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Netflix vs Hulu 2026: Features, Price & Content
Netflix
Subscription video streaming service with original content and licensed films.
Film enthusiasts, binge-watchers, international content seekers, and users prioritizing ad-free viewing at budget prices
Score63%
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430 attributes7 differences16 pros/cons
Quick Answer
AI SummaryNetflix offers a larger content library with 12,800+ titles and ad-free plans starting at $6.99/month, while Hulu provides more current TV episodes through same-day releases and integrates live TV options, making it better for broadcast television viewers.
Read full verdictChoose Netflix if you want the largest catalog of films and series, prefer ad-free options at lower prices, and enjoy exclusive prestige content with offline viewing. Choose Hulu if you prioritize current broadcast TV episodes, want same-day releases from major networks, prefer a lower premium price point, or need live TV integration with sports and news.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Content Library Size:✓ Netflix wins(12,800+ titles vs 9,200+ titles)
- Starting Price (Ad-Supported):✓ Netflix wins($6.99/month vs $7.99/month)
- Original Series Production:✓ Netflix wins(150+ originals annually vs 95+ originals annually)
Key Facts & Figures
314 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Netflix | Hulu | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Subscribers | 260M+ | 50M+ | |
| Content Budget(USD/year) | $17 Billion | $2.5 Billion | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $15.49 | $17.99 | |
| Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Global Country Availability(countries) | 190+ | — | — |
| Original Content Releases in January 2026(count) | Multiple scheduled | — | — |
| Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices) | Up to 4 screens | — | — |
| Forward P/E Ratio(ratio) | 30 | — | — |
| 1-Year Stock Performance(%) | +0.82% | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Original Series Released (2025)(count) | 60+ original series | — | — |
| Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions) | ~260 million Netflix subscribers | — | — |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio) | >1.4 (higher volatility) | — | — |
| Forward P/E Ratio(multiple) | 30x (reduced from prior quarters) | — | — |
| Base Monthly Price (2026)(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Content Library Size(titles) | 15,000+ | — | — |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 (on-demand only) | — | — |
| Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions) | 10.7 | — | — |
| Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $24.99 | — | — |
| Total Titles Available(titles) | ~12,500 titles | — | — |
| Original Productions Per Year(productions) | 250+ originals | — | — |
| Basic Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $6.99/month | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD) | $22.99/month | — | — |
| 4K Content Library(titles) | ~2,000 titles | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 screens | — | — |
| Annual Revenue (2025)(billion USD) | $45.18 billion | — | — |
| Monthly Active Users(millions) | ~0.25 billion | — | — |
| Minimum Monthly Cost(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Daily Video Consumption(billion hours) | ~0.33 billion hours | — | — |
| 5-Year Stock Performance(percent gain) | 86.30% | — | — |
| Basic Plan Price(USD/month) | $6.99 | $7.99 | |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month) | $22.99 | $14.99 | |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 channels | 75+ channels | |
| Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations) | 450+ nominations | 120+ nominations | |
| User Satisfaction Score(%) | 87% | 76% | |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Netflix | 50+ million | |
| Annual Revenue(billions USD) | Netflix | — | — |
| Year-over-Year Growth(percent) | Netflix | — | — |
| Price (Base Plan)(USD/month) | Netflix | — | — |
| Content Library Size(titles) | Netflix | 4,000+ titles | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) | Netflix | 2 screens | |
| App Installs (2026)(millions) | Netflix | — | — |
| Content Update Frequency(releases per week) | Netflix | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $7.99/month | $7.99/month | |
| Monthly Subscription (Premium/No Ads)(USD) | $24.99/month | — | — |
| Total Library Size(titles) | 15,000 | — | — |
| Show Completion Rate (User Engagement)(percent) | 68% | — | — |
| Lowest Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month) | $22.99 | $14.99 | |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(screens) | 4 (Premium) | — | — |
| Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour) | 4-5 min/hour | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Premium Ad-Free Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 screens | — | — |
| Music Library Size(millions of tracks) | No music library | — | — |
| Original Content Titles (2026)(count) | 5,000+ titles | — | — |
| Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Original Series Produced Annually(series) | 150+ | 42 originals | |
| Annual Content Investment(USD billions) | $17 billion (2025) | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(streams) | 4 | 2 | |
| Entry-Level Price with Ads(USD/month) | $6.99/month | — | — |
| Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month) | $22.99/month | $24.99 | |
| Original Content Library(titles) | 2,500+ titles | — | — |
| Annual Revenue(USD Billions) | $33.6B | — | — |
| Streaming Subscribers(millions) | 283M | — | — |
| Operating Margin(%) | 28.4% | — | — |
| Annual Content Spend(USD billions) | $17B | — | — |
| Theatrical Film Releases (2024)(count) | 0 | — | — |
| Theme Parks Globally(count) | 0 | — | — |
| Parks & Experiences Revenue(USD billions) | $0 | — | — |
| Merchandise Licensing Revenue(USD billions) | ~$0.1B | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Standard/Ad-Free)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Cheapest Plan Price(USD) | $6.99 (with ads) | — | — |
| Original Series Released (2024)(series) | 156 | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(screens) | 2 | 2 screens | |
| Free Trial Period(days) | No free trial | 7 days | |
| User Subscribers (Q3 2024)(millions) | 282.7 | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Original Content Annual Budget(USD billions) | $17B | — | — |
| Global Subscriber Count(millions) | 282 million | — | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2023-2024)(awards) | 52 | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | $7.99 | |
| Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | $14.99 | |
| Live TV Channels (with Live Bundle)(channels) | None | 90+ | — |
| Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows) | 8% | 95% | |
| Premium/No-Ad Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Mobile Gaming Library(games included) | 75+ games (no extra cost) | — | — |
| Monthly Subscriber Churn Rate(percent) | 2.4% | — | — |
| Countries/Regions Available(countries) | 190+ countries | — | — |
| Base Monthly Cost (US)(USD) | $6.99 (ad-supported) | — | — |
| Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free US)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Live Sports Events (Annual)(events) | 0 events | — | — |
| Original Content Produced (Annual)(titles) | 250+ | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Base Tier)(devices) | 1-2 streams | — | — |
| Countries Available(countries) | 190+ countries | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD) | $6.99/month | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD) | $15.49/month | — | — |
| Original Series(series) | 350+ | — | — |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 9,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD) | $120 | — | — |
| Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 52 | 16 | |
| Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions) | 282 million | — | — |
| Family/Kids Content Percentage(%) | 18% | — | — |
| Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions) | $33 billion | — | — |
| YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%) | 16% | — | — |
| Base Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | $7.99 (with ads) | |
| Original Series Count(series) | 2,100+ originals | 1,000+ | |
| Same-Day Theater Release Window(days) | 45+ days (no theatrical releases) | — | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards) | 18 Emmy Awards | — | — |
| International Markets(countries) | 190+ countries | — | — |
| Content Library Size(millions or channels) | 8,000+ titles globally | ~1,900 titles | |
| Standard Tier Price(USD/month) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Premium Tier Price(USD/month) | $22.99 | — | — |
| 2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 68 Emmy awards | — | — |
| Original Series Released (2025)(series) | 142 | — | — |
| Base Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD/month) | $15.49 | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards(awards) | 8 Emmy Awards | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(streams) | 2 | 2 | |
| Original Series/Films Per Year(new originals) | 450+ originals | — | — |
| Ads Per Hour (Ad-Supported Tier)(minutes) | 4-5 minutes/hour | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 | 0 (base plan) | |
