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Watching Television in Spanish without Cable

Cord Cutting Guide for Spanish TV Content

 

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Whether you’re looking for entertainment in your native language or just someone looking for a little practice, it can be hard to find Spanish language content on television. Despite having to pay hundreds of dollars a month to cable providers, the number of Spanish language channels is few and far between.

If the dearth of Spanish language content on cable television has you thinking that your options would be even worse if you cut the cord, then set your mind at ease. Not only is there a wide selection of Spanish language content online, it often costs a lot less than cable.

Today we’re going to take a look at how you can cut the cord and still get all the Spanish language television and film that you crave. Let’s get started!

 

Over-the-Air Channels in Spanish

The cheapest way to watch Television in Spanish is to purchase an Over-the-Air (OTA) antenna. For those of you that don’t know, an OTA antenna picks up the signals from all the major broadcast networks, like ABC or CBS. Most antennas are very affordable, ranging from $30 to $60. I would recommend a Mohu Leaf 30 or the Winegard Elite 7550. Both of these are inexpensive, dependable, and do a great job picking up signals.

For Spanish language programming you can get free over the air with an antenna, the two television networks you’ll be looking for is Univision and Telemundo. They’ll have all the popular Spanish language shows you’re looking for; like Metastasis or La Gata.

Sadly, Telemundo and Univision are only accessible to about 50-60 percent of American homes so it won’t be uncommon to be missing one of those networks. Would you like to know what stations are in your area? Check out AntennaWeb and find out if Univision and Telemundo are available in your area.

If Univision and Telemundo are not in your area, don’t worry because there are a bunch of different ways to get access to these channels. And if you keep reading, you’ll find out.

 

Spanish Channels Streaming on Hulu Live TV

Hulu with Live TV is a newer live streaming service that offers a decent option for Spanish TV streaming. Right now, Hulu does not offer standalone Spanish language content, so you’ll have to subscribe to a base package and then add a Spanish add-on. Hulu Live TV costs $40 per month for 50+ channels. From there, get the Español Add-on for $4.99 per month to get:

  • CNN en Español
  • Discovery en Español
  • Discovery Familia
  • ESPN Deportes
  • History Channel en Español
  • NBC Universo

So, you’ll end up paying $45 per month for a great selection of English channels, and an okay selection of Spanish channels. See our Hulu Live TV review for more information. There’s also a free trial available.

 

Univision Now

In a move similar to CBS All Access, Univision has recently launched its own standalone streaming service call Univision Now. For $9.99 a month you get live and on-demand access to both Univision and UniMás. This includes live sports, news and all their regular programming.

With your subscription, you can watch on up to three screens simultaneously. You’ll also get some DVR functionality, with recorded programs lasting up to 72 hours. As far as device support goes, you can watch Univision Now on Roku, your PC, or smartphone. Start your free trial today!

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Spanish Channels on DIRECTV NOW

DIRECTV NOW is one of the hottest streaming services to hit the market, and for good reason. Offering a bunch of Spanish speaking TV channels, DirecTV Now is a great cable TV alternative for Spanish speaking cord-cutters.

Here are a few of the channels available on their base-package called “Live a Little” ($40 a month):

  • Galavision
  • Telemundo
  • Univision

DIRECTV NOW also offers a Spanish language package, called TODO Y MÁS. This package includes both English language and Spanish language channels, with a total of 90+ networks to watch! Here are some of the included channels:

  • 50+ Spanish channels and 40+ English channels
  • ESPN Deportes
  • FOX Deportes
  • Univision
  • Discovery en Español
  • Galavision
  • Cine Estelar
  • Much more

To give them a test drive, check out the Free Trial. Or, check out our detailed DIRECTV NOW review to learn more.

