Direct TV Stream Review

Special features

• HBO is included as standard - in the choice and ultimate packages
• Access to between 65 and 130 channels of live TV - These include news channels, live sports, movies and drama
• Record and store up to 20 hours of live TV - You an get unlimited hours of cloud DVR for extra $10/month.

Catalog

Direct TV Stream gives access to some of the most popular network channels, including HBO, NBC, ABC and a wide range of sports channels.

Popular shows and movies include:

TV Shows: 

- Game of Thrones
- The Rookie
- NCIS

Movies:

- Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
- 50 Shades of Grey
- Captain America: Civil War

Depending on the package you choose, you can access between 65 - 130 channels of live TV and a wide range of live sporting events. Direct TV Stream claims around 40,000 titles are currently accessible, but bear in mind, the number of episodes available can vary from show to show.

Global coverage

Direct TV Stream is only available in the US. The app and website are blocked in other countries but may be accessed if you’re using a virtual private network.

Account

• Stream from three devices simultaneously - You can also add an extra device for an additional $5 per month
• Clean and intuitive interface - Direct TV Stream makes browsing simple and lets you swipe in the app to change channels
• Parental controls - AT&T’s long experience as a cable provider has made these easy to set up

Prices

Direct TV Stream has seven packages and all of them include 500 hours of live TV DVR recording and simultaneous streaming on up to three devices. The differences come in the number of channels on offer.

Customer Support

Direct TV Stream provides several troubleshooting articles via its website. However, only live chat support is offered for streaming service users and no direct phone number is available. Direct TV Stream encourages users to reach out via social media channels and the forums too if you have any questions.

Account Cancelation & Money Back

All the Direct TV Stream packages are contactless. On cancellation, you will only pay up until the end of the month.

Summary

If you love HBO’s shows, then Direct TV Stream could be worth it given that it is included as part of the basic package. However, when compared to competitors like Hulu Live and Sling TV, it offers less content for a higher price. All on-demand content also includes commercials and the more expensive packages are equivalent prices to standard cable contracts, which could leave you wondering why you should make the switch at all.