The largest library you can watch for free.
Super hot exclusive product.
Lots of original content coming soon.
Additional services such as sports, live news and Spanish-language programming are available at no additional cost.
No 4K or HDR streaming.
Offline viewing is locked for Premium Plus plan.
There isn't much original content available right now.
plan
- Premium (no ads): $5.99 per month or $59.99 per year.
- Premium Plus (no ads): $11.99/month or $119.99/year.
add-ons
not any
How many shows can you watch at one time?
3
Where does it work?
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Android TV, Apple TV, Roku devices, Chromecast, LG smart TVs, PlayStation 4, Vizio TVs, Xbox One, cable provider set-top boxes
Before signing up, check Peacock's official compatibility list to make sure your specific device is supported.
What is takeaway?
Peacock is relatively new to the world of streaming services, but NBC's service is aggressively pursuing exclusive content, making it the only place to watch many popular titles like Law & Order (and Criminal Intent ), Harry... Potter" movies, "The Office" and even CBS's "King of Queens," which is not available on CBS streaming service Paramount+ and hasn't been available to stream before.
While Peacock's original content is pretty dry right now, the service has announced a slew of content in the works, such as Tina Fey's comedy series Girls5Eva . Luxury features like 4K and HDR streaming are also not included at launch, but may be available at a later date.
02/08
Streaming shows currently airing.
Large catalog of TV shows and anime.
Tons of add-ons like HBO, Showtime, Starz and more.
Cost effective bundle.
It has fewer critically acclaimed original shows than Netflix.
HDR is not supported.
Limited offline viewing.
plan
The ad-supported option is free for 30 days, then $7.99 per month. Ad-free Hulu is free for 30 days, then $17.99 per month.
You can also choose Hulu in a bundle, with or without the live TV option. Here are the details of the different options and their monthly prices:
| gourd | Disney+ | ESPN+ | live TV broadcast | No ads | price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hulu (with ads) | ◯ | $7.99 | ||||
| Basic version for two people | ◯ | ◯ | $9.99 | |||
| Hulu (no ads) | ◯ | ◯ | $17.99 | |||
| Trio Basics | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $14.99 | ||
| Premium version for two persons | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $19.99 | ||
| Trio Premium | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $24.99 | |
| Hulu vs. Live TV (Basic) | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $76.99 | |
| Hulu vs. Live TV (Premium) | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $89.99 |
add-ons
Showtime, Max, Cinemax, Starz, Entertainment (additional news and lifestyle programming), Español (access to Spanish-language content), Unlimited Screens
If you signed up for Max through Hulu, a tab will appear on your Hulu account and you can search for HBO content on Hulu. However, you can't stream all Max content, such as Friends, through Hulu, you have to log in with your Hulu account on Max.
How many shows can you watch at one time?
Both plans support up to two screens.
Where does it work?
Android Phones, Tablets & TVs, Apple TV, Chromecast, Echo Show, Fire Tablets, TVs & Sticks, iOS Devices, LG TVs, Switch, macOS, Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Roku, Roku Stick, Samsung TVs, Vizio SmartCast TV, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xfinity Flex Streaming TV Box, and Xfinity X1 TV Box.
Check Hulu's official compatibility list to make sure your device is supported.
What is takeaway?
Hulu succeeds where it matters most: offering a comprehensive library of new and old shows that people actually want to watch. Many shows that left Netflix, like Archer , It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia , or Family Guy, ended up on Hulu. This is in addition to Hulu's comprehensive selection of currently airing shows, which is often a better way to watch than cable TV because Hulu has ad-free plans.
Hulu also has its own lineup of original content, with all its subscribers having access to HD and Ultra HD content (where available) as well as limited content available for download on supported devices.
03/08
Critically acclaimed original shows in a variety of genres, often airing for multiple seasons.
Huge TV and movie collection.
Download supported shows and movies for offline viewing.
4K HDR support for Netflix originals.
There is an increasing focus on producing original content at the expense of maintaining a back catalog of shows people want to watch.
There is currently no broadcast TV support.
There are no optional packages/add-ons.
Stop free trial.
plan
- Standard Ads : 1080p, two devices – $6.99/mo
- Standard : 1080p, two devices, no ads – $15.49/mo
- Premium : 4K and HDR, four devices, no ads – $22.99/mo
add-ons
not any
How many shows can you watch at one time?
Basics: 1. Standard: 2. Advanced: 4.
