The Now TV box is NOT a freeview box and whoever told you that it is has mislead you. You will be able to watch Catch Up TV channels with it, such as BBC iPlayer, 4OD, 5OD and ITV player, but that's your lot when it comes to "free to air" TV.
If you don't need the Freeview functionality or you,re happy to just use your TV's inbuilt tuner then the box and stick are virtually identical functionality, except the stick is marginally faster, cheaper, neater and has voice search for NOW TV content and a point-anywhere remote.
Now TV Smart Stick is free for Now TV subscribers who are still using the old white box as this device will soon cease to be working. At NOW TV we're dedicated to giving customers the best possible viewing experience on the latest devices, which is why we're closing down our oldest device, the white box.
How to sign up for NOW TV. Just head over to NOWTV.com, choose a Pass and enter your details. Now you just need to set up the devices you want to watch on and sign in to your account. Find out how to get NOW TV on your device.
Now TV is a Sky-owned video streaming service that offers a range of TV channels and on demand content for a no-contract monthly fee. It is effectively Sky TV without the need for a satellite dish. Each will give you access to a set number of live channels and, often, on demand box sets or films.
Now TV is the cheapest way to access Sky's content and it is aimed at those who are unable to have regular Sky, perhaps due to lack of satellite or budget. It's an online streaming service that offers access to Sky's On Demand content including Sky Box Sets, as well as catch up TV.
GHI expert verdictIf you don't want to take out a contract for a subscription-based TV service, NowTV is a great alternative. The passes offer access to popular TV shows including Game of Thrones and Big Little Lies, as well as classic movies such as Aliens, Gone with the Wind and Blade Runner.
If you choose the lowest tier plan, you'll never pay more than $8.99/mo. Amazon Prime, on the other hand, offers so many books, movies, music, and discounts it's certainly a worthy service for $12.99/mo. Overall, the general consensus is that Netflix is the better option if we're focusing solely on streaming content.
What it means is that if you want the very latest and best movies, a Sky Cinema pass on Now TV is by far the best choice. But if you're more concerned with binge-watching some cracking TV series (or if you already have Sky TV), Netflix and Amazon Prime Instant Video are pretty close.
NOW TV offers four TV passes: Entertainment,
Sky Cinema, Sports, and Kids as well as add-on subscriptions to platforms such as hayu.
Sky Cinema pass
- Sky Cinema Premiere.
- Sky Cinema Hits.
- Sky Cinema Greats.
- Sky Cinema Disney.
- Sky Cinema Kids Books.
- Sky Cinema Action.
- Sky Cinema Comedy.
- Sky Cinema Thriller.
Editor's note: We'll be updating this list of the best Netflix alternatives regularly as new streaming services launch.
- Amazon Prime Video. Amazon Prime Video is one of the best — if not the best — Netflix alternatives.
- HBO Max.
- Hulu.
- Crackle.
- CBS All Access.
- Disney Plus.
- Acorn TV.
- YouTube.
Compatible with: Most major streaming apps including Netflix and NOW TV. However, NOW TV devices do not allow you to access the Amazon Prime Video app. The cheapest device on this list, we highly recommend the NOW TV stick if you're looking to access Sky content.
Select Amazon Prime channels
| Amazon channel | Monthly cost | Subscription link |
|---|
| MLB.TV | $24.99 | Subscribe at Amazon |
| HBO | $14.99 | Subscribe at Amazon |
| Showtime | $10.99 | Subscribe at Amazon |
| Cinemax | $9.99 | Subscribe at Amazon |
Can I get Britbox on Now TV? Britbox is not currently available via a NowTV device. However there are a range of other options you can watch using a NowTV subscription, including: The latest on demand and live movies with a Sky Cinema Pass.
Do I need a NOW TV Smart Stick to watch NOW TV? No, you can watch NOW TV on loads of devices including: PS4, Xbox One, compatible Roku, LG Smart TV, PC, Mac, Smartphone, Tablet and more. But the NOW TV Smart Stick is the easiest way to watch your favourite shows and movies on your TV.
Watch all the matches, races and events, live, from all 7 Sky Sports channels with a Sky Sports Pass. There's no contract dip in dip out – just the TV you love, on your terms. Download the free app, choose your Pass, create a NOW TV account and start watching instantly on your device.
Common reasons include: A member of your household has used the same payment card to create a separate account. You created an additional account to take advantage of an offer. You created an additional account when you purchased a NOW TV Box or Smart Stick.
Sky TV customers to get free access to Now TV. Comcast plans to roll out a new version of Now TV to all Sky subscribers from 2020. For those not subscribed to Sky or Comcast, the new service will also be made available for a small subscription, comparable to other video on demand services.
Now TV Smart Stick vs Amazon Fire TV Stick: Software and content. If the Now TV Smart Stick has the better premium channels, the Amazon Fire TV Stick has a broader selection of channels and apps. You get Amazon Video and Netflix, as we've already mentioned, plus Spotify and a bunch of other Android games and apps.
How many devices can I have? You can add up to 6 devices and watch on 2 devices at the same time (3 if you have NOW TV Boost, or just 1 smartphone if you only have a Sky Sports Mobile Month Pass). Once you've added devices up to your maximum, you can make 3 changes to your devices each calendar month.
Re: Can I get Netflix on white now tv boxNope Netflix is not supported on the first generation white NowTV boxes.
What you have to do is go to Netflix.com, and sign up by creating a new account. Now opt for the free month trial, and you will get access to the content for free.
£8.99 per month Standard subscription – Viewers can watch in HD and on two devices at a time. £11.99 a month Premium subscription – Viewers can watch in Ultra HD where available, on four devices at a time.
To use your Android mobile device as a remote:
- Connect your mobile device to the same Wi-Fi network as your TV.
- Launch the Netflix app on both your TV and your mobile device.
- Sign in to the same Netflix account on both your TV and your mobile device.
- Select the Cast icon.
To watch NOW TV, simply connect the NOW TV Stick to your TV and then your existing broadband. Do I need a NOW TV Stick? No, you can watch NOW TV on loads of devices including PS4™ and Xbox One, and compatible Roku, Chromecast, LG Smart TV, PC, Mac, Smartphone, Tablet and more.
Stream Netflix via Chromecast
- Connect your Chromecast to the TV and to the Wi-Fi network.
- Use your phone to sign into Netflix.
- Tap on the 'Cast' icon on the top right side of the screen.
- Select your Chromecast from the list.
- Play anything that you want and Netflix should stream on your TV.
Now TV Smart Box 4K review: What you need to knowThe company's latest product is the Smart Box, which now supports up to 4K HDR at 60fps. That's a massive step up from the Now TV Smart Stick, which only supports up to Full HD unless you add Now TV Boost as an add-on.
