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Optimum

Optimum review, pricing, channels, and what to know before you sign up. April 2026 — verified directly from the provider.

Starting at

$55/mo

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Direct link to provider

$10.99

Box rental/mo

3.6M

National subs

21

Footprint

Optimum Stream

App option

Pricing tiers

All April 2026 prices verified from Optimum. Promo applies to new customers only.

Core TV

$55/mo promo

Then $85/mo · 1 yr contract

140 channels · App + box: $111.5 / $122.49

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Select TV

$75/mo promo

Then $110/mo · 1 yr contract

210 channels · App + box: $136.5 / $147.49

Premier TV (with HBO, Showtime)

$105/mo promo

Then $140/mo · 1 yr contract

290 channels · App + box: $166.5 / $177.49

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Optimum also has an app

Optimum Stream / Altice One App — works on Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, iOS, Android, Web

Skip the $10.99/mo box rental and stream the same channels on your own Roku, Fire Stick, or Apple TV. Save $131/yr.

Pros and cons

Real strengths and weaknesses — not a marketing pitch.

What's great

+Optimum Stream / Altice One App skips the box fee
+Local channels and RSNs included
+On-demand library
+24/7 phone support

What's annoying

−Box rental adds $10.99/mo if you use one
−Promo expires after 12 months
−Equipment installation may be required
−Cancellation usually requires a phone call

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