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Disney+ vs ESPN+

Disney+ logo

Disney+

Media & Entertainment

Stream Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and more

From
$7.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
ESPN+ logo

ESPN+

Media & Entertainment

Stream live sports, original shows, and exclusive content

From
$10.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Disney+ streaming is limited to up to 4 screens simultaneously on compatible devices; ESPN+ the App Store listing states the ESPN app offers two paid tiers, ESPN Select which includes ESPN+ only, and ESPN Unlimited which includes all ESPN networks and services including ESPN+, without stating the price of either in the visible description.
  • They diverge on capability: Disney+ covers Streaming, ESPN+ covers Live sports.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Disney+ and ESPN+ actually diverge.

Attributes where Disney+ and ESPN+ differ
AttributeDisney+ESPN+
Starting price$7.99/month$10.99/month
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consolesWeb, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Roku, Fire-tv
Founded20192018

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Media & Entertainment).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Disney+

  • Streaming
  • Downloads
  • Profiles
  • GroupWatch
  • IMAX Enhanced
  • Gaming consoles
  • Mobile devices
  • Profile PINs

Only in ESPN+

  • Live sports
  • Original shows
  • Exclusive content
  • Replays
  • Analysis
  • Streaming devices
  • Account security
  • Roku support

Both cover

  • Smart TVs
  • Parental controls
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Smart-tv support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Disney+

  • Family entertainmentnot ESPN+
  • Movie streamingnot ESPN+
  • Kids contentnot ESPN+

ESPN+

  • Sports streamingnot Disney+
  • Live event watchingnot Disney+

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Disney+

  • Streaming is limited to up to 4 screens simultaneously on compatible devices

ESPN+

  • The App Store listing states the ESPN app offers two paid tiers, ESPN Select which includes ESPN+ only, and ESPN Unlimited which includes all ESPN networks and services including ESPN+, without stating the price of either in the visible description.

Pricing, plan by plan

Disney+

$7.99/month
  • Disney+ Basic$7.99/month
    • Full HD
    • Ad-supported
    • 2 devices
  • Disney+ Premium$13.99/month
    • 4K UHD
    • HDR
    • Ad-free

ESPN+

$10.99/month
  • ESPN+$10.99/month
    • Live sports
    • Exclusive content
    • Original shows
  • Bundle$13.99/month
    • ESPN+
    • Disney+
    • Hulu

Which should you pick?

Choose Disney+ if

  • You need streaming.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles.
  • You also want downloads.
Disney+ review

Choose ESPN+ if

  • You need live sports.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Roku, Fire-tv.
  • You also want original shows.
ESPN+ review

Questions people ask

Is Disney+ or ESPN+ better?
Neither clearly leads. Disney+ starts at $7.99/month and ESPN+ at $10.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Disney+ or ESPN+?
Disney+ starts at $7.99/month and ESPN+ at $10.99/month.
Does Disney+ or ESPN+ run on more platforms?
Disney+ runs on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles. ESPN+ runs on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Roku, Fire-tv.
What is Disney+ best used for?
Disney+ is most often used for family entertainment, movie streaming, kids content. Of those, family entertainment and movie streaming are not what ESPN+ is typically brought in for.
What can Disney+ do that ESPN+ cannot?
Disney+ covers Streaming, Downloads, Profiles, GroupWatch. ESPN+ covers Live sports, Original shows, Exclusive content, Replays. Both handle Smart TVs, Parental controls, Web support, Ios support.
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