Crave
Crave: A Canadian streaming service with HBO, local programming and a free CTV selection. Ranked #4 of 63 in Video Streaming Services by our editors (9.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for canadian viewers seeking HBO and local content.
At a glance
- Editor score9.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forCanadian viewers seeking HBO and local content
- Free planYes
- Ad-supported tierYes
- Founded2014
- Facts checked3 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Combines HBO programming, Crave Originals and CTV content
- Offers English- and French-language programming, sports and news
- Premium adds downloads, up to 4K video and four simultaneous streams
Where it doesn't
- Most subscription content requires a paid Crave plan
- Offline downloads and four simultaneous streams require Premium
- Sports and live events are selected rather than the service’s sole focus
Our verdict on Crave
Crave is a Canadian streaming service from Bell Media, offering on-demand series and movies, HBO programming, Crave Originals, CTV content, and selected live events, sports and news. Its English- and French-language catalogue makes it a fit for viewers looking for a mix of Canadian programming and international series. Some CTV movies and series are available without a paid subscription through a free Bell Media account; subscription content requires a paid Crave plan. It streams through web, Windows, macOS, iOS and Android, as well as supported TVs, computers, mobile devices, tablets and game consoles.
The service’s appeal rests on the combination of HBO programming, Crave Originals and local CTV titles rather than a single genre. Live sports and news are part of the offering, but they are selected content, so viewers primarily seeking broad sports coverage may prefer a dedicated sports service. English and French programming supports households looking for both language options. Premium content bundles are available with Disney+, TSN and ICI TOU.TV EXTRA, with bundle details varying; those options can broaden the mix for viewers who want more than Crave’s catalogue alone.
Premium is the tier to consider for up to 4K video quality, offline downloads and up to four simultaneous streams. Those features are useful for households sharing a subscription or viewers who want to watch offline, but they are not available across every plan. A free option provides access to select CTV movies and series, while the wider subscription catalogue requires a paid plan. Crave is best suited to Canadian viewers drawn to HBO, local content and English- and French-language programming; it is less suited to people who want extensive sports coverage or access to its full library without paying.
Crave pricing
Crave fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Ad-supported tier | Yes |
| Offline downloads | Yes |
| Simultaneous streams | Not verified |
| Max video quality | 4k |
| Supported devices | TV, computers, mobile phones and tablets, game consoles |
| Included bundles | Premium content bundles are available with Disney+, TSN and ICI TOU.TV EXTRA; bundle details vary. |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Live chat |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: Disney+, TSN, ICI TOU.TV EXTRA |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | crave.ca |
| Facts checked | 3 Oct 2026 |
Crave integrations
Crave lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- Disney+
- TSN
- ICI TOU.TV EXTRA
Alternatives to Crave
- Prime VideoA broad mix of streaming, rentals, live sports, and optional channel subscriptions.9.4
- PlexPlex pairs free ad-supported streaming with tools for organizing and watching personal media.9.2
- Disney+A family-focused streaming subscription with broad catalogs, shared viewing and Vision Pro features.9.1
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