Foxtel All Packs costs $104/month. Kayo is $40-46. IPTV sits between $8 and $20. Here is the honest 2026 price comparison for Australian viewers.
The 2026 Price Board
Foxtel All Packs: around $104 per month. Foxtel Sports: around $73. Kayo Sports: $40 to $46 depending on tier. Licensed IPTV independent plans: $8 to $20 per month. Those four numbers are the whole comparison in one line.
What Each One Actually Includes
Foxtel bundles hardware and a support line. Kayo bundles Australian sport heavily. IPTV bundles channel volume — including overseas feeds — but with less support and no hardware. Different products, not just different prices.
Contract Length and Lock-In
Foxtel historically pushes you toward 12 to 24 month terms. Kayo is month-to-month. Most independent IPTV is month-to-month or prepaid yearly at a discount. If you want to leave in March, that difference matters more than the sticker price.
Peak-Hour Performance
Price only counts if the stream holds. Test every option during a Sunday afternoon AFL block or a State of Origin night, not on a quiet weekday. Buffer behaviour at 7:30pm is the only performance number worth trusting.
Who Should Stay on Foxtel
If you need a support number, a set-top box, and zero setup effort, Foxtel still wins on convenience. If you are comfortable with an app and an EPG, the price gap is hard to argue with.
Australian Price Comparison (2026)
| Service | Monthly (AUD) | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Foxtel All Packs | ~$104 | ~$1,248 |
| Foxtel Sports | ~$73 | ~$876 |
| Kayo Sports | $40–$46 | $480–$552 |
| Independent IPTV | $8–$20 | $96–$240 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IPTV cheaper than Foxtel in Australia?
Yes. Foxtel All Packs is about $104 per month, while a typical independent IPTV plan in Australia runs between $8 and $20 per month. The gap is roughly $1,000 to $1,200 a year.
Can I test an IPTV service before paying?
A 24-hour trial with no credit card is normal in 2026. Test during peak-hour sport, not on a quiet weekday afternoon, so the result actually means something.
What device do I need for IPTV in Australia?
A Firestick 4K, an Android TV box or an Apple TV running IPTV Smarters or TiviMate is enough. Add an Ethernet adapter if your Wi-Fi drops during evening peak hours.
Does IPTV carry AFL and NRL channels?
Many providers carry Fox Footy, Fox League and 7Mate regional feeds. Ask for the actual channel list before subscribing so you do not pay for a package missing the sport you watch.