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Paramount+ vs Peacock 2026: Comparison & Winner
Paramount+
Streaming service offering CBS, MTV, BET, Comedy Central content plus live TV and sports.
Movie enthusiasts, CBS fans, and cord-cutters seeking traditional entertainment
Score57%
VS
Peacock
NBC/Universal streaming service with live sports, news, and integrated broadcast content
Sports enthusiasts, NBC/Bravo fans, and viewers seeking innovative streaming features
Score57%
160 attributes8 differences14 pros/cons
Quick Answer
AI SummaryPeacock vs Paramount+ (Paramount Plus) in 2026: here's the head-to-head on live sports, movie libraries, and price to settle which streaming service wins. Paramount+ and Peacock are competing streaming services in 2026, with Paramount+ offering stronger content from CBS, MTV, and movies, while Peacock excels in live sports and NBC programming. Both have grown substantially, with Paramount+ at 55.9 million subscribers and Peacock at 46 million paying subscribers, making the choice dependent on your content preferences and budget.
Read full verdictParamount+ leads in overall subscriber numbers and content volume with its vast movie and series library, making it ideal for mainstream entertainment. Peacock differentiates itself through live sports coverage and innovative viewing features, appealing to sports enthusiasts and NBC/Bravo fans. Your choice depends on whether you prioritize cinematic content and traditional series (Paramount+) or live sports and interactive features (Peacock).
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Subscriber Base:✓ Paramount+ wins(55.9 million global subscribers vs 46 million paying subscribers)
- Viewing Hours (Annual):✓ Paramount+ wins(10.4 billion hours (up 22% YoY) vs Data not disclosed)
- Primary Content Focus:CBS shows, movies, Paramount films vs NBC programming, live sports, Olympics
Key Facts & Figures
104 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Paramount+ | Peacock | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Paramount+ | Peacock | |
| Annual Viewing Hours(billions) | Paramount+ | Peacock | — |
| YoY Growth Rate(percent) | Paramount+ | Peacock | — |
| Viewer Engagement Boost(percent) | Paramount+ | Peacock | — |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) | $5.99 | $5.99 | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $13.99 | $11.99 | |
| Total Content Library(titles) | 16,000+ | 4,200+ | |
| Original Series (2024-2025)(series) | 28 new originals | 18 new originals | |
| 4K HDR Content Available(titles) | 60% of library | — | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 7 days | — | — |
| Premium Monthly Price (USD)(USD) | $11.99 | $5.99 | |
| Movie Library Size(films) | 4,200+ films | 2,800+ films | |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams) | 4 screens | 4 screens | |
| Annual Premium Cost(USD) | $143.88/year | $71.88/year | |
| Base Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $5.99 | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Movie Library(titles) | 2,500+ films | — | — |
| Original Series Count(series) | 42 originals | 90+ | |
| Live TV Channels(channels) | 0 (streaming only) | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Ad-Free Tier)(devices) | 4 devices | — | — |
| NFL Game Availability(games/season) | 13+ Thursday Night games | — | — |
| Same-Day TV Episodes(shows) | 50+ shows | — | — |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 60 million | 36 | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price (US)(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Live TV Channels Included(channels) | 70+ | — | — |
| Original Content Produced Annually(series/films) | 85+ | — | — |
| Film Library Size(titles (estimated)) | 3,500+ | — | — |
| Annual Revenue(USD billions) | $7 billion | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Premium)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Monthly Cost (With Ads)(USD) | $5.99 | $5.99 | |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 9,000+ | 9,000+ | |
| 2024 Emmy Award Wins(awards) | 12 | 12 | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Simultaneous Streams(count) | 4 simultaneous | 4 simultaneous | |
| Original Series Count(active) | 45+ | 45+ | |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 7 days | 7 days | |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | 15,000+ | 15,000+ | |
| Theatrical Release Window(months) | 45 days exclusive | 45 days exclusive | |
| Paying Subscribers(millions) | 46 million | 46 million | |
| Subscription Pricing(USD/month) | $5.99-$11.99 | $5.99-$11.99 | |
| User Engagement(percent increase) | 25% more content engagement vs traditional TV | 25% more content engagement vs traditional TV | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $4.99 | $4.99 | |
| Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD) | $9.99 | $9.99 | |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 46 million | 46 million | |
| Content Engagement vs Traditional(%) | 25% more than NBC viewers | 25% more than NBC viewers | |
| Monthly Price (Basic/Select Tier)(USD) | $7.99 | $7.99 | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free Premium Tier)(USD) | $16.99 | $16.99 | |
| Annual Plan Cost (Premium)(USD) | $169.99 (estimated) | $169.99 (estimated) | |
| Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Original Series Produced Annually(series) | 85+ | 85+ | |
| Annual Content Investment(USD billions) | $2.5B | $2.5B | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(streams) | 4 | 4 | |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $5.99 | $5.99 | |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 36 million | 36 million | |
| On-Demand Movie Titles(titles) | ~3,000 | ~3,000 | |
| Original Series Launched (2025)(series) | 50+ | 50+ | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium Plan)(screens) | 4 devices | 4 devices | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) | $13.99 | $13.99 | |
| 4K/HDR Content Coverage(percent of library) | 45% | 45% | |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 18 Emmy awards | 18 Emmy awards | |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(screens) | 4 concurrent streams (Premium+) | 4 concurrent streams (Premium+) | |
| Monthly Cost (Standard Tier)(USD) | $0 (Ad-supported) / $5.99 (Premium) | $0 (Ad-supported) / $5.99 (Premium) | |
| Ad Minutes per Hour(minutes) | 4-6 minutes (Free tier) | 4-6 minutes (Free tier) | |
| Simultaneous Streams(streams) | 4 (Premium plan) | 4 (Premium plan) | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month) | $7.99/month (Peacock Premium) | $7.99/month (Peacock Premium) | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month) | $13.99/month (Peacock Premium Plus) | $13.99/month (Peacock Premium Plus) | |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 46 million | 46 million | |
| Content Library Size(titles) | ~5,000+ titles | ~5,000+ titles | |
| Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD) | Free | Free | |
| Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD) | $11.99/month | $11.99/month | |
| Original Series(series) | 80+ | 80+ | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(screens) | 1 device | 1 device | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Tier)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Budget Tier Cost(USD) | $5.99 (with ads) | $5.99 (with ads) | |
| Original Series & Films(count) | ~450+ originals | ~450+ originals | |
| Emmy Awards (2023-2025)(awards) | 28 Emmys | 28 Emmys | |
| Free Trial Duration(uses) | 7 days | 7 days | |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD) | $5.99 | $5.99 | |
| Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| On-Demand Title Library(titles) | 8,500+ | 8,500+ | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams) | 4 | 4 | |
| Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels) | 40+ (included Premium) | 40+ (included Premium) | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD) | $5.99 | $5.99 | |
| Total Content Library Size(titles or videos) | 70,000+ hours | 70,000+ hours | |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations) | 23 | 23 | |
| Family-Friendly Content(percent of library) | ~35% | ~35% | |
| Simultaneous Streams Allowed(devices) | 4 (Premium tier) | 4 (Premium tier) | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Annual Original Content Budget(billion USD) | $2.5 billion | $2.5 billion | |
| 4K Ultra HD Titles(titles) | 300+ | 300+ | |
| Premium Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Budget Ad-Supported Tier(USD/month) | $5.99 | $5.99 | |
| Original Series Released Annually(series) | 45+ | 45+ | |
| Countries Available(countries) | 40 countries | 40 countries | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Premium Tier)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Original Series & Films (Emmy Nominations 2023-2024)(nominations) | 8 nominations | 8 nominations | |
| Geographic Availability(countries) | United States only | United States only | |
| On-Demand Content Titles(titles) | 15,000+ | 15,000+ | |
| Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations) | 7 nominations | 7 nominations | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $5.99 | $5.99 | |
| Monthly Price (Premium/No Ads)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Global Subscriber Count(millions) | 36 | 36 | |
| Original Series Released (2025)(series) | 28 | 28 |
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Key Differences
8 attributes compared head-to-head
Paramount+ leads1 tie
Paramount+
Attribute
Peacock
- 55.9 million global subscribers(winner)Subscriber Base46 million paying subscribers
- 10.4 billion hours (up 22% YoY)(winner)Viewing Hours (Annual)Data not disclosed
- CBS shows, movies, Paramount filmsPrimary Content FocusNBC programming, live sports, Olympics
- Limited sports contentLive Sports CoverageNBA, Winter Olympics, extensive live events(winner)
- Strong CBS/Paramount franchises(winner)Original Series QualityBravo originals, NBC content
- Standard streaming interfaceInnovative FeaturesVertical video for live events, personalized feeds(winner)
- Extensive Paramount film catalog(winner)Movie LibraryLimited film selection
- Consistent growth trajectoryUser Engagement25% more content engagement than traditional TV(winner)
- Subscriber Base
Paramount+
55.9 million global subscribers(winner)
Peacock
46 million paying subscribers
- Viewing Hours (Annual)
Paramount+
10.4 billion hours (up 22% YoY)(winner)
Peacock
Data not disclosed
- Primary Content Focus