 

Spanish Channels on Sling TV

Probably the best bang for your buck is going to be Sling TV, which offers a great way to watch Spanish TV online. Sling TV’s normal base packages do not offer any Spanish language channels – however, they offer a Best of Spanish TV package that’s sold on it’s own for just $10 per month. This is one of the most economical ways to watch Spanish TV without cable. The package includes:

  • NBC Universo
  • History en Español
  • EstrellaTV
  • Azteca
  • Discovery en Español
  • Discovery Familia
  • BeIN Sports Español
  • BeIN Sports
  • La Liga
  • BeIN Sports Connect
  • Cine Latino
  • Cine Sony
  • Pasiones
  • Inglés Para Todos
  • Inti
  • Cbeebies
  • VME Kids
  • PXSports
  • NTN24
  • BabyTV en Espanol
  • El Financiero
  • Zee Mundo
  • Hola TV

That gives you around 25 networks for $10 per month, which is a pretty great deal. If you want to expand selection further, you can either add one of the English-language base packages, or you can add a Spanish add-on. Here are the other Spanish language add-ons available:

Mexico – $5 per Month – adds Canal Once, CB Television, MultiMedios, Mexicanal, AZ Clic, TeleFormula, Milenio Television, AZ Cinema, TLR, Video Rola and Corazon.

Sudamérica – $5 per Month – adds Caracol, Nuestra Tele, NTN24, Novelas, TV Venezuela, Ecuavisa Internacional, Telefe, TyC Sports, Bolivia TV, Canal Sur, Estudi 5, Eltrece, TN, and EV TV

Centroamérica – $5 per Month – adds CA TV, CB24, and Tele El Salvador.

Caribe – $5 per Month – adds WAPA America, Cuba MAX TV, Telemicro, TV

España – $5 per Month – adds TVE, Antena 3, A3cine, and Superene

Click here to sign up for Sling TV, or read our full review for more information.

 

Spanish Movies on Netflix

Netflix is a great go-to source for Spanish language content. Now if you have been using regular Netflix to find Spanish language content, it might be a little difficult. Unless you know exactly what to look for, you will most likely find content in English first, with a handful of things in Spanish. However, that can be easily fixed.

To get Netflix content delivered to you in Spanish, hop on the computer and go to https://www.netflix.com. Once you log in, go to My Account and scroll all the way to the bottom. Under My Profile, click the option that says Language. From there you should be able to change your preferred language to Spanish.

Quick Note: Not everything that is available in English is available in Spanish, but at the very least you’ll have an easier time finding things.

 

Spanish Channels on fuboTV

fuboTV is an online streaming service with an emphasis on Spanish language television and international sports; especially soccer. There are three fuboTV subscription plans that you can choose from, but really you’ll probably only want the first two since the third is for those that speak Portuguese (fubo TV review).

The first subscription plan is called fubo Premier. It costs $45 a month and will give access to 75+ live channels; including the following Spanish language channels:

  • beIN Sports
  • Univision TDN
  • Fox Deportes
  • Univision
  • Galavisión
  • UniMás

Or you can go with fubo Latino. For $24.99 a month, fubo Latino gives you access to the following Spanish language channels:

  • beIN Sports
  • beIN Sports Español
  • Univision TDN
  • Fox Deportes
  • Univision
  • Galavisión
  • UniMás
  • GOLTV Spanish
  • TyC Sports
  • CNN
  • Baby TV HD
  • Cine Sony
  • ElGourmet
  • Mas Chic
  • Nuestra Tele
  • FoxLife
  • Nat Geo Mundo

For an extra $5 a month you can also get the Entretenimiento Plus add-on, which gives you the following channels:

  • Antena 3
  • Bandmax
  • de pelicula
  • de pelicula clasico
  • NTN24
  • RITMOSON
  • TeleHit
  • TLNovelas Univision
  • FORO tv

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Spanish Channels on PlayStation Vue

Although PlayStation Vue is a great live TV streaming service, it might not be the Spanish language resource that you are looking for. True, there are a few channels available but there are cheaper options available. For completeness sake, here are the Spanish language channels that you can get with PlayStation Vue, across various packages (starting from $45 a month):

  • Telemundo
  • ESPN Deportes
  • FOX Deportes

There is also a Spanish television add-on for $4.99 a month or $3.99 a month if you have a PS Plus membership. Here’s what you get with the Español Pack:

  • BabyTV
  • Cine Sony
  • CNN en español
  • Discovery en español
  • Familia Discovery
  • Fox Deportes
  • FoxLife
  • Nat Geo Mundo
  • NBC Universo

Cut the Cord and Get Even More Spanish Television

It may be hard to find someone speaking Spanish on cable television these days, but if you ditch the cable subscription you’ll be surprised at what kind of content you can find. Between Sling TV, fuboTV, your trusty old OTA antenna, and all the rest; there’s a whole world of Spanish language content just waiting to be discovered!

