At a Glance
- Starz new subscribers pay $3/month for first 3 months (73% off)
- YouTube TV offers $10 off first 3 months, saving $30
- Paramount Plus one-year via StackSocial for $30, 59% off
Why it matters: These discounts let you access popular streaming services for a fraction of the usual price.
A new year means new resolutions, and for many, that means watching more shows without breaking the bank. CNET’s latest roundup shows how to snag deep discounts on services like Starz, YouTube TV, Paramount Plus, and more, turning a pricey entertainment budget into a budget-friendly one.
Starz & YouTube TV Specials
Starz’s standard monthly rate is $11, but new subscribers can slash the cost with a $3/month intro rate for the first three months. After that, a one-year prepay costs only $12, dropping the effective monthly price to $1.
YouTube TV, the top cable alternative, normally costs $83/month. The current promotion gives $10 off the first three months, a total savings of $30 until the end of the year.
- Starz: $11 → $3 (first 3 months) → $1 (yearly)
- YouTube TV: $83 → $73 (first 3 months)
Live TV Bundles & Premium Options
Sling offers a Total TV plan with over 65 channels for $30 the first month, saving $31. Sling also sells a day pass for $5 and a 3-month prepay for $50. Fubo’s Sports and News plan starts at $55/month; new users can reduce the first month to $46 with a $10 discount, while the Pro plan drops to $49 and Elite with Sports Plus to $54. Elite subscribers who choose a six-month plan receive a free Apple TV 4K (worth $129).
- Sling Total TV: $30 first month
- Sling Day Pass: $5
- Sling 3-month prepay: $50
- Fubo Sports & News: $46 first month
- Fubo Pro: $49 first month
- Fubo Elite with Sports Plus: $54 first month
Ad-Supported & Bundle Savings
Disney Plus and Hulu can be combined in the Trio Basic bundle for $20/month (ad-supported) or $33/month (ad-free). Paramount Plus offers an ad-supported Essential plan at $8/month and an ad-free Premium plan at $13/month; prepaying a year saves $3/month on each. Students get a 50% discount on monthly plans.
| Service | Ad-Supported | Ad-Free |
|---|---|---|
| Disney + Hulu (Trio Basic) | $20 | $33 |
| Paramount Plus | $8 | $13 |
Spotify’s student verification via SheerID keeps the Basic tier free for four years, requiring re-verification every 12 months.
Lifetime & One-Year Deals
Spectrum customers with a TV Select package can get a free basic Disney Plus tier. Curiosity Stream offers a lifetime subscription for $150 instead of the usual $400. StackSocial sells Paramount Plus one-year for $30, two-year for $60, three-year for $72, and a lifetime for $140, saving up to 59%.
- Spectrum Disney Plus: free
- Curiosity Stream: $150 lifetime
- Paramount Plus StackSocial: $30/yr, $60/2yr, $72/3yr, $140 lifetime
Key Takeaways
- Starz and YouTube TV provide the biggest monthly savings with intro offers.
- Sling and Fubo give solid live-TV discounts, especially for short-term plans.
- Bundle and lifetime deals cut costs dramatically, especially for students and long-term subscribers.
With these offers, you can keep your streaming lineup fresh without the usual price tag, making the most of 2024’s budget-friendly entertainment options.
