Hulu vs Netflix
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.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: Netflix
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Hulu | Netflix | |
|---|---|---|
| Ad-supported tier | $7.99/mo | $7.99/mo |
| No-ads tier | $17.99/mo | $15.49/mo |
| Current broadcast TV | Yes (next-day) | No |
| Live TV add-on | Yes ($82.99/mo) | No |
| Max video quality | 1080p (streaming-only) | 4K HDR (Premium) |
| Disney Bundle | Yes (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.
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