TL;DR
FuboTV is the "sports first" streaming service that actually functions as a full cable replacement. It’s the best choice for families who need local regional sports networks (RSNs) to watch their home teams, but it comes with a steep price tag and some glaring holes in the kids' department—most notably, the total absence of Warner Bros. Discovery channels like Cartoon Network.
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FuboTV started as a niche soccer streaming service, but it has evolved into a massive "skinny bundle" that isn't actually that skinny anymore. It’s a live TV streaming service (OTT) that you watch through an app on your smart TV, Roku, or tablet.
Unlike Netflix or Disney+, which are libraries of on-demand content, Fubo is essentially cable delivered over the internet. You get a grid guide, a "Cloud DVR" to record games or shows, and the ability to channel flip. It is currently one of the most expensive streaming options on the market, often rivaling the cost of traditional cable once you add in the mandatory regional sports fees.
If you live in a household where the "Big Game" isn't an event but a daily occurrence, Fubo is usually the top pick. It carries more regional sports networks than YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV.
For kids who are starting to get serious about their own sports—the ones who want to watch every NBA game or follow Premier League soccer—Fubo provides the most comprehensive coverage. It’s also one of the few places where you can stream certain events in 4K, which makes a difference when you're trying to see if that ball actually crossed the line.
This is where the "no-BS" part comes in. Fubo has a major weakness: contract disputes.
Because they spend so much money on sports rights, they have cut ties with several major channel providers. As of now, you will not find any Warner Bros. Discovery channels. That means no CNN, no TNT, no TBS, and most importantly for parents, no Cartoon Network or Adult Swim.
If your kids are obsessed with Teen Titans Go! or The Amazing World of Gumball, they are out of luck here. You also won't find AMC, so if you're a parent who wants to catch up on prestige dramas after the kids go to bed, you'll need a separate subscription.
Despite the missing channels, Fubo still carries the "Big Three" of kids' broadcasting. If your family is in the toddler-to-tween stage, these are the heavy hitters available:
The gold standard of modern parenting. Bluey is the rare show that is actually better for parents than it is for kids. It’s available via the Disney Channel and Disney Junior feeds on Fubo. Ages: 2-102
[Nickelodeon](https://screenwiseapp.com/media/nickelodeon-app remains a staple on Fubo. Whether you think SpongeBob is a classic or a sensory nightmare, it's there, along with PAW Patrol for the younger set. Ages: 6-12
Fubo carries PBS Kids in most markets. Wild Kratts is fantastic for "stealth learning" about zoology and biology without the "brain rot" feel of some other animated series. Ages: 4-9
This channel is often overlooked but carries solid programming like American Ninja Warrior Junior, which fits the "sports-centric" vibe of a Fubo household perfectly. Ages: 6-11
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FuboTV is a "lean-back" experience, which means it’s easier for a kid to accidentally stumble upon something inappropriate compared to a walled garden like YouTube Kids.
Parental Control Workarounds
Fubo's native parental controls are... fine. They use a PIN system that allows you to restrict content based on TV ratings (e.g., locking anything TV-MA or R-rated).
However, there are two big "gotchas" for intentional parents:
- The "Live" Problem: If a kid is flipping through channels, they can still see the thumbnails and titles of whatever is playing on the restricted channels, even if they can't click into them.
- Profile Limitations: Unlike Netflix, Fubo’s profiles are mostly for keeping your DVR and "Continue Watching" lists separate. They don't offer a "Kids Mode" that completely hides adult content from the interface.
The Price Tag
Fubo is not a "budget" move. By the time you pay for the Pro plan and the inevitable Regional Sports Fee (which can be an extra $12-$15 a month depending on where you live), you are looking at nearly $100 a month.
The "Ohio" Factor (Internet Culture)
Because Fubo is a live streaming service, your kids might use it to watch live events like the Kids' Choice Awards or sports. This is where they pick up the latest slang—the "Ohio," the "Skibidi," the "Rizz."
Live TV is the source of "water cooler talk" for middle schoolers. If you cut the cord entirely and only do on-demand, your kids might feel out of the loop on these cultural moments. Fubo keeps them in that loop, for better or worse.
Entrepreneurship or Brain Rot?
One interesting thing about Fubo is its inclusion of niche channels like The Design Network or various cooking channels. If you have a kid who is interested in Minecraft architecture or wants to start a YouTube cooking channel, these "boring" adult channels can actually be more educational than another episode of a cartoon.
If you're considering Fubo, have a conversation with your kids about "The Budget."
- "We are choosing Fubo because it has the games we want to watch as a family."
- "Since Fubo doesn't have Cartoon Network, we aren't going to be able to watch Teen Titans Go! anymore. Are you okay with that?"
It’s a great way to teach them that no digital service is perfect and that we make trade-offs based on what the family values most (in this case, sports and local news).
FuboTV is a premium, specialized tool.
Get it if: You are a die-hard sports family that needs local RSNs and you still want the "cable feel" for the kids with Disney and [Nick](https://screenwiseapp.com/media/nickelodeon-app.
Skip it if: You don't care about sports. You can get way more kids' content for half the price on Hulu + Live TV or YouTube TV.
- Check the Channel Map: Go to Fubo’s site and enter your zip code. Make sure it actually has the sports team your family follows.
- Set the PIN: The moment you sign up, go into the settings and set a 4-digit PIN for TV-MA and R content.
- Audit the Apps: Remember that a Fubo login often lets you sign into "TV Everywhere" apps like DisneyNow or Nick Jr., which might have a better interface for your kids than the Fubo app itself.
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