Imagine telling your younger self that one day, there would be a magical app where you could access everything from Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel, and National Geographic, all in one place, for a relatively low monthly fee. That's exactly what Disney+ offers, thanks to Disney's vast array of owned companies. As one of the leading streaming platforms, Disney+ provides a rich collection of classics and original programming featuring some of the most beloved characters and stories in entertainment history. However, with the multitude of streaming services available today, deciding which ones to subscribe to can be challenging, regardless of their impressive offerings.
If you're considering signing up for Disney+ for the first time or returning to its extensive library, this guide will help you navigate the current Disney+ subscription plans, bundles, and more as of March 2025.
Disney+ does not currently offer a free trial for new subscribers. However, many other streaming services do provide free trials, which you might want to explore.
All Disney+ plans saw a price increase on October 17, 2024. Below are the updated details reflecting these changes:
This is the most affordable Disney+ option, perfect for those who don't mind ads and don't need to download content for offline viewing. If you travel frequently or have kids and want to pre-load episodes of shows like Bluey or Spidey and His Amazing Friends on a tablet, consider upgrading to the premium plan.
It's worth noting that while Disney+ Basic offers over 300 titles in 4K UHD and HDR, it does not include Dolby Atmos, a feature available with Disney+ Premium.
This is the top tier of Disney+ subscription, offering all the benefits of Disney+ Basic but without ads and with the added ability to download as much content as you want on up to 10 devices.
A significant advantage of upgrading to Disney+ Premium is access to Dolby Atmos, a leading surround sound technology. Dolby Atmos provides an immersive audio experience, with sound placed precisely around your space, enhancing your engagement with your favorite stories.
This bundle is ideal for those wanting to enjoy content from both Disney+ and Hulu but are okay with ads and don't need offline downloads. There's a current promotion offering the first four months for just $2.99 per month, ending on March 30.
Get both services for $2.99 a month for the first four months.
This bundle is for viewers who want the full benefits of Disney+ Premium, including unlimited downloads and Dolby Atmos, along with Hulu's ad-free library.
If you're interested in adding ESPN+ to your Hulu and Disney+ subscription, this bundle is for you. ESPN+ offers live sports streaming, UFC PPV events, on-demand content including the entire 30 for 30 library, and exclusive fantasy sports tools and premium articles.
This legacy plan is no longer available for new subscribers but existing subscribers can keep it as long as they do not cancel or change it.
If you're already subscribed to Disney+, Hulu, and/or ESPN+ and want to take advantage of bundle pricing, follow these steps:
Yes, you can purchase Disney+ and/or ESPN+ alongside Hulu + Live TV directly from Hulu.
Disney+ supports a wide range of devices, including:
For more insights, check out our review of Disney+, where we noted, "For what is essentially a streaming service dedicated to the output and archives of a single company – albeit a company that now commands a vast swath of the entertainment landscape – Disney+ is doing a good job at widening its scope with documentaries, programming from its other banners, and, interestingly, concert films."