Cord Cutting Guides, News, and Reviews
We'll help you find the best streaming services and devices — and the best internet service to use them with.
It’s a lifestyle. Trust our reviews and buying guides to show you the best path to speedy internet, most secure experience, and unlimited entertainment. Whether you’re looking for an ultra-affordable setup or a bigger-than-cable entertainment bonanza, we have the advice you need to read before you subscribe to or buy anything. It’s time to free your TV, your devices, and your life.
From the ISP that gets you connected to the streaming service that delivers your favorite channels, we've done the legwork to help you choose wisely.
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is the ultimate cord-cutting option. It costs just $50 per month with no contract.
You can't stream without internet. AT&T Internet's highest speeds are strong streaming options — as long as they're available to you.
Disney's on-demand streaming service includes movies and shows from top properties like Star Wars and the MCU.
The skinniest of the "skinny bundles" offers the lowest prices in live TV streaming. The free trial offer makes this deal even sweeter.
ESPN Plus offers live sports and on-demand documentaries. It won't replace live TV on its own, but it's a must-have for sports fans.
Hulu + Live TV is a straightforward and user-friendly cable replacement. It includes on-demand Hulu, too!
There's a lot of tech out there. Let us help you figure out what to buy for your home entertainment setup. Our buying guides break down all of your best options and make it easier to see which products actually suit your needs — and which ones don't.
Streaming Services
Find out why you should cut the cord and how to watch TV without cable (or satellite).
Streaming Devices
To watch those streaming services on your biggest TV, you'll need a streaming device.
Internet Service
We'll explain how fast your internet needs to be for various common online activities.
VPN Services
A good VPN will protect your privacy, hide your location, and even help you evade streaming blackouts.
Looking for what to stream and how to watch your favorite shows, sports, and live TV specials? We have everything you need when you're looking for the right stream.
How to Watch the 2023 NFL Playoffs Without Cable
01/10/22
How to Watch Local Channels on Chromecast
How to Watch Local Channels on iOS
How to Get Local Channels on Roku
Check out some of the latest news, guides, and articles about cord-cutting we have to offer in this section. Whether you're looking for something to stream, recent cord-cutting events, or insights into cord-cutting, we have it all here.
How to Give a Streaming Service as a Gift
11/30/22
Learn how to give the gift of streaming for each of the major services this season.
7 Movies to Watch If Your Partner Loves Holiday Movies and You Don’t
Love the holidays but your partner doesn't? Check out this list to find a happy holiday medium for both of you.
7 Christmas Movies to Watch With Your Family
Rejoice in Christmas cheer with these 7 Christmas movies you watch this holiday season.
7 Best Christmas TV Episodes From ‘The Office'
From the trip to Benihana to the Secret Santa mishap, check out this list of our favorite "The Office" Christmas episodes.
The CordCutting.com Research team explores streaming media in America and beyond by examining consumer behavior, tendencies, and trends in streaming media consumption. Through polling and research, we gain in-depth insights into the streaming space, which also informs our reviews and comparisons of every major streaming TV service, platform, and device.
Paying for Channels You Don't Watch
07/13/22
People are spending more than ever for channels they don't even watch. This study dives into just how much they are paying.
Streaming Subscription Mooching in 2022
04/11/22
Password sharing or streaming subscription mooching is on the rise. This research article explores that trend.
Employees and Streaming During Work
03/14/22
Streaming during work is becoming a norm for more than half of all employees. Does this trend include you?
VPN Usage and Watching Restricted Netflix
12/15/21
People are using VPNs to get around Netflix's location-restricted content. In fact, up to 51% of users worldwide engage in this practice.
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Cord-cutting can be as simple or as complex as you want it to be. From simple explainers to high-tech DIY projects, our how-to pages will help you customize and fine-tune the cord-cutting entertainment setup of your dreams. Oh, and we can help you find your favorite channels, too.
How to Extend Your Home Wi-Fi Network
11/22/22
We're here to talk about how to extend the range of Wi-Fi networks to ensure you have internet access throughout your home.
How to Set Up a VPN
Let's make sure your privacy is protected — and that you can stream what you want to with no blackouts.
How to Get Internet Without Cable
Old-school pay TV like cable isn't leaving quietly, but internet streaming services are showing it the door.
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