Paramount+
CBS shows, movies, Paramount films
Peacock
NBC programming, live sports, Olympics
- Live Sports Coverage
Paramount+
Limited sports content
Peacock
NBA, Winter Olympics, extensive live events(winner)
- Original Series Quality
Paramount+
Strong CBS/Paramount franchises(winner)
Peacock
Bravo originals, NBC content
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Paramount+ | Peacock |
|---|---|---|
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Paramount+(winner) | Peacock |
| Global Subscriber Base(millions) | 60 million(winner) | 36 |
| Annual Viewing Hours(billions) | Paramount+ | Peacock |
| Viewer Engagement Boost(percent) | Paramount+ | Peacock |
| Content Engagement vs Traditional(%) | 25% more than NBC viewers | — |
| YoY Growth Rate(percent) | Paramount+ | Peacock |
| Live Sports Coverage | Paramount+ | Peacock |
| Movie Library Size | Paramount+ | Peacock |
| Original Content Strength | Paramount+ | Peacock |
| Total Content Library(titles) | 16,000+(winner) | 4,200+ |
| Original Series (2024-2025)(series) | 28 new originals(winner) | 18 new originals |
Show 28 more attributesMovie Library(titles) 2,500+ films — Original Series Count(series) 42 originals 90+ Live TV Channels(channels) 0 (streaming only) — Same-Day TV Episodes(shows) 50+ shows — Original Content Produced Annually(series/films) 85+ — Film Library Size(titles (estimated)) 3,500+ — Franchise Content Diversity(major franchises) Star Trek, Halo, Yellowstone, Godfather — Original Series Count(active) 45+ — Sports Content Coverage(categories) Premier (WWE, Olympics, NFL) — Total Content Library Size(titles) 15,000+ — Theatrical Release Window(months) 45 days exclusive — Live Sports Content NBA, NFL, Winter Olympics, Summer Olympics — Original Series Quality Strong NBC franchises — Content Release Frequency Regular updates, weekly sports — Exclusive Sports Rights NBA, Olympics, select NFL — Exclusive 2026 Live Features(features) Courtside Live, Rinkside Live, Multiview — Original Series Produced Annually(series) 85+ — Annual Content Investment(USD billions) $2.5B — Live Sports Events Available(leagues) 4+ (NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics) — Next-Day TV Episode Access Yes (NBC, Bravo, Universal networks) — Original Series & Films(count) ~450+ originals — On-Demand Title Library(titles) 8,500+ — Live Sports Access Comprehensive (Premier League, WWE, NHL, NFL) — Total Content Library Size(titles or videos) 70,000+ hours — Family-Friendly Content(percent of library) ~35% — Live Sports Events (Annual)(events) 100+ NFL games, Premier League, WWE — Original Series Released Annually(series) 45+ — Original Series Released (2025)(series) 28 — | ||
| Innovative Features | Paramount+ | Peacock |
| Innovative Tech Features | Vertical video for sports, gaming integration | — |
| Mobile-First Features | Vertical video format | — |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD) | $5.99 | $5.99 |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $13.99 | $11.99(winner) |
| Premium Monthly Price (USD)(USD) | $11.99 | $5.99(winner) |
| Free Ad-Supported Tier Available | No | Yes (7,000+ hours) |
| Annual Premium Cost(USD) | $143.88/year | $71.88/year(winner) |
Show 32 more attributesBase Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) $5.99 — Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) $11.99 — Ad-Free Monthly Price (US)(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Premium)(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Cost (With Ads)(USD) $5.99 — Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) $11.99 — Subscription Pricing(USD/month) $5.99-$11.99 — Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) $4.99 — Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD) $9.99 — Monthly Price (Basic/Select Tier)(USD) $7.99 — Monthly Price (Ad-Free Premium Tier)(USD) $16.99 — Annual Plan Cost (Premium)(USD) $169.99 (estimated) — Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) $5.99 — Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) $13.99 — Free Tier Option Free with ads ($5.99 ad-free) — Monthly Cost (Standard Tier)(USD) $0 (Ad-supported) / $5.99 (Premium) — Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD) Free — Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD) $11.99/month — Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Tier)(USD) $11.99 — Budget Tier Cost(USD) $5.99 (with ads) — Free Trial Duration(uses) 7 days — Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD) $5.99 — Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD) $5.99 — Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) $11.99 — Premium Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD) $11.99 — Budget Ad-Supported Tier(USD/month) $5.99 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Premium Tier)(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) $5.99 — Monthly Price (Premium/No Ads)(USD) $11.99 — | ||
| Live TV Channels (with Live TV Plan)(count) | Not available | — |
| Disney Bundle Compatibility | Not available | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams) | 4 screens | 4 screens |
| Simultaneous Streams (Ad-Free Tier)(devices) | 4 devices | — |
| Live TV Channels Included(channels) | 70+ | — |