| Simultaneous Streams Allowed(devices) | 4 (Premium tier) | — | — |
| Original Content Awards (2024)(Emmy nominations) | 120+ | — | — |
| Standard Monthly Price (USD)(USD) | $15.49 (ad-free) / $6.99 (with ads) | — | — |
| Original Titles Produced(titles) | 2,300+ | — | — |
| Live Sports Events Per Year(events) | 0 | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) | 2 screens | — | — |
| Free Trial Duration(uses) | 0 (none as of 2023) | — | — |
| Year Founded(year) | 1997 | — | — |
| Original Exclusive Content Titles(count) | 2,100+ originals | — | — |
| Total Available Content Hours(hours) | 15,000+ hours | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams Per Account(screens) | Up to 4 screens (Premium plan) | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Base Plan Monthly Price(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Plan Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Original Series (2024-2025)(series) | 87 series | 38+ | |
| Total Movie Library Size(titles) | ~5,500 movies | — | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(streams) | 2 streams | — | — |
| Monthly Base Price (No Ads)(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Original Series (2025)(series) | 250+ | 150+ | |
| Average User Rating(out of 5) | 4.1 / 5 | — | — |
| Family-Friendly Content %(percent) | 18% | — | — |
| Premium Tier with All Features(USD/month) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $15.49 | $14.99 | |
| Annual Original Content Budget(billion USD) | $17 billion | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams(streams) | 1-4 (tier dependent) | 2 screens | |
| Base Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $15.49/month | — | — |
| 4K HDR Coverage on Originals(%) | 35% | — | — |
| Average Video Bitrate (4K)(Mbps) | 15 Mbps | — | — |
| Monthly New Releases(titles) | 20-25 | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations Won(count) | 248 | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard/Ad-Free US Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| User Satisfaction Score(out of 5) | 8.2 | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams on Premium Tier(devices) | 4 | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Price (Base Tier)(USD) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Original Content Production (Annual)(titles) | 120+ | — | — |
| Global Availability(countries) | 190 | — | — |
| Subscriber Base (2026)(millions) | 250+ | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free, Standard Tier)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| 4K Ultra HD Titles Available(titles) | 300+ | — | — |
| Global Subscribers (2024)(millions) | 247 million | — | — |
| Annual Content Investment Budget(USD billions) | $17 billion | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription (Lowest Tier)(USD) | $6.99 (with ads) | — | — |
| Ad-Free Premium Tier(USD/month) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Original Series (2024)(major releases) | 62 | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Plan Price(USD/month) | $6.99 | $7.99 | |
| Standard Monthly Price (US)(USD) | $15.49 (with ads $6.99) | — | — |
| Original Content Produced Annually(series/films) | 250+ series and films | — | — |
| Countries with Service(countries) | 190+ countries | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free, US)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Base Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Premium Tier Price (4K/Full Features)(USD/month) | $22.99 (4K required) | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Nominations(nominations) | 91 nominations | — | — |
| Theatrical Release Window(days) | 30-90 days post-theater | — | — |
| Ad-Tier Monthly Cost(USD/month) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Premium Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Annual Original Content Production(titles) | ~150 originals | — | — |
| Standard Tier Monthly Cost (US)(USD) | $15.49/month | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Tier Cost (US)(USD) | $6.99/month | — | — |
| International Content Originals (%)(percent) | ~50% of originals | — | — |
| Budget Ad-Supported Tier(USD/month) | $6.99 | — | — |
| 4K Content Available(yes/no) | 2,000+ | — | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams) | 4 screens | 2 screens (ad tier) / 4 screens (ad-free) | |
| Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $22.99 | $14.99 | |
| Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 218 | — | — |
| New Original Series Per Year(series) | 70+ | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD) | $6.99 | $7.99 | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Plan)(USD) | $22.99 | $14.99 | |
| Total On-Demand Content Library(titles) | 15,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| Original Series Released Annually(series) | 85 (2024) | 42 (2024) | |
| Maximum Simultaneous Screens (Base Plan)(screens) | 1 screen | 2 screens | |
| Live TV Channels Included(channels) | 0 (not available) | 95+ (with Hulu + Live TV) | |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 280+ million (2024) | 60+ million (2024) | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $6.99 | $7.99 | |
| Monthly Price (Premium/No Ads)(USD) | $22.99 | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards for Originals(awards) | 44 wins | — | — |
| Simultaneous Screens (Top Tier)(screens) | 4 screens | — | — |
| Total Titles in Library(titles) | 12,800+ | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) | $15.49 | $14.99 | |
| Original Content Released Per Year(titles) | 270+ | — | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 278 million | — | — |
| Recommendation Algorithm Accuracy(score out of 10) | 9.2/10 | — | — |
| Average User Satisfaction Rating(score out of 10) | 8.2/10 | — | — |
| Starting Price (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD/month) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Premium Plan Price (Ad-Free, 2 Screens)(USD/month) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Average Original Series Episode Budget(USD millions) | $8-12M | — | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(screens) | 2 screens | — | — |
| Original Content Library Size(titles) | 10,000+ titles | — | — |
| Ad-Free Premium Tier Cost(USD) | $22.99 | $14.99 | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free Standard)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Global Subscriber Base (2025)(millions) | 282M | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams) | 4 streams | 2 | |
| User Profiles Per Account(profiles) | 4 profiles | 6 | |
| Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations) | 98 nominations | 18 nominations | |
| Minimum Contract Length(months) | Month-to-month | — | — |
| Total Content Library(titles) | 10,000+ | 8,500+ | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Standard)(USD) | $15.49 | — | — |
| Lowest Tier Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month) | $6.99 | — | — |
| Original Content Released Annually(series/films) | 80+ | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard/Base Plan)(screens) | 2 screens | — | — |
| Premium Plan with 4K (Highest Tier)(USD/month) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (US)(USD) | $6.99–$15.49 | — | — |
| Total Content Library Size(titles or videos) | ~6,000 titles | 10,000+ | |
| Offline Download Limit(songs per device) | 100+ | — | — |
| Recommended Bundle Price (All Services, No Ads)(USD per month) | $44.99 (with ESPN Unlimited) | $44.99 (with ESPN Unlimited) | |
| Simultaneous Stream Devices(devices) | 2-4 devices | 2-4 devices | |
| Watch Party Maximum Participants(people) | 8 participants (Watch Party) | 8 participants (Watch Party) | |
| App Merger Timeline(year) | Early 2026 | Early 2026 | |
| Base Subscription Price (Ad-Supported)(USD per month) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Premium Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD per month) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Original Series Count(active) | 60+ | 60+ | |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 7 days | 7 days | |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | 20,000+ | 20,000+ | |
| Simultaneous Streams(count) | 4 simultaneous | 4 simultaneous | |
| Theatrical Release Window(months) | 120 days standard | 120 days standard | |
| Base Subscription Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Premium Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Live TV Channels Included(channels) | 75+ | 75+ | |
| 2026 Emmy-Contending Series(count) | Tell Me Lies (7.2 rating) | Tell Me Lies (7.2 rating) | |
| Content Library Size (Estimated)(titles) | 15,000+ | 15,000+ | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $5.99 | $5.99 | |
| Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 55+ million | 55+ million | |
| Standalone Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $11.99/month | $11.99/month | |
| Standalone Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $19.99/month | $19.99/month | |
| Bundle Price (Disney+/Hulu/ESPN+)(USD) | $19.99/month (included) | $19.99/month (included) | |
| Monthly Cost (Base Tier)(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Monthly Cost (Premium/Ad-Free Tier)(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Live TV Base Plan Cost(USD/month) | $46-$65 | $46-$65 | |
| Live TV Channels (Standard Plan)(channels) | 75+ | 75+ | |
