Are you planning to “cut the cord” from cable or satellite TV and switch to streaming over your internet connection? Panora Telco wants to simplify your search for the right streaming service(s) by summarizing key points about these popular choices with big entertainment catalogs. Suggestions are based on our personal experiences as well as hundreds of online reviews.
POPULAR STREAMING SERVICES
Suggestions for cord cutters
NETFLIX
Monthly Fee
The Basic option begins at $8.99 for unlimited standard-definition streaming on one device, followed by the Standard plan for $12.99 where high-definition viewing is available on two screens simultaneously. The Premium option costs $15.99 and allows four simultaneous streams in high-definition or 4K Ultra HD when available.
Simultaneous Streams
Between one and four, depending on the plan
Offline Viewing?
Yes, with select titles
Ads?
No
Bundle Options?
No
Pros
Great selection of TV shows and movies
Good recommendation system
Easy-to-use interface
Creates their own quality movies and TV shows
No ads
Cons
Limited brand-new content
Titles come and go frequently
HULU
Monthly Fee
It starts at $5.99 for Hulu’s on-demand streaming plan. You can also opt for the ad-free version for $11.99. For an extra cost, a wide range of add-ons are available including HBO, Showtime, and Starz, as well as viewing on unlimited screens and enhanced cloud DVR.
Simultaneous Streams
Hulu’s simultaneous streaming limit is up to two devices. However, with the unlimited screens add-on, there’s no cap on how many can watch from the home network, and up to three mobile devices are allowed for viewing outside the home.
Offline Viewing?
No
Ads?
Yes, with the basic option but none with the ad-free version for $11.99
Bundle Options?
Yes. Besides Hulu’s pre-existing flexible subscription options, Disney recently announced it will offer a bundle with Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ for $12.99
Pros
Bundle package gives you more variety.
Tons of TV shows from a variety of networks
Hulu original content
Cons
Pricing – If you want to eliminate ads, it costs more
Interface isn’t the most user friendly.
Limited selection of shows for each network