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Peacock vs Disney Plus 2026: Which is Better?
Disney Plus offers superior content depth with 10,000+ titles focused on Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars franchises, while Peacock provides broader general entertainment with 15,000+ titles including NBC shows, sports, and news at a lower starting price of $5.99/month versus Disney Plus's $7.99/month.
Peacock
NBCUniversal's streaming service with 15,000+ titles including live sports, NBC shows, and general entertainment
Sports fans, NBC show viewers, budget-conscious streamers, and those seeking broad entertainment variety
Score63%
VS
Disney Plus
Disney's premium streaming service with 10,000+ titles focused on Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and National Geographic
Families, Disney/Marvel/Star Wars fans, 4K enthusiasts, and those valuing premium original content quality
Score63%
Quick Answer
AI SummaryDisney Plus offers superior content depth with 10,000+ titles focused on Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars franchises, while Peacock provides broader general entertainment with 15,000+ titles including NBC shows, sports, and news at a lower starting price of $5.99/month versus Disney Plus's $7.99/month.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose Disney Plus if you prioritize premium original content, family viewing, and exclusive access to Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar franchises with robust 4K availability. Choose Peacock if you want broader entertainment variety, live sports, NBC shows, lower pricing, and don't mind some ads for streaming on a budget.
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Peacock
7.3/10
Disney Plus
7.7/10
Choose Peacock if
Sports fans, NBC show viewers, budget-conscious streamers, and those seeking broad entertainment variety
Choose Disney Plus if
Best pickFamilies, Disney/Marvel/Star Wars fans, 4K enthusiasts, and those valuing premium original content quality
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Content Library Size:✓ Peacock wins(15,000+ titles vs 10,000+ titles)
- Starting Price (Ad-Supported):✓ Peacock wins($5.99/month vs $7.99/month)
- Ad-Free Tier Price:✓ Peacock wins($11.99/month vs $13.99/month)
Key Facts & Figures
91 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Peacock | Disney Plus | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Premium)(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (With Ads)(USD) | $5.99 | — | — |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 3,500+ | 10,000+ | |
| 2024 Emmy Award Wins(awards) | 12 | — | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Price(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams(count) | 4 simultaneous | 4 streams | |
| Original Series Count(active) | 45+ | — | — |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 7 days | — | — |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | 15,000+ | — | — |
| Theatrical Release Window(months) | 45 days exclusive | — | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(devices) | 4 screens | — | — |
| Paying Subscribers(millions) | 46 million | — | — |
| Subscription Pricing(USD/month) | $5.99-$11.99 | — | — |
| User Engagement(percent increase) | 25% more content engagement vs traditional TV | — | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Peacock | — | — |
| Viewer Engagement Boost(percent) | Peacock | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $4.99 | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD) | $9.99 | — | — |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 46 million | — | — |
| Content Engagement vs Traditional(%) | 25% more than NBC viewers | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| Total Content Library(titles) | ~15,000+ titles | — | — |
| Original Series Produced Annually(series) | 85+ | — | — |
| Annual Content Investment(billion USD) | $2.5B | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) | 4 (all tiers) | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) | $5.99 | $7.99 | |
| Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD) | $11.99 | $13.99 | |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 36 million | 150M+ | |
| On-Demand Movie Titles(titles) | ~3,000 | ~5,500 | |
| Original Series Launched (2025)(series) | 50+ | 80+ | |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium Plan)(screens) | 4 screens | 4 screens | |
| Live Sports Events (Annual)(events) | 200+ (Premier League, WWE, golf) | ~20 (ESPN+ focused) | |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free)(USD) | $13.99 | — | — |
