You can watch local TV channels without cable via Amazon Fire TV with one of these streaming services: fuboTV, PlayStation Vue, Sling TV, Hulu with Live TV, CBS All Access or Xfinity Instant TV. In this article, we’ll help you decide which streaming option is best for you. Let’s get started!
Before we continue, we want to highlight a particularly relevant stream for news, sports, and entertainment. Sling TV is one of the best options for streaming with a rich catalogue of 50+ live channels and 50k+ on-demand movies and episodes.
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Watch Local TV Channels on Amazon Fire TV with fuboTV
fuboTV started as a sports-only service, but now it’s much more than that. The scrappy startup has made deals with every network except ABC. Its CBS, NBC, FOX, Univision and Telemundo coverage is quite good, though.
FuboTV Pricing and Packages
The Fubo Standard package is all you need to get access to all the local TV channels that fuboTV has to offer. The total package includes around 90 channels, but you’ll get more or less depending on where you live.
| Pro 7-day free trial $69.99/ month | 138 channels 10 simultaneous streams 1,000 hours of DVR space | TRY FREE |
| Elite 7-day free trial $79.99/ month | 202 channels 54 more channels with fubo Extra 12 more channels with fubo News Plus 10 simultaneous streams 1,000 hours of DVR space | TRY FREE |
| Latino Monthly $8 off for the first month $33/ month | 45 channels 2 simultaneous streams 250 hours of DVR space | SIGN UP |
| Ultimate 7-day free trial $99.99/ month | 240 channels 54 more channels with fubo Extra 12 more channels with fubo News Plus Showtime Live and On Demand Sports Plus with NFL Redzone 10 simultaneous streams 1,000 hours of DVR space | TRY FREE |
To learn more about fuboTV’s pricing and packages, click here.
FuboTV Channels
The local channels you get with fuboTV include CBS, NBC, FOX, Univision and Telemundo.
fuboTV was the first US streaming service to offer 4K channels. Last July, fuboTV debuted 4K HDR streaming of select games on FOX and FS1. A few months later, NBCSN started airing some programming in 4K. More recently, Big Ten Network started broadcasting some 4K content to fuboTV subscribers.
To learn more about fuboTV’s channels, click here.
fuboTV Supported Devices
fuboTV has above average device support:
- TV streaming media players: Apple TV (4th gen and up), Amazon Fire TV and TV Stick (1st gen and up), Chromecast and Roku (2, 3 and 4)
- Smart TVs: Android TV (4.4 and up)
- Game consoles: None
- Mobile devices and tablets: Android and iOS
- Desktop browsers: Most Mac and PC browsers
Click here to learn more about fuboTV’s device support.
FuboTV Simultaneous Streams
fuboTV lets you watch TV on two devices at once. If you have a larger number of people you intend to share your account with, you upgrade to three streams for $6 per month.
To learn more about fuboTV’s simultaneous streaming policy, check here.
FuboTV DVR
FuboTV also offers a cloud DVR service, which lets you record up to 30 hours of video without any additional costs. The Cloud DVR Plus add-on boosts your recording limit to a rather impressive 500 hours.
To learn more about fuboTV’s DVR, click here.
FuboTV On-Demand Library
fuboTV’s on-demand library isn’t huge, but it has a decent amount of content.
Click here to learn more about fuboTV’s on-demand library.
Watch Local TV Channels on Amazon Fire TV with PlayStation Vue
Unlike fuboTV, PlayStation Vue didn’t start out as a niche streaming service. As a result, you’ll get a bit more channel variety with this streaming service. There’s another advantage that PlayStation Vue has over fuboTV: it carries all four American broadcast channels.
PlayStation Vue Pricing and Packages
As is the case with most streaming services, the more you pay, the more channels you get. All PlayStation Vue customers get all the local channels, provided that PlayStation has signed deals with all the broadcasters in your area. Even though coverage is good, it’s a good idea to check the PlayStation Vue website to see which channels you get before you sign up.
| Access 5-Day Free Trial $44.99/ month | 50 channels 5 simultaneous streams* ESPN and Disney Premium sports EPIX and FXM HBO and SHOWTIME | SIGN UP |
| Core 5-Day Free Trial $49.99/ month | 75 channels 5 simultaneous streams* ESPN and Disney Premium sports EPIX and FXM HBO and SHOWTIME | SIGN UP |
| Elite 5-Day Free Trial $59.99/ month | 96 channels 5 simultaneous streams* ESPN and Disney Premium sports EPIX and FXM HBO and SHOWTIME | SIGN UP |
| Ultra 5-Day Free Trial $79.99/ month | 98 channels 5 simultaneous streams* ESPN and Disney Premium sports EPIX and FXM HBO and SHOWTIME | SIGN UP |
Click here to learn more about PlayStation Vue’s pricing and packages.