So what are you waiting for? Deje de pagar demasiado por la televisión por cable . Tome el salto, cortar el cordón, y matar a su factura de cable hoy!

1. Streaming Services

Sling TV vs PlayStation Vue: Channels, Price, and More

These days, cord-cutters have many great choices when it comes to selecting a cable alternative. Several companies are now competing for your hard-earned money, and that’s great news for consumers. As competition heats up, let’s compare two of the more established services in the industry: Sling TV vs PlayStation Vue.

Which comes out on top? Which has the best channel lineup? Which provides the best overall value? We’ll answer these questions and more in our Sling TV vs Vue comparison.

 

Sling TV and PS Vue Similarities

While there are a lot of differences between PS Vue and Sling TV, there are also a lot of similarities. To get an overview of how these services work, let’s take a look at what they both offer. Both Sling TV and PlayStation Vue:

  • Are available without a contract, so you can cancel any time
  • Are viable alternatives to cable TV
  • Are typically more affordable than cable
  • Offer a good way to watch live TV from many of the best channels out there
  • Offer several different channel packages for your selection
  • Work over the internet, with no cable required
  • Work on devices ranging from streaming players like Roku to mobile phones and computers

Essentially, both Sling TV and PlayStation Vue are good cable TV alternatives that can help you save money while keeping access to your favorite channels. Both are useful for watching sports online, watching news without cable, and keeping up with your favorite TV shows.

Now that we know the basics, let’s get into the nitty gritty Sling TV vs PlayStation Vue comparison to learn more!

 

Sling TV vs PlayStation Vue: At a Glance

We’ll break down important factors in further detail in the guide below, but if you’re in a hurry, here’s what you need to know:

Price/Value – Sling TV is more affordable, with plans from $25/mo (compared to Vue’s $45/mo). Sling also generally offers a better value, because you can customize your lineup to just pay for the channels you actually want.

Channel Selection – Both offer a lot of channels, with up to 90+ on Vue and 100+ on Sling available. Vue offers 4 different packages, while Sling has 3 packages and then TONS of small add-on packages. Sling has more customization options, but in terms of pure channel selection, the two services are similar.

Features – Both have similar features, with both live and on-demand coverage, a cloud DVR, simultaneous streaming, etc. Vue offers 5 simultaneous streams (so 5 devices at once), while Sling only offers 2.

Device Compatibility – Both services work on most popular devices, like Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, and mobile devices. Vue works on PlayStation devices, while Sling works on Xbox One and a few others.

Deals & Free Trial: Sling comes out on top here. Sling offers a free 7 day trial (compared to 5 days free from Vue). Sling also offers some juicy device deals, which usually offer a highly discounted or free streaming device when you prepay for a few months of Sling TV.

At a glance, we prefer Sling TV in most categories. Vue is a solid service, but we love Sling TV’s flexibility in channel lineup, rock-bottom pricing, and excellent sign-up deals.

Let’s look closer at one detail that deserves more consideration: the Sling TV vs PlayStation Vue channel lineup.

 

Sling TV vs PlayStation Vue Channels

A direct comparison of PS Vue vs Sling TV channels is difficult since they offer so many different packages. Here are the basics:

Sling TV has 3 packages:

  • Sling Orange = 30+ channels for $25 per month. Highlights include ESPN, AMC, TBS, TNT, Cartoon Network, HGTV, and more
  • Sling Blue = 40+ channels for $25 per month. Highlights include FOX/NBC/regional sports networks in select markets, plus NFL Network, AMC, FX, USA, FS1, TBS and more
  • Sling Orange + Blue = 50+ channels for $40 per month. Combines the two packages to offer a more complete lineup.
  • Add on packages = 5-10+ additional channels which you can add on for just $5-$10 per month.

