Disney+ vs Hulu
Hulu
Worth-It Score: 73/100
WAIT
Disney+ scores well, but current pricing sits above our fair-price band. Wait for a price drop before pulling the trigger.
Verified
Confidence: 80%
Verdict: Disney+ wins on premium franchise depth and family features with 9/10 quality scores from RTINGS and CNET, while Hulu leads in current TV access and value at the same $7.99 ad tier. Hulu trails by one point overall due to narrower exclusives but remains stronger for broadcast viewers.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: Disney+
Disney+: 8/10
Hulu: 7.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Disney+ | Hulu | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | $7.99 with ads | $7.99 with ads |
| Library Size | Over 100,000 episodes and movies | Over 85,000 episodes and movies |
| Ad Tier Available | Yes | Yes |
| Exclusive Content | Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar originals | Current-season network TV and FX originals |
Disney+
What works
- Strong family and franchise content including The Mandalorian
- Seamless integration with Hulu and ESPN+ in bundles
- High production quality on originals
What doesn't
- Limited current-season TV shows compared to competitors
- Ad-free tier costs $13.99 monthly
Hulu
What works
- Extensive selection of current broadcast shows
- Strong lineup of adult-oriented and comedy content
- Lower cost for ad-supported plan with live TV add-on option
What doesn't
- Fewer premium franchise films than Disney+
- Interface can feel cluttered with ads
Bottom line
Our pick: Disney+. It edges out the alternative on strong family and franchise content including the mandalorian. That said, Hulu still wins on extensive selection of current broadcast shows — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.
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