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Hulu is one of the best streaming services you can sign up for, whether you're a long-time streaming fan or just now ditching cable. The service comes with a huge library of content, including exclusive originals like "The Handmaid's Tale" and popular network series from ABC and Fox like "Bob's Burgers."
Hulu prices start at $8 a month, and go up to $83 a month for Hulu's top-tier package with live TV. You can access Hulu on all of the best streaming devices and most gaming consoles, including Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Xbox systems.
With four primary tiers to choose from, figuring out which Hulu plan is right for you can be tricky, especially if you're on a tight budget. To help break down the price of Hulu, we've put together a chart detailing exactly what each of Hulu's four offerings will get you for your dollar. You can also find an additional breakdown of Hulu's many add-ons and Disney Plus bundles.
How much is Hulu?
Hulu (with ads) costs $8 a month or $80 a year. This plan offers ad-supported access to all of the best shows on Hulu, including Hulu originals. Hulu also offers an ad-supported student plan for a discounted price of $2 a month.
If you want commercial-free streaming, you can upgrade to Hulu (No Ads) for $15 a month. This plan also adds download support so you can save titles to watch offline.
Both options come with a 30-day free streaming trial, and they each provide full access to Hulu's entire library of on-demand shows and movies, including Hulu exclusives like "The Handmaid's Tale" and "Only Murders in the Building," current network TV favorites like "Abbott Elementary," and classic sitcoms like "I Love Lucy."
Subscribers who want live TV in addition to Hulu's on-demand lineup also have a few options. Hulu + Live TV starts at $70 a month and adds over 85 popular channels from cable and broadcast TV, as well as DVR and complimentary access to Disney Plus and ESPN+. Unfortunately, Hulu + Live TV does not include a free trial.
Here's a detailed price breakdown of every Hulu plan:
| Basic Hulu | Hulu (No Ads) | Hulu (Ads) + Live TV | Hulu (No Ads) + Live TV |
Monthly price | $7.99 | $14.99 | $69.99 | $82.99 |
Ad-free on-demand streaming | X | ✓ | X | ✓ |
Access to Hulu's entire streaming catalog | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Access to 85+ channels of Live TV | X | X | ✓ | ✓ |
Disney Plus and ESPN+ included* | X | X | ✓ | ✓ |
Number of simultaneous screens on which you can stream | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Access to premium add-ons | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Download support for offline viewing | X | ✓ | X | ✓ |
*Hulu (Ads) + Live TV includes Disney Plus with ads, while Hulu (No Ads) + Live TV includes ad-free Disney Plus.
Does Hulu offer add-ons?
Hulu offers several add-on options for premium channels and extra features, including Max, Showtime, Cinemax, Starz, and more. Subscribers can also add Disney Plus or ESPN+ to their subscription.
Here's a full breakdown of add-on prices for Hulu:
Add-ons | Price per month | Available with Hulu + Live TV Only |
Disney Plus (with ads) | $2 | X |
ESPN+ | $9.99 | X |
Max | $15.99 | X |
Showtime | $10.99 | X |
Cinemax | $9.99 | X |
Starz | $8.99 | X |
Unlimited Screens | $9.99 | ✓ |
Entertainment Add-On | $7.99 | ✓ |
Sports Add-On | $9.99 | ✓ |
Espanol Add-on | $4.99 | ✓ |
How much does the Hulu bundle with Disney Plus and ESPN+ cost?
Hulu is available as part of the Disney Plus bundle with Disney Plus and ESPN+. Bundle options range in price from $10 to $20 a month, and can save you up to 50% off the regular combined price of these services.
Here's a full rundown of Hulu bundle pricing:
| Bundle plan | Price |
| Disney Plus (ads) and Hulu (ads) | $10/month |
| Disney Plus (ads), Hulu (ads), and ESPN+ | $13/month |
| Disney Plus (ad-free), Hulu (ad-free), and ESPN+ | $20/month |
Does Hulu + Live TV include the Disney Plus and ESPN+ bundle?
Though Hulu + Live TV subscribers previously had to add the Disney bundle for an extra fee, the bundle is now included as part of all Hulu + Live TV subscriptions.
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