In 2011, we decided to cut the cable out of our lives. We were spending far too much money on our cable service. We had 400 channels and only watched 10. We were also spending most of our time watching YouTube creators or free movies. At that time, streaming was just really kicking off and our options were limited.
With more and more people switching to streaming, there are now a ton of options. Unfortunately, you can end up spending just as much on multiple streaming channels as you did on your cable. If you are trying to lower your home entertainment bill, stay within budget, and still have variety here are some of the top free streaming channels to consider for your 2023 budget.
Tubi is a free streaming services offering movies, TV series, and even an extensive kids section. There are several reasons I decided to use Tubi, other than the free price tag. We wanted a streaming service that had a kids option. Most services do, but we were trying to avoid certain programs for our son. We found that Tubi had the most extensive free library for kids and the options made it easy to find the right shows for him and avoid the others.
One thing to know about me is that I love true crime documentaries and Tubi had me covered. There documentary section is extensive and, in my opinion, one of the best available for free. Tubi does not require a credit card, is free to use and to sign up (signing up also gives you the ability to save your progress), and it can be streamed on your phone or other device.
For free movies, Freevee can't be beat. Freevee is formerly IMDB movies and is now the free movie streaming service of Amazon. This streaming app can be downloaded to your phone, tablet, PS4, and many other devices. There are a ton of family movies, which is one of the reasons we downloaded it and use it. In fact, it is our go to app for family movie and game night. Freevee also has classic TV, like Bewitched as well as an extensive TV series section. If you are into horror movies, check out there library. It is a great mix of new movies and cult classics. Another key reason to have Freevee is their Live News broadcasts. Fox News, for example, is live on Freevee. This is ideal if you want to keep up with the latest news without having to pay for a specific service.
Pluto is an outstanding free alternative to traditional cable. In fact, if you look at how Pluto is set up, it looks nearly identical to the major cable companies format around the country. Pluto has over 400 channels ranging from movies to specific TV series. Hell's Kitchen, Mountain Men, and other well known series even have their own channels that stream the shows 24 hours a day. Pluto also offers an outstanding selection of news channels including the BBC, Skynews, Fox, and CNN.
By combining these three free streaming services you can stay updated on local and world news, stream free movies, and watch some of your favorite TV shows. All of these options are yours without spending a dime or sacrificing your entertainment.
