A device tier is a simple concept with one easy point of confusion: it limits how many screens can stream at the same time, not how many devices you're allowed to install the Player on. Here's exactly what changes — and what doesn't — between the 1, 2, 3, and 4-device tiers.
What "device tier" actually means
Every plan is available across four device tiers:
| Tier | Simultaneous streams |
|---|---|
| 1 Device | 1 |
| 2 Devices | 2 |
| 3 Devices | 3 |
| 4 Devices | 4 |
Whichever tier you choose applies across every plan duration — 1, 3, 6, or 12 months, or the Lifetime plan. See the pricing page for exact pricing per tier and duration.
Installing vs. streaming
You can install the Player on as many devices as you like — a TV, a phone, a tablet, a second TV in another room. Your device tier only limits how many of those installs can be actively streaming at once. If you're on the 1-device tier and someone starts a stream on a second device while one is already playing, that second stream won't start until the first one stops.
A simple way to check what you need
Think about your household's actual viewing overlap, not your device count:
- If everyone in the house tends to watch together, on one screen, a lower tier covers that even if you own several devices.
- If people regularly watch different things on different screens at the same time, your tier needs to match that number.
For a fuller walkthrough of matching a tier to your household, see how many devices you actually need.
FAQ
Can I install the Player on more devices than my tier allows? Yes — installation isn't limited. Only simultaneous streaming is tied to your device tier.
Does the device tier affect streaming quality? No — the channel and VOD library, and how streams are delivered, are the same across every tier. Only the number of simultaneous streams changes.
Can I change my device tier later? You choose your device tier each time you subscribe on the pricing page — so it can be different next time if your needs change.
What if I need more than 4 simultaneous streams? Current plans go up to 4 devices. Contact support if your household needs more than that.
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