Show 21 more attributesSports Content Without Add-On(leagues included) NFL, NCAA Football included — Free Tier Available Yes (with ads) — Simultaneous Streams(count) 4 simultaneous — Free Trial Period(days) 7 days — Live TV Option(available) No — Mobile Download Feature(yes/no) Yes — Live TV Channels(channels) Sports-focused limited — Bundle Options Limited to NBC/Comcast — Live Sports Events(categories) NFL, WWE, Premier League, Olympics, PGA Golf — Parental Controls Available Limited (basic PIN protection) — Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(streams) 4 — Maximum Concurrent Streams(screens) 4 concurrent streams (Premium+) — Simultaneous Streams(streams) 4 (Premium plan) — Live Sports Available NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics — Offline Download Support Yes (Premium tier) — Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(screens) 1 device — Offline Downloads Yes (Premium+) — Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams) 4 — Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels) 40+ (included Premium) — Live Sports Programming(availability) NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics — Simultaneous Streams Allowed(devices) 4 (Premium tier) — | ||
| 4K HDR Content Available(titles) | 60% of library | — |
| 2024 Emmy Award Wins(awards) | 12 | — |
| Original Series & Films (Emmy Nominations 2023-2024)(nominations) | 8 nominations | — |
| Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations) | 7 nominations | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 7 days | — |
| Movie Library Size(films) | 4,200+ films(winner) | 2,800+ films |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 9,000+ | — |
| On-Demand Movie Titles(titles) | ~3,000 | — |
| Original Series(series) | 80+ | — |
| On-Demand Content Titles(titles) | 15,000+ | — |
| Live Sports Coverage | NFL (select games only) | NFL, PGA, Premier League, Olympics |
| Premium Wrestling Events | WWE, NXT, select AEW included | — |
| 4K/Ultra HD Content Availability(coverage %) | Premium tier only (limited) | All tiers (extensive) |
| 4K Content Available(yes/no) | Yes (premium tier) | — |
| Dolby Atmos Support(yes/no) | Yes | — |
| Maximum Video Resolution(pixels) | 1080p HD | — |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations) | 23 | — |
Show 1 more attribute4K Content Availability(% of library) ~15% — | ||
| NFL Game Availability(games/season) | 13+ Thursday Night games | — |
| Annual Revenue(USD billions) | $7 billion | — |
| Nielsen Rankings (Jan 2026)(position) | Top 5 among streamers | — |
| Live Sports Content(text) | Premier League, Olympics, WWE, NFL, PGA Tour | — |
| Paying Subscribers(millions) | 46 million | — |
| User Engagement(percent increase) | 25% more content engagement vs traditional TV | — |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 46 million | — |
| 4K Streaming Available | No (not available) | — |
| 4K/HDR Content Coverage(percent of library) | 45% | — |
| Maximum Resolution(pixels) | 4K (Premium tier) | — |
| 4K Content Available(yes/no) | Yes (select titles) | — |
| Target Demographic Age Group | 18+ (sports, adult content) | — |
| Free Tier Availability(yes/no) | Yes (limited, with ads) | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 36 million | — |
| Original Series Launched (2025)(series) | 50+ | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium Plan)(screens) | 4 devices | — |
| Live Sports Availability | NFL, Premier League, WWE, PGA, Olympics | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 18 Emmy awards | — |
| Emmy Awards (2023-2025)(awards) | 28 Emmys | — |
| Ad Minutes per Hour(minutes) | 4-6 minutes (Free tier) | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month) | $7.99/month (Peacock Premium) | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month) | $13.99/month (Peacock Premium Plus) | — |
| Free Tier Available | Yes — Peacock Free (ads, limited) | — |
| Walmart+ Bundle | Not included | — |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 46 million | — |
| Content Library Size(titles) | ~5,000+ titles | — |
| NBA Exclusive Games | Yes — exclusive NBA streaming rights | — |
| Live NFL Coverage | NFL Sunday Night Football (exclusive) | — |
| Maximum Video Quality | 4K/60fps (Premium) | — |
| Maximum Streaming Quality(kbps / bitrate) | 4K HDR (2160p) | — |
| Annual Original Content Budget(billion USD) | $2.5 billion | — |
| 4K Ultra HD Titles(titles) | 300+ | — |
| Countries Available(countries) | 40 countries | — |
| Geographic Availability(countries) | United States only | — |
| Live TV Channels (with add-on)(channels) | Not available | — |
| Bundle Option Available | Limited ecosystem options | — |
| Global Subscriber Count(millions) | 36 | — |
Paramount+PeacockGlobal Subscribers(millions)
Paramount+
Peacock
Global Subscriber Base(millions)
60 million
36
Annual Viewing Hours(billions)
Paramount+
Peacock
Viewer Engagement Boost(percent)
Paramount+
Peacock
Content Engagement vs Traditional(%)
25% more than NBC viewers
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YoY Growth Rate(percent)
Paramount+
Peacock
Live Sports Coverage
Paramount+
Peacock
Movie Library Size
Paramount+
Peacock
Original Content Strength
Paramount+
Peacock
Total Content Library(titles)
16,000+
4,200+
Original Series (2024-2025)(series)
28 new originals
18 new originals
