Spotify Premium is better for users who primarily want ad-free music and podcasts with offline listening, while Disney+ Premium is ideal for those who want high-quality video content from Disney's brands with support for multiple simultaneous streams and spatial audio.
| Attribute | Spotify Premium | Disney+ Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Ad-free listening/viewing | Ad-free listening experience | Ad-free experience for on-demand movies and shows. Ads may appear in select live and linear programming. |
| Offline downloads | Download songs and podcasts for offline listening. Premium users can download 10,000 songs on each device, up to 5 different devices. | Downloads available on Android and iOS devices on up to 10 devices. Maximum 25 titles across all devices linked to the account. |
| Content library size | Massive library of music and a sizeable library of podcasts. Users can access millions of songs. Users can add up to 70 Million songs. | Smaller content library compared to competitors like Netflix and Amazon Prime. Offers a wide selection of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic content. |
| Audio/video quality (resolution, bitrate) | Premium: Up to 320kbps. Free: Up to 160kbps. Supports AAC, Ogg Vorbis, and HE-AACv2. Data usage varies depending on the audio quality setting: Low Quality (24 kbps): Around 0.18 MB per minute; Normal Quality (96 kbps): Around 0.72 MB per minute; Very High Quality (320 kbps): Approximately 2.5-4.17 MB per minute. | Up to 4K UHD and HDR video quality. Dolby Atmos supported. Data usage varies: Automatic (up to 7.7 GB/hour), Moderate (around 2 GB/hour), and Save data (around 0.7 GB/hour). Available video quality settings include Automatic (up to 4K UHD), Moderate (HD), and Save Data (SD). Audio quality includes Dolby Atmos (Premium), 5.1 surround sound (Standard), and stereo. |
| Device compatibility | iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows devices. Also available on some cars, TVs, gaming consoles, and smartwatches. | Supports web browsers, mobile devices, tablets, streaming sticks, game consoles, smart TVs, and cars (Mercedes-Benz, Tesla). |
| Family plan availability and cost | $19.99 per month for up to six members living together. Includes parental controls for filtering explicit content. | No specific "family plan." Up to 7 profiles can be created on one account, and streaming is allowed on up to 4 devices simultaneously. |
| Student discount availability and cost | $5.99 per month. Includes access to Hulu's (With Ads) plan at no extra cost. Students need to fill out the SheerID verification form. | A 15% discount on an annual subscription may be available through third-party platforms like Student Beans or UNiDAYS. Eligibility requires being at least 18 years old and enrolled in an accredited college or university. Verification of student status is needed through a platform like Student Beans or UNiDAYS. |
| Original content offerings | Exclusive podcasts, live recordings, and original video content. | Offers original content, including series like *The Mandalorian* and *WandaVision*. |
| Personalized recommendations | Algorithmically curated playlists and personalized recommendations based on listening history. | Uses AI-powered recommendations based on viewing history and preferences. |
| User interface and experience | Clean, modern design. UX design prioritizes simplicity and ease of use. | Generally considered user-friendly, with a simple and clean design. Intuitive and easy to navigate. |
| Simultaneous streams | One device at a time with a Premium account. The Family plan allows simultaneous streaming on up to six devices. | Allows streaming on up to 4 devices at the same time. |
| Spatial audio support | Not available | Supports Dolby Atmos. DTS:X spatial audio is also available for IMAX Enhanced content on select devices. Apple's immersive Spatial Audio is exclusively available on the Apple Vision Pro. |