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Optimum TV Packages, Prices & Channel Lineup for 2026

Optimum TV packages currently start at $30 per month when Entertainment TV is combined with an eligible Optimum Internet plan and qualifying Auto Pay and Paperless Bill discount. This guide compares the packages Optimum sells in each region, what each one costs and which channels are in each tier.

  • Entertainment, Extra and Everything TV
  • Basic, Value, Select and Premier TV
  • Channel-by-channel tier table

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Quick answer

Optimum sells TV under more than one package structure, and which one you see depends on your market. Entertainment TV, Extra TV and Everything TV are Optimum’s newer packages, with advertised pricing starting from $30 per month when eligibility requirements are met. Optimum’s own Everything TV help page describes that package as currently available in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut tri-state area. Many other markets use Basic TV, Value TV, Select TV and Premier TV, and some, such as Abilene, Texas, list Extra, Core, Value, Select, Everything and Premier TV together.

Entertainment TV is the lowest-cost option but has no local broadcast stations or DVR. Extra TV (or Value TV) is the usual starting point for families who want local channels, news and ESPN. Everything TV, Select TV or Premier TV is built for households that want the widest sports, family, specialty and premium lineup. Which structure, channels and price apply depends on your address.

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How we verified this information: We cross-checked package names, pricing and channel counts against Optimum’s official TV plans page, its Entertainment TV, Extra TV and Everything TV pages and its channel lineup tool. The channel tables below were checked against Optimum’s published channel lineup for Conroe, TX (effective September 8, 2025), and what each tier contains was checked against Optimum’s pricing and packages page. Package names, prices and lineups vary by address and change without notice, so use Optimum’s ZIP-code availability tool, or call us, to confirm what applies at your address before ordering.

The best Optimum TV package depends on three things:

  1. The package structure offered at your address
  2. The channels and sports networks your household actually watches
  3. The complete monthly cost after required services, equipment and add-ons

Optimum’s Package Structures

Optimum does not sell one fixed TV lineup everywhere. Two customers in different markets, and sometimes in neighboring towns, can be quoted different package names, channel placement, local stations and prices.

Entertainment TV, Extra TV and Everything TV

This is Optimum’s newer video model. Entertainment TV is delivered through the Optimum Stream device. Optimum’s Everything TV page states that package is currently available in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut tri-state area and that availability will continue to expand by region. Extra TV and Everything TV also work with supported cable boxes, the Optimum TV App and Apple TV, subject to your location and equipment.

Basic TV, Value TV, Select TV and Premier TV

Many other Optimum markets are sold as four tiers. Optimum’s pricing and packages page describes them as building on each other: Value TV is Basic TV plus Standard Cable, Select TV adds the Family and Movie packages, and Premier TV adds the Sports & Information package and HBO Max. Some markets split the lineup further. Optimum’s published lineup for Abilene, TX, for example, lists Basic, Extra, Core, Value, Select, Everything and Premier TV, with each tier including the ones before it. Because channel placement and package names differ by market, never assume a package advertised in one Optimum market has the same name, channels or price in another.

Bottom line

Entering your address is the only reliable way to learn which structure, lineup and promotional price apply to your home. Use Optimum’s ZIP-code availability tool, our Optimum availability guide, or request an availability check from us.

Optimum TV Plans and Prices at a Glance

Entertainment, Extra and Everything TV

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PackageAdvertised pricingLive channelsIncluded appsBest for
Entertainment TVFrom $30/mo.*70+20+Entertainment and streaming-focused households
Extra TV$95/mo.*125+25+Families wanting local channels, news and national sports
Everything TV$150/mo.*200+50+Serious sports fans and households wanting the broadest lineup

*Prices are Optimum’s advertised monthly rates as of October 17, 2026, with an eligible Optimum Internet plan and a $10 Auto Pay and Paperless Billing discount paid by checking; no discount applies with credit cards. Entertainment TV is $30 for 12 months and can then rise by up to $10 a month per year; Extra TV and Everything TV can rise by up to $25 a month per year after 12 months. Pricing and package availability vary by service area, eligibility, Internet plan and billing method. Content entitlement for included apps also depends on the selected package, and some third-party subscriptions may require a separate upgrade. Confirm the complete offer for your address before ordering. See Optimum’s official TV plans page for current terms.

