A tailored guide for transitioning from cable to a flexible streaming setup in Colorado (2026).
| Service | Pricing | Key Features | Add-ons |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | 130+ channels; best-in-class DVR. | Genre Plans: $54.99–$78/mo |
| Hulu + Live TV | $89.99/mo | 100+ channels; Disney+ & ESPN+ bundle. | Vast on-demand library. |
| DirecTV Stream | From $84.99/mo | 185+ channels; strongest RSN support. | Genre Packs: $19.99/mo+ |
| FuboTV | Variable | 300+ channels; heavy sports focus. | Core, Ultra, Latino tiers. |
*Local channel access in Colorado may add approx $5/mo.
YouTube TV
Pause 4 wks to 6 mos. Billing stops; DVR recordings are safely saved.
Sling TV
Pause 1 to 6 mos. "Pause Extra" (~$5) lets you watch DVR while paused.
Hulu + Live TV
Max 12 weeks. Caution: Auto-restarts after 3 months.
No official pause button. Use "Cancel and Resubscribe". Cancel before leaving $\rightarrow$ Service runs until end of cycle $\rightarrow$ Restart upon return. Profiles and history are usually saved for 10 months.