If you want to subscribe to a TV package in Switzerland, you face a confusing selection. Over 30 offers from more than a dozen providers, plus different pricing models, replay rules, and contract durations. This guide sorts the market, lists current prices, and shows where a closer look is worthwhile. All information is based on the data in the TV comparison by zufriedenmit.ch.
How much does a TV subscription cost in Switzerland?
The price range is enormous. Three providers offer free plans with limitations: Teleboy Free (310 channels, HD, but with ads and no replay), Zattoo Free (279 channels, only SD quality), and Init7 TV7 (200 channels, HD, only for Init7 internet customers). Those who want replay and good picture quality pay from around CHF 10 per month.
Most offers are found in the mid-range between CHF 10 and CHF 25. The cheapest paid plans with replay come from Zattoo Premium by Init7 (CHF 9.25), MIGROS Mobile TV and Wingo TV (each CHF 9.95), as well as Swisscom blue TV Air and net+ TV Light (each CHF 10.00). At the higher end are combo packages from Swisscom blue TV XL Sport (from CHF 69.80) and Salt Home+ (CHF 69.95), where internet and TV are bundled. Those looking for such a combo subscription should carefully compare the total costs.
Replay TV and advertising: What you should know
Replay is widely available in Switzerland thanks to the so-called Common Tariff 12 (GT12), a regulation unique internationally. However, since October 2022, the industry agreement between TV broadcasters and distributors applies: in time-shifted TV on private channels like 3+, ProSieben, or RTL, short commercials are shown before you can skip the actual channel advertising. Since November 2025, this also applies to SRG channels (SRF, RTS, RSI).
To completely avoid this replay advertising, most providers require booking an additional option. The costs vary between CHF 6.90 and CHF 10.00 per month depending on the provider. At Swisscom, the option is called "Replay Comfort" (CHF 8.90), at Sunrise "Skip Ads" (CHF 7.90), and at Yallo "TV Comfort" (CHF 7.95). Two providers already include ad-skipping in the subscription price: Zattoo Ultimate and TeleKing KingTV Platinum. For price-conscious users, this additional option can significantly increase the effective monthly price of a TV subscription.
Providers in direct comparison
The following table shows the key data of the most popular TV subscriptions with replay function:
| Provider | Plan | Price/Month | Channels (HD) | Quality | Replay Ads | Recordings | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Init7 | Zattoo Premium | CHF 9.25 | 378 (321) | FullHD | with ads | 1000 pcs | 12 months |
| Wingo | Wingo TV | CHF 9.95 | 250 (210) | HD | +CHF 8.90 | 600h | 24 months |
| Galaxus | Galaxus TV | CHF 11.00 | 282 (127) | FullHD | +CHF 7.00 | 1000 pcs | monthly |
| Teleboy | Teleboy TV | CHF 11.90 | 310 (237) | FullHD | +CHF 8.00 | 2400h | monthly |
| Yallo | yallo TV | CHF 12.90 | 300 (200) | FullHD | +CHF 7.95 | 1000h | monthly |
| Zattoo | Premium | CHF 14.00 | 378 (321) | HD | with ads | 1000 pcs | monthly |
| Init7 | Zattoo Ultimate | CHF 15.75 | 378 (321) | FullHD | included | 2000 pcs | 12 months |
| Zattoo | Ultimate | CHF 20.00 | 378 (216) | FullHD | included | 2000 pcs | monthly |
| Sunrise | UP TV M | CHF 20.40 | 280 (200) | 4K | +CHF 7.90 | 2000h | 24 months |
| TeleKing | Platinum | CHF 23.00 | 220 (150) | FullHD | included | 500h | 12 months |
| Swisscom | blue TV M | CHF 24.90 | 290 (200) | FullHD | +CHF 8.90 | 250h | 24 months |
Important: Zattoo announced a price increase for the Ultimate subscription as of April 2026: from CHF 20 to CHF 22 per month. The Zattoo Ultimate via Init7 remains unaffected for now and is with CHF 15.75 the cheapest complete offer including ad-skipping.
TV without mandatory internet: Is that possible?
Most TV subscriptions require an internet connection with the same provider. This limits flexibility, especially if you already have an existing internet contract. However, some providers offer standalone TV subscriptions that work with any internet connection:
Teleboy TV (from CHF 11.90), Zattoo (from CHF 14.00), yallo TV (CHF 12.90), iWay (from CHF 15.00), and Galaxus TV (CHF 11.00) can be used independently of the internet provider. This is especially interesting for households in shared apartments, second homes, or if the current internet contract still runs for a while. Those who also want to change their internet provider can often save additionally with a combo subscription.
Customer satisfaction: Big differences
Price alone says little about the everyday suitability of a TV subscription. Customer satisfaction shows massive differences. Providers like Teleboy (4.7/5), TeleKing (4.7/5), and Init7 (4.5/5) consistently score well in Google and Trustpilot reviews. On the other hand, providers like Sunrise (1.2/5), Salt (1.2/5), and Yallo (1.2/5) have significantly worse ratings. Common criticisms of poorly rated providers include complicated cancellation processes, poor support, and unclear invoices.
zufriedenmit.ch combines exactly these reviews with tariff data so that you find not only the cheapest but also the most reliable provider. The complete TV comparison with all filters can be found here.
What to look for in a TV subscription
Replay duration and advertising model: Most providers offer 7 days replay. It is crucial whether ad-skipping is included or costs extra. Always calculate additional costs into the monthly price.
Recordings: Differences are large. Teleboy TV offers 2400 hours, Swisscom blue TV M only 250 hours. Some providers count by pieces instead of hours, which complicates comparison.
Simultaneous streams: Relevant for families or shared apartments. Teleboy and Sunrise allow 5 parallel streams, others like TeleKing only one.
Contract duration: Those who want to stay flexible should choose monthly cancellable offers. Teleboy, Yallo, Galaxus, and Zattoo do not bind you. Swisscom, Wingo, Sunrise, and Quickline require 24 months.
Device support: Not every provider runs on all devices. Zattoo supports the widest range with 9 platforms (including gaming consoles). Others like Swisscom limit to Smart TV, smartphone, tablet, and browser.
Conclusion: The best TV subscription for different needs
For bargain hunters, Teleboy Free or Zattoo Free are good entry points if you can do without replay. Those who want replay and are price-conscious do best with Zattoo Premium by Init7 (CHF 9.25) or Teleboy TV (CHF 11.90), the latter without any contract commitment.
For comfort without compromises, Zattoo Ultimate via Init7 (CHF 15.75 with ad-skipping included) or the standalone Zattoo Ultimate (CHF 20.00, from April CHF 22.00) are the best choices. Those who need 4K quality and the largest sports offer hardly get around Sunrise UP TV M, but pay more and commit for 24 months.
For families, providers with many streams and profiles are suitable: Teleboy (5 streams, 5 profiles) and Sunrise (5 streams, 6 profiles) stand out here.
Compare all offers with your personal criteria in the TV comparison and also take a look at the combo subscriptions if you want internet and TV from one source. Those who only want to compare internet providers or want to place two providers directly side by side will find the appropriate tools there.
