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Hulu vs Amazon Prime Video 2026 | Full Comparison
Amazon Prime Video offers a larger content library (15,000+ titles vs 10,000+) and lower standalone pricing ($14.99/month vs $7.99 with ads), while Hulu provides same-day TV episode access and superior original programming across drama and comedy genres.
Hulu
Disney-owned streaming service with next-day TV episodes and Emmy-winning originals.
Cord-cutters wanting current TV access, drama/comedy fans, families using Disney Bundle, and those needing live TV options.
Score71%
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AP
Amazon Prime Video
Amazon-owned streaming service integrated with Prime membership offering 15,000+ titles and free shipping.
Amazon shoppers wanting Prime benefits, viewers preferring movies and international content, and those seeking the broadest entertainment library.
Score71%
Quick Answer
AI SummaryAmazon Prime Video offers a larger content library (15,000+ titles vs 10,000+) and lower standalone pricing ($14.99/month vs $7.99 with ads), while Hulu provides same-day TV episode access and superior original programming across drama and comedy genres.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose Hulu if you want current TV episodes, superior drama/comedy originals, and Disney Bundle integration at the lowest bundle price. Choose Amazon Prime Video if you need the largest content library, value fast shipping benefits, and prefer a broader entertainment ecosystem with movies and international content.
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Hulu
8.8/10
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6.3/10
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Content Library Size:✓ Amazon Prime Video wins(15,000+ titles vs 10,000+ titles)
- Ad-Free Monthly Cost:✓ Hulu wins($7.99 vs $14.99)
- Current TV Episodes Available:✓ Hulu wins(Next day (Disney shows same-day) vs 3-8 days after air)
Key Facts & Figures
103 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Hulu | Amazon Prime Video | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subscribers | 50M+ | — | — |
| Content Budget(USD/year) | $2.5 Billion | — | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $17.99 | — | — |
| Recommended Bundle Price (All Services, No Ads)(USD per month) | $44.99 (with ESPN Unlimited) | — | — |
| Simultaneous Stream Devices(devices) | 2-4 devices | — | — |
| Watch Party Maximum Participants(people) | 8 participants (Watch Party) | — | — |
| App Merger Timeline(year) | Early 2026 | — | — |
| Base Subscription Price (Ad-Supported)(USD per month) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Premium Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD per month) | $14.99 | — | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $14.99 | — | — |
| Original Series Count(active) | 60+ | — | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 7 days | — | — |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | 20,000+ | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams(count) | 4 simultaneous | — | — |
| Theatrical Release Window(months) | 120 days standard | — | — |
| Base Subscription Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Premium Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month) | $14.99 | — | — |
| Live TV Channels Included(channels) | 75+ | — | — |
| 2026 Emmy-Contending Series(count) | Tell Me Lies (7.2 rating) | — | — |
| Content Library Size (Estimated)(titles) | 15,000+ | — | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 50+ million | — | — |
| Content Library Size(titles) | 4,000+ titles | — | — |
| Basic Plan Price(USD/month) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month) | $14.99 | — | — |
| Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations) | 120+ nominations | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) | 2 screens | — | — |
| User Satisfaction Score(%) | 76% | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $5.99 | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 55+ million | — | — |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 75+ channels | — | — |
| Standalone Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $11.99/month | — | — |
| Standalone Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $19.99/month | — | — |
| Bundle Price (Disney+/Hulu/ESPN+)(USD) | $19.99/month (included) | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Base Tier)(USD) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Premium/Ad-Free Tier)(USD) | $14.99 | — | — |
| Live TV Base Plan Cost(USD/month) | $46-$65 | — | — |
| Live TV Channels (Standard Plan)(channels) | 75+ | — | — |
| On-Demand Content Library Size(titles) | 10,000+ | — | — |
| User Profiles Per Account(profiles) | 6 | — | — |
| Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD) | $14.99 | $22.99 | |
| Maximum User Profiles(profiles) | 6 | 6 | |
| TV Episode Next-Day Availability(hours after air) | Same-day/next-day (typically 8-24 hours) | Delayed (3-7+ days, varies by show) | — |
