Head-to-head
Sky Stream vs Channel 4
Channel 4 is the cheaper of the two at $0/mo, while Sky Stream lists more channels (150 vs 12). Prices and line-ups change often, so check each provider's site before you subscribe.
| Spec | Sky Stream ★★★★★ | Channel 4 ★★★★★ |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.2 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Monthly price | $26 | $0 |
| Channels | 150 | 12 |
| Category | General | Free |
| 4K streaming | Yes | No |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
Lower price
Channel 4
More channels
Sky Stream
Higher rating
Sky Stream
Choose Sky Stream if…
Sky's full channel lineup delivered over broadband on a puck, no satellite dish required.
Pros
- + Full Sky lineup
- + No dish or install
- + Netflix bundled
Cons
- − UK/IE only
- − Gets pricey with add-ons
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