 

PlayStation Vue has 4 packages:

 

  • Access = 45+ channels for $45 per month. Highlights include ESPN, NBC/FOX/ABC in select markets, AMC, CNN, Discovery, FOX News, FX, FS1, FS2 and more

 

  • Core = 70+ channels for $50 per month. Everything in Access package, plus channels like NFL Network, NBA TV, MLB Network and regional sports networks.
  • Elite = 85+ channels for $60 per month. Everything in Core package, plus NFL Network, FXM, Epix Hits, BBC World News, Tennis Channel and more.
  • Ultra = 90+ channels for $80 per month. Everything in Elite package, plus HBO and Showtime premium channels.

 

 

You can see the full channel lists on Sling TV’s website and on Vue’s website.

For a reasonable comparison of Sling TV vs PS Vue channels, let’s compare Sling Orange + Blue and Vue’s Access Plan. These packages are similarly priced so they are a fair comparison of what each service has to offer, without getting bogged down by too many details.

Sling Orange + Blue is $40 per month for 50+ channels. Channels include:

Sports on FOX, NBC, FOX Sports, and NBC Sports in select markets, plus NFL Network, FS1, FS2, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, NBCSN, ACC Network Extra, and more.

News on CNN, FOX/NBC, BBC America, Cheddar News, Viceland and Newsy

Entertainment on USA, Bravo, FX, TLC, Comedy Central, TBS, TNT, Disney, Food Network and many more

Notable channels missing: FOX News, ABC, CBS, Animal Planet

 

PS Vue Access Plan is $45 per month for 45+ channels. Channels include:

Sports on ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC in select markets, plus ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, FS2, NBCSN, and more

News on FOX News, MSNBC, CNN, CNBC and more

Entertainment on Animal Planet, Cartoon Network, Discovery, Disney, FX, HGTV, Nat Geo and many more

Notable channels missing: Comedy Central, MTV, Viceland, NFL Network, History

Based on these specific channel packages, here’s how the services stack up.

Local channels = PS Vue is a clear winner, as it carries CBS and ABC, while Sling does not. Sling does have NBC and FOX, but only in very few markets. Overall, Vue has far better coverage of local broadcast channels.

Sports channels = Sling may have a slight edge when it comes to sports. Sling does have more niche sports channels in this package, like NFL Network, ACC Network, ESPN3, etc, while Vue does not. However, Sling’s lack of local channel coverage dings it when it comes to local sports teams and big events like watching the NFL Playoffs online or the Super Bowl.

News channels = Vue is a clear winner, as it has FOX News and MSNBC, while Sling has neither.

Entertainment channels = Sling comes out on top, as it has Comedy Central, History and a few other channels that Vue does not carry.  

Keep in mind that the full Sling vs Vue channels comparison is more nuanced than this, simply because there are so many different packages and combinations of packages to compare. This guide should give you an overall sense of how they stack up. For full details, head to Sling TV’s website and Vue’s website.

 

Sling TV vs Vue: Final Thoughts

In the end, which service comes out on top?

For most people, the answer is Sling TV. Sling is more affordable, more customizable, and offers better value overall. See our Sling TV review for details.

We really love how Sling TV starts so cheap ($25 per month) and then allows you to add channel add-on packages for just $5 a month. This lets you fine-tune your channel lineup with channels that you actually want, instead of forcing you into a big bundle.

With that said, there are a few ways that Vue is better. It’s definitely better for families and large households, because Vue lets you watch on up to 5 devices at once (compared to 2 on Sling TV). Vue is also better for local channel coverage, so keep that in mind.

In the end, both services are really quite good. Plus, both are non-contract, so you’re never locked-in. Some of our readers end up trying both services before they settle on one to keep.

Want to test one out? Follow the links below.

Click here for a free 7 day trial of Sling TV

Click here for a free 5 day trial of PS Vue

2. Streaming Devices

What is Roku?

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Roku Explained: Supports Netflix, DirecTV Now, Hulu, Sling TV and More

What is RokuIf you’ve been thinking about cutting the cord or just want to be able to stream Netflix and other apps on your TV, you may have heard about a product called Roku. You also may be wondering “What is a Roku?”