Basic, Value, Select and Premier TV

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PackageWhat it contains
Basic TVLocal broadcast stations and essential channels
Value TVBasic TV plus Optimum’s Standard Cable lineup. In the Conroe, TX lineup this includes ESPN and ESPN2, major cable news, Disney Channel, Nickelodeon, HGTV and most popular cable networks
Select TVValue TV plus the Family and Movie packages, such as Disney Junior, Disney XD, Magnolia Network, Cooking Channel, Smithsonian Channel, STARZ Encore and FX Movie Channel
Premier TVSelect TV plus the Sports & Information package (such as ESPNews, ESPNU, Fox Sports 2, CBS Sports Network and Big Ten Network) and HBO Max

Monthly prices for these four tiers vary by address, Internet bundle and current promotion, so we confirm the current rate for your address before you order rather than quoting a headline number here.

What Is Included With Each Package?

Entertainment TV: affordable entertainment and streaming

Entertainment TV currently includes 70+ live channels and 20+ network apps. Its lineup focuses on entertainment and lifestyle networks, with examples such as HGTV, Discovery, AMC, Paramount Network, Hallmark and Lifetime. See Optimum’s Entertainment TV page for the full current lineup.

It may suit you if you already subscribe to eligible Optimum Internet, mainly watch entertainment and lifestyle programming, want live channels and apps in one interface and do not need Cloud DVR or an extensive sports lineup. It is delivered exclusively through Optimum Stream, requires eligible Optimum Internet (it is not available with Internet plans of 50 Mbps or lower), does not support DVR and does not include local broadcast stations.

Extra TV: the best fit for most families

Extra TV currently includes 125+ live channels and 25+ apps. It builds on the entertainment lineup by adding local broadcast stations, news, family programming and national sports. Prominent examples include ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC (subject to local availability), ESPN, CNN, FOX News, MS NOW, Disney Channel, Bravo and USA Network. See Optimum’s Extra TV page for the full lineup.

Everything TV: sports and the broadest selection

Everything TV currently includes 200+ live channels and 50+ apps, including everything in Extra TV. Optimum highlights networks such as NFL Network, Big Ten Network, ACC Network, SEC Network, Golf Channel, Tennis Channel, STARZ Encore, FXM and TCM. Regional sports network availability varies substantially by location, so verify which network carries your local teams before choosing. See Optimum’s Everything TV page or the channel lineup tool. It costs considerably more than Extra TV and is the better value only when your household will use the additional sports, specialty networks and apps.

Basic, Value, Select and Premier TV

In markets that use the four-tier structure, Basic TV covers local broadcast stations and essentials, Value TV adds Optimum’s Standard Cable lineup, Select TV adds the Family and Movie packages, and Premier TV adds the Sports & Information package and HBO Max. The channel tables below show where individual networks sit in one published four-tier lineup.

Channel Lineup by Package

The tables below show where individual networks sit in Optimum’s published four-tier lineup for Conroe, TX (effective September 8, 2025). A check mark means included in that tier, “Add-on” means the channel belongs to a package or premium service Optimum sells separately for an extra monthly fee, and a dash means not offered in that tier.

How to read these tables

Optimum publishes a separate lineup for every market, so these tables reproduce the placement in one official market, Conroe, TX. Other markets can place the same channel in a different tier. In Abilene, TX, for example, NFL Network is listed under Select TV and the Sports & Information package, and the cable networks are spread across Extra, Core and Value TV. Each tier includes Basic TV, so local stations are in every column. Use Optimum’s channel lineup tool for your address, and for Extra TV and Everything TV, and confirm any must-have channel before you order.

Sports channels

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ChannelValue TVSelect TVPremier TV
ESPN✓✓✓
ESPN2✓✓✓
ESPNewsAdd-onAdd-on✓
ESPNUAdd-onAdd-on✓
FS1 (Fox Sports 1)✓✓✓
FS2 (Fox Sports 2)Add-onAdd-on✓
Golf Channel✓✓✓
TENNIS Channel✓✓✓
NFL Network✓✓✓
CBS Sports NetworkAdd-onAdd-on✓
SEC Network✓✓✓
Big Ten NetworkAdd-onAdd-on✓
ACC Network✓✓✓
Outdoor Channel✓✓✓
MotorTrend✓✓✓

Regional sports networks covering your local MLB, NBA or NHL team are a separate carriage question. They vary heavily by market and are sometimes affected by carriage disputes between Optimum and the network owner, so if one is the reason you are choosing a package, confirm it is currently carried in your area before you commit.