Where does it work?
Streaming media players, smart TVs, game consoles, set-top boxes, Blu-ray players, smartphones, tablets and computers. Each model supports multiple models, but be sure to check Netflix's compatibility list.
What is takeaway?
Netflix is unrivaled in the quantity and quality of original content online. Even better are luxury features like 4K HDR streaming, and most Netflix originals can be watched offline.
Unfortunately, all the money Netflix pours into original programming comes at the expense of the size and popularity of its larger library. Over the years, many shows have left Netflix and reappeared on other sites. Popular shows such as "Friends" or "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" have been removed from the site, and the site's previous most popular show "The Office " also left Peacock in January 2021.
04/08
The best way to watch Disney content online.
Exciting, big-budget original productions based on Disney properties.
Cheap, even cheaper if bundled.
The screen is spacious and supports 4K HDR streaming.
Profits aside, there's little need to separate Disney's streaming services Hulu and Disney+.
The content library is limited compared to more comprehensive services like Netflix and Hulu.
In addition to a Disney+ subscription, it will try to sell you movies like Mulan for $30.
Stop free trial.
plan
Monthly: $7.99 with ads, $13.99 without ads.
Hulu and Disney+ form a "Duo" bundle priced at $9.99 per month (with ads) or $19.99 per month (without ads). Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ offer "Trio" bundles for $14.99 per month with ads or $24.99 per month without ads.
add-ons
not any
How many shows can you watch at one time?
Fourth, however, you can download movies and TV shows for offline viewing on up to ten mobile devices.
Where does it work?
macOS, Windows, Android phones and tablets, Apple iPhone and iPad, Amazon Fire tablets, Android TVs, LG Smart TVs, Samsung Tizen Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromebooks, Chromecast, Roku, PlayStation 4, Xbox One , Vizio Smart Broadcast TV
Before signing up, it's a good idea to check Disney+'s official compatibility list.
What is takeaway?
If you're a fan of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, or Lucasfilm, Disney+ is the exclusive home for this content. R-rated movies and some original content (such as Marvel's Runaways ) are still available to watch on Hulu. Disney+ also includes content from National Geographic as well as a wealth of original content, such as the popular The Mandalorian .
While splitting up streaming services may not be the most cost-effective move for consumers, Disney+ is an excellent value as a streaming service. It costs less than most rivals, gives you exclusive access to some of the most popular shows and movies, and it's incredibly spacious with room for up to four screens. It also features offline viewing and allows unlimited downloads on up to ten mobile devices.
05/08
Impressive catalog of classics, legal and crime dramas and original content.
Includes additional content such as sports and news programming.
Watch CBS shows currently playing.
Exclusive streaming access to new Paramount movies.
Compared to larger services like Netflix or Hulu, the library is small.
Offline viewing is only available on the commercial free plan.
plan
Paramount+ Essential plan : $5.99 per month ($59.99 per year), includes limited ads.
Paramount+ with Showtime Plan : $11.99 per month ($119.99 per year), ad-free (but note that live TV still includes network ads). Try any plan for free for 7 days.
add-ons
Showtime (monthly subscription only)
How many shows can you watch at one time?
3
Where does it work?
Apple TV, Chromecast, iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, LG, Samsung, Vizio, Xfinity, computer with Chrome or Firefox web browser
What is takeaway?
Paramount+ is different from many other products on this list because it doesn't have an exhaustive channel list. Instead, Paramount+ focuses on products from CBS and CBSN as well as CBS Sports HQ and ET Live. The library is bigger than you think, though, and includes Star Trek: Discovery and other popular shows.
Paramount+ has deep ties to CBS and is home to a number of crime and legal dramas, with options ranging from NCIS to Criminal Minds. One of the most popular legal dramas of all time , The Good Wife It is the original spin-off series "The Good Fight " Watch only on Paramount+.
Paramount+ builds on its predecessor, CBS All Access, by adding exclusive streaming content from Nickelodeon, BET, Comedy Central, MTV and the Smithsonian Channel. You can also watch hundreds of Paramount movies as well as live sports, originals and reboots.
06/08
Hands down the best place to stream anime.
Featured Asian TV series.
No need to pay to watch ads.
Outdated, clunky interface.
Expensive for a relatively small niche library.
The highest quality offered is 1080p.
plan
All Crunchyroll plans come with a 14-day free trial, but after that you have three options.
