ESPN+ Subscription: Cost Breakdown

If you're a fan of sports, you're likely well-acquainted with the renowned sports network ESPN. Yet, its streaming service, ESPN+, launched in 2018, continues to be a source of confusion for many sports enthusiasts. While ESPN+ does offer live sports, it serves more as a complementary service to traditional network channels, enhancing your overall sports viewing experience.

Explore our comprehensive guide to ESPN+ below, which includes an overview of the service, the live sports you can stream, pricing details, and more, all updated for 2025.

What Is ESPN+? The Sports Streaming Service, Explained

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You can subscribe to ESPN+ as a standalone service or as part of the Disney Bundle, which includes Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. [ttpp]See it at ESPN+[ttpp] ESPN+ is a subscription-based streaming platform that offers access to live sports events, exclusive ESPN films and series not found on standard ESPN networks, premium articles, and more.

Despite its name, ESPN+ does not include access to traditional ESPN channels like ESPN, ESPN2, or ESPNEWS. If you want to catch shows like SportsCenter, you'll still need a cable or live TV subscription. However, ESPN+ boasts a growing collection of original shows, such as "Man in the Arena" with Tom Brady, "Peyton's Places," "ESPN FC," and more. It's also the exclusive home for "NFL Primetime" since 2019, providing highlights and analysis of NFL games every Sunday night during the season. With an ESPN+ subscription, you can also dive into the entire archive of ESPN's acclaimed "30 for 30" sports documentary series.

For those who enjoy in-depth sports analysis, ESPN+ offers access to ESPN+ Premium Articles on the ESPN website, featuring detailed analysis, rankings, mock drafts, and more from renowned sports writers.

ESPN+ Plans and Prices (As of March 2025)

Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ Bundle

You can subscribe to ESPN+ for $11.99 per month or opt for the ESPN+ Annual Plan at $119.99 per year, which saves you 15% compared to the monthly rate. Alternatively, you can bundle ESPN+ (With Ads) with Disney+ (With Ads) and Hulu (With Ads) for $16.99 per month.

Does ESPN+ Have a Free Trial?

Unfortunately, ESPN+ does not offer a free trial of its service as of now. While there are no current promotions directly from ESPN, their website indicates that some third-party providers might offer promotional deals. Although ESPN+ itself lacks a free trial, there are other streaming services that provide free trials with access to sports content.

What Channels Does ESPN+ Include?

ESPN+ does not include traditional channels; instead, it provides access to a range of live sporting events currently airing. Additionally, it offers a vast archive of past events and exclusive on-demand ESPN series and shows, many of which are not available on standard ESPN channels.

Can You Watch Live Sports on ESPN+?

Yes! With an ESPN+ subscription, you can stream thousands of live sporting events. These include select NFL, MLB, and NHL games, various soccer leagues from around the world, F1, golf, boxing, a variety of collegiate sports, and more. However, availability depends on your location and is subject to regional blackouts.

ESPN+ is the exclusive streaming platform for UFC events, including Pay-Per-View (PPV) fights, Fight Nights, and more. While UFC PPV events require an additional $79.99 fee on top of your ESPN+ subscription, UFC Fight Nights and other events are included at no extra cost. You can also access hundreds of popular fights from the UFC archive.

Don't expect ESPN+ to replace season pass-like services such as NFL Sunday Ticket or MLB.TV, as most live games throughout the season won't be available on ESPN+. However, for fans of UFC, NHL, soccer, and college sports, ESPN+ offers a wealth of content.

How to Watch ESPN+ - Available Platforms

Like many streaming apps, ESPN+ is available on various devices in HD and supports up to three simultaneous streams. If you subscribe to the Disney Bundle Trio (which includes Hulu and ESPN+), you can watch all your content conveniently through the Disney+ app (in the US).

ESPN+ is also accessible through the ESPN app on your mobile device, streaming devices such as Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and Google Chromecast, select smart TVs, as well as gaming consoles like PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.