| Hulu + Live TV / All-In Bundle Cost(USD/month) | $119.99 (with ads, includes Disney+ & ESPN+) | No live TV option available | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | ~10,000+ | 4,700+ | |
| Annual Content Budget(USD billions) | $2.7B | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations) | 32 nominations | — | — |
| Original Series Produced Annually(series) | 95+ | — | — |
| Live TV Channels (with Live Bundle)(channels) | 90+ | — | — |
| Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows) | 95% | — | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams) | 4 (Premium plan) | 4 (Premium plan) | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $7.99 | $14.99 | |
| Live TV Channels (with Live TV Plan)(count) | 90+ channels | — | — |
| Original Series (2024-2025)(series) | 38+ | — | — |
| 4K/HDR Content Available(percentage) | 72% of library | — | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 30 days (varies by plan) | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Original Series Library(series) | 450+ | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 2 | — | — |
| Average Monthly Ad Load (Ad-Supported)(minutes per hour) | 4-6 minutes | — | — |
| Current-Season TV Episodes Access(days after air date) | Next-day (24 hours) | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) | $7.99 | $14.99 | |
| Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $14.99 | — | — |
| Total Content Library(titles) | 8,500+ | — | — |
| Original Series Released Annually(series) | 85+ | — | — |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 57 million | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(concurrent streams) | 2 screens | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Base Price(USD/month) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month) | $24.99 | — | — |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 85+ | — | — |
| Total Title Library(titles) | ~2,500 titles | — | — |
| Original Series Per Year(series) | 25+ diverse originals | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Base Plan with Ads)(USD) | $7.99 | — | — |
| On-Demand Content Library(titles) | 10,000+ | — | — |
| Cloud DVR Storage Capacity(hours) | 50 hours | — | — |
| Free Trial Length(days) | 7 days | — | — |
| Premium Plan Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $14.99 | — | — |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 10,000+ | 15,000+ | |
| Movie Library Size(films) | 4,000 | 7,000+ | |
| Disney Bundle Cost(USD/month) | $14.99 (with Disney+, ESPN+) | N/A (separate subscription) | — |
| TV Episode Release Schedule(days) | Same-day or next-day | 3-8 days | |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 16 | 12 | |
| Monthly Subscription Price(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | ~18,000+ titles | ~18,000+ titles | |
| Free Trial Offered(days) | 30-day free trial | 30-day free trial | |
| Annual Subscription Option(USD) | $139/year | $139/year | |
| Monthly Price (With Ads)(USD) | $6.99 | $6.99 | |
| Original Series/Year 2025(titles) | 60+ releases | 60+ releases | |
| Lowest Monthly Price(USD) | $8.99 | $8.99 | |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month) | $14.99 (Ultra, 2026) | $14.99 (Ultra, 2026) | |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams) | 5 (Ultra, 2026) | 5 (Ultra, 2026) | |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Original Series Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations) | 26 | 26 | |
| 4K HDR Titles Available(titles) | 600+ | 600+ | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices) | 3 | 3 | |
| Total Movie & Show Library(titles) | ~17,000 titles | ~17,000 titles | |
| Original Series Count(series) | 250+ originals | 250+ originals | |
| 4K/HDR Content Titles(titles) | ~500 titles | ~500 titles | |
| Countries Available(countries) | 240+ countries | 240+ countries | |
| Lowest Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD) | $6.99/month (Prime Video with ads) | $6.99/month (Prime Video with ads) | |
| User Satisfaction Rating(out of 5) | 3.9/5 | 3.9/5 |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
Hulu leads2 ties
AP
2Amazon Prime VideoHulu
Attribute
Amazon Prime Video
- 10,000+ titlesContent Library Size15,000+ titles(winner)
- $7.99(winner)Ad-Free Monthly Cost$14.99
- Next day (Disney shows same-day)(winner)Current TV Episodes Available3-8 days after air
- 16 awards(winner)Original Emmy Awards Won (2024)12 awards
- $14.99/monthBundled Subscription Cost (with Disney+)$14.98/month
- NoFree Shipping BenefitYes (with Prime membership)(winner)
- 2 streams (standard)Simultaneous Streams2-4 streams (depends on plan)
- Content Library Size
Hulu
10,000+ titles
Amazon Prime Video
15,000+ titles(winner)
- Ad-Free Monthly Cost
Hulu
$7.99(winner)
Amazon Prime Video
$14.99
- Current TV Episodes Available
Hulu
Next day (Disney shows same-day)(winner)
Amazon Prime Video
3-8 days after air
- Original Emmy Awards Won (2024)
Hulu
16 awards(winner)
Amazon Prime Video
12 awards
- Bundled Subscription Cost (with Disney+)
Hulu
$14.99/month
Amazon Prime Video
$14.98/month
- Free Shipping Benefit
