How to Watch The Masters for Less
If you plan to stream The Masters and are looking for ways to save, we'll show you the best option.
The Masters is one of golf's premier events. Located at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club, the tournament features the sport's best players, including Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler, who are two of the favorites to win this year's event.
The golf course is a visual treat with a design that can give even the most seasoned golfer the jitters. From the opening shot at Tea Olive to Amen Corner, the most recognized three holes in golf, there are plenty of natural hazards to challenge the most seasoned pros.
The Masters starts on Thursday, April 9, and goes through Sunday, April 12. To stream it live, you'll need ESPN+for the first two rounds on Thursday and Friday, and CBS for the final two rounds on Saturday and Sunday.
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You can also stream coverage from select locations through Masters.com or The Masters app.
If you're looking for ways to watch The Masters for less, here are a few options to consider:
Stream early rounds with Disney+
Since the first two rounds of The Masters are streaming on ESPN, you'll need a service that offers this. One of the best options is to use a bundled service from Disney+.
With Disney Plus, you can bundle content with other on-demand services like Hulu and ESPN Plus. ESPN Plus will grant you access to stream The Masters.
Disney+ doesn't offer a free trial. However, you do receive three services for under $36, making it a great deal for many households.
On top of that, you can earn some cash back if you have the right credit card. To demonstrate, the Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express offers you an $84 annual credit for Disney+, broken down into $7 credits per month.
The ESPN Plus bundle brings the total cost to under $30 before taxes, allowing you to stream The Masters for less.
Catch the final action on Paramount Plus
To capture all of the action, you'll also need CBS. One of the cheapest ways to do this is to use Paramount+.
Paramount Plus offers live access to all content streaming on CBS. This gives you a way to watch the pivotal final two days of action live.
And if you're a new subscriber, you can try the service free for a week, giving you access to the final rounds of The Masters with no commitments.
Another workaround is if you have the American Express Platinum Card®. This card comes with a free Walmart Plus membership.
Walmart Plus includes a free subscription to the Paramount Plus Essentials Plan. Or, you can upgrade to the ad-free option with Showtime for a little more per month.
How to watch the Masters from anywhere
If you're traveling during The Masters Tournament, you may still be able to watch coverage using the streaming services you already have.
Some streaming platforms limit access based on your location, which can affect what you can watch when you're away from home. If that happens, some viewers turn to a virtual private network (VPN) to access their accounts while traveling.
A VPN encrypts your internet connection and routes it through a server in another location. This can add a layer of privacy and may allow you to sign in to your streaming services in a way that's similar to how you would at home.
Haven't used a VPN before? It's easy to set up:
- Find a VPN service you like, then follow the sign-up prompts.
- Once you have an account, choose a server location that matches your home so you can access your usual streaming subscription while traveling (where terms allow).
- Log in to your streaming service as you normally would.
Use a free trial to stream The Masters for free
Along with Paramount Plus, many live streaming services offer free trials for new customers. One of the better choices is Hulu + Live TV.
The platform offers ESPN and CBS, so you can catch every round of action from Augusta. In addition, you receive an on-demand library full of hit movies, shows and children's programming.
New subscribers can try Hulu + Live TV free for three days.
The bottom line on streaming The Masters for less
There are many ways to stream The Masters and save money. Amex Everyday cardholders earn streaming credits, while Platinum customers get the Paramount+ Essentials plan for free.
Another option is to try out a live streaming service. This lets you watch some of golf's best moments for free before deciding if the platform is right for you.
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