| On-Demand Content Library Size(titles) | 10,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| Maximum User Profiles(profiles) | 6 | 6 | |
| TV Episode Next-Day Availability(hours after air) | Same-day/next-day (typically 8-24 hours) | Same-day/next-day (typically 8-24 hours) | |
| Hulu + Live TV / All-In Bundle Cost(USD/month) | $119.99 (with ads, includes Disney+ & ESPN+) | $119.99 (with ads, includes Disney+ & ESPN+) | |
| Annual Content Budget(USD billions) | $2.7B | $2.7B | |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations) | 32 nominations | 32 nominations | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Live TV Channels (with Live TV Plan)(count) | 90+ channels | 90+ channels | |
| 4K HDR Content Available(titles) | 72% of library | 72% of library | |
| Original Series Library(series) | 450+ | 450+ | |
| Average Monthly Ad Load (Ad-Supported)(minutes per hour) | 4-6 minutes | 4-6 minutes | |
| Current-Season TV Episodes Access(days after air date) | Next-day (24 hours) | Next-day (24 hours) | |
| Ad-Supported Base Price(USD/month) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Total Title Library(titles) | ~2,500 titles | ~2,500 titles | |
| Original Series Per Year(series) | 25+ diverse originals | 25+ diverse originals | |
| Monthly Price (Base Plan with Ads)(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| On-Demand Content Library(titles) | 10,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| Cloud DVR Storage Capacity(hours) | 50 hours | 50 hours | |
| Free Trial Length(days) | 7 days | 7 days | |
| Premium Plan Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| Movie Library Size(films) | 4,000 | 4,000 | |
| Disney Bundle Cost(USD/month) | $14.99 (with Disney+, ESPN+) | $14.99 (with Disney+, ESPN+) | |
| TV Episode Release Schedule(days) | Same-day or next-day | Same-day or next-day | |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| On-Demand Title Library(titles) | 10,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels) | 65+ (Hulu+Live TV $76.99/mo) | 65+ (Hulu+Live TV $76.99/mo) | |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Tier)(USD) | $7.99/month (with ads) | $7.99/month (with ads) | |
| Total Available Titles(titles) | ~10,000+ | ~10,000+ | |
| Original Emmy Nominations (All-Time)(nominations) | 120+ total | 120+ total | |
| Base Subscription Cost(USD/month) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| TV Show Episodes Available(episodes) | 10,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Tier)(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| TV Series Available(titles) | 8,000+ | 8,000+ | |
| Simultaneous Device Streams(devices) | 2 | 2 | |
| Base Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Movie Library(titles) | 1,800+ films | 1,800+ films | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Ad-Free Tier)(devices) | 4 devices | 4 devices | |
| NFL Game Availability(games/season) | 0 games (requires ESPN+ add-on) | 0 games (requires ESPN+ add-on) | |
| Same-Day TV Episodes(shows) | 200+ shows | 200+ shows | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | |
| 4K/Ultra HD Available Titles(titles) | 200+ titles | 200+ titles | |
| Same/Next-Day Network TV Episodes(shows) | 500+ shows | 500+ shows | |
| Warner Bros Theatrical Films/Year(films) | 0-5 films | 0-5 films | |
| Max Simultaneous Streams(devices) | 4 devices | 4 devices | |
| Bundle Price (All Streaming Services)(USD/month) | $14.99 (Disney+/ESPN+ bundle) | $14.99 (Disney+/ESPN+ bundle) | |
| Entry Cost (Monthly)(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Ad-Free Plan Cost (Monthly)(USD) | $15.99 | $15.99 | |
| Original Content Investment (Annual)(USD millions) | $2,500 | $2,500 | |
| User Base Size(millions of developers) | 51.6 (Q4 2024) | 51.6 (Q4 2024) | |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD) | $14.99/month | $14.99/month | |
| Original Series (2024 Emmy Wins)(awards) | 19 Emmy wins | 19 Emmy wins | |
| Emmy Awards (2024)(awards) | 27 wins | 27 wins | |
| Ad-Supported Plan Cost(USD) | $8.99 | $8.99 | |
| Subscriber Count (Q4 2024)(millions) | ~60 million | ~60 million | |
| On-Demand Content Titles(titles) | 10,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| Live TV Channels (with add-on)(channels) | 90+ channels | 90+ channels | |
| Total Titles Available(titles) | 10,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| On-Demand Titles(titles) | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
Netflix leads
Netflix
Attribute
Hulu
- 12,800+ titles(winner)Content Library Size9,200+ titles
- $6.99/month(winner)Starting Price (Ad-Supported)$7.99/month
- 150+ originals annually(winner)Original Series Production95+ originals annually
- Not availableLive TV Bundle OptionAvailable at $89.99/month(winner)
- Limited (selected shows only)Same-Day TV Episode ReleasesExtensive (next-day standard)(winner)
- $22.99/month (4K, 4 screens)Premium Tier Price$14.99/month (1080p, 2 screens)(winner)
- Yes, on all tiers(winner)Offline Download SupportYes, on premium tier only
- Content Library Size
Netflix
12,800+ titles(winner)
Hulu
9,200+ titles
- Starting Price (Ad-Supported)
Netflix
$6.99/month(winner)
Hulu
$7.99/month
- Original Series Production
Netflix
150+ originals annually(winner)
Hulu
95+ originals annually
- Live TV Bundle Option
Netflix
Not available
Hulu
Available at $89.99/month(winner)
- Same-Day TV Episode Releases
Netflix
Limited (selected shows only)
Hulu
Extensive (next-day standard)(winner)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Netflix | Hulu |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $15.49 | $17.99(winner) |
| Bundle Deal Availability(boolean) | Verizon option ($10.99) | — |
| Included Membership Benefits | None | — |
| Bundle Value Savings(USD/month) | No bundle available | — |
Show 3 more attributesBundle Cost with Music & Cloud(USD/month) N/A — Bundle Inclusions Disney+, ESPN+, FX content — Bundle Monthly Savings(USD) None — | ||
| Subscribers | 260M+(winner) | 50M+ |
| User Base Size(millions of developers) | 51.6 (Q4 2024) | — |
| Content Budget(USD/year) | $17 Billion(winner) | $2.5 Billion |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio) | >1.4 (higher volatility) | — |
| Forward P/E Ratio(multiple) | 30x (reduced from prior quarters) | — |
| Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD) | $7.99 | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $15.49 | — |
| Base Monthly Price (2026)(USD) | $6.99 | — |
| Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD) | $7.99 | — |
Show 103 more attributesPremium Plan Monthly Cost(USD) $24.99 — Basic Plan Monthly Cost(USD) $6.99/month — Premium Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD) $22.99/month — Minimum Monthly Cost(USD) $6.99 — Basic Plan Price(USD/month) $6.99 $7.99 Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month) $22.99 $14.99 Price (Base Plan)(USD/month) Netflix — Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) $7.99/month $7.99/month Monthly Subscription (Premium/No Ads)(USD) $24.99/month — Lowest Monthly Price(USD) $6.99 — Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month) $22.99 $14.99 Monthly Cost (Premium Ad-Free Plan)(USD) $15.49 — Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) $22.99 — Entry-Level Price with Ads(USD/month) $6.99/month — Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month) $22.99/month $24.99 Monthly Price (Standard/Ad-Free)(USD) $15.49 — Cheapest Plan Price(USD) $6.99 (with ads) — Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD) $15.49 — Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD) $6.99 — Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) $6.99 $7.99 Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD) $22.99 $14.99 Premium/No-Ad Monthly Price(USD) $22.99 — Base Monthly Cost (US)(USD) $6.99 (ad-supported) — Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free US)(USD) $15.49 — Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD) $6.99/month — Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD) $15.49/month — Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD) $120 — Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD) $15.49 — Base Monthly Price(USD) $6.99 $7.99 (with ads) Standard Tier Price(USD/month) $15.49 — Premium Tier Price(USD/month) $22.99 — Base Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD/month) $15.49 — Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) $15.49 — Ad-Free Plan Availability Yes ($15.49/month) — Standard Monthly Price (USD)(USD) $15.49 (ad-free) / $6.99 (with ads) — Free Trial Duration(uses) 0 (none as of 2023) — Ad-Supported Base Plan Monthly Price(USD) $6.99 — Premium Ad-Free Plan Monthly Price(USD) $22.99 — Monthly Base Price (No Ads)(USD) $6.99 — Premium Tier with All Features(USD/month) $22.99 — Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) $15.49 $14.99 Base Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) $15.49/month — Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard/Ad-Free US Plan)(USD) $15.49 — Monthly Subscription Price (Base Tier)(USD) $6.99 — Monthly Price (Ad-Free, Standard Tier)(USD) $15.49 — Monthly Subscription (Lowest Tier)(USD) $6.99 (with ads) — Ad-Free Premium Tier(USD/month) $15.49 — Ad-Supported Plan Price(USD/month) $6.99 $7.99 Standard Monthly Price (US)(USD) $15.49 (with ads $6.99) — Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free, US)(USD) $15.49 — Base Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month) $6.99 — Premium Tier Price (4K/Full Features)(USD/month) $22.99 (4K required) — Ad-Tier Monthly Cost(USD/month) $6.99 — Premium Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) $15.49 — Standard Tier Monthly Cost (US)(USD) $15.49/month — Ad-Supported Tier Cost (US)(USD) $6.99/month — Budget Ad-Supported Tier(USD/month) $6.99 — Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) $22.99 $14.99 Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD) $6.99 $7.99 Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Plan)(USD) $22.99 $14.99 Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) $6.99 $7.99 Monthly Price (Premium/No Ads)(USD) $22.99 — Monthly Subscription Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) $15.49 $14.99 Starting Price (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD/month) $6.99 — Premium Plan Price (Ad-Free, 2 Screens)(USD/month) $15.49 — Ad-Free Premium Tier Cost(USD) $22.99 $14.99 Monthly Price (Ad-Free Standard)(USD) $15.49 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Standard)(USD) $15.49 — Lowest Tier Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month) $6.99 — Premium Plan with 4K (Highest Tier)(USD/month) $22.99 — Monthly Subscription Cost (US)(USD) $6.99–$15.49 — 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 — Premium Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(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 — Hulu + Live TV / All-In Bundle Cost(USD/month) $119.99 (with ads, includes Disney+ & ESPN+) — Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) $14.99 — Ad-Supported Base Price(USD/month) $7.99 — 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+) — Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD) $7.99 — Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Tier)(USD) $7.99/month (with ads) — Base Subscription Cost(USD/month) $7.99 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD) $7.99 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Tier)(USD) $14.99 — Base Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) $7.99 — Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD) $14.99 — Bundle Price (All Streaming Services)(USD/month) $14.99 (Disney+/ESPN+ bundle) — Entry Cost (Monthly)(USD) $7.99 — Ad-Free Plan Cost (Monthly)(USD) $15.99 — Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD) $14.99/month — Ad-Supported Plan Cost(USD) $8.99 — | ||
| Global Country Availability(countries) | 190+ | — |
| Countries/Regions Available(countries) | 190+ countries | — |
| Global Availability(countries) | 190 | — |
| Live Sports Programming(availability) | Limited | — |
| Original Content Releases in January 2026(count) | Multiple scheduled | — |
| Live Sports Programming(events per month) | NFL, WWE Raw, major events | — |
| Original Series Released (2025)(count) | 60+ original series | — |
| Franchise IP Library(franchises) | Originals-focused, limited legacy franchises | — |
Show 66 more attributesContent Library Size(titles) 15,000+ — Live TV Channels(channels) 0 (on-demand only) — Original Content Focus (2026) High (comedies, young adult priority) — 4K Content Library Size(comparative) Largest available — HBO Content Access(boolean) Not included — Theatrical Release Integration(boolean) Limited — Total Titles Available(titles) ~12,500 titles — Original Productions Per Year(productions) 250+ originals — International Original Series(count) Extensive global coverage — Content Library Size(titles) Netflix 4,000+ titles Content Update Frequency(releases per week) Netflix — Total Library Size(titles) 15,000 — Premium Films Library(major films) Wide variety across genres — Original Content Release Frequency Weekly/bi-weekly — Music Library Size(millions of tracks) No music library — Original Series Produced Annually(series) 150+ 42 originals Annual Content Investment(USD billions) $17 billion (2025) — Live Sports Events Available(leagues) Limited (documentaries only) — Original Content Library(titles) 2,500+ titles — Warner Bros Film Releases Limited, delayed 45 days post-theatrical — Theatrical Film Releases (2024)(count) 0 — Original Series Released (2024)(series) 156 — Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows) 8% 95% New Film Theatrical Window(days) 45-90 days varies — Live Sports Events (Annual)(events) 0 events — Original Series Count(series) 2,100+ originals 1,000+ Content Library Size(millions or channels) 8,000+ titles globally ~1,900 titles Original Series Released (2025)(series) 142 — Live TV Channels(channels) 0 0 (base plan) Original Content Awards (2024)(Emmy nominations) 120+ — Original Series (2024-2025)(series) 87 series 38+ Original Content Production (Annual)(titles) 120+ — Original Series (2024)(major releases) 62 — Next-Day TV Show Access(availability) Limited (select shows) Full (most networks) Original Content Produced Annually(series/films) 250+ series and films — Total On-Demand Content Library(titles) 15,000+ 10,000+ Original Series Released Annually(series) 85 (2024) 42 (2024) Total Titles in Library(titles) 12,800+ — Original Content Released Per Year(titles) 270+ — Original Content Library Size(titles) 10,000+ titles — Total Content Library(titles) 10,000+ 8,500+ Original Content Released Annually(series/films) 80+ — Content Age Rating Focus(null) All ages including mature (TV-MA, R-rated) — Total Content Library Size(titles or videos) ~6,000 titles 10,000+ 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+ — Sports Content Availability ESPN+ with premium sports — Exclusive Sports Rights Via ESPN+ partnership — Current TV Episode Availability Next-day episodes of current shows — On-Demand Content Library Size(titles) 10,000+ — Annual Content Budget(USD billions) $2.7B — Original Series Library(series) 450+ — Next-Day TV Episode Access 900+ series — On-Demand Content Library(titles) 10,000+ — On-Demand Title Library(titles) 10,000+ — Live Sports Access Limited (requires add-ons) — Movie Library(titles) 1,800+ films — Same-Day TV Episodes(shows) 200+ shows — Same/Next-Day Network TV Episodes(shows) 500+ shows — Warner Bros Theatrical Films/Year(films) 0-5 films — Original Content Investment (Annual)(USD millions) $2,500 — Live TV Available Yes (add-on) — On-Demand Titles(titles) 10,000+ — | ||
| Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices) | Up to 4 screens | — |
| Password Sharing Policy(text) | Restricted with extra fees | — |
| Unlimited DVR | Premium+ tier only | — |
| Family Sharing Accounts(profiles) | Limited (varies by plan) | — |
| Offline Download Feature(boolean) | Yes, all plans | — |
Show 65 more attributesMobile Innovation (2026)(feature) Vertical video feed expanding — Live Sports Availability Not available — Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) 4 screens — Password Sharing Outside Household Restricted to household only — Gaming Features Integrated Full gaming catalog included — Download Availability (Offline) Available on all paid plans — Live TV Channels(channels) 0 channels 75+ channels Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) Netflix 2 screens Maximum Concurrent Streams(screens) 4 (Premium) — Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) 4 screens — Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(streams) 4 2 Offline Download Access All plans — Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(screens) 2 2 screens Live TV Channels (with Live Bundle)(channels) None 90+ Offline Download Support All tiers Premium tier only Mobile Gaming Library(games included) 75+ games (no extra cost) — Offline Downloads Yes (Standard+) — Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(streams) 2 2 Simultaneous Streams Allowed(devices) 4 (Premium tier) — Offline Download Capability Yes (4 devices) All tiers Cloud DVR Storage(hours) Not available 50 hours Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens) 2 screens — Simultaneous Streams Per Account(screens) Up to 4 screens (Premium plan) — Offline Download Feature Available on Premium plan — Background Audio Playback Not available — Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(streams) 2 streams — Free Tier Available No — Simultaneous Streams(streams) 1-4 (tier dependent) 2 screens Simultaneous Streams on Premium Tier(devices) 4 — Live Sports Programming(availability) None (US market) — Live TV Bundle Available(yes/no) No Yes (75+ channels) Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams) 4 screens 2 screens (ad tier) / 4 screens (ad-free) Maximum Simultaneous Screens (Base Plan)(screens) 1 screen 2 screens Live TV Channels Included(channels) 0 (not available) 95+ (with Hulu + Live TV) Live Sports Available None — Simultaneous Screens (Top Tier)(screens) 4 screens — Download Capability Available (select titles) — Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(screens) 2 screens — Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams) 4 streams 2 User Profiles Per Account(profiles) 4 profiles 6 Advertising in Standard Tier 4-6 ads/hour in Basic plan — Simultaneous Streams (Standard/Base Plan)(screens) 2 screens — Offline Download Limit(songs per device) 100+ — Ad-Free Viewing Availability Yes (ad-supported and premium tiers) — Background Play on Mobile No — 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 — Mobile Download Feature(yes/no) Yes — Bundle Options Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu — Watch Party Co-Viewing Feature Included (Hulu Watch Party) — Maximum User Profiles(profiles) 6 — Live TV Option Available(yes/no) Yes (add-on: $14.99/mo) — Live TV Channels (with Live TV Plan)(count) 90+ channels — Disney Bundle Compatibility Yes ($14.99/month with Disney+/ESPN+) — Current-Season TV Episodes Access(days after air date) Next-day (24 hours) — Live TV Option Available ($76.99/month add-on) — Next-Day Network TV Episodes(null) ABC, Fox, NBC shows included — Cloud DVR Storage Capacity(hours) 50 hours — Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels) 65+ (Hulu+Live TV $76.99/mo) — Live TV Availability(channels) 90+ channels (Live TV add-on) — Simultaneous Device Streams(devices) 2 — Simultaneous Streams (Ad-Free Tier)(devices) 4 devices — | ||
