Which team is cheaper to watch: Cincinnati Bengals or Chicago Bears?

Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Cincinnati Bengals vs Chicago Bears gap exist?

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

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Cincinnati Bengals vs Chicago Bears

Which team costs more to watch?

NFL

Cincinnati Bengals

$83

/mo

4 services · $496/yr

Cheaper

NFL

Chicago Bears

$83

/mo

4 services · $496/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

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

League context

Cincinnati Bengals ranks #7 in NFL and sits right at the league average. Chicago Bears ranks #6 in NFL and sits right at the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: CINCINNATI for Cincinnati Bengals and CHICAGO for Chicago Bears.
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.