Hulu
No
Amazon Prime Video
Yes (with Prime membership)(winner)
- Simultaneous Streams
Hulu
2 streams (standard)
Amazon Prime Video
2-4 streams (depends on plan)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Hulu | Amazon Prime Video |
|---|---|---|
| Subscribers | 50M+ | — |
| Content Budget(USD/year) | $2.5 Billion | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $17.99 | — |
| Bundle Inclusions | Disney+, ESPN+, FX content | — |
| Additional Membership Perks | Free shipping, Prime music, Prime photos, faster delivery | — |
| Included Membership Benefits | Prime Music, free shipping, photo storage, exclusive deals | — |
| Recommended Bundle Price (All Services, No Ads)(USD per month) | $44.99 (with ESPN Unlimited) | — |
| Base Subscription Price (Ad-Supported)(USD per month) | $7.99 | — |
| Premium Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD per month) | $14.99 | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $14.99 | — |
| Base Subscription Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month) | $7.99 | — |
Show 33 more attributesPremium Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month) $14.99 — Basic Plan Price(USD/month) $7.99 — Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month) $14.99 — Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) $5.99 — Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD) $11.99 — Standalone Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) $11.99/month — Standalone Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) $19.99/month — Bundle Price (Disney+/Hulu/ESPN+)(USD) $19.99/month (included) — Monthly Cost (Base Tier)(USD) $7.99 — Monthly Cost (Premium/Ad-Free Tier)(USD) $14.99 — Live TV Base Plan Cost(USD/month) $46-$65 — Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD) $14.99 $22.99 Hulu + Live TV / All-In Bundle Cost(USD/month) $119.99 (with ads, includes Disney+ & ESPN+) No live TV option available Monthly Subscription Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) $14.99 $14.99 Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) $7.99 $14.99 Free Trial Period(days) 30 days (varies by plan) — Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) $7.99 — Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) $14.99 $14.99 Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) $7.99 $14.99 Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) $14.99 — Ad-Supported Base Price(USD/month) $7.99 — Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month) $24.99 — Monthly Price (Base Plan with Ads)(USD) $7.99 — Premium Plan Price (Ad-Free)(USD) $14.99 — Disney Bundle Cost(USD/month) $14.99 (with Disney+, ESPN+) N/A (separate subscription) Monthly Subscription Price(USD) $14.99 — Free Trial Offered(days) 30-day free trial — Annual Subscription Option(USD) $139/year — Monthly Price (With Ads)(USD) $6.99 — Lowest Monthly Price(USD) $8.99 — Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month) $14.99 (Ultra, 2026) — Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD) $14.99 — Lowest Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD) $6.99/month (Prime Video with ads) — | ||
| Simultaneous Stream Devices(devices) | 2-4 devices | — |
| Live TV Access(availability) | Available with bundles | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 7 days | — |
| Live TV Option(available) | Yes (Hulu+Live TV) | — |
| Simultaneous Streams(count) | 4 simultaneous | — |
Show 22 more attributesMobile Download Feature(yes/no) Yes — Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) 2 screens — Live TV Channels(channels) 75+ channels — Bundle Options Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu — Watch Party Co-Viewing Feature Included (Hulu Watch Party) Not available Maximum User Profiles(profiles) 6 6 Live TV Option Available(yes/no) Yes (add-on: $14.99/mo) — Live TV Channels (with Live Bundle)(channels) 90+ — Offline Download Support Premium tier only — Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams) 4 (Premium plan) 4 (Premium plan) Live TV Channels (with Live TV Plan)(count) 90+ channels — Disney Bundle Compatibility Yes ($14.99/month with Disney+/ESPN+) — Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) 2 — Current-Season TV Episodes Access(days after air date) Next-day (24 hours) — Next-Day TV Episode Access Available (select shows) — Live TV Option Available ($76.99/month add-on) — Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(concurrent streams) 2 screens — Next-Day Network TV Episodes(null) ABC, Fox, NBC shows included — Cloud DVR Storage Capacity(hours) 50 hours — 4K Streaming Support No Available (Premium tier) Live Sports Programming Extensive (NFL, Premier League, WWE) — Voice Assistant Integration Alexa integration on Fire devices — | ||
| 4K Content Availability(availability level) | Limited, mostly HD | — |
| 4K/HDR Support | Yes, on Premium | — |
| 4K Streaming Included(null) | Premium plan only | — |
| 4K on Basic/Ad-Supported Plan | No, upgrade required | — |
| HDR Support | Yes, on select titles | — |
