HGTV Via Streaming Services: Top Ways to Watch Live Without a Cable Bill

I’m always searching for my daily fix of fixer-uppers, house hunting shows, and home inspiration on HGTV. While I once needed a cable subscription to watch these shows, that’s no longer necessary.

Here’s everything you need to know on how to watch HGTV without cable. 

In a hurry? Below we give you all the info you need on the different ways cord-cutters can watch HGTV online without a cable. While there are several ways to choose from, these streaming services are easy to sign up for and offer great deals. 

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IMPORTANT: Once you’ve installed your VPN and connected to a US server, you’ll still need to subscribe separately to access premium streaming services.

How to Watch HGTV Live Without Cable

HGTV is one of the most popular channels on TV with a lot of original content focused on home improvement and real estate, including some of the most loved shows on television.

It is a pay channel — not available for free via an antenna like the network channels are. Instead, it must come from a provider. While a cable subscription is the most popular way to access it, there are other ways to watch HGTV live without cable. 

The easiest way to watch HGTV live is with a streaming service that offers a contract-free bundle that can be canceled at any time. You can also watch on the HGTV website or the HGTV GO app. However, both require a cable provider or streaming service membership login. 

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Streaming Services with HGTV

Streaming services give you access to live and on-demand content from some of your favorite channels, including HGTV. Most streaming services can be viewed on a variety of smart TVs and devices.

Here are the streaming services that offer HGTV so you can figure out which one is best for you. 

Fubo

Fubo (formerly FuboTV) offers one of the most robust starter packages among streaming services. You’ll find something for everyone with channels like HGTV, Discovery, TLC, and Food Network. With the Fubo Extra add-on, you can get even more Discovery-owned channels.

Sign Up for a Free Fubo Trial

Starting at $79.99/month, you get 150+ live channels and 130+ yearly events in 4K, as well as unlimited cloud DVR storage and ten screens. Still not enough? Choose from several add-ons such as additional Cloud DVR storage, premium channel add-ons like SHOWTIME and STARZ, sports channel add-ons, international channels, and more.

Fubo works on most smart TVs and devices. The base plan allows you to stream on 10 screens at home and on the road. 

Find out more:

• Fubo Review
• Fubo Packages
• Fubo Local Channels
• Fubo Devices.

Philo

Philo is one of the most affordable streaming services available. Get access to some of the most popular entertainment channels such as HGTV, DIY Network, Travel Channel, and other Discovery channels. 

Try Philo for Free

Get 70+ live channels along with AMC+ and access to on-demand content for only $28.00/month. Philo also gives you unlimited DVR to save your favorite shows for later. You can watch on up to 3 TVs/devices at the same time in case your household can’t agree about what to watch.

For more information about Philo:

• Philo Review
• Philo Packages and Channels.

Sling TV

Sling TV gives you access to live channels that are sure to satisfy everyone in your home. The Sling Blue plan includes popular channels like HGTV, Discovery, Lifetime, Food Network, and more.

Save 50% on Sling TV Now

Sling plans start at just $40.00/month with 50-hours of DVR included. The Blue plan also allows you to stream on up to 3 devices at once with the most popular devices supported.

For more information about Sling TV see the following:

• Sling TV Review
• Sling TV Packages
• Sling TV Local Channels
• Sling TV Devices.

DIRECTV STREAM

DIRECTV STREAM (formerly AT&T TV) lets you stream both live and on-demand content from national and local channels alike. This gives you access to HGTV and other favorites such as TLC, Lifetime, and more.

Get DIRECTV STREAM Free Trial

Plans start at $86.99/month and include 75+ channels, as well as cloud DVR storage. You can also add on additional DVR storage and premium channels separately.

You can watch using a DIRECTV STREAM device or use most other streaming devices. DIRECTV STREAM is a particularly good fit for large households because they allow you to stream on unlimited devices at once.

For more information about DIRECTV STREAM, see our review.

Hulu + Live TV

While Hulu is known for its extensive on-demand library and original content, Hulu + Live TV also gives you access to live channels in entertainment, news, and sports. Watch HGTV, DIY Network, Food Network, TLC, and more. 

Get Hulu + Live TV Free

Hulu + Live TV starts at $82.99/month to access 85+ live channels in addition to its on-demand library, Disney+, and ESPN+. This comes with unlimited cloud DVR (9 month storage). You can also opt for premium channels.

Hulu + Live TV supports most smart TVs and other streaming devices. The base plan allows you to use up to two at a time.

See the following for more information:

• Hulu + Live TV Review
• Hulu + Live TV Packages
• Hulu + Live TV Local Channels.

Other Ways to Get HGTV?

Here are some other options for HGTV streaming: 

• HGTV.com: Stream your favorite show directly on the HGTV website using your streaming service login.
• HGTV GO: Watch HGTV anywhere using the HGTV GO app available on Android or iOS. Just note that it does require a streaming service login. 
• YouTube TV: Stream HGTV live as well as over 100 other channels for $72.99/month.
• Discovery+: If you simply want access to your favorite HGTV content on-demand, Discovery+ gives you access to HGTV and all Discovery channels for $4.99/mo. 

Smart TVs and Streaming Devices for Watching HGTV

All of the streaming services we’ve discussed above support the vast majority of devices people use today.

TVs and TV Devices

Most streaming services support reasonably new smart TVs — especially Samsung models. But even older smart TVs can be cast to and all the services support casting from mobile devices.

The services also support devices with the following standards:

• Amazon Fire TV: A device stick that allows you to run apps on your TV.
• Android TV: Similar to the Amazon Fire TV but built into some TVs.
• Apple TV: Apple’s version of the Fire TV stick.
• Chromecast: Transmits video cast from a mobile device to a TV.
• Roku: Another TV device stick — one of the earliest.

Mobile Streaming Devices

All the streaming services support the two main mobile operating systems:

• Android Phones: Recent Android smartphones.
• iOS devices (iPhones, iPads): Recent Apple smartphones and tablets.

You can also watch all the streaming services with a web browser. This may not seem that great, but if you use a laptop, you can connect it to a TV via an HDMI cable and watch it that way.

Gaming Consules

Other than DIRECTV STREAM, the services support Xbox. Hulu also supports PlayStation and Echo Show. Sling TV supports Oculus VR.

Today’s HGTV Schedule

See our HGTV Schedule page for all the details of what’s playing today.

Wrapping Up

HGTV is a viewer favorite, but you don’t need cable to watch your favorite shows. As you can see in this guide, there are plenty of ways to stream HGTV live or on-demand.

So pick up the phone and cancel your cable subscription so you can keep your money to fund an inspired renovation project of your own. 

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I am a Senior Content Editor at Hotdog.com, specializing in sports streaming and regional programming issues. With a PhD in Atmospheric Physics from the Oregon Graduate Institute of Science and extensive experience in remote sensing technology, including early video streaming, I bring a unique technical perspective to the streaming industry.

My expertise in sports coverage, particularly for out-of-market games and regional sports networks, stems from years of hands-on experience as an early adopter of streaming services and my work addressing fans' viewing challenges. As a longtime cord-cutter and subscriber to multiple streaming platforms, I combine my technical knowledge with practical user experience, making me a leading expert in the field of sports streaming and entertainment technology.

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