| 4K/HDR Content Coverage(percent of library) | 45% | — | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 18 Emmy awards | 18 | |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams) | 4 concurrent streams (Premium+) | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Standard Tier)(USD) | $0 (Ad-supported) / $5.99 (Premium) | — | — |
| Ad Minutes per Hour(minutes) | 4-6 minutes (Free tier) | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams(devices) | 4 (Premium tier) | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Supported)(USD/month) | $7.99/month (Peacock Premium) | — | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-Free)(USD/month) | $13.99/month (Peacock Premium Plus) | — | — |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 46 million | — | — |
| Content Library Size(titles) | ~5,000+ titles | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Cheapest Tier)(USD) | Free | — | — |
| Premium Ad-Free Cost(USD) | $11.99/month | — | — |
| Original Series(series) | 80+ | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices) | 1 device | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Tier)(USD) | $11.99 | $13.99 | |
| Budget Tier Cost(USD) | $5.99 (with ads) | — | — |
| Original Series & Films(count) | ~450+ originals | — | — |
| Emmy Awards (2023-2025)(awards) | 28 Emmys | — | — |
| Free Trial Duration(days) | 7 days | — | — |
| Premium Monthly Price (USD)(USD) | $5.99 | — | — |
| Movie Library Size(films) | 2,800+ films | — | — |
| Original Series (2024-2025)(series) | 18 new originals | — | — |
| Annual Premium Cost(USD) | $71.88/year | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD) | $5.99 | — | — |
| Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| On-Demand Title Library(titles) | 8,500+ | — | — |
| Original Series Count(titles) | 90+ | — | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams) | 4 | — | — |
| Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels) | 40+ (included Premium) | — | — |
| Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD) | $5.99 | $7.99 | |
| Total Content Library Size(titles) | 15,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations) | 23 | 94 | |
| Family-Friendly Content(percent of library) | ~35% | ~65% | |
| Simultaneous Streams Allowed(screens) | 4 (Premium tier) | 4 (Standard/Premium) | |
| Subscribers | 150M+ | 150M+ | |
| Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD) | $13.99 | $13.99 | |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) | $13.99 (Disney+) + $9.99 (Hulu) bundled | $13.99 (Disney+) + $9.99 (Hulu) bundled | |
| Original Series Released (2025)(count) | 25+ flagship titles | 25+ flagship titles | |
| Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions) | ~150 million Disney+ subscribers | ~150 million Disney+ subscribers | |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio) | 1.4 (lower volatility) | 1.4 (lower volatility) | |
| Device Compatibility(platforms) | All major platforms | All major platforms | |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard)(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD) | $13.99 | $13.99 | |
| Exclusive Franchises(count) | Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar | Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar | |
| Family-Friendly Content Rating(percentage) | 85% rated | 85% rated | |
| Annual Price (Standard Plan)(USD) | $143.88 | $143.88 | |
| Total Content Library(titles) | 10,000+ | 10,000+ | |
| Original Series (2026)(count) | 50+ planned | 50+ planned | |
| Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD) | $80 | $80 | |
| Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD) | $13.99 | $13.99 | |
| Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions) | 150 million | 150 million | |
| New Original Series Per Year(series) | 45+ | 45+ | |
| Family/Kids Content Percentage(%) | 52% | 52% | |
| Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions) | $13 billion | $13 billion | |
| YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%) | 23% | 23% |
Sourced from publicly available data ·
Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
Peacock leads
Peacock
Attribute
Disney Plus
- 15,000+ titles(winner)Content Library Size10,000+ titles
- $5.99/month(winner)Starting Price (Ad-Supported)$7.99/month
- $11.99/month(winner)Ad-Free Tier Price$13.99/month
- Extensive (NFL Sunday Night Football, Premier League, WWE)(winner)Live Sports ContentLimited (ESPN+ required for most sports)
- 23 Emmy nominations (2024)Original Series Quality94 Emmy nominations (2024)(winner)
- Limited (select titles only)4K Content AvailabilityExtensive (Disney, Marvel, Star Wars majority in 4K)(winner)
- 35% of libraryFamily-Friendly Content %65% of library(winner)
- Content Library Size
Peacock
15,000+ titles(winner)
Disney Plus
10,000+ titles
- Starting Price (Ad-Supported)
Peacock
$5.99/month(winner)
