How To Watch the Super Bowl Without Cable

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Super Bowl LVIII kicks off on CBS, Paramount+ and Nickelodeon at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Sunday, Feb. 11.

The Big Game will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada — home of the Las Vegas Raiders.

We prefer to watch the Super Bowl at our house using an HD antenna because of its affordability, lower lag time and higher picture quality (1080p).

But you can also catch the championship game with a Paramount+ Premium subscription or any cable, satellite, or live TV streaming service that offers CBS or Nickelodeon.

Keep reading for more details on securing the most effective TV plan for watching Super Bowl Sunday.

What channel is the Super Bowl on in 2024?

You can watch the 2024 Super Bowl game on CBS, Paramount+ and Nickelodeon at 6:30 p.m. Eastern on Sunday, Feb. 11.

Apart from Paramount+, you can also stream Super Bowl LVIII on NFL+ using a mobile phone or tablet.

For those who prefer watching American football en Español, Univision will air Spanish-language coverage of Super Bowl LVIII.

It will be Univision’s first time televising the NFL championship game — partnering with CBS Sports for the broadcast.

Best TV plans for watching the Super Bowl

You don’t need a full-blown cable or satellite subscription to watch Super Bowl LVIII. A simple digital antenna can pick up the Big Game if you live near a CBS broadcast network.

For just a one-time purchase — usually between $20 and $60 — a digital antenna will also score you other primetime NFL games in the build-up to the Super Bowl.

Certain antennas like the Mohu Leaf 50 are even 4K-capable — something not all TV providers can offer.

Perhaps you don’t live within range of a CBS station but have reliable internet access for streaming. If so, a Paramount+ subscription will get you all “NFL on CBS” coverage for as low as $5.99 a month.

You can also upgrade to Paramount+ with SHOWTIME ($11.99 a month) for live 24/7 access to your local CBS station.

Which TV providers carry the Super Bowl?

Most cable, satellite and live TV streaming services carry CBS, Nickelodeon and Univision.

If you want a comprehensive TV plan, we’ve outlined popular providers to get you Super Bowl coverage by type, price and whether they include CBS, Nickelodeon and Univision†.

• Cox: Cable, $56.00-$139.00/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision
• DIRECTV: Satellite, $69.99-$159.99/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision
• DIRECTV STREAM: Streaming, $69.99-$159.99/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision
• DISH: Satellite, $92.99-$117.99/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision
• Fubo: Streaming, $74.99-$94.99/month, CBS*, Nickelodeon, Univision
• Hulu + Live TV: Streaming, $76.99-$89.99/month, CBS, Nickelodeon
• Optimum: Cable, $35.00-$125.00/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision
• Philo: Streaming, $25.00/month, Nickelodeon
• Sling TV: Streaming, $40.00-$55.00/month
• Spectrum: Cable, $59.99/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision
• Verizon Fios: Cable, $60.00-$119.00/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision
• Vidgo: Streaming, $69.99-$99.99/month, Nickelodeon, Univision
• Xfinity: Cable, $20.00-$80.00/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision
• YouTube TV: Streaming, $72.99/month, CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision

Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.

*Available in select markets.

†May require Spanish-language plan or separate add-on.

How to watch the Super Bowl in 4K

It’s unclear if CBS will broadcast Super Bowl LVIII in 4K HDR. But if it does, you can only access the game in 4K resolution with a viewing device and TV service that supports 4K video.

Here’s a list of TV services that offer 4K viewing:

• Cox
• DIRECTV
• DISH
• Fubo
• Optimum
• Verizon Fios
• Xfinity
• YouTube TV

How to watch the Super Bowl on mobile

The great thing about the Super Bowl is that you can watch it anywhere.

If mobile viewing is your jam, you can stream the game on Paramount+ or any live TV streaming service that carries CBS — including Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV.

Cable and satellite TV subscribers can also stream the matchup on the CBS Sports and CBS TV apps.

