Cord cutting continues to gain momentum, and thankfully, the landscape of free streaming options keeps getting better. Recently, Cord Cutters News highlighted three free TV streaming services to try in August 2025: Sling Freestream, MyFree DIRECTV, and Philo Free Channels. I agree with their assessment—these are definitely solid choices for anyone looking to save money without sacrificing entertainment.
The Services Highlighted by Cord Cutters News
These three services are excellent choices for many cord-cutters, each bringing something unique to the table.
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Sling Freestream: This service is a robust, ad-supported platform that offers over 500 free live TV channels and more than 40,000 on-demand shows and movies. It has a user-friendly interface that mimics its paid counterpart and offers the unique benefit of 10 free hours of cloud DVR storage, a feature that is rare among free services.
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MyFree DIRECTV: This service provides a curated experience from the well-known DIRECTV brand, offering over 90 live TV channels and a modest but rotating on-demand library. It's a great way to sample the DIRECTV ecosystem without any commitment, and it supports up to five user profiles and unlimited streams.
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Philo Free Channels: With over 110 free channels, Philo's free tier is an excellent entry point to a service that's known for its strong focus on entertainment and lifestyle content. It stands out by offering a 30-day DVR for select titles with a free account, a feature that adds significant value.
The Top-Tier Services
However, as a long-time cord-cutter, I still consider another set of services to be the top tier in the free streaming world. These four have been around longer and, in my opinion, still offer the most comprehensive free streaming experiences for various reasons.
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Pluto TV remains the king of the "lean-back" experience with its vast array of hundreds of live, curated channels that mimic traditional cable.
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Tubi boasts an enormous on-demand library of thousands of movies and TV shows, including many hidden gems and B-list titles that you won't find elsewhere for free.
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Plex is unique because it's both a free streaming service and a powerful media server that lets you seamlessly integrate your own personal media library with its streaming content.
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The Roku Channel continues to invest in original programming and exclusive content, offering a diverse selection of shows and movies you can't get on other free services.
The Bottom Line: All Great Choices
While I firmly believe that Pluto TV, Tubi, Plex, and The Roku Channel offer the most complete free streaming packages, the three services highlighted by Cord Cutters News are undoubtedly perfectly fine options. They provide access to a good amount of content and unique features that many cord-cutters will appreciate.
Ultimately, the "best" free streaming service depends on your individual needs and viewing habits. It's fantastic that we have so many quality choices available, and the three highlighted by Cord Cutters News are certainly worthy of consideration for anyone looking to cut the cord and still enjoy plenty of free entertainment. My Streaming Life has shown me the value of exploring all the free options available. It's rare that I'm ever truly without something to watch, thanks to the ever-expanding world of free streaming.
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