The short answer
If you want the most channels for the least money and no contract, IPTV usually wins. If your home internet is slow or unreliable, cable is still the safer choice — IPTV is only as good as the connection reaching your TV.
| IPTV (Tdot Media Plus) | Traditional cable | |
|---|---|---|
| How it arrives | Over your home internet | A cable line into your home |
| Contract | None — pick 1, 3, 6 or 12 months | Often a term contract |
| Price | From $10 a month on 12 months | Usually a monthly bundle price |
| Equipment | An app on your TV, or your own box | Usually a rented box |
| Moving home | Log in at the new place | Book a transfer or install |
| Depends on | Your internet speed | The cable network |
Where IPTV comes out ahead
IPTV is built around flexibility.
- No contract: pay for the months you want and stop when you like.
- No rented box: use the smart TV, Firestick or box you already own.
- Watch on your phone or laptop too, not only the living-room TV.
- Moving is easy: sign in at your new place and keep watching.
Where cable still makes sense
Cable doesn't lean on your internet connection. If your internet drops often, you can't get at least 30 Mbps to the TV, or you share a slow connection with a busy household, cable will feel more dependable.
Some people also simply prefer one bill from one big company and a technician at the door. That's a fair reason.
Making the switch
Test first, then cancel. Run a free trial on the TV you actually watch, at the time you actually watch — evening, when networks are busiest. If it's smooth, switch; if it isn't, you've lost nothing.
Keep your internet plan — IPTV needs it. It's only the TV part of your bill that you replace.
Common questions
Will I lose local channels?+
No — local, national, US and international channels are all included in every plan.
Do I need a new box?+
Not usually. Most smart TVs, Firesticks and Android boxes work. If you'd rather it just work, our XTV Air Pro arrives set up.
What internet speed do I need?+
At least 30 Mbps reaching the TV or box. Any Toronto cable, fibre or condo internet plan that delivers that works.
Can I keep watching if I move?+
Yes. Your login travels with you — sign in at the new place.