Disney+ vs Prime Video UK — 2026
Side-by-side comparison: pricing, content library, 4K, downloads, family features, and which is right for you.
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Pricing
| Plan | Disney+ | Prime Video |
|---|---|---|
| Entry (with ads) | £4.99/mo | £5.99/mo |
| Ad-free | £7.99/mo | £8.99/mo |
| 4K / Premium | £11.99/mo | — |
| Downloads | Up to 25 | Up to 25 |
| Max screens | 4 (Premium) | 2 (Premium) |
Features at a glance
| Feature | Disney+ | Prime Video |
|---|---|---|
| Content library | ~1,500 titles | ~10,000 titles |
| 4K HDR | ✓ Premium plan | ✓ Premium plan |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ Premium plan | ✓ Premium plan |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ Premium plan | ✓ Premium plan |
| Downloads | 25 titles | 25 titles |
| Simultaneous screens | 4 (Premium) | 2 (Premium) |
| Kids profiles | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cancel anytime | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual billing | ✗ | ✗ |
| Live sports | ✗ | ✓ TNT Sports add-on |
Content library
Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, Disney Animation, National Geographic
Heavy investment — The Boys, The Rings of Power, Reacher, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Family & parental features
Pros & cons
Which should you choose?
Not sure yet? Both services are easy to cancel — no long contracts.
Frequently asked questions
For general entertainment, Disney+ offers a bigger library and more varied genres. Prime Video is better value for families and franchise fans — its Premium plan (£95/year) costs less than Disney+ Premium (£11.99/mo).
Yes, but only on their most expensive plans. Disney+ requires the Premium plan (£11.99/mo). Prime Video requires the Premium plan (£95/year). Neither includes 4K on their entry-level ad-supported tiers.
Disney+ has the larger library with ~1,500 titles in the UK. Prime Video has ~10,000 titles, but with exceptional franchise depth: every Marvel Cinematic Universe film and show, all Star Wars content, Pixar, Disney Animation, and National Geographic.
Disney+ allows up to 100 downloads on Standard and Premium plans. Prime Video allows up to 25 downloads on the Premium plan. Neither allows downloads on their ad-supported entry tier.
Yes. At their cheapest tiers combined cost is just £9.98/month. Many households use Disney+ for variety and adult viewing, and Prime Video for family and franchise content.
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