How to watch CNBC without cable

CNBC is a must-have channel if you’re a financial news junkie. However, it doesn’t mean that you should keep your expensive cable or satellite subscription. If you’d like to cut the cord and watch CNBC without cable, you’ve come to the right place!

TV streaming services like DIRECTV STREAM, Sling TV + News Extra Bundle, and Hulu + Live TV are offering CNBC as a part of their channel lineups. If you’re not sure which TV streaming service you should pick, just keep reading to find the one that’s right for you.

In a hurry? Here’s our favorite picks if you just want to watch CNBC right now:

1. DIRECTV STREAM: offers more regional sports networks than any other streaming service. With DIRECTV STREAM, you can enjoy everything you expect from cable with various options!
2. Sling TV: with the Sling Blue plan + the News Extra bundle, you can get 53 channels (CNBC Originals included). No long-term contract, easy cancellation.
3. Hulu + Live TV: Meet your new TV experience with Hulu + Live TV! No hdden fees.

Watch CNBC with DIRECTV STREAM

DIRECTV STREAM (formerly known as AT&T TV and AT&T TV NOW) is a no term commitment TV streaming service. As one of the most popular TV streaming service providers, DIRECTV STREAM offers regional sports networks, hit movies, original series, and more! In other words, with DIRECTV STREAM, you can enjoy the best of Live TV & On demand local and national channels, without the contracts.

DIRECTV STREAM Pricing and Plans

Currently, DIRECTV STREAM is offering 4 streaming packages:

Note: with the Enertainment package, you can get SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, EPIX® and Cinemax® for the first 3 months.

Note: with the Choice package, you can get HBO Max™, SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, EPIX® and Cinemax® for the first 3 months.

Note: with the Ultimate package, you can get HBO Max™, SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, EPIX® and Cinemax® for the first 3 months.

Note: with the Premier package, you can get EPIX® for the first 3 months.

DIRECTV STREAM Supported Devices

You can stream DIRECTV STREAM with all of the following compatible streaming devices:

• Smart TVs: Samsung TV, ARoku TV, Android TV, Mi TV, Chromecast Built-in TV and Amazon Fire TV Edition smart TV.
• TV streaming media players: DIRECTV STREAM Device, Chromecast, Apple TV 4K, Amazon Fire TV (Stick and Cube) and Roku.
• Mobile devices and tablets: iOS devices (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch), Android devices, and Amazon Fire (tablets).
• Web browsers: Chrome, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.

Watch CNBC with Sling TV

Sling TV is the first app-based TV service that let you stream on-demand movies, live TV shows and live sports instantly on your favorite devices. It’s simple, flexible and affordable: Sling costs less than most cable TV providers; it allows you to stream all channels at home or on the go from any streaming device; most importantly, there’s no long-term contracts!

To watch CNBC with Sling TV, you’ll need to purchase SLING BLUE + NEWS EXTRA:

Sling TV Pricing and Plans

Note: you can get half off your first month plus a free month of SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, and EPIX®.

Sling TV Supported Devices

As the first app-based TV service, Sling suports a tons of devices:

• TVs & Players: AirTV™ Mini, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Android TV, Google TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Contour Stream Player (COX), Evoca, Google TV Nest Hub, LG Smart TV, Oculus Go or Quest headset, Portal TV, Roku, Samsung smart TV, TiVo Stream 4K device, Vizio Smart TV, Xfinity.
• Phones & Computers: Amazon Fire Tablet, Android phone & tablet, iPhone & iPad, Windows 11 & 10 device, web browsers like Chrome, Edge and Safari.
• Gaming Consoles: XBOX SERIES X | S

Watch CNBC with Hulu + Live TV

A subscription to Hulu + Live TV is another option for you to get CNBC without cable and without a contract.

As a cable alternative, Hulu + Live TV is now bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+, offering many news channels like CNN, CNBC, ABC News Live and more!

Hulu + Live TV Pricing

Available add-ons: Unlimited Screens, HBO Max™, CINEMAX®, SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, Entertainment Add-on, Español Add-on, Sports Add-on.

That’s it! Hopefully, you’ve learned how to watch CNBC without cable. If you have any questions or suggestions on this topic, just drop a line in the comment area below. Thanks for reading!

By Justin Zeng

Justin is a technical writer. As a Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, he loves exploring new technologies and writing technical how-to tips to help people fix their computer / phone issues. When he's not writing, there's a 99 percent chance he's reading, playing video games or listening to music.

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