| 4K/Ultra HD Availability(availability) | Available on premium tiers | — |
| Maximum Video Resolution(pixels) | 4K UHD (2160p) on Premium | 1080p (Standard/Premium) |
| 4K Content Available(yes/no) | Yes (premium tier) | — |
| Dolby Atmos Support(yes/no) | Yes | — |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations) | 32 nominations | — |
Show 2 more attributes4K/Ultra HD Available Titles(titles) 200+ titles — 4K Content Availability(% of library) 40% of titles — | ||
| Forward P/E Ratio(ratio) | 30 | — |
| 1-Year Stock Performance(%) | +0.82% | — |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(beta) | Higher than Disney | — |
| Live Sports Content(availability) | WWE Raw, NFL Christmas Day, exclusive live events | — |
| Major Franchises(count) | Original content focus with viral hits | — |
| Ecosystem Integration(platforms) | Standalone streaming platform | — |
| Content Curation Philosophy(approach) | Scale-driven with high volume content | — |
| Target Demographic(breadth) | Broad global audience across all demographics | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Netflix(winner) | 50+ million |
| Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions) | 282 million | — |
| Global Subscribers (2024)(millions) | 247 million | — |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 280+ million (2024)(winner) | 60+ million (2024) |
| Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions) | ~260 million Netflix subscribers | — |
| Content Strategy(type) | Scale-driven content warehouse | — |
| Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions) | 10.7 | — |
| Ad-Free Viewing | Available on Premium/Premium+ ($22.99) | — |
| 4K Content Library(titles) | ~2,000 titles | — |
| Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations) | 450+ nominations(winner) | 120+ nominations |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Nominations(nominations) | 91 nominations | — |
| Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations) | 98 nominations(winner) | 18 nominations |
| Content Production Quality (Studio Standard)(production value) | Professional studio productions ($10M+ per episode average for originals) | — |
Show 4 more attributes2026 Emmy-Contending Series(count) Tell Me Lies (7.2 rating) — 4K HDR Content Available(titles) 72% of library — Original Emmy Nominations (All-Time)(nominations) 120+ total — Original Series (2024 Emmy Wins)(awards) 19 Emmy wins — | ||
| Day-and-Date Theatrical Releases | No | — |
| Same-Day Theater Release Window(days) | 45+ days (no theatrical releases) | — |
| Annual Revenue (2025)(billion USD) | $45.18 billion | — |
| 5-Year Stock Performance(percent gain) | 86.30% | — |
| Annual Revenue(USD Billions) | $33.6B | — |
| Operating Margin(%) | 28.4% | — |
| Premium Subscribers (Jan 2026)(millions) | Undisclosed (declining) | — |
| Daily Active Users(millions) | ~122 million equivalent | — |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 55+ million | — |
| Monthly Active Users(millions) | ~0.25 billion | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 278 million | — |
| Daily Video Consumption(billion hours) | ~0.33 billion hours | — |
| Show Completion Rate (User Engagement)(percent) | 68% | — |
| Content Engagement vs Traditional(%) | Industry standard | — |
| Content Curation Method | Human + Algorithm | — |
| Mobile-First Features | Standard mobile app | — |
| User Satisfaction Score(%) | 87%(winner) | 76% |
| User Satisfaction Score(out of 5) | 8.2 | — |
| Recommendation Algorithm Accuracy(score out of 10) | 9.2/10 | — |
| Average User Satisfaction Rating(score out of 10) | 8.2/10 | — |
| Content Discovery Usability | Easier to browse and find content | — |
| Annual Revenue(billions USD) | Netflix | — |
| Year-over-Year Growth(percent) | Netflix | — |
| YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%) | 16% | — |
| App Installs (2026)(millions) | Netflix | — |
| 4K Available on Base Plan | No (Premium only) | — |
| 4K Ultra HD Availability(plan(s) included) | Premium tier only ($15.49+) | — |
| 4K HDR Coverage on Originals(%) | 35% | — |
| Average Video Bitrate (4K)(Mbps) | 15 Mbps | — |
| 4K Ultra HD Titles Available(titles) | 300+ | — |
Show 5 more attributes4K Content Available(yes/no) 2,000+ — 4K/HDR Support Yes, on Premium — 4K Streaming Included(null) Premium plan only — 4K Content Titles(% of library) ~15% of library in 4K — Maximum Video Resolution (Ad-Supported)(pixels) 1080p Full HD — | ||
| Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour) | 4-5 min/hour | — |
| Original Content Titles (2026)(count) | 5,000+ titles | — |
| Original Series(series) | 350+ | — |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 9,000+ | 10,000+(winner) |
| Original Titles Produced(titles) | 2,300+ | — |
| Original Exclusive Content Titles(count) | 2,100+ originals | — |
Show 14 more attributesTotal Available Content Hours(hours) 15,000+ hours — Total Movie Library Size(titles) ~5,500 movies — Music Content Included Limited music documentaries only — Original Series (2025)(series) 250+ 150+ Annual Original Content Production(titles) ~150 originals — International Content Originals (%)(percent) ~50% of originals — Franchise Exclusive Content (Titles)(major franchises) 0 (licensed only) — Total Title Library(titles) ~2,500 titles — Movie Library Size(films) 4,000 — Total Available Titles(titles) ~10,000+ — TV Show Episodes Available(episodes) 10,000+ — TV Series Available(titles) 8,000+ — On-Demand Content Titles(titles) 10,000+ — Total Titles Available(titles) 10,000+ — | ||
| Free Tier Availability(yes/no) | No | No free tier |
| Video Quality Maximum | 4K HDR (Premium tier) | — |
| Maximum Resolution (Premium Tier)(pixels) | 4K Ultra HD (2160p) | — |
| Maximum Video Quality | 4K/120fps (Premium) | — |
| Video Quality Support(max resolution) | 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos | — |
| Streaming Subscribers(millions) | 283M | — |
| Annual Content Spend(USD billions) | $17B | — |
| Theme Parks Globally(count) | 0 | — |
| Parks & Experiences Revenue(USD billions) | $0 | — |
| Merchandise Licensing Revenue(USD billions) | ~$0.1B | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | No free trial | 7 days(winner) |
| Free Trial Length(days) | 7 days | — |
| User Subscribers (Q3 2024)(millions) | 282.7 | — |
| Subscriber Base (2026)(millions) | 250+ | — |
| Nielsen Rankings (Jan 2026)(position) | Top 3 among streamers | — |
| Subscriber Count (Q4 2024)(millions) | ~60 million | — |
| Original Content Annual Budget(USD billions) | $17B | — |
| Original Series/Films Per Year(new originals) | 450+ originals | — |
| New Original Series Per Year(series) | 70+ | — |
| Original Series Per Year(series) | 25+ diverse originals | — |
| Global Subscriber Count(millions) | 282 million | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2023-2024)(awards) | 52 | — |
| Device Platform Support(platforms) | iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, web, Smart TVs, Game Consoles, Roku, Fire TV (universal support) | — |
| Monthly Subscriber Churn Rate(percent) | 2.4% | — |
| Original Content Produced (Annual)(titles) | 250+ | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Base Tier)(devices) | 1-2 streams | — |
| Countries Available(countries) | 190+ countries | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 52(winner) | 16 |
| Family/Kids Content Percentage(%) | 18% | — |
| Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions) | $33 billion | — |
| Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards) | 18 Emmy Awards | — |
| International Markets(countries) | 190+ countries | — |
| Countries with Service(countries) | 190+ countries | — |
| 2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 68 Emmy awards | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards(awards) | 8 Emmy Awards | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards for Originals(awards) | 44 wins | — |
| Emmy Awards (2024)(awards) | 27 wins | — |
| Ads Per Hour (Ad-Supported Tier)(minutes) | 4-5 minutes/hour | — |
| Live Sports Events Per Year(events) | 0 | — |
| Year Founded(year) | 1997 | — |
| Average User Rating(out of 5) | 4.1 / 5 | — |
| Family-Friendly Content %(percent) | 18% | — |
| Original Series Focus | Drama, comedy, sci-fi, documentaries, international | — |
| Maximum Streaming Quality(kbps / bitrate) | 4K HDR (2160p) | — |
| Annual Original Content Budget(billion USD) | $17 billion | — |
| Monthly New Releases(titles) | 20-25 | — |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations Won(count) | 248 | — |
| Live Sports Coverage | None | Limited (select events) |
| Premium Wrestling Events | Not included | — |
| Annual Content Investment Budget(USD billions) | $17 billion | — |
| Ad-Free Tier Availability | Yes, $15.49/month and $22.99/month tiers | — |
| Theatrical Release Window(days) | 30-90 days post-theater | — |
| Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 218 | — |