Show 4 more attributes4K Available on Base Plan Yes (all plans) — 4K HDR Titles Available(titles) 600+ — Maximum Video Resolution(pixels) 4K (2160p) with HDR10+ — 4K/HDR Content Titles(titles) ~500 titles — | ||
| Watch Party Maximum Participants(people) | 8 participants (Watch Party) | — |
| App Merger Timeline(year) | Early 2026 | — |
| Sports Content Coverage(categories) | Limited (select events only) | — |
| Original Series Count(active) | 60+ | — |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | 20,000+ | — |
| Theatrical Release Window(months) | 120 days standard | — |
| Live TV Channels Included(channels) | 75+ | — |
Show 20 more attributesSports Content Availability ESPN+ with premium sports — Content Library Size(titles) 4,000+ titles — Exclusive Sports Rights Via ESPN+ partnership — Current TV Episode Availability Next-day episodes of current shows — On-Demand Content Library Size(titles) 10,000+ — Total Content Library Size(titles) ~10,000+ 4,700+ Annual Content Budget(USD billions) $2.7B — Original Series Produced Annually(series) 95+ — Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows) 95% — Original Series (2024-2025)(series) 38+ — Original Series Library(series) 450+ — Total Content Library(titles) 8,500+ — Original Series Released Annually(series) 85+ — Live TV Channels(channels) 85+ — On-Demand Content Library(titles) 10,000+ — Total Content Titles(titles) ~18,000+ titles — Original Series/Year 2025(titles) 60+ releases — Original Content Release Frequency Less regular schedule — Total Movie & Show Library(titles) ~17,000 titles — Original Series Count(series) 250+ originals — | ||
| Nielsen Rankings (Jan 2026)(position) | Top 3 among streamers | — |
| 4K Content Available(yes/no) | Yes (premium tier) | — |
| Dolby Atmos Support(yes/no) | Yes | — |
| 4K/HDR Content Available(percentage) | 72% of library | — |
| 2026 Emmy-Contending Series(count) | Tell Me Lies (7.2 rating) | — |
| Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations) | 120+ nominations | — |
| Original Series Quality | Very Good (Invincible, The Boys) | — |
| Original Series Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations) | 26 | — |
| Same-Day Theatrical Releases | Limited | — |
| Content Library Size (Estimated)(titles) | 15,000+ | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 50+ million | — |
| User Satisfaction Score(%) | 76% | — |
| Content Discovery Usability | Easier to browse and find content | — |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 55+ million | — |
| Content Engagement vs Traditional(%) | Industry standard | — |
| Mobile-First Features | Standard mobile app | — |
| Merger/Platform Status (2026) | Standalone app ending, merging into Disney+ | — |
| Live TV Channels (Standard Plan)(channels) | 75+ | — |
| Cloud DVR Storage (Live TV)(storage) | Unlimited | — |
| User Profiles Per Account(profiles) | 6 | — |
| Same-Day TV Episode Releases(availability) | Yes (ABC, NBC, Fox, FX) | — |
| TV Episode Next-Day Availability(hours after air) | Same-day/next-day (typically 8-24 hours) | Delayed (3-7+ days, varies by show) |
| Integrated Non-Streaming Benefits | None | Prime shipping, exclusive deals, faster checkout |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations) | 32 nominations | — |
| Video Quality Support(max resolution) | 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos | — |
| Device Compatibility | All devices and platforms | — |
| Next-Day TV Show Episodes(available) | Yes (most series) | — |
| Average Monthly Ad Load (Ad-Supported)(minutes per hour) | 4-6 minutes | — |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 57 million | — |
| Total Title Library(titles) | ~2,500 titles | — |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 10,000+ | 15,000+(winner) |
| Movie Library Size(films) | 4,000 | 7,000+(winner) |
| Original Series Per Year(series) | 25+ diverse originals | — |
| Free Trial Length(days) | 7 days | — |
| TV Episode Release Schedule(days) | Same-day or next-day(winner) | 3-8 days |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 16(winner) | 12 |
| Free Shipping Benefit | No | Yes (2-day with Prime) |
| Live Sports Coverage(sports leagues) | Thursday Night Football included | — |
| Maximum Video Quality | 4K UHD (all plans) | — |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams) | 5 (Ultra, 2026) | — |
| Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour) | Light ads (varies) | — |
| Audio Quality (Maximum)(channels) | Dolby Digital Plus (5.1 surround) | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices) | 3 | — |
| Live Sports Content(text) | Extensive (NFL, tennis, boxing, cricket) | — |
| Countries Available(countries) | 240+ countries | — |
| User Satisfaction Rating(out of 5) | 3.9/5 | — |
HuluAAmazon Prime Video
Subscribers
50M+
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Content Budget(USD/year)
$2.5 Billion
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Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$17.99
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Bundle Inclusions
Disney+, ESPN+, FX content
