolution of a TV’s display, which equates to the number of horizontal and vertical pixels that it can display. 4K TVs have a resolution of 3840 x 2160 (8.3 million pixels), which is four times that of a Full HD TV. With more pixels, you get a sharper, clearer picture than is possible from an equivalent sized 1080p display.
Verdict
A sports fan’s dream streaming service, fuboTV is tailored to maximising your enjoyment of live games. The Multiview feature is brilliant (although no-longer as unique), and 4K content is welcome, but limited. Overall, fuboTV is a winner with plenty of great features, but not perfect. Staple TV channels are absent and better audio options would be welcome
Pros
- Multiview is a great way to watch live sports
- 4K live streams from USA, Fox, NBC
- Brilliant lookback feature for last 72 hours
- Added to regional sports networks (RSNs)
- Unlimited cloud DVR and unlimited screens
- Much improved UI
Cons
- No Warner Bros. Discovery content
- Recommendations could be better
- No surround sound
- May be too sports-focused for some
-
MultiviewWatch up to four live games at a time, with a la carte choice of channels
-
4K HDR4K live sports available from USA, NBA and Fox -
TVLive, on-demand and cloud DVR available
Introduction
The cord-cutting live TV platform aims to deliver for sports nuts whose first instinct is to look for a live event when they turn on the TV.
So the opportunity to revisit our fuboTV review during the Olympic Games was ideal for showcasing what makes this service great for diehard sports fans.
There were multiple ongoing events spread across live channels, I could watch in Multiview and, also enjoy round the clock coverage from Paris in 4K. These are two standout features. In fact, writing this review took way longer than it should have because I had channels showing equestrian, kayaking, badminton and high diving on the same screen at the same time.
Importantly, fuboTV now has a healthier supply of the cherished regional sports networks, which are in short supply on cord-cutting live TV services. There’s the college sports conference channels, it’s the only service of its ilk to offer beIN Sports, and there’s plenty of lesser-known channels sports meaning there’s always something to watch. Want NFL Redzone or an International Sports bundle? You can add that on to your subscription.
But fuboTV has plenty for the non-sports nuts in your household. There’s a large array of entertainment, news and kids channels. So, you can enjoy the sporting action, but keep an eye on breaking news via Multiview. There are some very notable absentees of staple cable TV channels, so that compares less favourably to options like YouTube TV or Hulu with Live TV.
There’s certainly enough here for it to be your household’s main TV subscription service. But is it sufficient to beat YouTube TV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu with Live TV or Sling TV?
Availability
I reviewed the US version of fuboTV, but it is also available in Canada and in France (as Molotov.tv by Fubo) and Spain.
There’s a seven-day free trial, and packages start at $79.99/month plus tax for the Pro version, which gets you 193 channels, unlimited hours of cloud DVR and unlimited screens, including ten at home.
However, to receive 4K content and 253 channels in total along with the other benefits, the $89.99/month (plus tax) Elite option is the best value overall. There’s a Premium version that adds Paramount+ and Showtime for $99.99.
Market leader YouTube TV charges an extra $10/month for 4K Extra on top of its $72.99/month Base plan, so sits in the middle of fuboTV Pro and Elite.
User interface
- Multiview feature is a sports fan’s dream
- Customisable guides
- Simple playback interface
Let’s start with the Multiview feature. It was once a unique fuboTV feature, but rivals are catching up. YouTube TV offers multiview but frustratingly chooses the channels for you. Apple TV+ offers multi view for its limited MLS and MLB action.
However, fuboTV enables you to build a completely custom line up of 2-4 screens at any time, making it by far the best exponent. Effectively, you can set up a sports bar in your living room.
Adding and removing different feeds is straightforward. You can start a multiview session from any channel and add by pressing the down button on your remote to access a carousel of available channels.
The audio comes from the highlighted display, so you can scan between the feeds at any time to tune into a big moment, or when one channel cuts to commercials.
In the past I’ve loved using this feature on NFL Sundays and for NCAA college football on Saturdays, when multiple exciting live games are happening at the same time.
For example, on an NFL Sunday, I had both the CBS and Fox’s 13:00 EDT games on, with NFL RedZone catching all the big plays from around the league. If you want to get a proper look at a certain moment on the big screen, just select it to maximise that view. You can back right out and return to the grid. However, when watching on a 100-inch display via my Samsung Freestyle projector I was more than happy to stick to the grid view.
You can also add a live scorecard at the bottom of the page on certain game days, allowing you to keep up with other games and leagues, hopping into live coverage of those games. However, the presence of the scorecard does make the grid of streams a lot smaller.
