The streaming landscape is becoming increasingly competitive, with major players like Disney and Fox launching new services to capture cord-cutters and enhance their existing offerings. Two recent developments are ESPN Unlimited and FOX One, both aiming to provide comprehensive access to their respective content libraries.
ESPN Unlimited: A Sports Fan's Dream?
Disney recently launched ESPN Unlimited, a direct-to-consumer sports streaming service promising “all of ESPN, all in one place,” without requiring a traditional cable subscription. The premium tier is typically priced at $29.99 per month. However, some pay-TV subscribers already have access to ESPN Unlimited as part of their existing plans at no extra cost.
ESPN Unlimited is currently available on certain plans offered by Charter’s Spectrum, Disney’s Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV (streaming-only), and Fubo TV. Verizon Fios TV customers will also gain access to the service in the coming weeks. This expansion builds upon existing agreements Disney had with TV providers to bundle ESPN+.
What does ESPN Unlimited offer?
- Comprehensive ESPN content without a cable subscription.
- Potential access through existing pay-TV plans at no extra cost.
- Availability on major platforms like Spectrum, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV, and Fubo TV.
FOX One: All of FOX, All in One Place
Fox Corporation has launched FOX One, a new streaming service that combines live and on-demand content from FOX’s News, Sports, and Entertainment divisions. It offers a seven-day free trial and aims to cater to the “modern digital-first audience.”
FOX One emphasizes a live-first experience, building on the success of FOX’s livestream presentation of Super Bowl LIX on Tubi, which reached 15.5 million peak concurrent viewers. The service offers access to Fox News Channel live 24/7, providing breaking news coverage and Fox News shows. It also includes a robust collection of live sports, news, and entertainment offerings.
FOX One is also now available on Prime Video for $19.99 per month, expanding its reach to Amazon's vast customer base.
What does FOX One offer?
- Live and on-demand content from FOX News, Sports, and Entertainment.
- Access to major sporting events like NFL, MLB, NASCAR, and Big Ten college football.
- Popular FOX entertainment programs like Doc, The Floor, and Hell’s Kitchen.
- 24/7 access to Fox News Channel.
Prime Video Expands Its Sports Offerings
With the addition of FOX One, Prime Video continues to bolster its sports lineup, already featuring NFL Thursday Night Football, NBA, WNBA, NWSL, and NASCAR coverage. Subscribers now have access to major events like NFL Sunday afternoon games, the NFC Championship, MLB regular season, All-Star Game, postseason, and World Series.
The competition for streaming subscribers is intensifying, and these new services offer consumers more choices than ever before. Whether you're a sports fanatic or a news junkie, ESPN Unlimited and FOX One aim to provide a comprehensive and convenient streaming experience.