Which fandom is cheaper: Colorado Rapids or Columbus Crew?

Colorado Rapids and Columbus Crew are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Colorado Rapids vs Columbus Crew gap exist?

Columbus Crew typically needs 2 services versus 2 for Colorado Rapids, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Colorado Rapids vs Columbus Crew

Which fandom costs more to stream?

MLS

Colorado Rapids

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

Cheaper

MLS

Columbus Crew

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Columbus Crew usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for Colorado Rapids. That is often the first sign the pricier fandom has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Colorado Rapids ranks #7 in MLS and sits right at the league average. Columbus Crew ranks #8 in MLS and sits right at the league average.

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Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: DENVER for Colorado Rapids and COLUMBUS, OH for Columbus Crew.
The gap reflects both monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
Use the calculator if you follow both teams or live outside either home market.