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Movie Library(titles)
2,500+ films
—
Original Series Count(series)
42 originals
90+
Live TV Channels(channels)
0 (streaming only)
—
Same-Day TV Episodes(shows)
50+ shows
—
Original Content Produced Annually(series/films)
85+
—
Film Library Size(titles (estimated))
3,500+
—
Franchise Content Diversity(major franchises)
Star Trek, Halo, Yellowstone, Godfather
—
Original Series Count(active)
45+
—
Sports Content Coverage(categories)
Premier (WWE, Olympics, NFL)
—
Total Content Library Size(titles)
15,000+
—
Theatrical Release Window(months)
45 days exclusive
—
Live Sports Content
NBA, NFL, Winter Olympics, Summer Olympics
—
Original Series Quality
Strong NBC franchises
—
Content Release Frequency
Regular updates, weekly sports
—
Exclusive Sports Rights
NBA, Olympics, select NFL
—
Exclusive 2026 Live Features(features)
Courtside Live, Rinkside Live, Multiview
—
Original Series Produced Annually(series)
85+
—
Annual Content Investment(USD billions)
$2.5B
—
Live Sports Events Available(leagues)
4+ (NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics)
—
Next-Day TV Episode Access
Yes (NBC, Bravo, Universal networks)
—
Original Series & Films(count)
~450+ originals
—
On-Demand Title Library(titles)
8,500+
—
Live Sports Access
Comprehensive (Premier League, WWE, NHL, NFL)
—
Total Content Library Size(titles or videos)
70,000+ hours
—
Family-Friendly Content(percent of library)
~35%
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Live Sports Events (Annual)(events)
100+ NFL games, Premier League, WWE
—
Original Series Released Annually(series)
45+
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Original Series Released (2025)(series)
28
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Innovative Features
Paramount+
Peacock
Innovative Tech Features
Vertical video for sports, gaming integration
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Mobile-First Features
Vertical video format
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Ad-Supported Monthly Price(USD)
$5.99
$5.99
Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$13.99
$11.99
Premium Monthly Price (USD)(USD)
$11.99
$5.99
Free Ad-Supported Tier Available
No
Yes (7,000+ hours)
Annual Premium Cost(USD)
$143.88/year
$71.88/year
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Base Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$5.99
—
Premium Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$11.99
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Ad-Free Monthly Price (US)(USD)
$11.99
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Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Premium)(USD)
$11.99
—
Monthly Cost (With Ads)(USD)
$5.99
—
Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD)
$11.99
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Subscription Pricing(USD/month)
$5.99-$11.99
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Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$4.99
—
Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD)
$9.99
—
Monthly Price (Basic/Select Tier)(USD)
$7.99
—
Monthly Price (Ad-Free Premium Tier)(USD)
$16.99
—
Annual Plan Cost (Premium)(USD)
$169.99 (estimated)
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Premium Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD)
$11.99
—
Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$5.99
—
Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD)
$11.99
—
Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD)
$13.99
—
Free Tier Option
Free with ads ($5.99 ad-free)
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Monthly Cost (Standard Tier)(USD)
$0 (Ad-supported) / $5.99 (Premium)
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Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD)
Free
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Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD)
$11.99/month
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Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Tier)(USD)
$11.99
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Budget Tier Cost(USD)
$5.99 (with ads)
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Free Trial Duration(uses)
7 days
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Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD)
$5.99
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Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD)
$11.99
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Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD)
$5.99
—
Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD)
$11.99
—
Premium Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD)
$11.99
—
Budget Ad-Supported Tier(USD/month)
$5.99
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Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Premium Tier)(USD)
$11.99
—
Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$5.99
—
Monthly Price (Premium/No Ads)(USD)
$11.99
—
Live TV Channels (with Live TV Plan)(count)
Not available
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Disney Bundle Compatibility
Not available
—
Maximum Simultaneous Streams(streams)
4 screens
4 screens
Simultaneous Streams (Ad-Free Tier)(devices)
4 devices
—
Live TV Channels Included(channels)
