Philo is a live TV streaming service that costs $33/month and focuses almost entirely on entertainment, lifestyle, and reality programming. No local channels. No ESPN. No regional sports. What you get instead is a clean, affordable package of 70+ cable channels — plus 110+ free ad-supported channels — that covers everything from HGTV and Hallmark to MTV and Nickelodeon.
This guide covers every channel in the 2026 lineup, what each add-on costs, what Philo doesn’t carry, and whether it’s the right fit for your household.
How Much Does Philo Cost in 2026?
Philo offers one core plan at $33/month. There’s no annual contract, no hidden fees, and a 7-day free trial is available at signup.
That plan includes:
- 70+ live channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR (recordings saved for 1 year)
- 3 simultaneous streams
- AMC+ bundled at no extra cost (as of late 2025)
Signup tip: If you sign up through Roku or Apple’s App Store, you’ll pay a slightly higher rate due to platform billing fees. Sign up directly at philo.com to get the standard $33/month price.
If you’re comparing options, our full Sling TV channels list and YouTube TV channels list break down what those services include at their price points.
Full Philo Channel List (2026)
Philo’s core plan includes 70+ channels across entertainment, news, lifestyle, kids, and movies. Here’s the full breakdown by category.
Entertainment & Drama
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| A&E | True crime, docuseries |
| AMC | The Walking Dead universe, Better Call Saul reruns |
| BBC America | Doctor Who, Star Trek: Discovery |
| FX | Dramas, FX originals |
| FXX | Simpsons, comedies |
| IFC | Independent film, cult TV |
| Paramount Network | Yellowstone, live events |
| SundanceTV | International dramas, indie film |
| TV Land | Classic sitcoms |
| WE tv | Reality, marriage content |
| Ovation | Arts and culture programming |
| Reelz | Celebrity documentaries |
Lifestyle, Home & Food
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| HGTV | Home renovation, buying shows |
| Food Network | Cooking competitions, travel |
| Cooking Channel | Recipe-focused programming |
| DIY Network | Home improvement projects |
| Travel Channel | Destination and adventure shows |
| Magnolia Network | Chip and Joanna Gaines content |
| Discovery Life | Health and wellness |
| TLC | Reality, family docuseries |
| OWN | Oprah network |
Reality & True Crime
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| Bravo | Housewives franchise, reality |
| E! | Pop culture, celebrity reality |
| Oxygen | True crime |
| Investigation Discovery (ID) | Crime documentaries |
| Crime + Investigation | True crime docuseries |
| VH1 | Reality TV, music culture |
| Lifetime | Movies, true-crime originals |
| Lifetime Movie Network | Lifetime movies 24/7 |
News
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| CNN | 24-hour national news |
| HLN | Headline news, crime |
| Fox News | Conservative news commentary |
| Fox Business | Markets and business |
| MSNBC | Liberal news commentary |
| CNBC | Business and financial news |
| BBC World News | International news |
| NewsNation | Balanced national news |
| Bloomberg Television | Finance and markets |
Kids & Family
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| Nickelodeon | SpongeBob, kids originals |
| Nick Jr. | Preschool programming |
| TeenNick | Teen-focused content |
| Nicktoons | Classic Nick cartoons |
| Cartoon Network | Animation, Adult Swim block |
| Boomerang | Classic cartoons |
| BabyTV | Infant and toddler programming |
Movies
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| IFC | Independent film |
| SundanceTV | Film festival favorites |
| Reelz | Hollywood documentaries |
| PixL | Family and faith movies |
| UP Faith & Family | Clean content, family movies |
Music & Culture
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| MTV | Reality, music content |
| MTV2 | Hip-hop and music videos |
| MTV Classic | Music videos from the 80s–00s |
| VH1 | Pop culture and music history |
| CMT | Country music and TV |
| BET | Black culture, music, film |
| BET Her | Women-focused BET content |
| Revolt | Hip-hop culture |
| Fuse | Music and concert content |
Science, History & Nature
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| Discovery Channel | Science and nature docs |
| Animal Planet | Wildlife programming |
| Science Channel | Space, technology, engineering |
| History Channel | History documentaries |
| H2 | Military and world history |
| Smithsonian Channel | Nature, science, history |
| MotorTrend | Cars, racing, automotive |
| Weather Channel | Forecasts and weather content |
| American Heroes Channel | Military history |
Niche & Specialty
| Channel | Notes |
|---|---|
| Hallmark Channel | Movies, holidays |
| Hallmark Movies & Mysteries | Mystery films |
| Hallmark Drama | Drama-focused content |
| Logo TV | LGBTQ+ content |
| Viceland | Documentary and culture |
| INSP | Westerns and family dramas |
| Cheddar News | Tech and business news |
AMC+ Is Now Included in Philo’s Core Plan
As of late 2025, AMC+ comes bundled with every Philo subscription at no additional charge. AMC+ adds on-demand access to:
- Shudder — horror films and originals
- Sundance Now — independent and international dramas
- IFC Films Unlimited — indie film library
- AMC originals — full catalog of past and current series
This was previously a $6–$9/month add-on. Getting it bundled into the base $33/month plan meaningfully increases Philo’s value. For a full breakdown of what AMC+ carries on its own, see our AMC+ channels list.
