Hulu vs Netflix

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified May 18 by Billy G.

Hulu
Netflix
Netflix
Verified Confidence: 89%

Verdict: Hulu wins if you care about current broadcast TV or want a live TV add-on. Netflix wins for pure catalog depth and original content volume.

Winner: Netflix

Hulu: 7.5/10

Netflix: 7.6/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

HuluNetflix
Ad-supported tier$7.99/mo$7.99/mo
No-ads tier$17.99/mo$15.49/mo
Current broadcast TVYes (next-day)No
Live TV add-onYes ($82.99/mo)No
Max video quality1080p (streaming-only)4K HDR (Premium)
Disney BundleYes (with Disney+/ESPN+)No

Hulu

What works

  • Next-day episodes from ABC, NBC, Fox, FX
  • Strong original series (The Bear, Only Murders)
  • Live TV add-on available ($82.99/mo)

What doesn't

  • No-ads plan still excludes some content due to licensing
  • Interface is less polished than Netflix
  • Ad-supported plan has more aggressive ads than Netflix

Netflix

What works

  • Largest single streaming catalog by volume
  • Best-in-class recommendation algorithm
  • No licensing gaps on its no-ads plan

What doesn't

  • No current TV or next-day broadcast access
  • No live TV option at any price
  • Premium plan at $22.99/mo is expensive

Bottom line

Our pick: Netflix. It edges out the alternative on largest single streaming catalog by volume. That said, Hulu still wins on next-day episodes from abc, nbc, fox, fx — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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