Best Streaming Video · head-to-head
Hulu vs Netflix
A sourced, side-by-side comparison for streaming video. Netflix has the lower entry price. Every figure links to the vendor's own page and the date we captured it.
Netflix has the lower entry price — Hulu starts at $11.99/mo, Netflix at $8.99/mo. Free tier: Hulu No, Netflix No. HIPAA: Hulu —, Netflix —.
As of 2026-06-13 · figures link to their source below
Side by side
Hulu
$11.99/mo entryNetflix
$8.99/mo entrySources — Hulu: dealnews.com (verified 2026-06-13) · Netflix: dealnews.com (verified 2026-06-13)
Key features
Hulu: Unlimited Cloud DVR with 9-month retention (Live TV plans); 95+ live channels including local ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX affiliates (Live TV plans); Next-day access to current-season network programming; Hulu Originals library; Disney+ and ESPN content accessible within Hulu app (Live TV bundle); Add-on channel packages (HBO, Showtime, Starz) available; Student discount — $1.99/mo on With Ads plan
Netflix: 4K Ultra HD + HDR + Dolby Vision (Premium only); Spatial audio on 700+ titles (Premium only); Netflix Games — 100+ ad-free mobile games included at no extra cost; Smart Downloads — auto-deletes watched episodes, queues next; Offline downloads on Standard and Premium tiers; Parental controls with PIN protection and content maturity ratings; Up to 5 user profiles per account