Features like Multiview really demonstrate how fuboTV has been designed with the sports fan in mind. The only way it could be better is if it came with bar staff to bring you appetisers and fresh beers.
The rest of the interface is very agreeable too. Adding favourite channels to your profile during set-up is an important step, as the live feed from these networks will be quickly available within the guide and on the home screen. You can roll through the carousel of favourites on the home screen and see the live channel on the larger window above.
Two small but useful features are constantly present throughout the UI – a ‘return to video’ reminder that takes you back to the current channel when browsing elsewhere in the UI by pressing play/pause. I liked the clock showing the current time too, which is great if you’re looking forward to something starting.
The home page resembles many of the live TV streaming services and is designed to showcase content that matters to you – not just a TV guide you root through. However, YouTube TV does a better job of learning what you regularly watch and might want to watch. That’s the power of Google’s algorithms.
I also like the fact that the audio from the highlighted channel is played at a lower level until you select the channel (or when you return to the guide). Not having the audio blaring is a less abrasive experience when trying to pick a channel.
Beneath the carousel of live favoured channels, on the homepage there’s a selection of curated content. During the updated review period there was a banner taking you to the 2024 Paris Olympics hub. Then there’s trending live channels, and upcoming highlights from live channels. There are carousels for live sports, live news and live movies. Then there’s quick access to your recordings and curated collections like “Easy Watching” and ‘Everybody Loves”.
Via a side-loaded menu you can access the TV Guide below the home page, led by your favourited channels, but with options to segregate via Recommended, Trending Channels, Just Added (again handy during the Olympics when there were ad-hoc channels), Sports, Entertainment, 4K and more.
You’re able to scan through the channel guide horizontally to see what’s coming up, while pressing a content thumbnail or an item from the TV Guide enables you to tune in live, or from the start: add Multiview and set the recording options, add the series to My Stuff, or browse an episode list for on demand content. It covers all bases.
While you select what to watch, the interface stays out of the way, but you can use the up and down arrows to see other live channels or info/controls, start a multiview session, begin a recording and access subtitles and audio. It’s very well thought out and user friendly.
Features
- 4K HDR available for some sports
- Not all 4K TVs/media players support it
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Useful Loopback feature for last 72hrs of TV
I’ve written a lot about the Multiview feature in the interface section, which remains fuboTV’s marquee feature. However, there’s plenty more to comment on. Namely, the presence of 4K HDR (HDR10) streams for some sporting events, but you need the Elite plan (and up). With that, fuboTV promises 130+ 4K events.
In August of 2024 that was the Olympics, via the USA 4K channel, which you could also get elsewhere. With the Premier League and NCAA College football returning, so will access to NBC and Fox 4K streams for compatible devices.
Not all 4K-capable devices are compatible, but the list of supported devices is here. As with the Multiview feature, fuboTV once had the advantage of being the only game in town for 4K sports, but not anymore.
When not watching in 4K, video quality maxes out at 720p / 60fps, which is pretty standard for these streaming services and is a restriction of the TV networks themselves than fuboTV’s inability to offer 1080p Full HD.
Audio options are a little more limited: it’s just standard stereo sound with no 5.1 surround sound and certainly no Dolby Atmos support.
There’s also an unlimited (up from 1000 hours) cloud DVR you can use with your fuboTV subscription. Recorded content is available on all of your devices until you delete it, and it can be found within the My Stuff portion of the interface which also includes Watchlist, Continue Watching and Scheduled Recordings options.
Anything you do record, you can join during the broadcast and play from the start, which is great. You can scan through commercials this way via a thumbnail that sits atop the playback bar.
Unfortunately, there’s no option to download content for offline viewing on mobile, but there is a good Lookback feature that enables you to catch up with games from the past 72 hours – all of which are available on demand.
Library
- Lots of sports channels, some quite obscure
- Some channels you’d expect behind sports add-on
- Has most entertainment channels, but CNN, TBS and TNT are missing
While I’m not complaining about the number of sports channels, it’s still disappointing to see some big names behind a Sports Plus add-on.
The base Pro package includes ESPN 1/2, NFL Network, CBS Sports, Fox Sports.1 and 2, The Golf Channel, for instance.
Fubo Extra, which comes with the Elite plan, adds NBA TV, MLB Network, NHL Network, The Tennis Channel, ESPN News and ESNU U. These channels aren’t that premium, are available within base tiers of rival services, and should come with the Pro plan.
If you want the NFL Red Zone channel and its baseball equivalent MLB Strikezone you need a $10.99 Sports Plus add-on, which also includes the aforementioned sports channels from fubo Elite. Confused yet?