Disney Plus
$7.99/month
- Ad-Free Tier Price
Peacock
$11.99/month(winner)
Disney Plus
$13.99/month
- Live Sports Content
Peacock
Extensive (NFL Sunday Night Football, Premier League, WWE)(winner)
Disney Plus
Limited (ESPN+ required for most sports)
- Original Series Quality
Peacock
23 Emmy nominations (2024)
Disney Plus
94 Emmy nominations (2024)(winner)
- 4K Content Availability
Peacock
Limited (select titles only)
Disney Plus
Extensive (Disney, Marvel, Star Wars majority in 4K)(winner)
- Family-Friendly Content %
Peacock
35% of library
Disney Plus
65% of library(winner)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Peacock | Disney Plus |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — |
Show 27 more attributesMonthly 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 — Free Tier Availability(null) Yes (limited, with ads) — Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD) $5.99 $7.99 Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD) $11.99 $13.99 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 $13.99 Budget Tier Cost(USD) $5.99 (with ads) — Premium Monthly Price (USD)(USD) $5.99 — Free Ad-Supported Tier Available Yes (7,000+ hours) — Annual Premium Cost(USD) $71.88/year — Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD) $5.99 — Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD) $5.99 $7.99 Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD) $13.99 (Disney+) + $9.99 (Hulu) bundled — Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard)(USD) $11.99 — Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD) $13.99 — Annual Price (Standard Plan)(USD) $143.88 — Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD) $80 — Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD) $13.99 — | ||
| Free Tier Available(yes/no) | Yes | — |
| Total Content Titles(titles) | 3,500+ | 10,000+(winner) |
| On-Demand Movie Titles(titles) | ~3,000 | ~5,500(winner) |
| Original Series(series) | 80+ | — |
| Movie Library Size(films) | 2,800+ films | — |
| Original Series Count(titles) | 90+ | — |
| 2024 Emmy Award Wins(awards) | 12 | — |
| Simultaneous Streams(count) | 4 simultaneous | 4 streams |
| Free Trial Period(days) | 7 days | — |
| Live TV Option(available) | No | — |
| Mobile Download Feature(yes/no) | Yes | — |
| Maximum Simultaneous Streams(devices) | 4 screens | — |
Show 14 more attributesLive TV Channels(channels) Sports-focused limited — Bundle Options Limited to NBC/Comcast — Parental Controls Available Limited (basic PIN protection) — Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens) 4 (all tiers) — Next-Day TV Episode Access Yes (NBC, Bravo, Universal networks) — Simultaneous Streams(devices) 4 (Premium tier) — Offline Download Support Yes (Premium tier) — Offline Downloads(yes/no) Yes (Premium+) — Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams) 4 — Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels) 40+ (included Premium) — Simultaneous Streams Allowed(screens) 4 (Premium tier) 4 (Standard/Premium) Offline Download Feature(text) Available — Device Compatibility(platforms) All major platforms — 4K Ultra HD Support(text) Yes, premium tier — | ||
| Nielsen Rankings (Jan 2026)(position) | Top 5 among streamers | — |
| 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 | — |
Show 26 more attributesOriginal Series Quality Strong NBC franchises — Content Release Frequency Regular updates, weekly sports — Live Sports Coverage Peacock — Movie Library Size Peacock — Original Content Strength Peacock — Exclusive Sports Rights NBA, Olympics, select NFL — Live Sports Events(coverage types) NFL, NBA, NHL, Olympics — Exclusive 2026 Live Features(features) Courtside Live, Rinkside Live, Multiview — Total Content Library(titles) ~15,000+ titles — Original Series Produced Annually(series) 85+ — Live Sports Events Available(leagues) 4+ (NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics) — Original Series & Films(count) ~450+ originals — Original Series (2024-2025)(series) 18 new originals — On-Demand Title Library(titles) 8,500+ — Live Sports Access Comprehensive (Premier League, WWE, NHL, NFL) — Total Content Library Size(titles) 15,000+ 10,000+ Live Sports Programming NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics ESPN+ required for most sports Family-Friendly Content(percent of library) ~35% ~65% Live Sports Programming(events per month) ESPN+ integration only — Original Series Released (2025)(count) 25+ flagship titles — Franchise IP Library(franchises) Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, Disney, National Geographic — Live Sports Coverage(text) Via ESPN+ bundle — Exclusive Franchises(count) Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar — Family-Friendly Content Rating(percentage) 85% rated — Total Content Library(titles) 10,000+ — Original Series (2026)(count) 50+ planned — | ||
