
It is far more accurate to view ESPN+ as a complement to the traditional ESPN experience that provides access to additional and often related content.įor those that want more ESPN content, then ESPN+ is likely to be a good fit and a low-cost way to improve on the amount of content that’s available at a given time. At least, not at the same time and while the event is considered live. For the most part, any live sports events that are shown on ESPN won’t also be available on ESPN+. What ESPN+ offers is different to ESPN and, in this sense, it should not be viewed as a replacement for any of the ESPN channels. This is not something that’s possible with the standard ESPN network experience which does typically require an actual live TV subscription from one of the major players.Īdvertisement ESPN+ not a replacement for ESPNĪlthough ESPN+ might sound like it offers more than ESPN, that’s not strictly true. This allows for access to all three services at a discounted rate compared to subscribing to each one separately. For example, there is the option to combine ESPN+ with Disney+ and one of the Hulu plans. In addition, as ESPN+ is a standalone service, it can actually be bundled with others. In this sense, ESPN+ is much more of a hub compared to the traditional linear experience on offer with ESPN channels. Once signed in, ESPN+ also offers the option to pay for and watch additional premium live content, including UFC PPV events. Instead, both ESPN and ESPN+ subscribers can access their respective subscriptions directly through the standard ESPN app or the ESPN website. Technically, there is no ESPN+ app available to download. For example, ESPN+ comes with its own exclusives that won’t be available to watch through the standard ESPN channels.īuilding on this point, ESPN+ is also a gateway in general.

Although that content does overlap at times, including with MLB, MLS and NHL content, it won’t always. While ESPN is a channel that’s primarily designed to broadcast live events and scheduled programming, ESPN+ is a streaming service which brings together on-demand content in one place. Advertisement ESPN+ is a service, not a channelĮSPN+ is a standalone service and this is one of the most obvious differences.