On the plus side, fuboTV is also the only US live TV streaming service with access to all beIN Sports channels as standard, while there are exclusive fubo Sports Network channels and college sports conference networks (like Big 10, ACCN, and SEC) other services charge extra for. Some of the sports networks are quite obscure, such as Billiard TV.
There are some regional sports networks (RSNs) available from NBC, NESN, MSG, YES and Bally Sports giving viewers access to their local basketball, baseball and hockey teams for most markets around the country.
This is a personal upgrade. During my last review Bally Sports networks were missing. Now I can watch Miami Heat and Miami Marlins games again, fuboTV is going to knock YouTube TV, which is going to struggle to win back my custom.
I mentioned earlier that fuboTV isn’t only for sports – nor should it be at this price. There’s the usual selection of news, entertainment, nature, and kids channels to enjoy.
However, there are still some significant omissions and it’s gotten worse since the last update. Warner Bros. Discovery channels such as CNN, TBS, TNT and TruTV are still absent, which may be deal-breakers for some.
TNT in particular is a big deal because of how much NBA and NHL coverage it has. Again, if you’re a live-sports-focused service, TNT’s basketball and hockey coverage is something you need to be able to offer.
More WBD channels have dropped off the service, including staples like Discovery, HGTV, Food Network and TLC. Fubo said it offered market rate, but WBD wouldn’t take a deal.
You will get local channels for ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC, which means local news broadcasts and NFL games. Although that’ll change when you leave your home market.
In terms of add-ons, there’s Sports Plus, as I’ve mentioned, as well as international sports, access to NBA League Pass, and premium cable networks, like Showtime, Starz and Epix.
Performance
- 4K performs as expected
- No advanced audio options
The Multiview feature means that, in theory, it’s a little more taxing on your internet connection, but it performed well in my experience. If you want to enjoy 4K streams, you’ll need speeds of 25Mbps. However, for the standard live 720p feeds, it’s only 7Mbps. Streams were reliable throughout my testing.
The 4K streams of the Olympic Games were a joy to behold on my LG C1 OLED TV. It was worth subscribing to fuboTV for the month to enjoy the tournament in the best possible resolution. The stereo audio performance was just fine via the Sonos Beam (Gen 1) soundbar.
Latest deals
Should you buy it?
If you’re a diehard sports nut
If you like to watch live sports and more than one game/event at a time, Fubo TV is an excellent live TV streaming service. It has the widest range of sports channels and some 4K action. The on-demand Lookback is excellent for catching games you missed. Features like unlimited DVR and streams are handy for big households and people who travel.
If you want a full line-up of TV channels
FuboTV is missing staples like CNN, TBS, TNT, Discovery, Food Network and more. YouTube TV and Hulu are better options if you don’t watch a lot of live sports. It’s also quite expensive and a skinny service like Sling might be more suitable for those looking to save money.
Final Thoughts
There’s so much to love about fuboTV as a sports fan. It’s perfectly tailored for people who love nothing more than to immersing themselves in as many games as possible over the course of a weekend.
The Multiview feature feels like you’re in your favourite sports bar, and the ease of switching between the audio feeds and adding a live scoreboard is a nice touch. And you can never argue with being able to watch the Olympics in the splendour of 4K HDR.
However, the channel list is missing a few cable TV heavy hitters, which might be deal-breakers if you want a more balanced package. The improved number of supported Regional Sports Networks may atone for not having CNN or TNT, for instance.
There is some 4K content, but it’s limited (not fuboTV’s fault, by the way) and live channels are only 720p. I would have loved some support for 5.1 audio, but it’s only stereo. FuboTV’s interface is good and easy to navigate, with some nice smaller touches. YouTube TV is still the gold standard in that department.
How we test
We test every video streaming service we review thoroughly over an extended period of time.
We use industry standard tests to compare features properly. We’ll always tell you what we find. We never, ever, accept money to review a product.
Used as our main streaming service for one month
Viewed on an Apple TV 4K via an LG 2021 OLED TV and a Samsung FreeStyle projector
Tested mobile apps for iPad and web browser on Mac
FAQs
No, unfortunately. fuboTV is available in the USA and Canada and under a different name in some European countries
If it’s filmed in 4K, it’s likely fubo TV will offer a way to watch in 4K. However content filmed in 4K is limited.
You can trial the service for free for 7 days
Yes, there are Bally Sports, NBC, NESN, YES, MSG, SportsNet and plenty of others.
Jargon buster
4K Ultra HD TV
4K (or Ultra HD) refers to the resolution of a TV’s display, which equates to the number of horizontal and vertical pixels that it can display. 4K TVs have a resolution of 3840 x 2160 (8.3 million pixels), which is four times that of a Full HD TV. With more pixels, you get a sharper, clearer picture than is possible from an equivalent sized 1080p display.