News channels

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ChannelValue TVSelect TVPremier TV
CNN✓✓✓
Fox News✓✓✓
MS NOW (listed as MSNBC)✓✓✓
CNBC✓✓✓
Fox Business✓✓✓
Bloomberg✓✓✓
HLN✓✓✓
Newsmax✓✓✓
NewsNation✓✓✓
C-SPAN and C-SPAN 2✓✓✓
C-SPAN 3—✓✓
The Weather Channel✓✓✓

Entertainment channels

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ChannelValue TVSelect TVPremier TV
TBS✓✓✓
TNT✓✓✓
USA Network✓✓✓
FX✓✓✓
FXX✓✓✓
FX Movie ChannelAdd-on✓✓
AMC✓✓✓
truTV✓✓✓
Bravo✓✓✓
E!✓✓✓
Comedy Central✓✓✓
Paramount Network✓✓✓
Freeform✓✓✓
IFC✓✓✓
SundanceTV✓✓✓
Syfy✓✓✓
MTV✓✓✓
VH1✓✓✓
BET✓✓✓
BET Her—✓✓
WE tv✓✓✓
Oxygen True Crime✓✓✓
Investigation Discovery✓✓✓
VICE TV—✓✓
TV Land✓✓✓
Game Show Network✓✓✓

Kids and family

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ChannelValue TVSelect TVPremier TV
Disney Channel✓✓✓
Disney JuniorAdd-on✓✓
Disney XDAdd-on✓✓
Nickelodeon✓✓✓
Nick Jr.✓✓✓
NicktoonsAdd-on✓✓
Cartoon Network✓✓✓

Lifestyle channels

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ChannelValue TVSelect TVPremier TV
HGTV✓✓✓
Food Network✓✓✓
Travel Channel✓✓✓
Discovery Channel✓✓✓
Animal Planet✓✓✓
History Channel✓✓✓
A&E✓✓✓
Lifetime✓✓✓
National Geographic✓✓✓
OWN✓✓✓
Hallmark Channel✓✓✓
Hallmark Mystery✓✓✓
Magnolia NetworkAdd-on✓✓
Cooking ChannelAdd-on✓✓

Local broadcast and Spanish-language channels

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ChannelValue TVSelect TVPremier TV
Local ABC / CBS / NBC / FOX affiliates✓✓✓
The CW✓✓✓
PBS✓✓✓
Telemundo✓✓✓
Univision✓✓✓
UniMás✓✓✓
NBC UniversoAdd-on✓✓
TUDNAdd-onAdd-on✓

Local broadcast stations are part of the four-tier lineup starting with Basic TV. What varies by location is which affiliate you receive and its channel number, because Optimum publishes a separate lineup for each local market.

Premium movie services

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ServiceValue TVSelect TVPremier TV
HBO Max (HBO channels)Add-onAdd-onIncluded
STARZ EncoreAdd-onIncludedIncluded
STARZAdd-onAdd-onAdd-on
Paramount+ with SHOWTIMEAdd-onAdd-onAdd-on
CinemaxAdd-onAdd-onAdd-on

In this published lineup, Premier TV includes HBO Max and STARZ Encore comes with the Movie package in Select TV and Premier TV, but STARZ, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME and Cinemax are separate paid add-ons at every tier, including Premier. Add-on prices change, so confirm the current price for each service when ordering.

What the tables show

  • In this lineup, Value TV carries most mainstream cable networks, including ESPN, ESPN2, NFL Network, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and MTV.
  • Select TV’s extra channels come mainly from the Family package (Disney Junior, Disney XD, Magnolia Network, Cooking Channel and more) and the Movie package (STARZ Encore, FX Movie Channel).
  • Premier TV adds the Sports & Information package (ESPNews, ESPNU, Fox Sports 2, CBS Sports Network, Big Ten Network, TUDN) and HBO Max. Optimum also sells the Family, Movie and Sports & Information packages separately to lower tiers, which is why they show as add-ons there.
  • Before you order, confirm that your must-have channels (local affiliates, your regional sports network, NFL Network, premium movie services) are in the package at your exact address.

Which Optimum TV Plan Is Best?

