# Paramount+ vs Disney+

The clearest difference is monetization model: Paramount+ at freemium against Disney+'s subscription. Paramount+ also leads on chart position (#2 vs #6). Disney+'s advantage is iOS requirement (16.5 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Paramount+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Disney+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Paramount+ against 4.6 for Disney+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 921K and 2M respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Paramount+'s written reviews are positive against 29% of Disney+'s.

Paramount+ ships an update fortnightly, Disney+ every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Paramount+ | Disney+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (921K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paramount-plus/id530168168/reviews) | [4.6 (2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disney-plus/id1446075923/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 921K | **2M** |
| Positive reviews | **33.0% of reviews** | 28.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#2** | #6 |
| Size | 200 MB | 285 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [CBS Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/295669712) | [Disney](https://appshunter.io/developer/284888248) |

## What reviewers say

### Paramount+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paramount-plus/id530168168)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Grossing · Entertainment, #4 Top Grossing, #14 Top Free · Entertainment, #100 Top Free (US App Store)

Stream exclusive originals, blockbuster movies, and live sports. Enjoy content from CBS, Nickelodeon, and more. Premium plans offer ad-free viewing and live local CBS station access.

**Highlights:** Exclusive originals, Blockbuster movies, Live sports (NFL, UFC, Champions League), Content from CBS, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, On-demand full episodes, Multiple user profiles, Kids Mode

**Features:** SharePlay

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Paramount+ Essential | $5.99 | per month |
| Paramount+ Essential: Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Paramount+ Essential | $8.99 | per month |
| Paramount+ Limited Commercials | $9.99 | per month |
| Paramount+ Premium/Showtime | $12.99 | per month |
| Paramount+ Premium | $13.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast app performance
- 💡 Great content selection
- 👍 Smooth streaming experience
- 🤩 Awesome shows like Star Trek

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔍 Difficult navigation and UI
- 💸 Too many ads even in paid plans
- 🤯 Unreliable downloads and offline viewing

**Reported bugs**

- Audio/video sync issues
- Disappearing downloaded content
- Inconsistent playback controls
- Streaming errors and black screens

**Requested features**

- Add a watchlist or favorites feature
- Improve episode resume functionality
- Allow skipping of ads
- Provide more customization options


### Disney+

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

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Grossing · Entertainment, #13 Top Free · Entertainment, #20 Top Grossing, #94 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 | $11.99 | per month |
| Disney Bundle Duo Basic | $12.99 | per month |
| Disney+ Premium | $18.99 | per month |
| Disney+, Hulu Bundle Premium | $19.99 | per month |
| Disney+ Premium | $189.99 | 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 Paramount+ free?

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

### Is Disney+ free?

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

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

Paramount+ and Disney+ are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 921K and 2M ratings respectively.

### Do Paramount+ or Disney+ have ads?

Both Paramount+ and Disney+ show ads.

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

Paramount+ ships an update fortnightly, and Disney+ every 10 days. Most recently, Paramount+ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Disney+ on September 25, 2026.

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

Paramount+ currently peaks at #2 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.*