70+
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Sports Content Without Add-On(leagues included)
NFL, NCAA Football included
—
Free Tier Available
Yes (with ads)
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Simultaneous Streams(count)
4 simultaneous
—
Free Trial Period(days)
7 days
—
Live TV Option(available)
No
—
Mobile Download Feature(yes/no)
Yes
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Live TV Channels(channels)
Sports-focused limited
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Bundle Options
Limited to NBC/Comcast
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Live Sports Events(categories)
NFL, WWE, Premier League, Olympics, PGA Golf
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Parental Controls Available
Limited (basic PIN protection)
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Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(streams)
4
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Maximum Concurrent Streams(screens)
4 concurrent streams (Premium+)
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Simultaneous Streams(streams)
4 (Premium plan)
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Live Sports Available
NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics
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Offline Download Support
Yes (Premium tier)
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Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(screens)
1 device
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Offline Downloads
Yes (Premium+)
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Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams)
4
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Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels)
40+ (included Premium)
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Live Sports Programming(availability)
NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics
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Simultaneous Streams Allowed(devices)
4 (Premium tier)
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4K HDR Content Available(titles)
60% of library
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2024 Emmy Award Wins(awards)
12
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Original Series & Films (Emmy Nominations 2023-2024)(nominations)
8 nominations
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Emmy Nominations (2024)(nominations)
7 nominations
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Free Trial Period(days)
7 days
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Movie Library Size(films)
4,200+ films
2,800+ films
Total Content Titles(titles)
9,000+
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On-Demand Movie Titles(titles)
~3,000
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Original Series(series)
80+
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On-Demand Content Titles(titles)
15,000+
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Live Sports Coverage
NFL (select games only)
NFL, PGA, Premier League, Olympics
Premium Wrestling Events
WWE, NXT, select AEW included
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4K/Ultra HD Content Availability(coverage %)
Premium tier only (limited)
All tiers (extensive)
4K Content Available(yes/no)
Yes (premium tier)
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Dolby Atmos Support(yes/no)
Yes
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Maximum Video Resolution(pixels)
1080p HD
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2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations)
23
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4K Content Availability(% of library)
~15%
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NFL Game Availability(games/season)
13+ Thursday Night games
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Annual Revenue(USD billions)
$7 billion
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Nielsen Rankings (Jan 2026)(position)
Top 5 among streamers
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Live Sports Content(text)
Premier League, Olympics, WWE, NFL, PGA Tour
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Paying Subscribers(millions)
46 million
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User Engagement(percent increase)
25% more content engagement vs traditional TV
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Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions)
46 million
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4K Streaming Available
No (not available)
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4K/HDR Content Coverage(percent of library)
45%
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Maximum Resolution(pixels)
4K (Premium tier)
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4K Content Available(yes/no)
Yes (select titles)
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Target Demographic Age Group
18+ (sports, adult content)
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Free Tier Availability(yes/no)
Yes (limited, with ads)
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Global Subscribers(millions)
36 million