PlayStation Vue Channels
Access is designed for people who don’t want to spend much money on TV entertainment. It has around 50 channels, including ESPN, Disney and lots of others. The next step up, Core, gives you access to NFL Network, ESPNU, ESPNEWS and more. Elite’s focus is movie channels. Ultra is the most expensive plan and it comes with several premium cable channels.
To learn more about PlayStation Vue’s channels, click here.
PlayStation Vue Supported Devices
Yes, you can use PlayStation Vue without a PlayStation. Supported devices include:
- TV streaming media players: Apple TV (4th gen and up), Android TV (all gens), Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick (all gens), Chromecast (1st gen and up) and Roku (firmware 8.0 and up).
- Smart TVs: Amazon Fire TV (all gens), Android TV (all gens) and Roku (firmware 8.0 and up).
- Mobile devices and tablets: Android OS 5.0 and up, iOS 9 and up, and Amazon Fire HD6 tablets and up.
- Game consoles: PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4.
- Desktop browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Microsoft Edge are recommended (most recent versions will work).
Click here to learn more about PlayStation Vue’s device support.
PlayStation Vue Simultaneous Streams
PlayStation Vue allows users to stream on up to 5 devices at once, which is far more than what most other streaming services allow.
To learn more about PlayStation Vue’s simultaneous streaming policy, check here.
PlayStation Vue DVR
PlayStation Vue’s unlimited DVR lets you save as much TV as you want. Recordings expire after four weeks.
To learn more about PlayStation Vue’s DVR, click here.
PlayStation Vue On-Demand Library
PlayStation Vue’s on-demand content library is good, but it’s not comparable to streaming services that specialize in on-demand.
Click here to learn more about PlayStation Vue’s on-demand library.
Watch Local TV Channels on Amazon Fire TV with Sling TV
Sling TV‘s local channel coverage isn’t great compared to competing streaming services. The only broadcast networks that the streaming pioneer carries are NBC and FOX. However, there is a perk that makes up for this: Sling TV will send you a free HD TV antenna when you subscribe. What’s more, there are several different types of antennas you can choose from. Check the Sling TV website for more details.
Sling TV Pricing and Packages
Sling TV offers three options for new subscribers. You can choose between two base plans or get both base plans for a discounted price. Both base plans cost $25.
* You get 1 stream for Sling Orange channels and up to 3 simultaneous streams for Sling Blue channels.
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To learn more about Sling TV pricing, check here.
Sling TV Channels
Sling Blue is the base plan you want to get if you want NBC and FOX. You won’t get any local channels if you get Sling Orange by itself. There are many holes in Sling TV’s local TV coverage map, though. That’s why it’s a good idea to check Sling TV’s website first before you sign up to find out which local channels you’ll get. If you can’t get any local channels, you’ll have to make do with the free antenna that Sling TV will send you if you pay for several months of service in advance.
To learn more about Sling TV channels, check here.
Sling TV Supported Devices
Sling TV has great device support:
- TV streaming media players: Apple TV (4th gen and up), Amazon Fire TV (all versions), Chromecast, Roku (LT and up), AirTV.
- Smart TVs: LG TV (Web OS 3.0, 3.5, and 4.0, as well as select 2016-2018 models), Samsung TV (2016 through 2018 models), Android TV (4.4 and up), Roku TV, Mi TV.
- Mobile devices and tablets: Android (4.4 and up), iOS (11 and up), Amazon Fire (tablets).
- Game consoles: Xbox One.
- Desktop browsers: Chrome is recommended for use with Mac and Windows.
Check here for more info on Sling TV’s supported devices.
Sling TV Simultaneous Streams
With Sling Blue, you get three simultaneous streams. That’s more than industry standard (which is two streams), and more than you’d get with Sling Orange (only one stream).
To learn more about Sling TV’s simultaneous streams, click here.
Sling TV DVR
Sling TV doesn’t come with a free DVR, but you can add recording functionality for $5/month extra. You can’t record any Sling Orange channels, though.
To learn more about Sling TV’s DVR, check here.
Sling TV On-Demand Library
Sling TV does have an on-demand content library, but it’s somewhat limited compared to some streaming services.
