Hulu Live vs YouTube TV: Full Channel Lineup Comparison
Both Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV carry over 85 channels in common. The real decision comes down to the handful of exclusive channels on each service. Hulu carries A+E Networks channels (Lifetime, A&E, History, Hallmark) while YouTube TV carries ViacomCBS channels (MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount Network) plus PBS. This page provides the complete channel-by-channel breakdown so you can check every network that matters to your household.
52
Channels on Both
9
Hulu Exclusive
10
YouTube TV Exclusive
Broadcast Channels
| Channel | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV |
|---|---|---|
| ABC | Yes | Yes |
| CBS | Yes | Yes |
| Fox | Yes | Yes |
| NBC | Yes | Yes |
| CW | Yes | Yes |
| PBS | No | Yes |
| Telemundo | Yes | Yes |
| Univision | Yes | No |
Sports Channels
| Channel | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV |
|---|---|---|
| ESPN | Yes | Yes |
| ESPN2 | Yes | Yes |
| ESPNU | Yes | Yes |
| ESPNews | Yes | Yes |
| Fox Sports 1 (FS1) | Yes | Yes |
| Fox Sports 2 (FS2) | Yes | Yes |
| CBS Sports Network | Yes | Yes |
| NBC Sports | Yes | Yes |
| NFL Network | Yes | Yes |
| TNT | Yes | Yes |
| TBS | Yes | Yes |
| Big Ten Network | Yes | Yes |
| SEC Network | Yes | Yes |
| ACC Network | Yes | Yes |
| Golf Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Olympic Channel | Yes | Yes |
News Channels
| Channel | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV |
|---|---|---|
| CNN | Yes | Yes |
| MSNBC | Yes | Yes |
| Fox News | Yes | Yes |
| CNBC | Yes | Yes |
| Fox Business | Yes | Yes |
| BBC World News | Yes | Yes |
| NewsNation | Yes | Yes |
| Vice | Yes | No |
Entertainment Channels
| Channel | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV |
|---|---|---|
| USA Network | Yes | Yes |
| Bravo | Yes | Yes |
| E! | Yes | Yes |
| Syfy | Yes | Yes |
| FX | Yes | Yes |
| FXX | Yes | Yes |
| Freeform | Yes | Yes |
| truTV | Yes | Yes |
| Lifetime | Yes | No |
| LMN (Lifetime Movies) | Yes | No |
| Hallmark Channel | Yes | No |
| Hallmark Movies & Mysteries | Yes | No |
| A&E | Yes | No |
| History | Yes | No |
| FYI | Yes | No |
| BET | No | Yes |
| BET Her | No | Yes |
| CMT | No | Yes |
| Comedy Central | No | Yes |
| MTV | No | Yes |
| MTV2 | No | Yes |
| VH1 | No | Yes |
| Paramount Network | No | Yes |
| TV Land | No | Yes |
Lifestyle Channels
| Channel | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV |
|---|---|---|
| HGTV | Yes | Yes |
| Food Network | Yes | Yes |
| Discovery | Yes | Yes |
| TLC | Yes | Yes |
| OWN | Yes | Yes |
| Travel Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Animal Planet | Yes | Yes |
| Magnolia Network | Yes | Yes |
Kids Channels
| Channel | Hulu + Live TV | YouTube TV |
|---|---|---|
| Disney Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Disney Junior | Yes | Yes |
| Disney XD | Yes | Yes |
| Cartoon Network | Yes | Yes |
| Nickelodeon | Yes | Yes |
| Nick Jr. | Yes | Yes |
| Universal Kids | Yes | Yes |
Sports Add-On Packages
Beyond the sports channels included in both base plans, each service offers additional sports content through add-on packages. The most significant is YouTube TV's exclusive NFL Sunday Ticket, which is the only legal streaming option for watching out-of-market NFL Sunday afternoon games.
YouTube TV Sports Add-Ons
- NFL Sunday Ticket$349 to $449/season
- Sports Plus (NFL RedZone, Fox Soccer+)$10.99/mo
- 4K Plus (live sports in 4K)$9.99/mo
Hulu + Live TV Sports Content
- ESPN+ (UFC, NHL, MLS, college)Included
- NFL Sunday TicketNot available
- Sports add-on packagesNot available
Local Channel Availability
Both services carry local ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC affiliates in most US markets. Coverage varies by location, and some smaller markets may not have all four networks available through either service. You can check local channel availability by entering your zip code during the sign-up process on either platform. In major metropolitan areas, both services typically carry all local broadcast affiliates. Rural areas may have gaps on both platforms.
One notable difference: YouTube TV carries PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) in most markets, while Hulu + Live TV does not include PBS. If your household relies on PBS for children's programming (Sesame Street, Daniel Tiger) or documentary content (Frontline, NOVA, Nature), YouTube TV is the only option between these two services that includes it.
Hulu carries Univision in select markets for Spanish-language local news and programming, while YouTube TV offers a separate Spanish Plan add-on ($14.99/mo) with additional Spanish-language channels beyond what is included in the base package.
Channel Lineups Are Not Permanent
Both services renegotiate carriage agreements with networks regularly. In recent years, both Hulu Live and YouTube TV have temporarily lost channels during contract disputes. YouTube TV lost Disney and ESPN channels briefly during a 2023 carriage dispute, and Hulu has had similar interruptions. This page is updated monthly to reflect the current lineups as of the date shown in the footer.
When a channel is temporarily removed during a contract dispute, both services typically provide a prorated bill credit or allow subscribers to pause their account without penalty until the channel returns. Before subscribing, check the official channel listings on each service's website to confirm your must-have channels are currently available in your market.