| Average Original Series Episode Budget(USD millions) | $8-12M | — |
| Global Subscriber Base (2025)(millions) | 282M | — |
| Minimum Contract Length(months) | Month-to-month | — |
| Watch Party Maximum Participants(people) | 8 participants (Watch Party) | — |
| App Merger Timeline(year) | Early 2026 | — |
| Same-Day Theatrical Releases | Limited | — |
| Content Library Size (Estimated)(titles) | 15,000+ | — |
| Merger/Platform Status (2026) | Standalone app ending, merging into Disney+ | — |
| Live TV Channels (Standard Plan)(channels) | 75+ | — |
| Cloud DVR Storage (Live TV)(storage) | Unlimited | — |
| Same-Day TV Episode Releases(availability) | Yes (ABC, NBC, Fox, FX) | — |
| Next-Day TV Episode Availability(shows with next-day) | 500+ current shows | — |
| TV Episode Next-Day Availability(hours after air) | Same-day/next-day (typically 8-24 hours) | — |
| Current-Season TV Episode Access(hours after air) | ~24 hours (next day) | — |
| Integrated Non-Streaming Benefits | None | — |
| Next-Day TV Show Episodes(available) | Yes (most series) | — |
| Average Monthly Ad Load (Ad-Supported)(minutes per hour) | 4-6 minutes | — |
| 4K Streaming Support(availability) | No | — |
| TV Episode Release Schedule(days) | Same-day or next-day | — |
| Free Shipping Benefit | No | — |
| NFL Game Availability(games/season) | 0 games (requires ESPN+ add-on) | — |
| Max Simultaneous Streams(devices) | 4 devices | — |
| Live TV Channels (with add-on)(channels) | 90+ channels | — |
| Bundle Option Available | Yes (Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu) | — |
| Content Age Rating Range(rating system) | TV-MA to TV-Y (all ratings) | — |
NetflixHuluMonthly Price (Ad-free)(USD)
$15.49
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Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$15.49
$17.99
Bundle Deal Availability(boolean)
Verizon option ($10.99)
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Included Membership Benefits
None
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Bundle Value Savings(USD/month)
No bundle available
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Bundle Cost with Music & Cloud(USD/month)
N/A
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Bundle Inclusions
Disney+, ESPN+, FX content
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Bundle Monthly Savings(USD)
None
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Subscribers
260M+
50M+
User Base Size(millions of developers)
51.6 (Q4 2024)
—
Content Budget(USD/year)
$17 Billion
$2.5 Billion
Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio)
>1.4 (higher volatility)
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Forward P/E Ratio(multiple)
30x (reduced from prior quarters)
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Entry-Level Monthly Price(USD)
$7.99
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Premium Ad-Free Tier Price(USD)
$15.49
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Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD)
$15.49
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Base Monthly Price (2026)(USD)
$6.99
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Entry-Level Monthly Cost(USD)
$7.99
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Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$24.99
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Basic Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$6.99/month
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Premium Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD)
$22.99/month
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Minimum Monthly Cost(USD)
$6.99
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Basic Plan Price(USD/month)
$6.99
$7.99
Premium Ad-Free Plan(USD/month)
$22.99
$14.99
Price (Base Plan)(USD/month)
Netflix
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Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$7.99/month
$7.99/month
Monthly Subscription (Premium/No Ads)(USD)
$24.99/month
—
Lowest Monthly Price(USD)
$6.99
—
Premium Ad-Free Plan Price(USD/month)
$22.99
$14.99
Monthly Cost (Premium Ad-Free Plan)(USD)
$15.49
—
Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD)
$22.99
—
Entry-Level Price with Ads(USD/month)
$6.99/month
—
Ad-Free Premium Price(USD/month)
$22.99/month
$24.99
Monthly Price (Standard/Ad-Free)(USD)
$15.49
—
Cheapest Plan Price(USD)
$6.99 (with ads)
—
Monthly Subscription (Standard Tier)(USD)
$15.49
—
Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD)
$6.99
—
Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD)
$6.99
$7.99
Premium Tier Monthly Price(USD)
$22.99
$14.99
Premium/No-Ad Monthly Price(USD)
$22.99
—
Base Monthly Cost (US)(USD)
$6.99 (ad-supported)
—
Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free US)(USD)
$15.49
—
Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD)
$6.99/month
—
Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD)
$15.49/month
—
Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD)
$120
—
Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD)
$15.49
—
Base Monthly Price(USD)
$6.99
$7.99 (with ads)
Standard Tier Price(USD/month)
$15.49
—
Premium Tier Price(USD/month)
$22.99
—
Base Subscription Price (No Ads)(USD/month)
$15.49
—
Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD)
$15.49
—
Ad-Free Plan Availability
Yes ($15.49/month)
—
Standard Monthly Price (USD)(USD)
$15.49 (ad-free) / $6.99 (with ads)
—
Free Trial Duration(uses)
0 (none as of 2023)
—
Ad-Supported Base Plan Monthly Price(USD)
$6.99
—
Premium Ad-Free Plan Monthly Price(USD)
$22.99
—
Monthly Base Price (No Ads)(USD)
$6.99
—
Premium Tier with All Features(USD/month)
$22.99
—
Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD)
$15.49
$14.99
Base Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD)
$15.49/month
—
Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard/Ad-Free US Plan)(USD)
$15.49
—
Monthly Subscription Price (Base Tier)(USD)
$6.99
—
Monthly Price (Ad-Free, Standard Tier)(USD)
$15.49
—
Monthly Subscription (Lowest Tier)(USD)
$6.99 (with ads)
—
Ad-Free Premium Tier(USD/month)
$15.49
—
Ad-Supported Plan Price(USD/month)
$6.99
$7.99
Standard Monthly Price (US)(USD)
$15.49 (with ads $6.99)
—
Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free, US)(USD)
$15.49
—
Base Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month)
$6.99
—
Premium Tier Price (4K/Full Features)(USD/month)
$22.99 (4K required)
—
Ad-Tier Monthly Cost(USD/month)
$6.99
—
Premium Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD)
$15.49
—
Standard Tier Monthly Cost (US)(USD)
$15.49/month
—
Ad-Supported Tier Cost (US)(USD)
$6.99/month
—
Budget Ad-Supported Tier(USD/month)
$6.99
—
Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$22.99
$14.99
Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD)
$6.99
$7.99
Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Plan)(USD)
$22.99
$14.99
Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$6.99
$7.99
Monthly Price (Premium/No Ads)(USD)
$22.99
—
Monthly Subscription Cost (Ad-Free)(USD)
$15.49
$14.99
Starting Price (Ad-Supported Plan)(USD/month)
$6.99
—
Premium Plan Price (Ad-Free, 2 Screens)(USD/month)
$15.49
—
Ad-Free Premium Tier Cost(USD)
$22.99
$14.99
Monthly Price (Ad-Free Standard)(USD)
$15.49
—
Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Standard)(USD)
$15.49
—
Lowest Tier Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month)
$6.99
—
Premium Plan with 4K (Highest Tier)(USD/month)
$22.99
—
Monthly Subscription Cost (US)(USD)
$6.99–$15.49
—
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
—
Premium Subscription Price (Ad-Free)(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
—
Hulu + Live TV / All-In Bundle Cost(USD/month)
$119.99 (with ads, includes Disney+ & ESPN+)
—
Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$14.99
—
Ad-Supported Base Price(USD/month)
$7.99
—
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+)
—
Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD)
$7.99
—
Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Tier)(USD)
$7.99/month (with ads)
—
Base Subscription Cost(USD/month)
$7.99
—
Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD)
$7.99
—
Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Tier)(USD)
$14.99
—
Base Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$7.99
—
Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD)
$14.99
—
Bundle Price (All Streaming Services)(USD/month)
$14.99 (Disney+/ESPN+ bundle)
—
Entry Cost (Monthly)(USD)
$7.99
—
Ad-Free Plan Cost (Monthly)(USD)
$15.99
—
Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD)
$14.99/month
—
Ad-Supported Plan Cost(USD)
$8.99
—
Global Country Availability(countries)
190+
—
Countries/Regions Available(countries)
190+ countries
—
Global Availability(countries)
190
—
Live Sports Programming(availability)
Limited
—
Original Content Releases in January 2026(count)
Multiple scheduled
—
Live Sports Programming(events per month)
NFL, WWE Raw, major events
—
Original Series Released (2025)(count)
60+ original series
—
Franchise IP Library(franchises)
Originals-focused, limited legacy franchises
—
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Content Library Size(titles)
15,000+
—
Live TV Channels(channels)
0 (on-demand only)
—
Original Content Focus (2026)
High (comedies, young adult priority)
—
4K Content Library Size(comparative)
Largest available
—
HBO Content Access(boolean)
Not included
—
Theatrical Release Integration(boolean)
Limited
—
Total Titles Available(titles)