- Fans : No ads, one device – $7.99 per month
- Super Fans : No ads, four devices, Game Vault, $15 store discount – $9.99 per month
- Ultimate Fan : No ads, six devices, Game Vault, $25 store discount - $14.99 per month.
Crunchyroll doesn't have a "free" tier, but just by accessing the service you can watch anime and Asian TV series for free with ads. You can also choose to pay every three months or every 12 months, which can lower your monthly costs quite a bit, depending on the plan and billing cycle you choose.
add-ons
not any
How many shows can you watch at one time?
Fans: 1. Super fans: 4. Ultimate fans: 6.
Where does it work?
iOS, Android, Windows Phone, PlayStation 4, Wii U, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, Xbox 360, Chromecast, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV
Check Crunchyroll's official compatibility page to make sure your personal device is supported.
What is takeaway?
Both Netflix and Hulu continue to invest in their anime selections, making them more attractive every year. However, Crunchyroll remains the undisputed king when it comes to streaming anime. You can watch a variety of currently airing anime (with episodes released four hours after they aired in Japan) as well as the anime's back catalog. Crunchyroll's subtitles, while often not the best in the genre, are always serviceable and never disappoint.
07/08
Over 65 channels including sports and news.
Hulu's entire content library, including back catalog, currently airing shows, and original content.
Record your live TV shows with the included 50 hours of cloud DVR storage.
Customize your experience by purchasing add-ons.
The number of channels is smaller than competitors such as FuboTV.
The DVR is worse than competitors like YouTube TV.
There are gaps in the channel list, such as AMC, Comedy Central, or some sports channels.
plan
Hulu offers a variety of options besides with or without ads. You can also buy it bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+, and it also offers live TV options. The chart below summarizes them and their monthly costs.
| gourd | Disney+ | ESPN+ | live TV broadcast | No ads | price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hulu (with ads) | ◯ | $7.99 | ||||
| Basic version for two people | ◯ | ◯ | $9.99 | |||
| Hulu (no ads) | ◯ | ◯ | $17.99 | |||
| Trio Basics | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $14.99 | ||
| Premium version for two persons | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $19.99 | ||
| Trio Premium | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $24.99 | |
| Hulu vs. Live TV (Basic) | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $76.99 | |
| Hulu vs. Live TV (Premium) | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ | $89.99 |
add-ons
Showtime, Max, Cinemax, Starz, Entertainment (additional news and lifestyle programming), Español (access to Spanish-language content), Unlimited Screens
If you signed up for Max through Hulu, a tab will appear on your Hulu account and you can search for HBO content on Hulu. However, you can't stream all Max content, such as Friends, through Hulu, you have to log in with your Hulu account on Max.
How many shows can you watch at one time?
Both plans support up to two screens.
Where does it work?
Android Phones, Tablets & TVs, Apple TV, Chromecast, Echo Show, Fire Tablets, TVs & Sticks, iOS Devices, LG TVs, Switch, macOS, Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Roku, Roku Stick, Samsung TVs, Vizio SmartCast TV, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xfinity Flex Streaming TV Box, and Xfinity X1 TV Box.
Check Hulu's official compatibility list to make sure your device is supported.
What is takeaway?
Consider that Hulu + Live TV costs less than competitors like YouTube TV or FuboTV; its channel lineup is larger than the similarly priced DirecTV Stream service, which is serviceable if not spectacular; and the sheer size you get from Hulu itself Content library, there's nothing more valuable for all-around TV fans.
08/08
The cheapest streaming service around.
Regularly publishes original content from A-list celebrities.
Minimal library.
Offline viewing is locked on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Mac.
plan
There's a 7-day free trial, then $9.99 per month, but if you buy an Apple device, Apple may give you a few months of Apple TV+ for free. It also comes bundled with an Apple One subscription.
add-ons
not any
How many shows can you watch at one time?
6
Where does it work?
Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, Vizio Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV devices (such as Nvidia Shield)
Apple has a helpful guide on where to watch Apple TV+, so be sure to verify you have a supported device.
What is takeaway?
On the surface, AppleTV+ is a phenomenal deal: For just $10 a month, you get regular new content from people you know, support for up to six screens, offline viewing on Apple devices, and even Watch 4K HDR movies and TV show streams. Some of Apple's original content is quite popular, like "Ted Russo , " "The Morning Show" or "Mythic: Raven's Banquet," but the service isn't as big as "House of Cards" or "The Handmaid's Tale" yet. popular.
