Head-to-head
NOW vs Channel 4
Channel 4 is the cheaper of the two at $0/mo, while NOW lists more channels (30 vs 12). Prices and line-ups change often, so check each provider's site before you subscribe.
| Spec | NOW ★★★★★ | Channel 4 ★★★★★ |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.9 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Monthly price | $9.99 | $0 |
| Channels | 30 | 12 |
| Category | Sports | Free |
| 4K streaming | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
Lower price
Channel 4
More channels
NOW
Higher rating
Tie
Choose NOW if…
UK streaming of Sky Entertainment, Cinema and Sports via monthly memberships.
Pros
- + No contract
- + Sky Sports passes
- + Sky originals
Cons
- − UK only
- − HD costs extra
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