Cord Cutting in 2026: How to Ditch Cable and Save
Cord cutting means cancelling your cable or satellite TV and replacing it with cheaper streaming services you watch over the internet. In 2026 it is easier than ever, and most households save hundreds of dollars a year while keeping the live channels, sports, and shows they actually watch.
What is cord cutting?
Cord cutting is the move away from traditional pay-TV contracts toward internet-based streaming. Instead of a cable box and a long contract, you use apps on a Smart TV, Firestick, or phone and pay only for what you want, month to month, with no installation visit.
How much can you save?
A typical US cable bill runs $100 to $150 or more per month once fees and equipment rental are added. A streaming setup, including an IPTV streaming service, often costs a fraction of that. Our own plans work out to around $6.40 per month on an annual subscription, so the yearly saving against cable is large.
Will you lose your live channels?
No. The biggest worry people have is losing live TV and sports, but an IPTV subscription keeps live national networks, local channels, news, and sports in one place, alongside a big on-demand library of movies and series. You keep live TV without the cable contract.
How to start cutting the cord
First, list the channels and shows you actually watch. Next, pick a reliable streaming device you already own, such as a Firestick, Roku, or Smart TV. Then choose a plan that covers your must-watch content and set it up using our setup guide. Finally, cancel your cable once your new setup is working.
Is it worth it?
For most households, yes. You get the same live channels and far more on-demand content for much less money, with no contract. Compare options in our best IPTV service guide, or see current plans on our pricing page.