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Viewing preferenceEntertainment / Extra / Everything TV marketsBasic / Value / Select / Premier TV markets
Lowest possible monthly costEntertainment TV, which starts from $30 with qualifying Internet and billing discountsBasic TV, if local channels and essentials are enough
Entertainment and lifestyle programmingEntertainment TV, with 20+ included appsValue TV
Local ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC stationsExtra TV or higher, because Entertainment TV does not include local broadcast stationsAny tier, starting with Basic TV
ESPN and national sportsExtra TVValue TV, which in the Conroe, TX lineup includes ESPN, ESPN2, FS1 and NFL Network
Regional, college and specialty sportsEverything TVPremier TV for the Sports & Information package, or add that package to a lower tier; confirm regional sports networks for your address
Kids and familyExtra TV, then confirm Nickelodeon and Disney Junior in the lineup toolValue TV for Nickelodeon and Disney Channel, Select TV to add Disney Junior, Disney XD and the rest of the Family package
Premium movies and seriesExtra or Everything TV with HBO, STARZ or Paramount+ addedPremier TV for HBO Max, Select TV for STARZ Encore; STARZ, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME and Cinemax are add-ons
Cloud DVRExtra or Everything TV, because Entertainment TV does not support DVRConfirm DVR availability for the exact package

Optimum TV vs. Live TV Streaming Services

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FeatureOptimum TVYouTube TV / Hulu + Live TVOn-demand apps only
Local channelsPackage and market dependentMarket dependentUsually unavailable
Regional sportsStrong in certain Optimum marketsOften limited by service and marketUsually requires a separate service
Cable newsExtra TV and above, or Value TV and aboveGenerally includedUsually unavailable
Traditional channel numbersAvailable on eligible configurationsNo traditional cable numberingNo
Streaming apps integrated20 to 50+ depending on packageSeparate subscriptions commonly requiredEach app managed separately
Internet requiredRequired for Entertainment TV and streaming featuresYesYes
DVRNot on Entertainment TV; available on eligible packagesCommonly includedService dependent
EquipmentOptimum Stream or compatible equipmentCustomer streaming deviceCustomer streaming device
Best forOne provider, live TV, apps and regional programmingFlexible nationwide streamingViewers who rarely watch live TV

Optimum may be the better fit when regional sports, local programming, traditional channel browsing or consolidated apps matter. A live TV streaming service may suit customers who move often, want fewer equipment requirements or prefer month-to-month online account management. Weighing a specific competitor? See our Optimum TV vs. DIRECTV comparison or Optimum vs. Spectrum Internet & TV comparison.

Optimum TV Equipment and DVR Explained

The correct equipment depends on your package and location.

Optimum Stream

Optimum Stream combines live television, On Demand content and supported apps in one interface. Entertainment TV is available exclusively through Optimum Stream. Optimum states that the first set-top box is included with its advertised TV packages and that additional equipment is charged at regular monthly rates, so confirm how many televisions you need to cover and what each additional one costs.

Optimum TV App

Eligible customers can use the Optimum TV App on supported devices. Available channels and features can depend on your package, location and whether the device is connected to your home network.

Cloud DVR

Cloud DVR is not available with Entertainment TV. Eligible customers on other Optimum television packages may have DVR options with up to 150 hours of storage. Select 1 Gig Internet and TV bundles may include 25 hours of Cloud DVR under current promotional terms.

Before ordering, ask whether DVR is available with your exact package, how many recording hours are included, whether there is an additional monthly charge, how many programs can record at once, whether recordings can be watched outside the home and whether existing recordings stay available if the package changes.

For contract terms, equipment fees and data caps beyond TV, see our Optimum fees, contracts and data caps guide.

What Does Optimum TV Really Cost?

Do not compare packages using the advertised base price alone. Calculate the complete recurring cost:

TV package + required Internet + equipment for additional televisions + DVR + premium channels + sports packages + taxes and applicable fees − qualifying discounts

Ask the advisor to confirm the promotional monthly price, how long it applies, the price after the promotional period, whether Internet service is required, the Auto Pay and Paperless Billing requirements, the equipment included in the offer, charges for additional televisions, DVR charges, sports and premium-channel charges, installation costs, and taxes and other applicable fees.

What changes after the promotional period?

Optimum’s promotional TV pricing is time-limited. Its current terms state that promotional rates can increase after the initial period and that subscriptions renew monthly until canceled. As of October 17, 2026, those terms say Entertainment TV is $30 a month for 12 months and can then rise by up to $10 a month per year until standard rates are reached, while Extra TV ($95) and Everything TV ($150) can rise by up to $25 a month per year after 12 months.

Before ordering, also confirm whether Auto Pay and Paperless Billing are required to keep the promotional rate, whether included equipment starts incurring a fee after the promotion, whether included apps or channels can change during your subscription, and how to cancel. Request a written order summary before completing the purchase. Considering a bundle? See our Optimum Internet + TV + Mobile bundle pricing breakdown.