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Additional Membership Perks
Free shipping, Prime music, Prime photos, faster delivery
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Included Membership Benefits
Prime Music, free shipping, photo storage, exclusive deals
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Recommended Bundle Price (All Services, No Ads)(USD per month)
$44.99 (with ESPN Unlimited)
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Base Subscription Price (Ad-Supported)(USD per month)
$7.99
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Premium Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD per month)
$14.99
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Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$14.99
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Base Subscription Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month)
$7.99
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Premium Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month)
$14.99
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Basic Plan Price(USD/month)
$7.99
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Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month)
$14.99
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Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$5.99
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Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD)
$11.99
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Standalone Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$11.99/month
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Standalone Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD)
$19.99/month
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Bundle Price (Disney+/Hulu/ESPN+)(USD)
$19.99/month (included)
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Monthly Cost (Base Tier)(USD)
$7.99
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Monthly Cost (Premium/Ad-Free Tier)(USD)
$14.99
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Live TV Base Plan Cost(USD/month)
$46-$65
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Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD)
$14.99
$22.99
Hulu + Live TV / All-In Bundle Cost(USD/month)
$119.99 (with ads, includes Disney+ & ESPN+)
No live TV option available
Monthly Subscription Cost (Ad-Free)(USD)
$14.99
$14.99
Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$7.99
$14.99
Free Trial Period(days)
30 days (varies by plan)
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Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$7.99
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Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD)
$14.99
$14.99
Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD)
$7.99
$14.99
Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$14.99
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Ad-Supported Base Price(USD/month)
$7.99
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Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month)
$24.99
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Monthly Price (Base Plan with Ads)(USD)
$7.99
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Premium Plan Price (Ad-Free)(USD)
$14.99
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Disney Bundle Cost(USD/month)
$14.99 (with Disney+, ESPN+)
N/A (separate subscription)
Monthly Subscription Price(USD)
$14.99
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Free Trial Offered(days)
30-day free trial
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Annual Subscription Option(USD)
$139/year
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Monthly Price (With Ads)(USD)
$6.99
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Lowest Monthly Price(USD)
$8.99
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Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month)
$14.99 (Ultra, 2026)
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Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD)
$14.99
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Lowest Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD)
$6.99/month (Prime Video with ads)
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Simultaneous Stream Devices(devices)
2-4 devices
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Live TV Access(availability)
Available with bundles
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Free Trial Period(days)
7 days
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Live TV Option(available)
Yes (Hulu+Live TV)
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Simultaneous Streams(count)
4 simultaneous
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Mobile Download Feature(yes/no)
Yes
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Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens)
2 screens
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Live TV Channels(channels)
75+ channels
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Bundle Options
Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu
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Watch Party Co-Viewing Feature
Included (Hulu Watch Party)
Not available
Maximum User Profiles(profiles)
6
6
Live TV Option Available(yes/no)
Yes (add-on: $14.99/mo)
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Live TV Channels (with Live Bundle)(channels)
90+
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Offline Download Support
Premium tier only
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Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams)
4 (Premium plan)
4 (Premium plan)
Live TV Channels (with Live TV Plan)(count)
90+ channels
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Disney Bundle Compatibility
Yes ($14.99/month with Disney+/ESPN+)
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Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens)
2
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Current-Season TV Episodes Access(days after air date)
Next-day (24 hours)
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Next-Day TV Episode Access
Available (select shows)
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Live TV Option
Available ($76.99/month add-on)
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Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(concurrent streams)
2 screens
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Next-Day Network TV Episodes(null)
ABC, Fox, NBC shows included
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Cloud DVR Storage Capacity(hours)
50 hours
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4K Streaming Support
No
Available (Premium tier)
Live Sports Programming
Extensive (NFL, Premier League, WWE)
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Voice Assistant Integration
Alexa integration on Fire devices
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4K Content Availability(availability level)
Limited, mostly HD
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4K/HDR Support
Yes, on Premium
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4K Streaming Included(null)
Premium plan only
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4K on Basic/Ad-Supported Plan
No, upgrade required
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HDR Support
Yes, on select titles
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4K Available on Base Plan
Yes (all plans)
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4K HDR Titles Available(titles)
600+
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Maximum Video Resolution(pixels)
4K (2160p) with HDR10+
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4K/HDR Content Titles(titles)
~500 titles
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Watch Party Maximum Participants(people)
8 participants (Watch Party)
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App Merger Timeline(year)
Early 2026
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Sports Content Coverage(categories)
Limited (select events only)
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Original Series Count(active)
60+
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Total Content Library Size(titles)
20,000+
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Theatrical Release Window(months)
120 days standard
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Live TV Channels Included(channels)
75+
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Sports Content Availability
ESPN+ with premium sports
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Content Library Size(titles)
4,000+ titles
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Exclusive Sports Rights
Via ESPN+ partnership
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Current TV Episode Availability
Next-day episodes of current shows
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On-Demand Content Library Size(titles)
10,000+
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Total Content Library Size(titles)
~10,000+
4,700+
Annual Content Budget(USD billions)
$2.7B
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Original Series Produced Annually(series)
95+
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Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows)
95%
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Original Series (2024-2025)(series)
38+
—
Original Series Library(series)
450+
—
Total Content Library(titles)
8,500+
—
Original Series Released Annually(series)
85+
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Live TV Channels(channels)
85+
—
On-Demand Content Library(titles)
10,000+
—
Total Content Titles(titles)
~18,000+ titles
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Original Series/Year 2025(titles)
60+ releases
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Original Content Release Frequency
Less regular schedule
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Total Movie & Show Library(titles)
~17,000 titles
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Original Series Count(series)
