Now TV Ireland Offers: Cheapest Deals, Trials & Sky Sports

If you’ve been eyeing Sky Sports but dreading a 12-month satellite contract, NOW TV Ireland has built its reputation on exactly that flexibility. The service sits outside the traditional pay-TV model — no dish, no set-top box, no lock-in — and it keeps adding ways to dip in for as little as a day.

Starting Monthly Price: €8.99 · Entertainment Deal Save: 62% for 6 months · New Member Entertainment Save: 30% for 6 months · Cinema & Boost Free Trial: 7 days · Groupon Max Discount: 50% off

The key facts table below summarizes current NOW TV Ireland pricing and terms from official sources.

What is the cheapest way to get Now TV?

The most cost-effective entry point depends on whether you want live sports or just entertainment. For entertainment alone, the NOW TV Ireland membership page advertises a 62% saving on 6-month plans — bringing the monthly cost well below the standard €8.99 rate for new members who commit. Those who prefer month-to-month flexibility pay the higher rate but retain the ability to cancel without penalty.

Introductory offers for new members

New Irish customers signing up for a 6-month Entertainment commitment reportedly save 30% compared to rolling monthly rates, according to promotional materials on the official site. This introductory window lets subscribers test the service at a reduced cost before deciding whether to continue. The NOW TV Ireland introductory offers page confirms free trials are available for Boost with eligible memberships, though these offers apply only to those who have not previously tried Boost.

Free trials and bundles

The Cinema and Boost passes each offer a 7-day free trial for first-time subscribers — a low-risk way to gauge picture quality and device compatibility before committing to a paid plan. The 12-Month Saver Bundle for sports includes one month of Boost at no extra cost, effectively giving new sports subscribers a taste of enhanced HD streaming before the €5/month auto-renewal kicks in unless cancelled.

How much does Now TV Ireland cost?

Pricing on NOW TV Ireland spans several tiers, from budget entertainment passes to comprehensive sports bundles. Understanding where each plan sits helps avoid surprises when the initial term ends and standard rates apply.

Membership pricing breakdown

Entertainment memberships start at €8.99/month on a rolling basis. The 6-month saver plans reduce this further for new members. Cinema and Boost passes carry their own pricing structures, with Cinema offering film-focused content and Boost unlocking HD streaming and additional features. The NOW TV Ireland Sports Membership page lists the 12-Month Saver Bundle at €27/month, which represents a reported saving of over 60% compared to the full channel pack price of €72.98/month. After the 12-month minimum term, the Sports Membership auto-renews at €38.99/month unless cancelled.

Sports and Entertainment bundles

The Sports Extra add-on includes 4 TNT Sports channels and 2 Premier Sports channels alongside the core Sky Sports offering, bringing the total channel count to 17 in the Sports Extra Bundle configuration. Boost — the enhancement layer for better video quality — auto-renews at €5/month after any included free trial period. For comparison, Switcher.ie Sports TV Packages guide notes that Sky Ireland charges a minimum 12-month contract for similar sports add-ons, making the no-contract NOW model notably different.

Is Now TV cheaper than Sky Q?

The comparison between NOW TV Ireland and Sky Q hinges on more than just monthly fees — hardware requirements, contract flexibility, and total channel access all factor in. Switcher.ie’s Irish TV guide breaks down how each platform positions itself.

Sky Q vs NOW pricing

Sky Q requires a set-top box and a minimum 12-month contract for new TV customers, with sports add-ons priced accordingly. NOW TV Ireland operates entirely over the internet with no hardware rental — you stream on your own devices. The Sports Day pass offers 24-hour access to 11 Sky Sports channels for those who want coverage without any commitment, though day pass pricing for the Irish market has not been separately confirmed. In the UK, the equivalent NOW TV UK current offers page costs £14.99 for 24 hours.

Features comparison

Sky Q’s advantages include exclusive Premier League coverage and Formula 1 rights, plus the stability of a dedicated satellite connection. NOW’s advantage is flexibility — cancel anytime on month-to-month passes, stream across 60+ devices, and access sports without installing a dish. The trade-off is that some exclusive content remains locked to the Sky satellite platform. Sky Sports official NOW Q&A confirms the streaming service offers contract-free sports memberships with no long-term obligation.

How to get NOW TV cheaper?

Several routes exist to reduce the effective cost of a NOW TV subscription in Ireland. Discount codes, third-party voucher platforms, and strategic bundling can all move the needle.

Discount codes and Groupon deals

Third-party platforms like Groupon reportedly offer up to 50% off select NOW TV passes for Irish customers, providing a path to reduced entry costs that supplements the official promotional rates. These deals tend to appear around seasonal sales periods and may apply to specific membership lengths. The official NOW TV Ireland homepage currently highlights the 12-Month Saver Bundle at €27/month with one month of Boost thrown in free — a bundled saving that outperforms standalone discount codes in absolute euros.