NFL+ is another reliable way to watch the Super Bowl on your phone or tablet. With plans starting at $6.99 a month, it’s also the cheapest way to stream the Big Game.

How to watch the Super Bowl for a one-time cost

• Recommended antenna: Mohu Leaf 50
• Super Bowl channels: CBS
• Features: All local broadcast channels

You can watch Super Bowl 2024 for a one-time fee, but you’ll need to purchase an OTA antenna that usually costs between $20 and $60.

We recommend the Mohu Leaf 50 ($39.99 on Amazon) because of its 60-mile range and 4K capabilities.

Depending on your location, an OTA antenna should easily pick up your local CBS station for the Big Game.

You may also get channels like ABC, FOX and NBC — meaning you’ll have access to other locally televised NFL and college football games for several years to come.

You can find a list of channels and their signal strengths in your area by entering your ZIP code on the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Reception Map Tool.

Also, be sure to visit our Best Antennas for Cord-Cutters page to browse a larger selection of recommended antennas.

Super Bowl LVIII overview

Whether you watch it for the commercials, the half-time show, or the game itself, the Super Bowl is the ultimate combo of sports and entertainment in the U.S.

We’re still waiting to see which teams will make it to Super Bowl LVIII and compete for the prestigious Vince Lombardi Trophy.

Super Bowl halftime show

This season, Usher will perform during the Super Bowl halftime show.

The multi-platinum singer-songwriter-dancer will have roughly 12 minutes to light up Allegiant Stadium. But of course, there’s no doubt the King of R&B will deliver.

The performance marks the second year Apple Music will act as the halftime show’s main sponsor.

Previously, Pepsi held primary sponsorship duties for 10 years. But the beverage company bowed out to focus on other NFL opportunities, like the NFL Draft.

Don’t want to stick around for the rest of the game? Our entertainment experts at Cabletv.com compiled a list of excellent shows to watch instead of the Super Bowl. Or you could go back and watch the Puppy Bowl on demand.

Next are FAQ on how to watch the Super Bowl.

Can I stream the Super Bowl for free?

Yes, you can stream the Super Bowl for free on CBS by signing up for a free trial of YouTube TV.

An inexpensive way to watch the game is with a digital antenna. While the antenna isn’t free, you’ll get access to CBS without paying a monthly subscription.

Can I watch the Super Bowl without cable?

Yes, you can watch the Super Bowl without cable or satellite TV service.

Any paid live TV streaming service that carries CBS in its channel lineup will do, like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and DIRECTV STREAM.

You can also stream the game live on mobile devices with NFL+, starting at $6.99 a month.

Will the Super Bowl be on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes, you can stream the 2024 Super Bowl on Amazon Prime Video if you subscribe to Paramount+ through Prime Video Channels.

Prime Video is also home to “Thursday Night Football” NFL games during the regular season.

Will the Super Bowl be on Hulu?

Yes, you can stream Super Bowl LVIII on Hulu + Live TV by tuning in to CBS on game day.

Is the Super Bowl on NFL Sunday Ticket?

No, nationally televised NFL games like the Super Bowl, the Pro Bowl Games and the NFL Playoffs don’t air on NFL Sunday Ticket.

Who is singing the national anthem at Super Bowl LVIII?

We don’t know who’ll perform the national anthem at Super Bowl LVIII. Last season, Chris Stapleton sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” and Troy Kotsur signed it for the deaf at Super Bowl LVII.

Also, before kickoff, R&B legend Babyface sang “America the Beautiful,” while “Abbott Elementary” actress Sheryl Lee Ralph performed what has come to be known as the Black national anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”

Methodology

Our roster of football experts researched the best ways to watch the upcoming Super Bowl by comparing the prices and channel offerings of the most popular TV services.

With the Big Game available on only one English-language channel and one Spanish-language channel, we selected our recommendations based on the overall convenience of each service or product through ease of use and range of availability.

To learn more about our methods, check out our How We Rank page.