Which team is cheaper to watch: San Diego FC or Real Salt Lake?

San Diego FC and Real Salt Lake are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the San Diego FC vs Real Salt Lake gap exist?

Real Salt Lake typically needs 2 services versus 2 for San Diego FC, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

Streaming Cost Comparison

Which team costs more to watch?

MLS

San Diego FC

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

Cheaper

MLS

Real Salt Lake

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

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

Setup complexity

Real Salt Lake usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for San Diego FC. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

San Diego FC ranks #24 in MLS and sits right at the league average. Real Salt Lake ranks #23 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: SAN DIEGO for San Diego FC and SALT LAKE CITY for Real Salt Lake.
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.