Which team is cheaper to watch: D.C. United or Columbus Crew?

D.C. United and Columbus Crew are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the D.C. United vs Columbus Crew gap exist?

Columbus Crew typically needs 2 services versus 2 for D.C. United, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

Streaming Cost Comparison

Which team costs more to watch?

MLS

D.C. United

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

Cheaper

MLS

Columbus Crew

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

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

Setup complexity

Columbus Crew usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for D.C. United. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

D.C. United ranks #9 in MLS and sits right at the league average. Columbus Crew ranks #8 in MLS and sits right at 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: WASHINGTON, DC (HAGRSTWN) for D.C. United and COLUMBUS, OH for Columbus Crew.
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.