Paramount+ vs Peacock

Peacock wins — Peacock edges ahead for most cord-cutters thanks to better sports rights (NFL, Premier League) and a slightly more polis…

Scores: Paramount+ 6.7/10 · Peacock 8/10

Peacock edges ahead for most cord-cutters thanks to better sports rights (NFL, Premier League) and a slightly more polished free tier.

Paramount+ lists at $7.99 while Peacock lists at $12.99 — Paramount+ undercuts Peacock by $5 (63%).

Spec-by-spec comparison

Paramount+Peacock
Ad-supported tier$7.99/mo$7.99/mo
Ad-free tier$13.99/mo (with Showtime)$13.99/mo
Free tierNoYes (limited)
NFL gamesCBS gamesExclusive playoff games
Live local CBSYes (most markets)No
Premier LeagueNoYes

Paramount+

What works

  • CBS live TV included on Essential plan
  • Paramount+ with Showtime adds Yellowstone, Billions
  • Strong international soccer (UEFA Champions League)

What doesn't

  • No free tier
  • Showtime content requires higher-priced plan
  • App has reported stability issues

Peacock

What works

  • NFL exclusive playoff game streams
  • Premier League soccer + WWE
  • Free tier available (ad-supported, limited content)

What doesn't

  • Free tier is heavily restricted
  • No-ads plan is $13.99/mo, same as Paramount+ with Showtime
  • Catalog feels thin outside sports and NBC shows

Bottom line

Our pick: Peacock.

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