250+ originals
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Nielsen Rankings (Jan 2026)(position)
Top 3 among streamers
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4K Content Available(yes/no)
Yes (premium tier)
—
Dolby Atmos Support(yes/no)
Yes
—
4K/HDR Content Available(percentage)
72% of library
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2026 Emmy-Contending Series(count)
Tell Me Lies (7.2 rating)
—
Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations)
120+ nominations
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Original Series Quality
Very Good (Invincible, The Boys)
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Original Series Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations)
26
—
Same-Day Theatrical Releases
Limited
—
Content Library Size (Estimated)(titles)
15,000+
—
Global Subscribers(millions)
50+ million
—
User Satisfaction Score(%)
76%
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Content Discovery Usability
Easier to browse and find content
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Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions)
55+ million
—
Content Engagement vs Traditional(%)
Industry standard
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Mobile-First Features
Standard mobile app
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Merger/Platform Status (2026)
Standalone app ending, merging into Disney+
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Live TV Channels (Standard Plan)(channels)
75+
—
Cloud DVR Storage (Live TV)(storage)
Unlimited
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User Profiles Per Account(profiles)
6
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Same-Day TV Episode Releases(availability)
Yes (ABC, NBC, Fox, FX)
—
TV Episode Next-Day Availability(hours after air)
Same-day/next-day (typically 8-24 hours)
Delayed (3-7+ days, varies by show)
Integrated Non-Streaming Benefits
None
Prime shipping, exclusive deals, faster checkout
2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations)
32 nominations
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Video Quality Support(max resolution)
4K HDR, Dolby Atmos
—
Device Compatibility
All devices and platforms
—
Next-Day TV Show Episodes(available)
Yes (most series)
—
Average Monthly Ad Load (Ad-Supported)(minutes per hour)
4-6 minutes
—
Global Subscriber Base(millions)
57 million
—
Total Title Library(titles)
~2,500 titles
—
Total Content Titles(titles)
10,000+
15,000+
Movie Library Size(films)
4,000
7,000+
Original Series Per Year(series)
25+ diverse originals
—
Free Trial Length(days)
7 days
—
TV Episode Release Schedule(days)
Same-day or next-day
3-8 days
2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
16
12
Free Shipping Benefit
No
Yes (2-day with Prime)
Live Sports Coverage(sports leagues)
Thursday Night Football included
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Maximum Video Quality
4K UHD (all plans)
—
Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams)
5 (Ultra, 2026)
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Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour)
Light ads (varies)
—
Audio Quality (Maximum)(channels)
Dolby Digital Plus (5.1 surround)
—
Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices)
3
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Live Sports Content(text)
Extensive (NFL, tennis, boxing, cricket)
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Countries Available(countries)
240+ countries
—
User Satisfaction Rating(out of 5)
3.9/5
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·4 cons across both
AP
Hulu
+5-2
Pros
- Same-day or next-day access to 550+ current TV series episodes
- 16 Emmy Awards won in 2024 for original series (The Bear, Only Murders in the Building)
- Disney Bundle includes Disney+ and ESPN+ for $14.99/month
- Live TV option adds 75+ channels for $76.99/month
- Advanced parental controls and 4 simultaneous streams on Premium plan
Cons
- Standalone ad-free plan costs $7.99/month (tied with ad-supported), limiting savings vs competitors
- Smaller movie library compared to Prime Video (roughly 4,000 films vs 7,000+)
AP
Amazon Prime Video
+5-2
Pros
- Largest content library at 15,000+ titles including 7,000+ movies
- Standalone ad-free subscription at $14.99/month with 2-4 simultaneous streams
- Free 2-day shipping on Amazon purchases included with Prime membership
- Strong action, sci-fi, and international content (The Boys, Fallout, Rings of Power)
- Integrated with Amazon ecosystem (Alexa, shopping, music with Prime Music)
Cons
- TV episodes available 3-8 days after air date, not same-day
- 12 Emmy Awards in 2024, fewer than Hulu in major categories
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
Hulu offers same-day or next-day access to 550+ current TV series, making it the clear winner for cord-cutters. Amazon Prime Video typically makes episodes available 3-8 days after airing. This is Hulu's primary competitive advantage for live TV watchers.
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