Which team is cheaper to watch: FC Dallas or FC Cincinnati?

FC Dallas and FC Cincinnati are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the FC Dallas vs FC Cincinnati gap exist?

FC Cincinnati typically needs 2 services versus 2 for FC Dallas, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

Streaming Cost Comparison

Which team costs more to watch?

MLS

FC Dallas

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

Cheaper

MLS

FC Cincinnati

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

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

Setup complexity

FC Cincinnati usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for FC Dallas. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

FC Dallas ranks #11 in MLS and sits right at the league average. FC Cincinnati ranks #10 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: DALLAS - FT. WORTH for FC Dallas and CINCINNATI for FC Cincinnati.
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.