Optimum is one of the few providers left offering a genuine internet-and-TV bundle from a single company, one bill. Here’s exactly what’s in each TV tier, what a real bundle actually saves you, and what’s included at no extra cost that most people don’t realize.
Quick Answer
| TV Package | Channels | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entertainment TV | 80+ | $30/mo | Budget-conscious, casual viewing |
| Extra TV | 125+ | $85/mo | Families wanting news + general entertainment |
| Everything TV | 200+ | $140/mo | Sports fans and heavy viewers |
Every tier includes the Optimum Stream device for free — live TV plus built-in streaming apps (HBO Max, Disney+, Netflix, and more) with a Google Assistant voice remote.
What’s Actually in Each TV Package
Entertainment TV ($30/mo, 80+ channels) is Optimum’s entry tier — worth knowing it’s delivered as an over-the-top (OTT) streaming service through the free Optimum Stream device rather than traditional cable, which means it requires at least 300 Mbps internet; it’s not available paired with 50 Mbps plans or lower.
Extra TV ($85/mo, 125+ channels) steps up to live news and family-focused programming — this is the tier most households land on for a solid, well-rounded lineup without paying for niche sports coverage they won’t use.
Everything TV ($140/mo, 200+ channels) is the top tier, aimed at sports fans and heavy viewers who want the deepest channel lineup Optimum offers.
Local news is included at no extra cost on every tier — News 12 (hyperlocal coverage) and i24NEWS (international) come standard, which is a genuinely uncommon inclusion compared to most competitors.
What’s Included Free with Every Package
- Optimum Stream device — the hardware itself, plus built-in access to streaming apps like HBO Max, Disney+, and Netflix alongside live channels
- On Demand library — thousands of shows and movies available anytime
- Cloud DVR — record up to 15 shows simultaneously, with up to 150 hours of storage (25 hours included free with select 1 Gig Internet + TV bundles)
- TV app access — watch on the go, plus 100+ network apps like ABC, ESPN, and FXNOW on any device
Add-Ons Worth Knowing About
- Sports packages — 24 additional sports channels available as a customizable add-on
- Premium channels — Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, STARZ, and HBO Max available individually
- International channels — Spanish, Russian, Chinese, and more language-specific packages
The Real Bundle Savings
Optimum’s bundle discount scales with how much you combine:
- Internet + TV: save roughly $5–10/mo compared to buying separately, plus a $5/mo credit specifically for pairing 300+ Mbps internet with Entertainment TV or higher
- Internet + TV + Mobile: the full triple-play bundle saves around $30/mo combined, often paired with a prepaid card worth up to $200 for new customers
- Every internet plan (bundled or not) carries Optimum’s 5-year price lock — the internet base rate stays completely flat for the full 60 months, then increases are capped at no more than $15/mo per year after that. This lock covers internet only; TV pricing is guaranteed for 12 months before its own increase cap applies.
Full internet pricing and availability details are in our Optimum availability guide.
Optimum’s Bundle Guarantees
Two protections come standard with any Optimum bundle: a 60-day money-back guarantee covering the internet and mobile monthly fees (Optimum will even pay to switch you back to another provider if you’re not satisfied), and an on-time installation guarantee — if your install runs late, you get $20 back. Optimum also reimburses up to $100 of a competitor’s early termination fee and up to $100 of a prior provider’s installation charges when you switch within the first 60 days.
How Optimum’s Bundle Compares to Spectrum’s
Optimum and Spectrum are the two providers among the ones covered on this site that offer a genuine single-bill internet-and-TV bundle — see our full Internet and TV Bundles comparison for how they stack up directly. In short: Optimum wins on internet price-lock length (a full 5 years flat, vs. Spectrum’s shorter promotional window) and reward-card scaling; Spectrum counters with a free year of Spectrum Mobile included on every plan. Worth remembering: Optimum’s 5-year lock applies to the internet portion only — the TV side of the bundle is guaranteed for 12 months, same as most competitors.
Which Optimum TV Tier Should You Choose?
- Just want live TV plus streaming apps in one device? Entertainment TV (80+ channels) covers the basics affordably, provided you have 300+ Mbps internet
- Want a well-rounded family lineup with news? Extra TV (125+ channels) is the sweet spot for most households
- Sports fan or heavy viewer? Everything TV (200+ channels) gives you the deepest lineup, and you can still add the Sports Pack for specialty coverage
- Want the biggest combined savings? Go for the full Internet + TV + Mobile bundle — the $30/mo combined savings and prepaid card make it the best value per dollar
Frequently Asked Questions
How many channels does Optimum TV have?
Optimum’s three tiers offer 80+, 125+, and 200+ channels respectively, with additional sports, premium, and international channels available as add-ons.
Is Optimum TV cable or streaming?
Optimum TV is delivered through the free Optimum Stream device as an over-the-top (OTT) service combining live channels with streaming apps — not traditional cable. It requires at least 300 Mbps internet.
Does Optimum TV include local news?
Yes — News 12 (hyperlocal) and i24NEWS (international) are included on every tier at no additional cost.
How much do Optimum bundles save?
Internet + TV saves roughly $5–10/mo versus buying separately; the full Internet + TV + Mobile bundle saves around $30/mo, often with a prepaid card worth up to $200 for new customers.
Does Optimum’s 5-year price lock cover TV too?
No — it applies to the internet base rate only, which stays flat for the full 60 months. TV pricing on the bundle is guaranteed for 12 months before its own capped increase begins.
Does Optimum require a contract for TV service?
No — Optimum’s bundles come with no annual contract and a 60-day money-back guarantee.
The Bottom Line
Optimum is one of the few remaining true single-bill internet-and-TV bundles, with a straightforward three-tier structure (80+/125+/200+ channels), a free streaming device included on every plan, and real combined savings that scale up to $30/mo with the full triple-play bundle. Call Local Cable Provider at (409) 273-7460 and we’ll confirm current Optimum bundle pricing and availability for your exact address.