| 4K Content Available(yes/no) | Yes (premium tier) | — |
| Dolby Atmos Support(yes/no) | Yes | — |
| 4K/Ultra HD Content Availability(coverage %) | All tiers (extensive) | — |
| 2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations) | 23 | 94(winner) |
| Live Sports Content(text) | Premier League, Olympics, WWE, NFL, PGA Tour | — |
| Live Sports Available | Yes (NFL, Premier League, WWE) | — |
| Paying Subscribers(millions) | 46 million | — |
| Innovative Tech Features | Vertical video for sports, gaming integration | — |
| Innovative Features | Peacock | — |
| Mobile-First Features | Vertical video format | — |
| User Engagement(percent increase) | 25% more content engagement vs traditional TV | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | Peacock | — |
| Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions) | 150 million | — |
| Annual Viewing Hours(billions) | Peacock | — |
| Viewer Engagement Boost(percent) | Peacock | — |
| Content Engagement vs Traditional(%) | 25% more than NBC viewers | — |
| YoY Growth Rate(percent) | Peacock | — |
| YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%) | 23% | — |
| Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions) | 46 million | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 36 million | 150M+(winner) |
| 4K Streaming Available | No (not available) | — |
| Maximum Video Resolution(pixels) | 1080p HD | — |
| 4K/HDR Content Coverage(percent of library) | 45% | — |
| Maximum Resolution(pixels) | 4K (Premium tier) | — |
| Target Demographic Age Group | 18+ (sports, adult content) | — |
| Annual Content Investment(billion USD) | $2.5B | — |
| Original Series Launched (2025)(series) | 50+ | 80+(winner) |
| New Original Series Per Year(series) | 45+ | — |
| Simultaneous Streams (Premium Plan)(screens) | 4 screens | 4 screens |
| 4K Content Availability(percent of library) | ~15% | ~70%(winner) |
| Live Sports Events (Annual)(events) | 200+ (Premier League, WWE, golf)(winner) | ~20 (ESPN+ focused) |
| Live Sports Availability | NFL, Premier League, WWE, PGA, Olympics | — |
| 2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards) | 18 Emmy awards | 18 |
| Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams) | 4 concurrent streams (Premium+) | — |
| 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 HDR on select content | 4K UHD (Premium plan) |
| Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices) | 1 device | — |
| Emmy Awards (2023-2025)(awards) | 28 Emmys | — |
| Live Sports Coverage(sports leagues) | NFL, NBA, NHL, Premier League, WWE | — |
| Free Trial Duration(days) | 7 days | — |
| Subscribers | 150M+ | — |
| Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD) | $13.99 | — |
| Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions) | ~150 million Disney+ subscribers | — |
| Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio) | 1.4 (lower volatility) | — |
| Forward P/E Ratio(multiple) | Higher growth premium | — |
| Content Strategy(type) | Curated premium franchises | — |
| Family/Kids Content Percentage(%) | 52% | — |
| Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions) | $13 billion | — |
PeacockDisney PlusMonthly Cost (Ad-Free Premium)(USD)
$11.99
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Monthly Cost (With Ads)(USD)
$5.99
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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
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Monthly Price (Premium/Ad-Free)(USD)
$9.99
—
Monthly Price (Basic/Select Tier)(USD)
$7.99
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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
—
Free Tier Availability(null)
Yes (limited, with ads)
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Monthly Subscription (Ad-Supported)(USD)
$5.99
$7.99
Monthly Subscription (Ad-Free)(USD)
$11.99
$13.99
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
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Monthly Cost (Ad-Free Tier)(USD)
$11.99
$13.99
Budget Tier Cost(USD)
$5.99 (with ads)
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Premium Monthly Price (USD)(USD)
$5.99
—
Free Ad-Supported Tier Available
Yes (7,000+ hours)
—
Annual Premium Cost(USD)
$71.88/year
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Ad-Supported Monthly Cost(USD)
$5.99
—
Ad-Free Monthly Cost(USD)
$11.99
—
Monthly Cost (Ad-Supported Tier)(USD)
$5.99
$7.99
Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Plan)(USD)
$13.99 (Disney+) + $9.99 (Hulu) bundled
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Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard)(USD)
$11.99
