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Best Streaming Services 2021: 14 Services That Are Worth Your Money

Planning to finally cut the cord? You have plenty of options.

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Let's be honest, deciding the best overall streaming service. It's a crowded field, and so many of them have huge upsides when it comes to the TV shows and movies you want to watch again and again. Still, there is a clear list of leaders you should examine before deciding which service(s) to subscribe to. Streaming services offer low-cost alternatives to regular cable, typically with a growing selection of things to watch. For years, Netflix and Hulu dominated the streaming space for years, but the market has grown far more crowded, with services like Disney+, HBO Max, Peacock, and plenty more entering the ring. This can make your choice of subscriptions challenging. Throw in the fact that there are also live TV streaming services, and you have a lot to choose from. We've narrowed down the list of competitors to 14 streaming services that we think are worth your money.

The days of Netflix merely complimenting your cable package are gone. There are a ton of options out there now, for better and worse. Subscribing to one streaming service is a steal compared to cable, but sticking to just the best live TV streaming service isn't as convenient as it used to be. Most services don't have access to all the TV channels, As you rack up subscriptions to other services, the combined price can start to look a lot like that cable bill you were so eager to ditch. Even just a combination of the most popular services--Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+--will cost you more than $20 per month on the low end.

To help you make the best decisions, we've put together this handy guide outlining the best streaming services you should get in 2021, depending on what you're looking for. We weighed both cost and content and will continue to re-evaluate over time as services change and new options become available.

If you're looking to stream anime, we also have a dedicated roundup of the best anime streaming services. There are also plenty of streaming options that won't cost you anything; check out our best free streaming services guide.

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