Amazon device integration

Amazon Fire TV users can access NOW TV through the dedicated app, and Amazon devices occasionally qualify for promotional pricing or bonus offers when bundled with a new membership. This route suits viewers already in the Amazon ecosystem who want seamless integration with existing streaming hardware. However, Switcher.ie NOW TV Ireland guide also notes that Vodafone TV Ireland uses NOW Sports as its underlying delivery mechanism for full Sky Sports access — a form of indirect bundle discount through an ISP relationship.

NOW TV free trial, offers & deals

Free trials on NOW TV Ireland follow different rules depending on which pass you’re targeting. The trial eligibility policy is stricter for sports than for entertainment, and understanding this distinction prevents frustration at signup.

Ireland-specific trials

Entertainment and Cinema members new to Boost can claim a 7-day free trial of the enhancement pass, per the NOW TV Ireland introductory offers page. Sports Month Memberships do not carry a free trial — this is a consistent policy across both Ireland and the UK. The only option for short-term sports access without commitment is the Sports Day pass, which provides 24 hours of live channel access.

Sports offers

Current sports offers center on the 12-Month Saver Bundle with promotional pricing locked for the minimum term. The bundle includes Sky Sports+ and one month of Boost at no additional cost. Sports Extra adds TNT Sports and Premier Sports to the lineup, creating a 17-channel package. Switcher.ie NOW TV Ireland guide provides a detailed breakdown confirming 4 TNT Sports channels and 2 Premier Sports channels in the Sports Extra tier.

The comparison table below shows how NOW TV Ireland stacks up against its Irish competitors on key subscription factors.

The specification table below details all available NOW TV Ireland membership types, pricing, and terms.

How to subscribe step by step

Signing up for NOW TV Ireland is designed to be straightforward, but a few decision points along the way determine how much you pay and what you get.

1. Step 1 — Choose your pass type: Decide whether you want Entertainment only, Cinema, Sports, or a combination. Entertainment starts at €8.99/month; the Sports 12-Month Saver Bundle costs €27/month.
2. Step 2 — Check trial eligibility: If you want Boost, confirm you haven’t previously used a Boost free trial on your account. New members can access a 7-day Boost trial with Entertainment and Cinema passes.
3. Step 3 — Select term length: Rolling monthly gives flexibility but at higher rates. Committing to a 6 or 12-month term unlocks the steepest discounts.
4. Step 4 — Set up your device: Download the NOW TV app on your preferred device — smart TV, phone, tablet, console, or Amazon Fire Stick. No additional hardware needed.
5. Step 5 — Activate payment and trial: Enter your details and, where applicable, start your free trial period. Set a reminder to cancel before the trial ends if you’re unsure.
6. Step 6 — Monitor auto-renewal: After your initial term, prices auto-renew at standard rates. Calendar a reminder to review your subscription and cancel or renegotiate before the first auto-renewal charge.

Comparing NOW TV to Irish competitors

Four providers dominate the Irish sports TV landscape: NOW TV Ireland, Sky Ireland, Virgin Media Ireland, and Vodafone TV Ireland. Each takes a different approach to pricing, hardware, and contract terms.

NOW TV Ireland positions itself as the contract-free alternative, streaming Sky Sports and related channels without a dish or set-top box. Sky Ireland offers the widest exclusive content — Premier League and Formula 1 rights are cited as key differentiators — but requires a 12-month minimum contract and hardware rental. Virgin Media Ireland includes its own base sport service free with most TV bundles, with Sky Sports and Sports Extra available as add-ons. Vodafone TV Ireland has partnered with NOW to deliver full Sky Sports access through its TV box, giving subscribers the NOW streaming experience within a Vodafone-branded package.

The implication: no single provider wins across all dimensions. NOW TV leads on flexibility; Sky leads on exclusive rights; Virgin Media offers the strongest base sports value; Vodafone bridges streaming convenience with ISP bundling.

Free trials aren’t available with a Sports Month Membership, but you can join for a day with a Sports Day Membership.

— NOW TV UK Official Site

NOW offers contract-free Sports Month & Day Memberships options, so customers can sign up and cancel anytime.

— Sky Sports Official Article

For Irish viewers weighing their sports streaming options, the calculus is specific: if you need Sky Sports for the Premier League season or GAA coverage and want to avoid a 12-month lock-in, NOW TV’s contract-free model delivers exactly that. But if exclusive content or bundled value matter more — or if you expect to stay for more than a year — the auto-renewal price gap between NOW and a bundled Virgin Media or Sky deal narrows considerably. The cheapest path requires either committing to the 12-month term upfront or treating streaming as a seasonal tool you cancel between sporting events.