Popular Streaming Platforms 2025

Netflix

Current Plans (2025):

Standard with Ads: $7.99/mo
Standard: $17.99/mo
Premium: $24.99/mo
  • Extensive original content library
  • No free trial available
  • 4K Ultra HD on Premium plan
  • Multiple device support
  • Global content library
  • No password sharing (extra member fee applies)
Amazon Prime Video

Current Plans (2025):

Prime Video Only: $8.99/mo
Prime Membership: $14.99/mo
Ad-free upgrade: +$2.99/mo
  • Included with Amazon Prime membership
  • 30-day free trial
  • Prime Video Channels add-ons
  • Original series and movies
  • Live sports (NFL, Premier League)
  • Movie rentals and purchases
Hulu

Current Plans (2025):

With Ads: $9.99/mo
No Ads: $18.99/mo
+ Live TV: $82.99/mo
Students: $1.99/mo
  • Next-day TV episodes
  • 30-day free trial
  • Disney+ and ESPN+ bundles
  • Live TV option available
  • Extensive TV show library
  • Student discount available
Peacock

Current Plans (2025):

Premium: $7.99/mo
Premium Plus: $13.99/mo
Students: $2.99/mo
  • NBC and Bravo content
  • Live sports coverage
  • No free trial currently
  • Student discount available
  • Ad-free option with Premium Plus
  • Download feature for offline viewing
Roku Channel

Current Plans (2025):

FREE with ads
Premium add-ons available
  • Completely free with ads
  • 350+ live TV channels
  • 80,000+ movies and shows
  • Premium subscriptions available
  • Roku Originals content
  • No subscription required
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Detailed Feature Comparison

Feature Netflix Prime Video Hulu Peacock Roku Channel
Starting Price $7.99/mo $8.99/mo $9.99/mo $7.99/mo FREE
Free Trial No 30 days 30 days No N/A (Free)
4K Content Yes (Premium) Yes Yes (certain plans) Limited Limited
Live TV No Limited Yes (+$73/mo) Yes Yes (350+ channels)
Offline Downloads Yes Yes Yes (No Ads plan) Yes (Premium Plus) No
Multiple Profiles Yes (5) Yes (6) Yes (6) Yes (6) Yes
Student Discount No No Yes ($1.99/mo) Yes ($2.99/mo) N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

Which streaming service offers the best value for money?
Roku Channel offers the best value as it's completely free with ads. For paid services, Amazon Prime Video provides excellent value when bundled with Prime membership, and Peacock offers competitive pricing for NBC content and live sports.
Can I share my streaming accounts with family?
Most services allow account sharing within households. Netflix charges extra for additional members outside your household. Check each service's terms for specific sharing policies.
Which service has the most original content?
Netflix leads in original content production, followed by Amazon Prime Video. Hulu and Peacock also offer quality originals, while Roku Channel is building its original content library.
Do any services offer live sports?
Yes! Peacock offers extensive live sports including NFL and Premier League. Amazon Prime Video has Thursday Night Football and other sports. Hulu + Live TV includes ESPN and sports channels. Roku Channel offers some live sports content.
Are there any completely ad-free options?
Netflix Standard and Premium plans are ad-free. Hulu No Ads plan removes most commercials. Amazon Prime Video can be upgraded to ad-free for an extra $2.99/month. Peacock Premium Plus is mostly ad-free.
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