Disney+ has three subscription tiers, and the price you pay depends on whether you want ads and how you pay

Disney+ offers three plans: a basic tier with ads, a standard tier without ads, and a premium tier with the highest video quality. As of 2024, the ad-supported plan costs around $7.99 per month, the standard plan around $13.99 per month, and the premium plan around $19.99 per month. These prices can change, and Disney has raised them multiple times since the service launched. The exact cost also depends on whether you pay monthly or commit to an annual plan — annual payment usually costs less per month than paying month-to-month.

You can also bundle Disney+ with Hulu and ESPN+ at a lower combined price than buying each separately. The bundle pricing varies depending on which tiers you choose for each service. For example, a bundle with ads on all three services costs less than a bundle where all three are ad-free. Some people find the bundle saves them money if they want access to all three platforms.

Key Takeaways

  • Disney+ has three tiers: ad-supported, standard without ads, and premium with the best picture quality, each at a different monthly price.
  • Paying annually instead of monthly usually lowers your per-month cost, though you pay the full year upfront.
  • Bundling Disney+ with Hulu and ESPN+ can cost less than paying for each service separately, but the savings depend on which ad tier you choose for each.
  • Disney has raised prices multiple times, so the cost you see today may not be the cost next year.
  • Your subscription covers one household, and Disney limits how many people can stream at the same time depending on which tier you choose.

What each tier includes and who can watch at once

The ad-supported tier includes access to all Disney+ content but shows ads during shows and movies. You can stream on up to two devices at the same time. The standard tier removes ads and allows streaming on up to four devices at once. The premium tier also has no ads and adds the highest video quality available — 4K resolution on compatible devices — plus the ability to download content to watch offline.

All three tiers cover one household. If people outside your household want to watch, Disney requires you to add them as paid extra members, though the cost and rules for this feature have changed. Check Disney's current policy on your account page, because the rules around household sharing have shifted and may shift again.

Annual versus monthly payment

Disney offers both month-to-month and annual payment options for each tier. If you pay annually, you commit to 12 months upfront but usually pay less per month than if you paid monthly. The difference is most noticeable on the higher tiers — the annual premium plan might cost around $200 for the year, while paying monthly would cost around $240 over 12 months.

The trade-off is that you lose flexibility. If you cancel a monthly plan, you stop paying immediately. If you cancel an annual plan, you typically cannot get a refund for the unused months, though Disney's refund policy can vary. Before you commit to annual payment, make sure you plan to keep the subscription for the full year.

Bundle pricing and when it saves money

Disney offers bundles that combine Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ at a single price. A bundle with ads on all three services costs less than buying each service separately at its ad-supported tier. A bundle with no ads on any of the three costs less than buying each ad-free plan separately. You can also mix — for example, get Disney+ and Hulu without ads but ESPN+ with ads.

The bundle makes sense if you want to watch content on all three platforms. If you only want Disney+, the bundle does not save you money compared to buying Disney+ alone. Compare the bundle price to the cost of each service separately before you decide, because the math changes depending on which tiers you choose.

Price increases and how to track them

Disney has raised subscription prices several times since Disney+ launched in 2019. The company typically announces price changes in advance and gives existing subscribers a grace period before the new price takes effect. You will usually see a notification in your account or receive an email before your next billing date.

If you are on a monthly plan and the price increases, you can cancel before the new price takes effect. If you are on an annual plan, the new price applies when your current year ends. There is no way to lock in a price permanently, so expect that what you pay today may not be what you pay in a year or two.

How to check your current plan and cost

Log into your Disney+ account and go to Account Settings. Under Subscription, you will see your current plan, your monthly or annual cost, and your next billing date. You can also see any bundle you are enrolled in and switch between plans from this page. Changes to your plan usually take effect immediately if you upgrade, or at the end of your current billing cycle if you downgrade.

If you share your account with family members or use a family plan, only the account holder can see the full billing information. Other household members can see that they are part of a subscription but cannot change the plan or payment method.

What happens if you cancel and want to rejoin

If you cancel your subscription, you lose access to Disney+ immediately. You can rejoin at any time by logging back in and selecting a plan. When you rejoin, you pay the current price for that tier, not the price you paid before. Your watch history and saved content usually remain tied to your account if you rejoin within a reasonable time, though Disney does not may provide this.

Some people cancel and rejoin seasonally — for example, canceling after watching new releases and rejoining a few months later when new content arrives. This works, but you will pay the current price each time you rejoin, which may be higher than what you paid before.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I share my Disney+ password with people outside my household?

Disney's terms of service say subscriptions are for one household only. The company has cracked down on password sharing and may ask you to verify your location or add extra members as paid accounts. Sharing with people outside your household technically violates the terms, though enforcement varies.

Do I have to pay for Disney+ if I have a Verizon or other phone plan?

Some phone plans and other services include free or discounted Disney+ as a perk. Check your plan details or contact your provider to see if Disney+ is included. If it is, you may still need to activate it through a special link or code, and the offer may expire after a set period.

What is the difference between Disney+ and Disney+ Premium?

Disney+ Premium is the highest tier available. It includes no ads, 4K video quality, and the ability to download content. The other tiers are ad-supported or standard without ads but with lower video quality. Premium costs more but gives you the best picture and no interruptions.

Can I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?

Disney does not refund unused portions of a monthly subscription. If you cancel on the 15th of the month, you keep access until the end of that month but do not get money back for the days you do not use. Annual plans also do not refund unused months if you cancel early.

Does Disney+ cost the same in every country?

No. Disney+ pricing varies by country and is listed in local currency. If you travel or move, the price may change. Subscriptions are tied to the country where you set up your account, and Disney may restrict access if you are outside that region for extended periods.