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IPTV vs Cable vs Streaming: Cost and Feature Comparison
IPTV vs cable vs streaming compared on monthly cost, live channels, sport, on-demand, devices and contracts, with a table to show which fits your household.
Comparison
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WorldIPTV plans side by side
| Feature | 1-month plan | 3-month plan | 6-month planMost popular | 12-month plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | $12 | $25 | $35 | $65 |
| per month equivalent | $12 | $8.33 | $5.83 | $5.42 |
| 2 screens | $16.80 | $35 | $49 | $91 |
| 3 screens | $21 | $43.75 | $61.25 | $113.75 |
| Save | 0% | 31% | 51% | 55% |
| 4K / FHD / HD streams | ||||
| EPG (TV guide) for every country | ||||
| Works on every device | ||||
| 7-day money-back guarantee |
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1-month plan, 1 screen. Cancel anytime, or upgrade with credit for unused days.
$12/month
Choose this planOne TV, one household
12-month plan, 1 screen. The lowest monthly cost.
$5.42/month
Choose this planFamily with several TVs
12-month plan, 3 screens. Watch different channels in different rooms.
$9.48/month
Choose this planFootball season only
6-month plan, 2 screens. Covers a full season at a lower rate than monthly.
$8.17/month
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IPTV vs cable vs streaming
What a typical household pays per month for comparable channel coverage.
| Feature | WorldIPTV | Cable / satellite | Streaming bundles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live channels | 20,000+ | 150-300 | 70-120 |
| Movies & series | 80,000+ | Pay-per-view | Per service |
| Countries | 60+ | 1 | 1 |
| 4K | Included | Extra fee | Premium tier |
| Contract | None | 12-24 months | None |
| Typical monthly cost | $5.42/month | $100-200 | $80-150 (3-4 services) |
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M3U vs Xtream Codes explained: how each IPTV format works, a technical comparison table covering EPG, VOD, catch-up and speed, and which to use on each device.
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