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Ad-Free Plan Cost(USD)
$13.99
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Annual Price (Standard Plan)(USD)
$143.88
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Annual Basic Subscription Cost(USD)
$80
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Monthly Premium Plan Cost(USD)
$13.99
—
Free Tier Available(yes/no)
Yes
—
Total Content Titles(titles)
3,500+
10,000+
On-Demand Movie Titles(titles)
~3,000
~5,500
Original Series(series)
80+
—
Movie Library Size(films)
2,800+ films
—
Original Series Count(titles)
90+
—
2024 Emmy Award Wins(awards)
12
—
Simultaneous Streams(count)
4 simultaneous
4 streams
Free Trial Period(days)
7 days
—
Live TV Option(available)
No
—
Mobile Download Feature(yes/no)
Yes
—
Maximum Simultaneous Streams(devices)
4 screens
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Live TV Channels(channels)
Sports-focused limited
—
Bundle Options
Limited to NBC/Comcast
—
Parental Controls Available
Limited (basic PIN protection)
—
Simultaneous Streams (Premium)(screens)
4 (all tiers)
—
Next-Day TV Episode Access
Yes (NBC, Bravo, Universal networks)
—
Simultaneous Streams(devices)
4 (Premium tier)
—
Offline Download Support
Yes (Premium tier)
—
Offline Downloads(yes/no)
Yes (Premium+)
—
Simultaneous Streams (Premium Tier)(streams)
4
—
Live TV Channels (with add-on/included)(channels)
40+ (included Premium)
—
Simultaneous Streams Allowed(screens)
4 (Premium tier)
4 (Standard/Premium)
Offline Download Feature(text)
Available
—
Device Compatibility(platforms)
All major platforms
—
4K Ultra HD Support(text)
Yes, premium tier
—
Nielsen Rankings (Jan 2026)(position)
Top 5 among streamers
—
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
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Original Series Quality
Strong NBC franchises
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Content Release Frequency
Regular updates, weekly sports
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Live Sports Coverage
Peacock
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Movie Library Size
Peacock
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Original Content Strength
Peacock
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Exclusive Sports Rights
NBA, Olympics, select NFL
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Live Sports Events(coverage types)
NFL, NBA, NHL, Olympics
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Exclusive 2026 Live Features(features)
Courtside Live, Rinkside Live, Multiview
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Total Content Library(titles)
~15,000+ titles
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Original Series Produced Annually(series)
85+
—
Live Sports Events Available(leagues)
4+ (NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics)
—
Original Series & Films(count)
~450+ originals
—
Original Series (2024-2025)(series)
18 new originals
—
On-Demand Title Library(titles)
8,500+
—
Live Sports Access
Comprehensive (Premier League, WWE, NHL, NFL)
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Total Content Library Size(titles)
15,000+
10,000+
Live Sports Programming
NFL, Premier League, WWE, Olympics
ESPN+ required for most sports
Family-Friendly Content(percent of library)
~35%
~65%
Live Sports Programming(events per month)
ESPN+ integration only
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Original Series Released (2025)(count)
25+ flagship titles
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Franchise IP Library(franchises)
Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, Disney, National Geographic
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Live Sports Coverage(text)
Via ESPN+ bundle
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Exclusive Franchises(count)
Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar
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Family-Friendly Content Rating(percentage)
85% rated
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Total Content Library(titles)
10,000+
—
Original Series (2026)(count)
50+ planned
—
4K Content Available(yes/no)
Yes (premium tier)
—
Dolby Atmos Support(yes/no)
Yes
—
4K/Ultra HD Content Availability(coverage %)
All tiers (extensive)
—
2024 Emmy Nominations(nominations)
23
94
Live Sports Content(text)
Premier League, Olympics, WWE, NFL, PGA Tour
—
Live Sports Available
Yes (NFL, Premier League, WWE)
—
Paying Subscribers(millions)
46 million
—
Innovative Tech Features
Vertical video for sports, gaming integration
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Innovative Features
Peacock
—
Mobile-First Features
Vertical video format
—
User Engagement(percent increase)
25% more content engagement vs traditional TV
—
Global Subscribers(millions)