Philo Add-On Channels (2026)
These channels are not included in the core plan. Each is billed separately on top of your $33/month.
| Add-On | Monthly Cost | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| STARZ | $11/month | STARZ originals, movies, Outlander, Power franchise |
| MGM+ | $6/month | MGM film library, originals |
| Movies & More | $3/month | 7 additional movie channels |
| ALLBLK | $4/month | Black cinema, TV, and originals |
| ViX Premium | $7/month | Spanish-language content, telenovelas |
If you’re also subscribed to ViX as a standalone service, check our ViX channels list to compare what the premium tier adds over the free version.
What Channels Are NOT on Philo?
This is the most important section for anyone deciding whether Philo replaces their cable subscription.
No Local Broadcast Channels
Philo does not carry ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, or PBS. This is the single biggest limitation and the primary reason Philo is priced lower than Hulu Live TV ($82.99/month) or YouTube TV ($72.99/month).
How to fix it: A cheap OTA (over-the-air) antenna picks up local channels free in most markets. Our guide on how to get local channels on Amazon Fire Stick covers the best antenna-plus-streaming setups if you’re using a Fire TV device alongside Philo.
No Major Sports Networks
Philo carries no sports channels. That means no:
- ESPN, ESPN2, or ESPNNews
- FS1 or FS2
- NFL Network or NFL RedZone
- NBA TV
- MLB Network
- Any Regional Sports Network (RSN)
If sports are a priority, Philo isn’t the right service. Our fuboTV channels list covers the best sports-first streaming option, and our Sling TV channels list breaks down the more affordable mid-range sports alternative.
Other Notable Absences
- Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD
- Freeform
- USA Network
- Syfy
- Golf Channel
- Tennis Channel
- ESPN family of networks
Philo Free Channels (110+ Channels at No Cost)
Philo offers a free tier with 110+ FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television) channels. These are available without a paid subscription — create a free account and watch with ads.
Free channels run on a scheduled loop or on-demand model rather than true live broadcast. For casual viewing, they add real value.
Notable free channels in 2026:
- Court TV Mystery
- Philo Faves (curated content)
- Free genre channels: comedy, horror, true crime, cooking
- Philo News channels
This is similar to what Pluto TV, Tubi TV, and Amazon Freevee offer — all ad-supported, all free, all worth stacking alongside a paid Philo plan if you want more content variety.
The free tier is also a practical way to test Philo’s interface before committing to $33/month.
Devices That Support Philo
Philo works on most major streaming platforms in 2026:
- Roku — all current models
- Amazon Fire TV — all Fire Stick and Fire TV models
- Apple TV — 4th gen and later
- Google TV / Chromecast — 4th gen
- Android TV and Android phones/tablets
- iOS — iPhone and iPad
- Samsung Smart TVs — 2018 and later
- LG Smart TVs — webOS
- Web browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
- Xbox — One and Series X/S
Philo supports 3 simultaneous streams. You can add more streams for an additional fee if your household needs more.
If you’re watching on a Samsung or LG smart TV, those platforms carry their own free channel bundles too — see our Samsung TV Plus channels list and LG TV channels list for what’s available at no cost on those devices alongside Philo.
Is Philo Worth It in 2026?
At $33/month with no contract, Philo is one of the cheapest live TV streaming options available. Whether it’s worth it depends entirely on what you watch.
Philo is a strong fit if you:
- Watch primarily HGTV, Food Network, TLC, Hallmark, or reality TV
- Have kids who watch Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., or Cartoon Network
- Want unlimited cloud DVR without paying extra
- Already get local channels through an OTA antenna
- Don’t follow live sports
Philo is the wrong choice if you:
- Need ABC, CBS, NBC, or FOX for local news or network shows
- Watch ESPN or any sports network regularly
- Follow NFL, NBA, MLB, or college sports live
- Want Disney Channel or Freeform for younger kids
The honest comparison: Philo at $33/month vs. Sling Blue at $45/month vs. YouTube TV at $72.99/month. Philo wins on price and DVR. It loses on sports and locals. If those categories don’t matter to you, Philo is genuinely hard to beat.
For households that primarily watch free content and don’t need live TV at all, our roundup of best streaming services for local channels covers antenna-plus-streaming combinations that cost even less.
Final Word
Philo covers entertainment, lifestyle, reality, news, kids, and culture well. It does not cover sports or local broadcasts at all. For $33/month with unlimited DVR and AMC+ now bundled in, it’s one of the most efficient skinny bundles in 2026 — as long as you know what you’re giving up before you sign up.