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Original Series Launched (2025)(series)
50+
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Simultaneous Streams (Premium Plan)(screens)
4 devices
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Live Sports Availability
NFL, Premier League, WWE, PGA, Olympics
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2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
18 Emmy awards
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Emmy Awards (2023-2025)(awards)
28 Emmys
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Ad Minutes per Hour(minutes)
4-6 minutes (Free tier)
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Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month)
$7.99/month (Peacock Premium)
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Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month)
$13.99/month (Peacock Premium Plus)
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Free Tier Available
Yes — Peacock Free (ads, limited)
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Walmart+ Bundle
Not included
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Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions)
46 million
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Content Library Size(titles)
~5,000+ titles
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NBA Exclusive Games
Yes — exclusive NBA streaming rights
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Live NFL Coverage
NFL Sunday Night Football (exclusive)
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Maximum Video Quality
4K/60fps (Premium)
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Maximum Streaming Quality(kbps / bitrate)
4K HDR (2160p)
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Annual Original Content Budget(billion USD)
$2.5 billion
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4K Ultra HD Titles(titles)
300+
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Countries Available(countries)
40 countries
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Geographic Availability(countries)
United States only
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Live TV Channels (with add-on)(channels)
Not available
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Bundle Option Available
Limited ecosystem options
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Global Subscriber Count(millions)
36
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Pros & Cons
8 pros·6 cons across both
Paramount+
+4-3
Pros
55.9 million global subscribers with strong market presence
Extensive Paramount film catalog and CBS content
10.4 billion annual viewing hours, up 22% year-over-year
Strong original series from established franchises
Cons
Limited live sports content
Higher price point for premium tier
Interface could be more innovative
Peacock
+4-3
Pros
46 million paying subscribers with strong growth momentum
Comprehensive live sports coverage including NBA and Olympics
Innovative vertical video format for live events
25% higher content engagement than traditional TV viewers
Cons
Smaller movie library compared to competitors
Lower global subscriber count than Paramount+
Less extensive original series catalog
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions
Both are worth subscribing to if you watch their key content. Paramount+ is worth it if you watch: Star Trek, CBS shows (NCIS, Survivor), Yellowstone universe (1883, 1923), Champions League soccer, or want SHOWTIME content. Peacock is worth it if you watch: The Office (available nowhere else in the US), NBC shows, Bravo reality (Real Housewives), Olympics coverage, or WWE. If you have Xfinity internet, Peacock may be included at no extra cost. Many subscribers rotate — subscribing for 1–2 months to watch a specific series, then canceling. Neither is a strong "always-on" subscription compared to Netflix or HBO Max unless you're a superfan of their core content.
Yes to both, but for different games. Paramount+ streams CBS's NFL games — this includes AFC games (the AFC is on CBS) and Super Bowl years when CBS airs it. You can watch CBS NFL games on Paramount+ Essential ($7.99/month). Peacock streams NBC's NFL games — this includes Sunday Night Football (the highest-rated program in US TV) and Peacock has secured exclusive streaming rights for some playoff games. In 2024, Peacock exclusively streamed a Wildcard playoff game (Bills vs Steelers), which was controversial for putting a free-TV game behind a paywall. If you want Sunday Night Football, Peacock is required for streaming. If you want CBS AFC games, Paramount+ works.
Yes — Peacock has all 9 seasons of The Office (US) exclusively in the United States. The Office left Netflix in January 2021 and became a Peacock exclusive. This was a major driver of Peacock subscriber growth — The Office is one of the most rewatched shows in streaming history. All 201 episodes are available on Peacock Premium ($7.99/month); a limited selection is available on the free tier. It is not available on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, or any other major US streaming service. If The Office is a primary reason you want to subscribe to something, Peacock is your only option.
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