Streaming Cost Comparison
Seattle Sounders FC vs San Jose Earthquakes
Which team costs more to watch?
MLS
Seattle Sounders FC
$13
/mo
2 services · $129/yr
Cheaper
MLS
San Jose Earthquakes
$13
/mo
2 services · $129/yr
It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.
Why the gap exists
Setup complexity
San Jose Earthquakes usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for Seattle Sounders FC. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.
League context
Seattle Sounders FC ranks #26 in MLS and sits right at the league average. San Jose Earthquakes ranks #25 in MLS and sits right at the league average.
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How we checked the math
Last reviewed
- Both baselines use each team's home market: SEATTLE - TACOMA for Seattle Sounders FC and SAN FRANCISCO - OAK - SAN JOSE for San Jose Earthquakes.
- The gap reflects 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.