By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified May 21 by Billy G.
Disney+vsMax
Worth-It Score: 73/100WAITDisney+ scores well, but current pricing sits above our fair-price band. Wait for a price drop before pulling the trigger.
Verdict: Disney+ wins for families due to its unmatched Marvel and Star Wars depth plus bundle savings, while Max leads for prestige TV fans with superior HBO originals like The Last of Us (per CNET and Rotten Tomatoes aggregates). Disney+ has broader kid appeal and 20% more titles in fantasy genres. Max provides stronger recent Warner Bros theatrical access but trails in overall volume.
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Winner: Disney+
Disney+: 8/10
Max: 7.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
Disney+
Max
monthly_price
$7.99 (with ads)
$9.99 (with ads)
content_focus
Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic
HBO originals, Warner Bros films, DC Universe
ad_supported
Yes (lower tier)
Yes (lower tier)
4k_support
Yes
Yes
Disney+
What works
Extensive family-friendly library with 100+ Marvel and Star Wars titles
Strong original content including Andor and The Mandalorian
Bundling options with Hulu and ESPN+ for $16.99/month
What doesn't
Fewer adult-oriented dramas compared to competitors
Recent price increases on ad-free tier to $13.99
Max
What works
Premium HBO catalog with Succession, The Last of Us, and House of the Dragon
Extensive Warner Bros movie library including recent theatrical releases
Strong adult drama and documentary selection
What doesn't
Smaller overall library size than Disney+
Fewer kid-friendly options outside of select animated titles
Bottom line
Our pick: Disney+. It edges out the alternative on extensive family-friendly library with 100+ marvel and star wars titles. That said, Max still wins on premium hbo catalog with succession, the last of us, and house of the dragon — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.