~12,500 titles
—
Original Productions Per Year(productions)
250+ originals
—
International Original Series(count)
Extensive global coverage
—
Content Library Size(titles)
Netflix
4,000+ titles
Content Update Frequency(releases per week)
Netflix
—
Total Library Size(titles)
15,000
—
Premium Films Library(major films)
Wide variety across genres
—
Original Content Release Frequency
Weekly/bi-weekly
—
Music Library Size(millions of tracks)
No music library
—
Original Series Produced Annually(series)
150+
42 originals
Annual Content Investment(USD billions)
$17 billion (2025)
—
Live Sports Events Available(leagues)
Limited (documentaries only)
—
Original Content Library(titles)
2,500+ titles
—
Warner Bros Film Releases
Limited, delayed 45 days post-theatrical
—
Theatrical Film Releases (2024)(count)
0
—
Original Series Released (2024)(series)
156
—
Same-Day TV Episode Coverage(percent of shows)
8%
95%
New Film Theatrical Window(days)
45-90 days varies
—
Live Sports Events (Annual)(events)
0 events
—
Original Series Count(series)
2,100+ originals
1,000+
Content Library Size(millions or channels)
8,000+ titles globally
~1,900 titles
Original Series Released (2025)(series)
142
—
Live TV Channels(channels)
0
0 (base plan)
Original Content Awards (2024)(Emmy nominations)
120+
—
Original Series (2024-2025)(series)
87 series
38+
Original Content Production (Annual)(titles)
120+
—
Original Series (2024)(major releases)
62
—
Next-Day TV Show Access(availability)
Limited (select shows)
Full (most networks)
Original Content Produced Annually(series/films)
250+ series and films
—
Total On-Demand Content Library(titles)
15,000+
10,000+
Original Series Released Annually(series)
85 (2024)
42 (2024)
Total Titles in Library(titles)
12,800+
—
Original Content Released Per Year(titles)
270+
—
Original Content Library Size(titles)
10,000+ titles
—
Total Content Library(titles)
10,000+
8,500+
Original Content Released Annually(series/films)
80+
—
Content Age Rating Focus(null)
All ages including mature (TV-MA, R-rated)
—
Total Content Library Size(titles or videos)
~6,000 titles
10,000+
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+
—
Sports Content Availability
ESPN+ with premium sports
—
Exclusive Sports Rights
Via ESPN+ partnership
—
Current TV Episode Availability
Next-day episodes of current shows
—
On-Demand Content Library Size(titles)
10,000+
—
Annual Content Budget(USD billions)
$2.7B
—
Original Series Library(series)
450+
—
Next-Day TV Episode Access
900+ series
—
On-Demand Content Library(titles)
10,000+
—
On-Demand Title Library(titles)
10,000+
—
Live Sports Access
Limited (requires add-ons)
—
Movie Library(titles)
1,800+ films
—
Same-Day TV Episodes(shows)
200+ shows
—
Same/Next-Day Network TV Episodes(shows)
500+ shows
—
Warner Bros Theatrical Films/Year(films)
0-5 films
—
Original Content Investment (Annual)(USD millions)
$2,500
—
Live TV Available
Yes (add-on)
—
On-Demand Titles(titles)
10,000+
—
Simultaneous Device Streaming(devices)
Up to 4 screens
—
Password Sharing Policy(text)
Restricted with extra fees
—
Unlimited DVR
Premium+ tier only
—
Family Sharing Accounts(profiles)
Limited (varies by plan)
—
Offline Download Feature(boolean)
Yes, all plans
—
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Mobile Innovation (2026)(feature)
Vertical video feed expanding
—
Live Sports Availability
Not available
—
Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens)
4 screens
—
Password Sharing Outside Household
Restricted to household only
—
Gaming Features Integrated
Full gaming catalog included
—
Download Availability (Offline)
Available on all paid plans
—
Live TV Channels(channels)
0 channels
75+ channels
Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens)
Netflix
2 screens
Maximum Concurrent Streams(screens)
4 (Premium)
—
Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens)
4 screens
—
Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(streams)
4
2
Offline Download Access
All plans
—
Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(screens)
2
2 screens
Live TV Channels (with Live Bundle)(channels)
None
90+
Offline Download Support
All tiers
Premium tier only
Mobile Gaming Library(games included)
75+ games (no extra cost)
—
Offline Downloads
Yes (Standard+)
—
Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(streams)
2
2
Simultaneous Streams Allowed(devices)
4 (Premium tier)
—
Offline Download Capability
Yes (4 devices)
All tiers
Cloud DVR Storage(hours)
Not available
50 hours
Simultaneous Streams (Standard)(screens)
2 screens
—
Simultaneous Streams Per Account(screens)
Up to 4 screens (Premium plan)
—
Offline Download Feature
Available on Premium plan
—
Background Audio Playback
Not available
—
Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(streams)
2 streams
—
Free Tier Available
No
—
Simultaneous Streams(streams)
1-4 (tier dependent)
2 screens
Simultaneous Streams on Premium Tier(devices)
4
—
Live Sports Programming(availability)
None (US market)
—
Live TV Bundle Available(yes/no)
No
Yes (75+ channels)
Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams)
4 screens
2 screens (ad tier) / 4 screens (ad-free)
Maximum Simultaneous Screens (Base Plan)(screens)
1 screen
2 screens
Live TV Channels Included(channels)
0 (not available)
95+ (with Hulu + Live TV)
Live Sports Available
None
—
Simultaneous Screens (Top Tier)(screens)
4 screens
—
Download Capability
Available (select titles)
—
Maximum Simultaneous Streams (Standard Tier)(screens)
2 screens
—
Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams)
4 streams
2
User Profiles Per Account(profiles)
4 profiles
6
Advertising in Standard Tier
4-6 ads/hour in Basic plan
—
Simultaneous Streams (Standard/Base Plan)(screens)
2 screens
—
Offline Download Limit(songs per device)
100+
—
Ad-Free Viewing Availability
Yes (ad-supported and premium tiers)
—
Background Play on Mobile
No
—
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
—
Mobile Download Feature(yes/no)
Yes
—
Bundle Options
Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu
—
Watch Party Co-Viewing Feature
Included (Hulu Watch Party)
—
Maximum User Profiles(profiles)
6
—
Live TV Option Available(yes/no)
Yes (add-on: $14.99/mo)
—
Live TV Channels (with Live TV Plan)(count)
90+ channels
—
Disney Bundle Compatibility
Yes ($14.99/month with Disney+/ESPN+)
—
Current-Season TV Episodes Access(days after air date)
Next-day (24 hours)
—
Live TV Option
Available ($76.99/month add-on)
—
Next-Day Network TV Episodes(null)
ABC, Fox, NBC shows included
—
Cloud DVR Storage Capacity(hours)
50 hours
—
Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels)
65+ (Hulu+Live TV $76.99/mo)
—
Live TV Availability(channels)
90+ channels (Live TV add-on)
—
Simultaneous Device Streams(devices)
2
—
Simultaneous Streams (Ad-Free Tier)(devices)
4 devices
—
4K/Ultra HD Availability(availability)
Available on premium tiers
—
Maximum Video Resolution(pixels)
4K UHD (2160p) on Premium
1080p (Standard/Premium)
4K Content Available(yes/no)
Yes (premium tier)
—
Dolby Atmos Support(yes/no)
Yes
—
2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations)
32 nominations
—
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4K/Ultra HD Available Titles(titles)
200+ titles
—
4K Content Availability(% of library)
40% of titles
—
Forward P/E Ratio(ratio)
30
—
1-Year Stock Performance(%)
+0.82%
—
Stock Beta (Volatility)(beta)
Higher than Disney
—
Live Sports Content(availability)
WWE Raw, NFL Christmas Day, exclusive live events
—
Major Franchises(count)
Original content focus with viral hits
—
Ecosystem Integration(platforms)
Standalone streaming platform
—
Content Curation Philosophy(approach)
Scale-driven with high volume content
—
Target Demographic(breadth)
Broad global audience across all demographics
—
Global Subscribers(millions)
Netflix
50+ million
Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions)
282 million
—
Global Subscribers (2024)(millions)
247 million
—
Global Subscriber Base(millions)
280+ million (2024)
60+ million (2024)
Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions)
~260 million Netflix subscribers
—
Content Strategy(type)
Scale-driven content warehouse
—
Nightly TV Viewership Average (2026)(millions)
10.7
—
Ad-Free Viewing
Available on Premium/Premium+ ($22.99)
—
4K Content Library(titles)
~2,000 titles
—
Original Content Awards(Emmy nominations)
450+ nominations
120+ nominations
2024 Emmy Awards Nominations(nominations)
91 nominations
—
Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations)
98 nominations
18 nominations
Content Production Quality (Studio Standard)(production value)
Professional studio productions ($10M+ per episode average for originals)
—
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2026 Emmy-Contending Series(count)
Tell Me Lies (7.2 rating)
—
4K HDR Content Available(titles)
72% of library
—
Original Emmy Nominations (All-Time)(nominations)
120+ total
—
Original Series (2024 Emmy Wins)(awards)
19 Emmy wins
—
Day-and-Date Theatrical Releases
No
—
Same-Day Theater Release Window(days)
45+ days (no theatrical releases)
—
Annual Revenue (2025)(billion USD)
$45.18 billion
—
5-Year Stock Performance(percent gain)
86.30%
—
Annual Revenue(USD Billions)
$33.6B
—
Operating Margin(%)
28.4%
—
Premium Subscribers (Jan 2026)(millions)
Undisclosed (declining)
—
Daily Active Users(millions)
~122 million equivalent
—
Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions)
55+ million
—
Monthly Active Users(millions)
~0.25 billion
—
Global Subscribers(millions)
278 million
—
