Which team is cheaper to watch: Chicago Cubs or Cincinnati Reds?

Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds gap exist?

Cincinnati Reds typically needs 4 services versus 4 for Chicago Cubs, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

Streaming Cost Comparison

Which team costs more to watch?

MLB

Chicago Cubs

$95

/mo

4 services · $758/yr

Cheaper

MLB

Cincinnati Reds

$95

/mo

4 services · $758/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Setup complexity

Cincinnati Reds usually asks for 4 services versus 4 for Chicago Cubs. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Chicago Cubs ranks #8 in MLB and sits $5 above the league average. Cincinnati Reds ranks #9 in MLB and sits $5 above the league average.

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Home-market guides

Home-city context

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: CHICAGO for Chicago Cubs and CINCINNATI for Cincinnati Reds.
The gap reflects monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
Use the calculator if you follow both teams or live outside either home market.