Everything’s bigger in Texas—especially the cable bills. If you’re in Dallas, Houston, Austin, or San Antonio, you’re likely shopping for TV and facing a choice between Spectrum, Xfinity, and AT&T.
Finding the “best” plan isn’t just about the lowest advertised price. It’s about avoiding 2-year contracts, insane “Regional Sports Fees,” and paying for hundreds of channels you’ll never watch.
Let’s look at the main providers and then show you a smarter way to get TV in the Lone Star State.
Top Cable TV Providers in Texas (2026)
Your options depend heavily on your zip code, but these are the giants dominating Texas.
1. Spectrum (Charter)
- Where: Widely available in major markets like Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio.
- The “Pro”: Their main selling point is “no contracts.” You can leave anytime, which is a big plus.
- The “Con”: The promotional price is a teaser. After 12 months, your bill for their standard “TV Select” plan (around $70/mo) can increase dramatically. To get sports, you’ll need to add a package that includes a hefty Regional Sports Fee.
2. Xfinity (Comcast)
- Where: A major provider, especially in the Houston area and parts of North Texas.
- The “Pro”: Xfinity offers very fast internet and a polished TV experience with their X1 Voice Remote.
- The “Con”: Contracts. You’ll likely be locked in for 1 or 2 years to get the best price. And the hidden fees are legendary. Expect a “Broadcast TV Fee” and a “Regional Sports Fee” (for Astros, Rockets, etc.) to add a significant, unadvertised cost to your bill.
3. AT&T
- Where: Throughout Texas. Note: AT&T is phasing out its old “U-verse” cable product in favor of fiber.
- The “Pro”: If you can get AT&T Fiber, their internet is excellent. They often bundle this with streaming services.
- The “Con”: Their TV solution is now DIRECTV, which is a satellite service (or streaming). This still involves contracts and complex packages. It’s no longer a simple, single-line “cable” service.
The “Texas-Sized” Problem with Cable Bills
Why does a $75/month “bundle” end up costing $140? It’s the fees.
- Regional Sports Fee (RSN Fee): This is the big one in Texas. You are forced to pay a monthly fee (often $15-$25) for the channels that broadcast the Mavericks, Stars, Astros, etc., even if you never watch them.
- Equipment Rental: Don’t forget the $10-$15 monthly fee for each cable box you need.
- Contract Price Hikes: That “locked-in” price is often only for the first 12 months of a 24-month contract.
You’re paying a premium to be locked into a service that gives you a fraction of the content you actually want.
A Better Way: Why Texans Are Cutting the Cord for IPTV
What if you could get all the Texas sports channels, plus all the premium movie channels, plus the NFL Sunday Ticket, plus thousands of other channels… all for one low monthly price?
That’s IPTV. It uses your existing internet connection to stream thousands of channels in high-definition, giving you more content and more freedom.
Get All of Texas TV with TVPLUSSTREAM
TVPLUSSTREAM is the premium IPTV service designed for frustrated cable shoppers. We provide a reliable, high-quality alternative that beats Texas cable in every way.
Why is TVPLUSSTREAM the best choice?
- All Sports, No Fees: Get all the Regional Sports Networks, plus every NFL, NBA, and MLB package. Watch every game, from every team, with no extra “sports fee.”
- 20,000+ Channels: Get every channel from Spectrum and Xfinity’s top-tier plans, plus thousands more.
- 60,000+ Movies & Shows On-Demand: Our built-in VOD library is included for free.
- No Contracts, No Hidden Fees: One simple monthly price. That’s it.
- Works on All Your Devices: Save money on box rentals. Use TVPLUSSTREAM on your Firestick, Smart TV, computer, or phone.
Don’t get roped into another 2-year contract. Before you call Spectrum or Xfinity, try TVPLUSSTREAM for 24 hours and see what you’ve been missing.
