Head-to-head
My5 vs Channel 4
Both cost $0/mo, while Channel 4 lists more channels (12 vs 10). Prices and line-ups change often, so check each provider's site before you subscribe.
| Spec | My5 ★★★★★ | Channel 4 ★★★★★ |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.6 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Monthly price | $0 | $0 |
| Channels | 10 | 12 |
| Category | Free | Free |
| 4K streaming | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
Lower price
Tie
More channels
Channel 4
Higher rating
Channel 4
Choose My5 if…
Free catch-up and live streaming from Channel 5, 5USA, 5Select and Paramount Network UK.
Pros
- + Free
- + Simple apps
- + Decent catch-up library
Cons
- − UK only
- − Smaller catalogue than rivals
Choose Channel 4 if…
Free streaming of Channel 4, E4, More4 and Film4 with live channels and on-demand box sets.
Pros
- + Completely free
- + Live channels included
- + Acclaimed originals
Cons
- − UK only
- − Unskippable ads