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Apollo Group TV vs Philo

Philo is one of the cheapest live TV services month to month. Over a full year, and once you look at what each includes, the comparison with Apollo Group TV becomes more interesting.

The short version

Philo's appeal is simple: a low monthly price for an entertainment-focused lineup, with a free trial and generous DVR.

Philo Essential is $25 a month, about the same as Apollo Group TV's one-month pack. The difference shows over time: twelve months of Philo Essential is $300, while Apollo Group TV's twelve-month pack is about half that.

So the answer depends on how long you'll watch. For a month or two, the two cost about the same. For a year, Apollo Group TV costs less, and the pack doesn't renew on its own.

Philo vs Apollo Group TV, side by side

Philo compared with Apollo Group TV
FeaturePhiloApollo Group TV
Regular price$25.00 a month (Philo Essential)¹$149.99 for 12 months, or $24.99 for one month
Cost for a full year$300.00¹$149.99
How you payBilled every month until you cancelOne payment per pack; nothing renews automatically
ContractNo contractNo contract
ScreensUp to 3 devices at once¹Up to 5 devices per account
Try before you pay7-day free trial¹No free trial; refund requests within 7 days under the Refund Policy
RecordingUnlimited DVR, recordings kept up to a year¹No recording feature; on-demand library to watch any time
Setup helpHelp center and supportA guide for every supported device, plus written ticket support
Also includedEntertainment-focused channel lineupLive channels by category and region, on-demand library, HD to 4K where available

Philo also sells a Bundle+ plan at $33 a month. Check Philo's channel list for what each plan includes.

Why Apollo Group TV is the better choice for most homes

  • Roughly half the yearly cost of Philo Essential, using the prices in the table.
  • Up to 5 devices per account, compared with Philo's 3.
  • Live channels by category and region plus an on-demand library on every pack.
  • One payment per pack, with nothing renewing automatically.

When Philo may suit you better

  • Unlimited DVR, with recordings kept for up to a year.
  • A 7-day free trial before you pay.
  • About the same price as Apollo Group TV for a single month.

Our verdict

For a month of entertainment channels with DVR and a free trial, Philo is a fair choice. For a full year of live TV on more screens, Apollo Group TV costs less.

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Philo vs Apollo Group TV: common questions

Over a year, yes. Twelve months of Philo Essential is $300; Apollo Group TV's yearly price, shown in the table above, is about half that. For a single month, the two cost about the same.

Yes, Philo lists a 7-day free trial. Apollo Group TV doesn't offer a free trial; the one-month pack is the lowest-commitment way to start.

Philo lists up to 3 devices at once. Apollo Group TV packs list up to 5 devices per account.

Apollo Group TV organizes live channels by category and region, including sports categories; our channels page lists them. Philo's lineup focuses on entertainment channels.

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Source

¹ Philo official website (philo.com): Essential $25/mo, Bundle+ $33/mo, 3 streams at once, unlimited DVR, 7-day free trial. Checked November 4, 2026. Prices and features change; check Philo's website for today's details.

Philo is a trademark of its owner. Apollo Group TV isn't affiliated with or endorsed by Philo. This comparison is our own, based on the public information above. See our Disclaimer.

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