Mediacom Variety TV Now Includes ESPN Unlimited at No Extra Cost
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Quick answer (as of October 7, 2026): Yes. Since October 6, 2026, Mediacom Variety TV customers get the ESPN Unlimited plan at no extra charge. It includes ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN on ABC, NFL Network, ESPNU, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESPNEWS, ESPN+ and more. Local TV isn't included. To watch, open the ESPN app on your Xtream1 box or any device and sign in with your Mediacom account. Bought directly, ESPN Unlimited costs $31.99 a month.
Package details from mediacomcable.com and Mediacom's October 6, 2026 announcement. ESPN price from ESPN's help center. All checked October 7, 2026.
If you have Mediacom's Variety TV package, you now get ESPN Unlimited at no extra charge. Mediacom announced the change on October 6, 2026. It means you can stream ESPN's full lineup in the ESPN app on your Xtream box, phone, smart TV, game console or computer by signing in with your Mediacom account. Here's what's included, how to turn it on and what it's worth.
Which Mediacom customers get it
Mediacom's TV page lists two packages: Local TV (50+ channels) and Variety TV (170+ channels). Only Variety TV carries the "ESPN Unlimited is now included" note. Mediacom's fine print adds:
- You must be 18 or older to redeem it.
- It's one offer per eligible account.
- You keep it only while you stay on an eligible plan. If you cancel Variety TV or switch to a package that doesn't qualify, ESPN Unlimited ends when that plan ends.
Mediacom doesn't list Variety TV prices on its TV page, so check the price for your address before you upgrade from Local TV.
Channels included
| Network | Included with Variety TV + ESPN Unlimited | What you'll typically find |
|---|---|---|
| ESPN | Yes | Flagship network for NFL, NBA, college football and SportsCenter |
| ESPN2 | Yes | Overflow games, studio shows and college sports |
| ESPN on ABC | Yes | ESPN-produced events that air on ABC |
| NFL Network | Yes | NFL news, replays and select games |
| ESPNU | Yes | College sports |
| SEC Network and SEC Network+ | Yes | Southeastern Conference games; SEC Network+ is streaming-only |
| ACC Network and ACC Network Extra | Yes | Atlantic Coast Conference games; ACCNX is streaming-only |
| ESPNEWS | Yes | Sports news and highlights |
| ESPN+ | Yes | Streaming-only events and ESPN originals |
| ESPN Deportes | Yes | Spanish-language sports |
Network list from Mediacom's October 6, 2026 announcement, checked October 7, 2026. Game availability depends on each network's schedule and on blackout rules.
For Mediacom's regular channel numbers, see what channels are included in Mediacom packages.
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How to watch ESPN Unlimited with Mediacom
On the Mediacom Xtream1 box
- Say "ESPN App" into your Xtream1 voice remote.
- Or press the TiVo button, then go to Apps & Games, open the Google Play Store and search for ESPN.
- Open the app and sign in with your Mediacom credentials when it asks.
On a phone, smart TV, console or browser
- Open the ESPN app or ESPN.com and choose to sign in with your TV provider.
- Pick Mediacom from the provider list and enter your Mediacom username and password.
- Sign in to (or create) the MyDisney account ESPN uses, then follow the prompts to activate ESPN Unlimited.
The second set of steps follows ESPN's general sign-in process for TV providers, so the exact screens may differ slightly. Mediacom's own guide on watching Mediacom on your phone covers its other apps.
Already pay for ESPN? Check before you're charged twice
Mediacom's fine print says that for existing ESPN subscribers, this is an additional ESPN subscription. It won't replace or cancel one you already pay for, and the two accounts are managed separately. If you subscribe to ESPN directly, through a Disney bundle or through another service, decide whether you still need it. Canceling an ESPN plan you don't need could save up to $31.99 a month.
What it's worth
| How you get ESPN Unlimited | Price | Cost over 12 months |
|---|---|---|
| Mediacom Variety TV customer | Included at no extra charge | $0 extra |
| ESPN Unlimited direct, monthly | $31.99/mo | $383.88 |
| ESPN Unlimited direct, annual | $319.99/yr | $319.99 |
| ESPN Select direct (smaller plan, no full ESPN networks) | $13.99/mo | $167.88 |
ESPN prices from ESPN's plans-and-prices help page, checked October 7, 2026. The 12-month totals are our math. Taxes may apply.
For a sports fan who would otherwise buy ESPN Unlimited monthly, that's about $384 a year in value. That makes Variety TV more attractive for sports households. Before upgrading, though, compare the price difference between Local TV and Variety TV at your address against that $31.99 a month.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mediacom Local TV include ESPN Unlimited?
No. Mediacom lists ESPN Unlimited as included only with Variety TV.
Do I need the Xtream1 box?
No. You can also watch in the ESPN app on most phones, tablets, smart TVs, game consoles, streaming devices and web browsers by signing in with your Mediacom credentials.
What happens if I downgrade from Variety TV?
Your ESPN Unlimited access ends when your eligible Variety TV plan ends, according to Mediacom's offer terms.
How much does ESPN Unlimited cost without Mediacom?
$31.99 a month or $319.99 a year bought directly from ESPN, as of October 7, 2026.