Peacock
—
Global Subscribers (Q4 2024)(millions)
150 million
—
Annual Viewing Hours(billions)
Peacock
—
Viewer Engagement Boost(percent)
Peacock
—
Content Engagement vs Traditional(%)
25% more than NBC viewers
—
YoY Growth Rate(percent)
Peacock
—
YoY Subscriber Growth (2024)(%)
23%
—
Paying Subscribers (2026)(millions)
46 million
—
Global Subscribers(millions)
36 million
150M+
4K Streaming Available
No (not available)
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Maximum Video Resolution(pixels)
1080p HD
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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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Target Demographic Age Group
18+ (sports, adult content)
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Annual Content Investment(billion USD)
$2.5B
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Original Series Launched (2025)(series)
50+
80+
New Original Series Per Year(series)
45+
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Simultaneous Streams (Premium Plan)(screens)
4 screens
4 screens
4K Content Availability(percent of library)
~15%
~70%
Live Sports Events (Annual)(events)
200+ (Premier League, WWE, golf)
~20 (ESPN+ focused)
Live Sports Availability
NFL, Premier League, WWE, PGA, Olympics
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2024 Emmy Awards Won(awards)
18 Emmy awards
18
Maximum Concurrent Streams(streams)
4 concurrent streams (Premium+)
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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 HDR on select content
4K UHD (Premium plan)
Simultaneous Streams (Standard Plan)(devices)
1 device
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Emmy Awards (2023-2025)(awards)
28 Emmys
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Live Sports Coverage(sports leagues)
NFL, NBA, NHL, Premier League, WWE
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Free Trial Duration(days)
7 days
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Subscribers
150M+
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Monthly Price (Ad-free)(USD)
$13.99
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Subscriber Base (2026 est.)(millions)
~150 million Disney+ subscribers
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Stock Beta (Volatility)(ratio)
1.4 (lower volatility)
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Forward P/E Ratio(multiple)
Higher growth premium
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Content Strategy(type)
Curated premium franchises
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Family/Kids Content Percentage(%)
52%
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Annual Revenue (2024)(USD billions)
$13 billion
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·6 cons across both
Peacock
+5-3
Pros
- Lowest entry price at $5.99/month with ads
- Largest content library with 15,000+ titles spanning multiple genres
- Extensive live sports (NFL Sunday Night Football, Premier League, WWE, Olympics)
- Includes current NBC network shows same-day as broadcast
- Password sharing allowed up to 6 viewers in same household
Cons
- Limited 4K content availability compared to Disney Plus
- Emmy awards significantly lower (23 vs Disney Plus's 94 in 2024)
- Ad-supported tier has frequent commercial interruptions
Disney Plus
+5-3
Pros
- 94 Emmy nominations in 2024, industry-leading original series quality
- Exclusive access to Marvel Cinematic Universe and Star Wars content
- 65% family-friendly content with robust parental controls
- Extensive 4K/HDR availability across Disney, Pixar, and Marvel catalogs
- Bundle option with Hulu and ESPN+ starting at $14.99/month (saves ~$4/month)
Cons
- Higher starting price at $7.99/month with ads versus Peacock's $5.99
- Smaller overall library (10,000 titles vs Peacock's 15,000+)
- Limited live sports without purchasing ESPN+ separately
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
Peacock offers the lowest entry price at $5.99/month (ad-supported), compared to Disney Plus at $7.99/month. For ad-free viewing, Peacock costs $11.99/month versus Disney Plus at $13.99/month. However, Disney Plus bundle with Hulu and ESPN+ costs $14.99/month and provides better value if you use all three services.
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NBCUniversal's streaming service with 15,000+ titles including live sports, NBC shows, and general entertainment
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Disney Plus on Wikipedia (opens in new tab)
Disney's premium streaming service with 10,000+ titles focused on Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and National Geographic
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