Click here to learn more about Sling TV’s on-demand library.
Watch Local TV Channels on Amazon Fire TV with Hulu With Live TV
Hulu with Live TV comes with not only 50+ live TV channels but also a huge on-demand library and great local channel coverage. Like PlayStation Vue, Hulu with Live TV carries all four American broadcast networks.
Hulu with Live TV Pricing and Packages
Hulu with Live TV offers just a few all-inclusive plans. The main package has 60+ channels and costs $45/month.
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To learn more about Hulu with Live TV’s pricing, click here.
Hulu with Live TV Channels
All Hulu with Live TV subscribers can watch ABC, FOX, NBC and CBS– but only if Hulu has signed deals with the affiliates in your area. Check the Hulu with Live TV website to find out what channels you’ll get before you join.
Click here to learn more about Hulu with Live TV’s channel options.
Hulu with Live TV Supported Devices
Hulu + Live TV has great device support. The most popular streaming devices are available.
- TV streaming media players: Apple TV (4th gen and up), Amazon Fire TV and TV Stick, Chromecast and Roku (most models).
- Smart TVs: LG TV (select models), Samsung TV (select models), Android TV and Roku TV.
- Mobile devices and tablets: Android (5.0 and up), iOS (11 and up), Amazon Fire (tablets).
- Game consoles: Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Xbox 360.
- Desktop browsers: Most Mac and PC browsers.
- Smart home devices: Amazon Echo Show (video and voice controls).
- Desktop operating systems: Windows 10 (dedicated app).
To learn more about Hulu with Live TV’s supported devices, click here.
Hulu with Live TV Simultaneous Streams
The base subscription comes with two simultaneous streams. Hulu’s Unlimited Screens add-on lets you stream to an unlimited number of devices on your home network.
To learn more about Hulu with Live TV’s simultaneous streaming policy, click here.
Hulu with Live TV DVR
A robust 50-hour cloud DVR comes free with the basic subscription. Your storage capabilities can also be increased up to 200 hours with the Enhanced Cloud DVR add-on.
To learn more about Hulu with Live TV’s DVR storage options, click here.
Hulu with Live TV On-Demand Library
Hulu with Live TV’s best feature is its huge on-demand catalog.
You can learn more about Hulu with Live TV’s on-demand library by checking here.
Watch Local TV on Amazon Fire TV with CBS All Access
Sometimes, you only want or need one channel. If that’s you (and that channel is CBS), CBS All Access is a reasonable choice to consider.
Through CBS All Access, you will get CBS local TV live as long as CBS All Access offers local TV in your area. Beyond that, you can get CBS TV shows and movies on-demand. It’s currently the only place to watch the hit new Star Trek Beyond TV show, as well as other future Star Trek TV shows in the pipeline.
CBS All Access costs $5.99 per month and comes with a 1-month free trial.
Watch Local TV on Amazon Fire TV with Xfinity Instant TV
A service just for Comcast internet subscribers, Xfinity Instant TV is a cord-cutting “skinny bundle” TV service that you can try for free for one month before committing.
Through Instant TV, Comcast offers a very limited, basic TV package. All of your local broadcast networks are available (NBC, Fox, CBS, ABC), as well as a list of channels you won’t get with many of the other cord-cutting options, including The CW and PBS.
After the free trial, Xfinity Instant TV is $18 per month. You can check here to see if Xfinity Instant TV is available in your area.
Streaming Services for TV News
Getting local TV channels will cost you a little money, but if all you want is the local TV news, minus the local sports or other entertainment shows, you can get those for free.
The following free streaming options will get you local TV news through your Amazon Fire TV without a single penny coming from your wallet.
NewsOn
NewsOn is hands down the best app for local TV news from across the US. In fact, the service operates solely for that purpose, and unlike many other streaming apps, only gives news feeds from local news stations around the country. It’s also completely free.
You don’t need to enter your zip code to watch any of the streams available through NewsOn. Any and every broadcast market that is available streaming online through NewsOn can be accessed by any user, in any location.
Pluto.tv
There are hundreds of ad-supported channels streaming through Pluto.tv. That includes a large number of TV news stations, freely available. And unlike internet TV streaming services, you’re not restricted to just channels from your zip code.
Some of the most popular TV news shows, which are typically only available if you have access to one of the major local broadcasters, can be streamed online through Pluto.tv.
Alex Munkachy is a freelance writer, game developer and hobby robotics enthusiast. You can find his blog about robotics news and reviews at robotfanatics.com.