Most of us know Roku as a small black box that allows you to instantly stream your favorite TV shows and movies to your TV, but most are unaware of how much content is really available, and that there is now a Roku TV, Roku Stick and new Roku boxes available. Not only can you stream tens of thousands of movies and TV shows from services like Netflix, Hulu, Sling TV, DirecTV Now & Amazon Video On Demand (VOD), but you can also stream sports without cable and music from Pandora, iTunes, and MOG.

Roku offers seven types of streaming devices and is widely used by people looking for cost-effective alternatives to Cable Television. Their product suite includes a line of streaming players, a streaming stick, and TVs with built-in Roku streaming technology.

Roku Channels

Continue reading What is Roku? →

1. Streaming Services

How Amazon Prime Started the Downloadable Revolution

Amazon Prime Started it and Netflix Had No Choice but to Get on Board

In the world of cord cutting and cable TV alternatives, companies are scrambling to one-up each other in order to corner the market of over-the-top streaming services. Resting firmly in the number one spot is Netflix. As one of the first true streaming services on the market, Netflix helped kick off the cord cutting revolution; paving the way for other services like Sling TV and Amazon Prime Video.

But Amazon is not willing to sit on the sidelines silently. A few years back Amazon Prime Video made a move that would forever change the level of service offered to cordcutters. Continue reading How Amazon Prime Started the Downloadable Revolution →

1. Streaming Services

PlayOn offers a Streaming DVR for Cord Cutters

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What is PlayOn

Record Online TV Channels so you can Watch them Without an Internet Connection

How do you watch Online TV Channels when you have no internet connection? Are you looking for a way to watch your favorite shows in a no-WiFi zones? Well I am here to let you know that there is a tool available that allows you to record streaming videos at home and load them to your iPad or mobile device for later viewing.

You most likely already use Netflix, Hulu Plus or Amazon to watch TV at home, but what if you want to take these shows to a smaller screen such as your mobile or tablet? And what if your devices do not have an access to the internet, like when you are on a flight? THIS is when PlayOn comes to rescue.

Continue reading PlayOn offers a Streaming DVR for Cord Cutters →

1. Streaming Services

Streaming Service Free Trials

Streaming Service Free Trials

Complete List of Free Trials Available to Cord Cutters

When searching out a cable TV alternative, what streaming service you pick is critical. The ideal situation for a cord cutter is to get all the great content they had before quitting cable but with few commitments and fees. Because everyone is different, it can sometimes be hard (and expensive if you’re not careful) to find that perfect cable TV alternative.

To help make that search for the right streaming service a little easier, I’ve compiled a list of online streaming services with free trial periods. More will be added in the future, so be sure to check back later.

Now, let’s get to our list: Continue reading Streaming Service Free Trials →

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Netflix Original Series – Part III

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2016 Netflix Premiers and Reboots you May Have Missed

My favorite part of the New Year is that a lot of my favorite shows start returning. If you have cable, odds are you have to wait until the fall to see your favorite shows; but luckily for cord cutters, we don’t. Instead of waiting, many of our favorite titles premier throughout the year; that way you’re never too far away from the next new episode.

Taking a look back at 2016, Netflix had a ton of original shows return for another season and today we’re going do a breakdown of some of the best shows that premiered in 2016.

What is better than finding a show that you love? Finding it a few seasons in. Are you ready to start binging? Then let’s get started! Continue reading Netflix Original Series – Part III →

1. Streaming Services

7 Netflix Hacks

Netflix Hacks

Get the Most out of Netflix with these Easy to use Tricks and Tips

Without a doubt, Netflix has been a game changing streaming service that has almost single handedly ushered in the cord cutting revolution itself. Almost everyone you know has a Netflix subscription or is borrowing a subscription from someone else; and there’s a good reason for that. Netflix is easy to use, fast, and it boasts one of the widest collections available.

But as great as the default experience of Netflix is, you can vastly improve your Netflix viewing with a few simple tricks, hacks and add-ons. Let’s take a look at a few of them! Continue reading 7 Netflix Hacks →