Daily Video Consumption(billion hours)
~0.33 billion hours
—
Show Completion Rate (User Engagement)(percent)
68%
—
Content Engagement vs Traditional(%)
Industry standard
—
Content Curation Method
Human + Algorithm
—
Mobile-First Features
Standard mobile app
—
User Satisfaction Score(%)
87%
76%
User Satisfaction Score(out of 5)
8.2
—
Recommendation Algorithm Accuracy(score out of 10)
9.2/10
—
Average User Satisfaction Rating(score out of 10)
8.2/10
—
Content Discovery Usability
Easier to browse and find content
—
Annual Revenue(billions USD)
Netflix
—
Year-over-Year Growth(percent)
Netflix
—
YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%)
16%
—
App Installs (2026)(millions)
Netflix
—
4K Available on Base Plan
No (Premium only)
—
4K Ultra HD Availability(plan(s) included)
Premium tier only ($15.49+)
—
4K HDR Coverage on Originals(%)
35%
—
Average Video Bitrate (4K)(Mbps)
15 Mbps
—
4K Ultra HD Titles Available(titles)
300+
—
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4K Content Available(yes/no)
2,000+
—
4K/HDR Support
Yes, on Premium
—
4K Streaming Included(null)
Premium plan only
—
4K Content Titles(% of library)
~15% of library in 4K
—
Maximum Video Resolution (Ad-Supported)(pixels)
1080p Full HD
—
Ad Duration on Ad-Supported Plan(minutes/hour)
4-5 min/hour
—
Original Content Titles (2026)(count)
5,000+ titles
—
Original Series(series)
350+
—
Total Content Titles(titles)
9,000+
10,000+
Original Titles Produced(titles)
2,300+
—
Original Exclusive Content Titles(count)
2,100+ originals
—
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Total Available Content Hours(hours)
15,000+ hours
—
Total Movie Library Size(titles)
~5,500 movies
—
Music Content Included
Limited music documentaries only
—
Original Series (2025)(series)
250+
150+
Annual Original Content Production(titles)
~150 originals
—
International Content Originals (%)(percent)
~50% of originals
—
Franchise Exclusive Content (Titles)(major franchises)
0 (licensed only)
—
Total Title Library(titles)
~2,500 titles
—
Movie Library Size(films)
4,000
—
Total Available Titles(titles)
~10,000+
—
TV Show Episodes Available(episodes)
10,000+
—
TV Series Available(titles)
8,000+
—
On-Demand Content Titles(titles)
10,000+
—
Total Titles Available(titles)
10,000+
—
Free Tier Availability(yes/no)
No
No free tier
Video Quality Maximum
4K HDR (Premium tier)
—
Maximum Resolution (Premium Tier)(pixels)
4K Ultra HD (2160p)
—
Maximum Video Quality
4K/120fps (Premium)
—
Video Quality Support(max resolution)
4K HDR, Dolby Atmos
—
Streaming Subscribers(millions)
283M
—
Annual Content Spend(USD billions)
$17B
—
Theme Parks Globally(count)
0
—
Parks & Experiences Revenue(USD billions)
$0
—
Merchandise Licensing Revenue(USD billions)
~$0.1B
—
Free Trial Period(days)
No free trial
7 days
Free Trial Length(days)
7 days
—
User Subscribers (Q3 2024)(millions)
282.7
—
Subscriber Base (2026)(millions)
250+
—
Nielsen Rankings (Jan 2026)(position)
Top 3 among streamers
—
Subscriber Count (Q4 2024)(millions)
~60 million
—
Original Content Annual Budget(USD billions)
$17B
—
Original Series/Films Per Year(new originals)
450+ originals
—
New Original Series Per Year(series)
70+
—
Original Series Per Year(series)
25+ diverse originals
—
Global Subscriber Count(millions)
282 million
—
Emmy Awards Won (2023-2024)(awards)
52
—
Device Platform Support(platforms)
iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, web, Smart TVs, Game Consoles, Roku, Fire TV (universal support)
—
Monthly Subscriber Churn Rate(percent)
2.4%
—
Original Content Produced (Annual)(titles)
250+
—
Simultaneous Streams (Base Tier)(devices)
1-2 streams
—
Countries Available(countries)
190+ countries
—
2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
52
16
Family/Kids Content Percentage(%)
18%
—
Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions)
$33 billion
—
Emmy Awards Won (2024)(awards)
18 Emmy Awards
—
International Markets(countries)
190+ countries
—
Countries with Service(countries)
190+ countries
—
2025 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
68 Emmy awards
—
2024 Emmy Awards(awards)
8 Emmy Awards
—
2024 Emmy Awards for Originals(awards)
44 wins
—
Emmy Awards (2024)(awards)
27 wins
—
Ads Per Hour (Ad-Supported Tier)(minutes)
4-5 minutes/hour
—
Live Sports Events Per Year(events)
0
—
Year Founded(year)
1997
—
Average User Rating(out of 5)
4.1 / 5
—
Family-Friendly Content %(percent)
18%
—
Original Series Focus
Drama, comedy, sci-fi, documentaries, international
—
Maximum Streaming Quality(kbps / bitrate)
4K HDR (2160p)
—
Annual Original Content Budget(billion USD)
$17 billion
—
Monthly New Releases(titles)
20-25
—
2024 Emmy Nominations Won(count)
248
—
Live Sports Coverage
None
Limited (select events)
Premium Wrestling Events
Not included
—
Annual Content Investment Budget(USD billions)
$17 billion
—
Ad-Free Tier Availability
Yes, $15.49/month and $22.99/month tiers
—
Theatrical Release Window(days)
30-90 days post-theater
—
Emmy Awards Won(awards)
218
—
Average Original Series Episode Budget(USD millions)
$8-12M
—
Global Subscriber Base (2025)(millions)
282M
—
Minimum Contract Length(months)
Month-to-month
—
Watch Party Maximum Participants(people)
8 participants (Watch Party)
—
App Merger Timeline(year)
Early 2026
—
Same-Day Theatrical Releases
Limited
—
Content Library Size (Estimated)(titles)
15,000+
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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+
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Cloud DVR Storage (Live TV)(storage)
Unlimited
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Same-Day TV Episode Releases(availability)
Yes (ABC, NBC, Fox, FX)
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Next-Day TV Episode Availability(shows with next-day)
500+ current shows
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TV Episode Next-Day Availability(hours after air)
Same-day/next-day (typically 8-24 hours)
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Current-Season TV Episode Access(hours after air)
~24 hours (next day)
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Integrated Non-Streaming Benefits
None
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Next-Day TV Show Episodes(available)
Yes (most series)
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Average Monthly Ad Load (Ad-Supported)(minutes per hour)
4-6 minutes
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4K Streaming Support(availability)
No
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TV Episode Release Schedule(days)
Same-day or next-day
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Free Shipping Benefit
No
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NFL Game Availability(games/season)
0 games (requires ESPN+ add-on)
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Max Simultaneous Streams(devices)
4 devices
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Live TV Channels (with add-on)(channels)
90+ channels
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Bundle Option Available
Yes (Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu)
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Content Age Rating Range(rating system)
TV-MA to TV-Y (all ratings)
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·6 cons across both
Netflix
+5-3
Pros
Largest content library with 12,800+ titles across all genres
150+ original series produced annually with Emmy-winning productions
Lowest ad-free tier at $6.99/month with Standard at $15.49/month
Offline downloads available on all subscription tiers
Advanced AI-driven recommendation algorithm personalizes 98% of homepage content
Cons
Limited same-day TV episode releases compared to broadcast competitors
4K content restricted to $22.99/month Premium tier
Password sharing crackdown reduced household reach since 2024
Hulu
+5-3
Pros
Next-day access to episodes from NBC, ABC, Fox, and Disney networks (95% of shows)
Live TV bundle includes 90+ live channels starting at $89.99/month
Lower premium tier at $14.99/month (vs Netflix's $22.99) covers all content 1080p
Integrated Disney+ and ESPN+ bundle option at $14.99/month for three services
Seasonal content from major broadcast networks updated daily
Cons
Smaller overall library at 9,200+ titles (27% fewer than Netflix)
Offline downloads limited to Premium tier only
Ad-supported tier at $7.99/month includes aggressive mid-roll ads (average 4 per 30-min episode)
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
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Hulu's ad-supported plan ($7.99/mo) is slightly more expensive than Netflix's ad-supported plan ($6.99/mo). However, Hulu's Disney Bundle ($14.99/mo) offering three services beats Netflix's comparable tier in value.
Yes, Hulu + Live TV ($82.99/month) includes 90+ live channels including ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, ESPN, and CNN. Netflix has no live TV option.
Netflix has significantly more original programming with a larger budget (~$17B/year vs Hulu's ~$3B). Netflix originals like Stranger Things, The Crown, and Ozark have broader global recognition.
Most current network TV seasons are not on Netflix; they appear months or years later if at all. Hulu adds new episodes the day after they air, making it better for staying current.
For families with children or sports fans, yes. The Disney Bundle ($14.99/mo) gives Hulu + Disney+ + ESPN+ — three services for less than two Netflix Standard plans.
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