Is Peacock on YouTube TV? Add-On Costs & How to Watch
Is Peacock on YouTube TV? Answers, Costs, and How to Watch
If you’ve been swapping between apps and wondering if Peacock is built into your YouTube TV lineup, you’re in the right spot. Here you’ll learn exactly how Peacock fits alongside your live channels, what it costs, and pro tips to get set up quickly.
- Peacock’s Place in the YouTube TV Ecosystem
- How to Add Peacock to YouTube TV
- Costs and Bundles
- What You Get on Peacock via YouTube TV
- Insider Tips for a Smooth Setup
- Conclusion
- FAQ
Peacock’s Place in the YouTube TV Ecosystem
YouTube TV gives you ABC, NBC, CBS, ESPN and more for one price—but Peacock is not part of the base package. NBCUniversal opted to roll it out as a premium add-on, so you determine whether you want to add on its originals, live sports and news networks.
Default Lineup vs. Premium Add-Ons
Your base YouTube TV package secures you big broadcast and cable networks. When Peacock joined the scene in 2020, it came alone: its collection isn’t hidden inside. Rather, it shows up in “Add-Ons,” so you can tailor your mix without filling out the foundation package.
How to Add Peacock to YouTube TV
Here’s how to get Peacock activated in a couple of clicks:
- Launch YouTube TV on your device (mobile, tablet or web).
- Click your profile icon and select Settings.
- Choose Membership > Add-Ons.
- Scroll to Peacock Premium and select Subscribe.
- Confirm your payment details.
- Done—Peacock appears in your live guide and library.
Costs and Bundles
| Plan | Price (via YouTube TV) | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Peacock Premium | $5.99/month | Ads, full library access, live sports & news |
| Peacock Premium Plus | $11.99/month | Most ad-free, extra simultaneous streams |
What You Get on Peacock via YouTube TV
- Original Series: Hits like House of the Dragon and Rutherford Falls.
- Live Sports: Premier League, WWE content, select MLB games.
- Breaking News: NBC News Now and specialty news.
- Classic Library: The Office, Parks and Recreation, Universal movies.
Insider Tips for a Smooth Setup
- Trial Periods: Peacock occasionally offers a 7-day trial via YouTube TV—time your signup with a big premiere.
- Profile Matching: Duplicate Peacock profiles manually in YouTube TV to keep recommendations in sync.
- Multi-View: Use YouTube TV’s multi-view to watch Peacock on one display while watching live TV on the other.
Conclusion
Peacock isn’t a default inclusion with YouTube TV, but it’s an instant inclusion—and unlocks a vault of originals, sports, news and classics in the same ecosystem. It’s adding a dash of extra flavor to a good foundation: YouTube TV gets the essentials, and Peacock provides the extras you want.
FAQ
Do I need a Peacock subscription in addition to YouTube TV?
Yes. Peacock can be had as an add-on to YouTube TV, so you’ll sign up (and pay) separately in order to access its on-demand content and live channels.
Can I DVR Peacock content with YouTube TV?
No. Peacock’s on-demand library cannot be DVR’d using YouTube TV. Instead, make use of the watchlist features provided by Peacock itself or DVR for the live broadcasts that show up on NBC channels.
Does Peacock count toward YouTube TV’s limit of streams at the same time?
Yes. Peacock streams are included in YouTube TV’s device limit—three concurrent streams with the base plan, unless you shell out for a more costly YouTube TV plan.
Is there a free tier of Peacock available through YouTube TV?
No. The free Peacock tier isn’t included in YouTube TV. You only get the Premium or Premium Plus experience when you add Peacock as an add-on.
Does Peacock appear directly in the YouTube TV channel guide?
It does. Once subscribed, you’ll see the Peacock logo in your live guide and can add shows to DVR just like any other channel.
Post created by Robert AI Team
