# Kanopy vs Disney+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Kanopy at 72% against Disney+'s 28%. Kanopy also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). Disney+'s advantage is chart position (#6 vs #148) and ratings volume (2M vs 153K). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Disney+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $12.49 per month. Kanopy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Kanopy holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Disney+ has 2M ratings behind it against 153K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Kanopy's written reviews are positive against 28% of Disney+'s.

Kanopy ships an update every 2 weeks, Disney+ every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kanopy | Disney+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (153K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanopy/id1205614510/reviews)** | [4.6 (2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disney-plus/id1446075923/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 153K | **2M** |
| Positive reviews | **72.0% of reviews** | 28.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #148 | **#6** |
| Size | 103 MB | 304 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Kanopy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1205614509) | [Disney](https://appshunter.io/developer/284888248) |

## What reviewers say

### Kanopy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanopy/id1205614510)

**Currently charting:** #148 Top Free · Entertainment (US App Store)

Access a vast library of films and documentaries for free with your library card. Enjoy ad-free streaming of award-winning movies, The Criterion Collection, and curated content for children, with new titles added regularly.

**Highlights:** Free film streaming, Ad-free viewing, Library card required, Festival award-winning films, Documentaries, The Criterion Collection, Kanopy Kids with parental controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎥 Eclectic and engaging selection of films and series
- 🎬 Great movies and documentaries
- 🏆 Excellent content and thoughtful entertainment
- 🌍 Wide selection of various international material
- 🧠 Fantastic educational content like The Great Courses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes, freezes, and has stability issues
- 🔍 Difficult to search and navigate, poor user experience
- 🕰️ Losing credits just for resuming a movie
- 🔇 No way to turn off closed captions
- 📺 Chromecast and TV integration problems

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes frequently
- Login issues, unable to sign in or access account
- Chromecast and TV streaming problems
- Video playback issues, including blurry or out of sync
- Inconsistent behavior when resuming or rewatching movies

**Requested features**

- Add ability to pause, rewind, and resume movies without using credits
- Improve search and browsing functionality
- Provide more content filtering and parental control options
- Add support for offline viewing and downloads
- Enhance Chromecast and TV integration


### Disney+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disney-plus/id1446075923)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Grossing · Entertainment, #15 Top Free · Entertainment, #20 Top Grossing, #80 Top Free (US App Store)

Stream a vast library of movies and series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. Enjoy exclusive Originals, new releases, and timeless classics with features like 4K UHD, IMAX Enhanced, and multi-screen viewing. Parental controls ensure a safe experience for all.

**Highlights:** Exclusive Originals, New releases and classics, 4K UHD and HDR streaming, IMAX Enhanced viewing, Multi-screen simultaneous viewing, Parental controls, Curated Hulu and ESPN content

**Features:** SharePlay

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Disney+ Basic Monthly | $12.49 | per month |
| Disney Bundle Duo Basic | $12.99 | per month |
| Disney+ Premium | $21.49 | per month |
| Disney+, Hulu Bundle Premium | $21.99 | per month |
| Disney+ Premium | $214.99 | per year |
| Disney+ Premier Access: Mulan | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth streaming
- 💎 Excellent content library
- 🌟 Childhood favorites available
- 🤩 Exciting new original shows

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes
- 🤔 Confusing navigation
- 🔍 Difficult to find content
- 🕰️ Lack of 'continue watching' feature

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Issues with Chromecast and casting
- Incorrect episode order for some shows
- Disappearing content from watchlist

**Requested features**

- Add 'continue watching' section
- Improve episode tracking and resume
- Allow customizable profiles
- Expand language and subtitle options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kanopy free?

Kanopy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Disney+ free?

Disney+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Kanopy or Disney+?

Kanopy is rated higher. Kanopy averages 4.8 out of 5 from 153K ratings, while Disney+ averages 4.6 from 2M ratings.

### Do Kanopy or Disney+ have ads?

Disney+ shows ads; Kanopy does not.

### Which is updated more often, Kanopy or Disney+?

Kanopy ships an update every 2 weeks, and Disney+ every 8 days. Most recently, Kanopy was updated on October 28, 2026 and Disney+ on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Kanopy or Disney+?

Kanopy currently peaks at #148 in the App Store charts, and Disney+ at #6. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*