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Xfinity holds a near-monopoly on Seattle cable and charges $130–$175/month for the privilege. PlayMaxTV gives you Seahawks, Mariners, Kraken, Sounders, Storm, and 25,000+ channels for $20/month. Free 24-hour trial. No Xfinity contract required.
Seattle is one of the most sports-passionate cities in the Pacific Northwest, with five professional teams across four leagues. PlayMaxTV covers every game.
The Seahawks are one of the NFL's most storied franchises — back-to-back Super Bowl appearances and one of the loudest stadiums in the league. Games air on FOX, CBS, ESPN, and NFL Network. All included in PlayMaxTV, plus NFL RedZone every Sunday.
Keep up with preseason training camp news and game-day hype on the Seattle Seahawks' official YouTube channel, then catch the live game on PlayMaxTV.
The Mariners broadcast their home games on ROOT Sports Northwest and nationally on ESPN and Apple TV+. PlayMaxTV carries ROOT Sports Northwest — the channel Xfinity charges a premium tier surcharge for — at no extra cost. Watch the full 162-game regular season plus playoffs.
Game highlights and player features are posted daily on the Seattle Mariners YouTube channel.
The Kraken joined the NHL as an expansion team in 2021 and quickly built one of the NHL's loudest fanbases. Games air on ROOT Sports Northwest and ESPN/TNT nationally. PlayMaxTV carries both feeds — you get every home, away, and nationally televised game.
Follow all things Kraken on the Seattle Kraken's official YouTube channel for pre-game analysis, player spotlights, and behind-the-scenes footage.
The Sounders are one of MLS's flagship franchises — multiple Cup winners and consistently one of the top-attended clubs in North America. Matches air on Apple TV+ MLS Season Pass, ESPN, and FS1. PlayMaxTV covers ESPN and FS1 feeds and selected Apple TV+ broadcasts.
Watch Sounders match reactions and tactical breakdowns on the Seattle Sounders FC YouTube channel.
The Storm are one of the WNBA's most decorated franchises with multiple championships. Games air on ESPN, CBS Sports Network, and NBA TV — all included in PlayMaxTV.
PlayMaxTV includes all major Seattle broadcast channels and national sports networks.
| Channel | What you watch | On PlayMaxTV |
|---|---|---|
| KOMO 4 (ABC) | Local news, NFL, NBA Finals | ✅ Yes |
| KING 5 (NBC) | Local news, NFL on NBC, Olympics | ✅ Yes |
| KCPQ (FOX) | Local news, NFL on FOX, MLB | ✅ Yes |
| KIRO 7 (CBS) | Local news, NFL on CBS, March Madness | ✅ Yes |
| ROOT Sports Northwest | Mariners, Kraken (local broadcasts) | ✅ Yes |
| ESPN / ESPN2 | NFL, NBA, MLB, College sports | ✅ Yes |
| NFL Network / RedZone | NFL all week + Sunday | ✅ Yes |
| NHL Network | Kraken, league-wide coverage | ✅ Yes |
| FS1 | MLB, NASCAR, college sports | ✅ Yes |
| NBA TV / CBS Sports | Storm, NBA league games | ✅ Yes |
Xfinity is the primary cable provider across most of the Seattle metro area. Here is a direct comparison for sports fans.
| Feature | Xfinity Seattle | PlayMaxTV |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $130–$175/month | From $20/month |
| Contract required | 1–2 year contract | No contract |
| Equipment rental fee | $14.99/month (X1 box) | None |
| ROOT Sports Northwest | Sports tier add-on required | Included in all plans |
| NFL RedZone | $10/month add-on | Included |
| Local Seattle channels | Yes | Yes |
| Seahawks / Kraken / Mariners | Yes (with sports tier) | Yes — included |
| Annual savings | — | $1,300–$1,800/year |
Independent cord-cutting guides on Tom's Guide and CNET consistently show IPTV as the most cost-effective alternative to regional sports cable packages.
Setup takes under 15 minutes. No technician. No Xfinity installation appointment.
Visit playmaxtv.com and create your account. The 24-hour trial requires no credit card and gives full access to all channels including ROOT Sports Northwest.
Works on Amazon Fire TV Stick, Roku, Apple TV, Android TV, Samsung and LG Smart TVs, iPhone, iPad, and any laptop. Every device you already own works out of the box.
TiviMate is the top-rated IPTV player for Fire Stick and Android TV — available on the Google Play Store. IPTV Smarters Pro works on all platforms including iPhone and iPad.
You will receive your M3U URL and login details by WhatsApp or email after sign-up. Load them into your player and search for "ROOT Sports Northwest" or "Seattle" to find your local feeds.
Every plan includes ROOT Sports Northwest, all Seattle local channels, ESPN, NFL Network, and 25,000+ channels total. No hidden sports tier fees.
Yes. PlayMaxTV carries ROOT Sports Northwest (local Kraken broadcasts) and ESPN/TNT for national games. You get every regular-season game and playoff run without an Xfinity cable subscription.
Yes. ROOT Sports Northwest — which carries Mariners and Kraken home games — is included in all PlayMaxTV plans at no additional cost. Xfinity requires a Sports Entertainment Package add-on for this channel.
Yes. Seahawks games on FOX, CBS, ESPN, and NFL Network are all included. NFL RedZone is also included at no extra charge.
Yes. You can cancel Xfinity cable TV and keep Xfinity internet (usually $50–$80/month for standalone internet). PlayMaxTV streams over that connection without any issues.
Yes. Sign up at playmaxtv.com for a free 24-hour trial. No credit card required. Try ROOT Sports Northwest and local Seattle channels before committing.
Yes. Sounders matches on ESPN, FS1, and selected national broadcasts are included. MLS Season Pass on Apple TV+ is a separate subscription not included in PlayMaxTV — but the majority of nationally televised Sounders matches are on ESPN and FS1.
Seattle fans are saving $1,300–$1,800 per year by switching from Xfinity cable to PlayMaxTV. Same Seahawks. Same Kraken. Same Mariners. A fraction of the price.
The free trial is 24 hours, full access, zero credit card risk. Most Seattle residents are streaming within 15 minutes of signing up.
PlayMaxTV is a legal IPTV service. We do not host, store, or distribute copyrighted content. Article last updated: May 26, 2026.