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Package names, channels and promotional pricing vary by location. We’ll check the options available at your address, compare the complete monthly cost and help you find the lowest package that contains your must-have channels.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Optimum TV per month?

Optimum currently advertises Entertainment TV at $30 per month, Extra TV at $95 and Everything TV at $150, each with an eligible Optimum Internet plan and qualifying Auto Pay and Paperless Billing. These prices are as of October 17, 2026 and can differ by address, offer and package structure. Markets that use Basic, Value, Select and Premier TV are priced separately, so confirm the current rate for your address.

What is the cheapest Optimum TV package, and does it require Optimum Internet?

Entertainment TV, at $30 per month as of October 17, 2026, is currently the least expensive streaming-first package. It requires an eligible Optimum Internet plan (it is not available with plans of 50 Mbps or lower) and qualifying billing discounts, and Optimum lists the prices of its other TV packages with an Internet plan as well. Some regions may also offer traditional Basic TV packages.

Which Optimum TV packages include local channels like ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC?

Entertainment TV focuses on entertainment and lifestyle programming and is not the package for local ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC stations. Extra TV adds local broadcast stations, subject to local availability, and in markets that use Basic, Value, Select and Premier TV, local broadcast networks are part of the lineup starting with Basic TV. Local stations, channel numbers and regional sports networks vary by market, so verify the lineup for your address before ordering.

Which Optimum package is best for sports?

Extra TV or Value TV is a reasonable starting point for national sports such as ESPN and ESPN2. Everything TV and Premier TV add broader college, professional and specialty sports, including Optimum’s Sports & Information package in the markets that offer it. Regional sports networks and blackout rules vary by location, so confirm the network that carries your home team before choosing a package.

Is DVR available with Entertainment TV?

No. Optimum states that DVR is not available with Entertainment TV. Customers switching to Entertainment TV may also lose access to existing Cloud DVR recordings.

Can I watch Optimum TV without a traditional cable box?

Depending on the package and location, customers may watch through Optimum Stream, the Optimum TV App, Apple TV or compatible cable equipment. Entertainment TV is available exclusively through Optimum Stream.

Are streaming subscriptions really included?

Optimum advertises access to 20+ apps with Entertainment TV, 25+ with Extra TV and 50+ with Everything TV. The exact apps, content entitlements and login requirements should be checked for the selected package. Do not assume every third-party subscription is included in every plan.

Which premium movie channels come with Optimum TV?

Optimum lets you add premium services such as HBO, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME and STARZ to Extra TV or Everything TV. In Optimum’s published lineup for Conroe, TX, Premier TV includes HBO Max, STARZ Encore comes with Select TV and Premier TV, and STARZ, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME and Cinemax are separate add-ons at every tier. Availability and pricing depend on the package and current offer, so confirm the exact premium lineup and add-on price before ordering.

What happens to my Optimum TV price after the promotion ends, and does it renew automatically?

As of October 17, 2026, Optimum’s terms state that Entertainment TV is $30 a month for 12 months and can then rise by up to $10 a month per year until standard rates are reached. Extra TV ($95) and Everything TV ($150) can rise by up to $25 a month per year after 12 months. Subscriptions renew monthly until canceled, and Auto Pay and Paperless Billing must be maintained to keep the discount. Confirm the terms for your address in writing before ordering.

Why does my channel lineup differ from my neighbor’s?

Optimum publishes a separate channel lineup for each market, so channel numbers, local affiliates and regional sports networks can differ by ZIP code. Optimum also sells different package structures in different markets, such as Entertainment TV, Extra TV and Everything TV in some, Basic, Value, Select and Premier TV in others, and a longer list of tiers in markets like Abilene, TX, so confirm which one applies to your exact address before you compare packages.

Final Verdict

Entertainment TV (or Basic TV) is best for households that want the lowest monthly cost and can live without DVR, extensive sports or, in the case of Entertainment TV, local broadcast stations.

Extra TV (or Value TV) is the strongest starting point for most families because it adds local stations, national news, family channels and ESPN.

Everything TV, Select TV or Premier TV is best reserved for viewers who can name the sports, family, movie or specialty networks they will actually use, because the broader lineup only pays off when those extras justify the higher monthly price.

The smartest approach is to list your must-have channels first, check the exact lineup at your address and choose the lowest available package that includes them.

About the author

Syed Zaidi is the founder of Telemedia Solutions, an independent authorized retailer of Optimum and other providers. He started the company in 2018 and has about 14 years of experience in the telecom industry. Learn more about Telemedia Solutions and read our editorial standards.

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