Home to staple series like Saturday Night Live and Law & Order, and newer sitcoms like Lopez vs. Lopez, NBC is the destination for well-rounded prime-time entertainment.
Our top pick for watching NBC without cable is Sling TV.
But if Sling doesn’t work for you, we rounded up the other options, too.
Curious about what’s on NBC right now? Take a look at the Flixed TV Guide for NBC. This easy-to-use guide lets you see everything airing on NBC for up to a week in the future. Then, come back here to find the best streaming service to watch live programming on NBC without cable.
Top pick: Watch NBC on Sling
There are many ways to watch NBC without cable, including Sling, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, and YoutubeTV.
But our team’s pick for most people to watch NBC is Sling. Here’s why:
- Sling is available at the lowest monthly price point on this list.
- Sling is available in every region of the United States. (Viewers outside the US can try to access Sling with a VPN, like ExpressVPN.)
Read more about how we recommend streaming services.
Why we recommend Sling
If you're looking for the cheapest way to stream NBC, Sling could be your best choice. Sling is our top pick for watching NBC because it offers the best combination of price, channels, and features.
The Sling Blue package allows you to stream a total of 45 channels including NBC and FOX, CNN, or A&E. The Sling Orange+Blue package allows you to stream a total of 50 channels including NBC and TNT, Discovery Channel, or EPSN. Find out which local channels and regional sports networks Sling has in your area.
You can use Sling on web browsers, Android, or iOS as well as Amazon Fire, Roku, Chromecast, or Apple TV. Other devices include LG/Samsung Smart TVs or Xbox One Learn more about Sling device support.
Sports fan pick: Watch NBC on fuboTV
Most sports fans already know and love fuboTV. If you’re trying to watch NBC without cable and you also watch a lot of sports, fuboTV is probably the best pick for you.
Despite its lack of ESPN, the service offers almost every league, including NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. With 1000 hours of DVR space and 10 simultaneous streams available, you’ll never miss a game. At its cheapest plan, fuboTV offers 140+ channels to choose from, so you’ll have access to more than just sports as well.
Other channels included with fuboTV are: A&E, AMC, Animal Planet, BBC America, BET, CBS, Cheddar, Comedy Central, Disney Channel, ESPN, ESPN 2, ESPNU, Food Network, Freeform, FX, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, IFC, NFL Network, Telemundo, TLC, Travel Channel, TV Land, USA
fuboTV is available on devices like: AirTV, Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Cox, iOS, LG TV, Mi Box, Roku, Samsung TV, TiVo, Vizio, Windows 10, Windows 11, Xbox, Xbox One.
Read our fuboTV review.
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Family pick: Watch NBC on Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV’s offerings of family and kids-oriented content, both live and on-demand, makes it a great choice for families and large households. What makes it number one, though, is its inclusion of Disney+ in its packaging.
Hulu carries most local NBC stations, as well as CBS, FOX, and ABC stations in all areas where affiliates have inked agreements with Hulu+ Live TV.
Other channels included with Hulu + Live TV are: A&E, ABC News, BET, Bloomberg Television, Cartoon Network, CBS, Cheddar Big News, CNN, Comedy Central, Disney Channel, E!, ESPN, ESPN 2, ESPNews, Food Network, Freeform, FX, HGTV, History, ID, Lifetime, NFL Network, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, TruTV, Vice
Check out our Hulu+ Live TV guide to see what’s on Hulu and when.
Hulu + Live TV is available on devices like: AirTV, Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Cox, iOS, LG TV, Mi Box, Roku, Samsung TV, TiVo, Vizio, Windows 10, Windows 11, Xbox, Xbox One.
Read our Hulu review.
News fan pick: Watch NBC on YouTube TV
With its focus on sports and news channels, Youtube TV is a great choice for people looking to stay up to date with all the latest news. The service offers network channels like ABC News, FOX News, NBC News, BBC World News, CNBC, CNN, Cheddar News, MSNBC, and more.
Other channels included with Youtube TV are: A&E, AMC, Animal Planet, BBC America, BET, Cartoon Network, Cheddar, Cheddar Big News, CNN, Comedy Central, Disney Channel, ESPN, ESPN 2, ESPNU, Food Network, Freeform, FX, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, IFC, NFL Network, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, TV Land, USA
Youtube TV is available on devices like: AirTV, Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Cox, iOS, LG TV, Mi Box, Roku, Samsung TV, TiVo, Vizio, Windows 10, Windows 11, Xbox, Xbox One.
Read our Youtube TV review.
Watch your local NBC channel with Peacock Premium Plus
Peacock is the NBC-owned streaming service. It’s mainly known for carrying NBC shows on demand, but at the Premium Plus subscription level, you can also get live access to your local NBC affiliate station.
Read our Peacock review.
FAQ
You ask, we answer. These are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about watching NBC without cable.
Can I watch NBC with an antenna?
If you want to watch NBC and your other local stations for free, you can do so! All you need is an Over-The-Air (OTA) antenna, and a little bit of know-how! NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, and the CW are all “broadcast television” stations. You can get these stations and a few more — and they are all freely available to you if you have the right antenna, just like a radio station! Find the best antenna for watching TV without cable.
Is NBC live on Peacock?
Yes, NBC is available to watch live on Peacock Premium Plus.
Can I watch NBC on Amazon Prime Video?
NBC isn’t available to watch live on Amazon Prime Video. However, most top movies and TV shows are available to watch on demand on Prime Video.
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