**Price Hikes for Disney+ and Bundles: Essential Information**
Increases in streaming service prices are not unprecedented, but Disney+ has often been highlighted as one of the platforms that regularly elevates its rates. Starting October 21, substantial price hikes will impact both standalone Disney+ subscriptions and popular bundles that include Hulu, ESPN, and HBO Max.
### Upcoming Price Adjustments
A recently revised support document on Disney’s website details the forthcoming price adjustments. Below is a summary of the existing and new rates for various Disney+ plans and bundles:
#### Disney+ Plans
– **With Ads**
– Current: $9.99/month
– Effective 10/21: $11.99/month
– **Without Ads**
– Current: $15.99/month
– Effective 10/21: $18.99/month
#### Disney+ and Hulu Bundle (With Ads)
– Current: $10.99/month
– Effective 10/21: $12.99/month
#### Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle (With Ads)
– Current: $16.99/month
– Effective 10/21: $19.99/month
#### Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Select Bundle Premium (No Ads on Disney/Hulu)
– Current: $26.99/month
– Effective 10/21: $29.99/month
#### Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle (With Ads)
– Current: $16.99/month
– Effective 10/21: $19.99/month
#### Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle (No Ads)
– Current: $29.99/month
– Effective 10/21: $32.99/month
These price increases signify notable hikes for Disney+ subscriptions and bundles, mirroring trends seen with other streaming platforms like Peacock and Apple TV+.
### Plans That Remain the Same
Surprisingly, some plans have managed to avoid price increases. The ad-free Disney+ and Hulu bundle stays at $19.99, just $1 more than the upcoming cost for Disney+ without ads. Furthermore, the recently introduced Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited bundles will keep their existing pricing.
### Conclusion
As Disney+ and its related bundles gear up for these price hikes, subscribers might need to reassess their streaming choices. Will these adjustments influence your decision to subscribe to Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max, or ESPN? Feel free to share your opinions in the comments.
