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Head-to-head · Live TV Streaming Services

DAZN vs DIRECTV STREAM

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score DAZN #4 in Live TV Streaming Services 8.4/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 1 features Visit DAZN
DIRECTV STREAM #5 in Live TV Streaming Services 6.6/10 5-day trial ✓ 1 of 1 features Visit DIRECTV STREAM

DAZN leads on 0 checks, DIRECTV STREAM on 2, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreDAZN · 8.4/10
  • Most featuresDIRECTV STREAM · 1 of 1

DAZN scores higher on our rubric for live tv streaming services: 8.4 against 6.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #5.

DIRECTV STREAM leads on simultaneous streams: 3 versus 1. DIRECTV STREAM offers local channels; DAZN doesn't publish it. On sports focus, DAZN gives you Sports-focused where DIRECTV STREAM offers General.

DAZN is the better fit for live and on-demand sports coverage. DIRECTV STREAM is the better fit for live TV viewers who want broad channels and DVR.

  • DAZN fits best

    Live and on-demand sports coverage

  • DIRECTV STREAM fits best

    Live TV viewers who want broad channels and DVR

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Side by side

Feature DAZN 8.4/10 Visit ↗ DIRECTV STREAM 6.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 6.6
Ranking #4 in Live TV Streaming Services #5 in Live TV Streaming Services
Best for Live and on-demand sports coverage Live TV viewers who want broad channels and DVR
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Docs Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features DAZN 0/1 · DIRECTV STREAM 1/1
Local channels Not published ✓ (best)
Specs
Included channels Not published 90
DVR storage Not published Unlimited cloud DVR recording; retention period not verified
Simultaneous streams 1 3 (best)
Sports focus Sports-focused General
Supported platforms Smart TVs and streaming devices (Amazon Fire TV/Stick, Apple TV, Android TV, Chromecast, Samsung, LG, Sony, Panasonic, Hisense, Philips); Android and iOS phones/tablets; Mac, Windows, Chromebook; PlayStation and Xbox Smart TVs and connected streaming devices, iOS and Android phones/tablets, web browsers
Our review
Pros
  • Live events, on-demand sports content, highlights, and pay-per-view access
  • Annual plans allow two concurrent streams without an IP address limit
  • Supports browsers, mobile devices, TVs, streaming devices, and consoles
  • ENTERTAINMENT includes 90+ channels and unlimited cloud DVR recording
  • CHOICE adds specialty sports and regional sports networks
  • Up to three concurrent streams are available away from home
Cons
  • Monthly plan allows one concurrent stream and limits access to one IP address
  • Annual options require a 12-month contract
  • Available sports and competitions vary by territory
  • Local channel availability varies by market and package
  • Away-from-home viewing is limited to three concurrent streams
  • The five-day trial requires a card
Our verdict

DAZN is a paid sports streaming service for viewers who want live events alongside on-demand coverage and highlights. Its programming can include boxing, MMA, football, NFL, and tennis, with the available competitions determined by market.…

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DIRECTV STREAM delivers live television over an internet connection, without requiring a satellite dish. Its channel packages and smaller themed Genre Packs give viewers options ranging from kids programming to broad entertainment and…

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  1. DAZNLive TV Streaming Services 8.4Paid
  2. DIRECTV STREAMLive TV Streaming Services 6.65-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • DAZN — where it wins

    • Live events, on-demand sports content, highlights, and pay-per-view access
    • Annual plans allow two concurrent streams without an IP address limit
    • Supports browsers, mobile devices, TVs, streaming devices, and consoles

    Where it doesn't

    • Monthly plan allows one concurrent stream and limits access to one IP address
    • Annual options require a 12-month contract
    • Available sports and competitions vary by territory

  • DIRECTV STREAM — where it wins

    • ENTERTAINMENT includes 90+ channels and unlimited cloud DVR recording
    • CHOICE adds specialty sports and regional sports networks
    • Up to three concurrent streams are available away from home

    Where it doesn't

    • Local channel availability varies by market and package
    • Away-from-home viewing is limited to three concurrent streams
    • The five-day trial requires a card

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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