Disney+ vs Netflix in Canada
Quick answer
Get Disney+ if your household watches Disney and Pixar films, Marvel and Star Wars series or National Geographic, which you will not find on Netflix; in Canada it also includes Hulu. Get Netflix if you want a constant stream of new original series, films and international shows. Both put 4K and four screens on their top plan only. Because plans here are paid once and end on their own, switching between the two around the releases you care about is easy.
LicenceBase sells both products, so this page is not neutral. Features are set by each brand and change over time. LicenceBase prices are read live from the store; brand list prices show the date they were checked on the brand's own site.
Prices in Canadian dollars
| Product | LicenceBase price (CAD) | Lowest per month | Brand's own price (reference) | Product page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disney Plus |
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$5.99 on 1 Month | Standard with Ads: CA$8.99/monthChecked Oct 2026 on Disney+'s siteStandard: CA$15.99/month (Or CA$159.99/year)Checked Oct 2026 on Disney+'s sitePremium: CA$16.99/month (4K; or CA$169.99/year)Checked Oct 2026 on Disney+'s site | View plans |
| Netflix |
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$9.00 on 3 Months | Standard with ads: CA$7.99/monthChecked Oct 2026 on Netflix's siteStandard: CA$18.99/monthChecked Oct 2026 on Netflix's sitePremium: CA$23.99/monthChecked Oct 2026 on Netflix's site | View plans |
Brand prices are what the brand charges on its own Canadian site, shown for reference on the date given, before any tax the brand adds; follow the link for today's price. They are not LicenceBase prices: LicenceBase is an independent store, not the brand, and its plans are one-time payments for a fixed term, sold on different terms from the brand's own subscription. A brand price appears only where we have matched our product to the brand's plan.
Which should you choose?
Choose Disney Plus if
- Children in the house watch Disney and Pixar films again and again
- You follow Marvel or Star Wars series
- You like National Geographic documentaries or Hulu shows
- You want one month around a specific release
Choose Netflix if
- You watch new original series and films as they arrive
- You enjoy international series and documentaries
- Your household watches a wide mix of genres
- You want the larger rotating catalogue of the two
Key differences
| Feature | Disney Plus | Netflix |
|---|---|---|
| Known for | Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and, in Canada, Hulu | Original series and films, and a large range of international shows |
| 4K on the brand's own plans | Premium plan only | Premium plan only |
| Screens at once on the brand's own plans | 2 on Standard plans, 4 on Premium | 2 on Standard plans, 4 on Premium |
| Downloads on the brand's own plans | Not on Standard with Ads; up to 10 devices on the ad-free plans | On every plan: 2 devices, or 6 on Premium |
| Catalogue in Canada | Differs from the US; Hulu content varies by country | Differs from the US |
| Plans at LicenceBase | 1 month | 1, 2 or 3 months |
Two very different libraries
Disney+ is the home of Disney's own brands: Disney and Pixar animation, the Marvel films and series, Star Wars, National Geographic and, on the Canadian service, Hulu. Much of that catalogue is exclusive, so if your family watches those franchises, there is no substitute. Netflix works the other way: it releases original series, films, documentaries and stand-up every week and licenses a wide range of shows from other studios and countries.
Neither library is the same in Canada as in the United States. If one title is the reason you are subscribing, search for it on the service's own website first to make sure it is streaming here.
Plans, picture quality and screens
On their own Canadian sites, the two services are built the same way: a cheaper plan with ads, a Standard plan in Full HD on two screens, and a Premium plan with 4K and four screens. Disney+ allows downloads only on its ad-free plans, while every Netflix plan includes downloads on a set number of devices. Netflix also lets Standard and Premium members pay to add extra members outside the household.
The LicenceBase listings name the service, not the brand's plan tier. If 4K, the number of screens or a specific account matters to you, email us before you buy and we confirm what the plan includes.
Rotating instead of choosing
Plans at LicenceBase are paid once in Canadian dollars and stop at the end of their term, so there is nothing to cancel. That makes it practical to take a month of Disney Plus for a new Marvel or Star Wars series, then move to Netflix for the next big original. Orders are prepared by hand, and we aim to deliver within 30 minutes of payment.
Pros and cons
Disney Plus
Pros
- Exclusive Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars catalogue
- Includes National Geographic and, in Canada, Hulu
- Easy to pick for families with children
Cons
- Smaller range outside its own franchises
- No downloads on the plan with ads
Netflix
Pros
- New original series and films every week
- Broad international catalogue
- Downloads included on every plan
Cons
- Licensed titles rotate out over time
- No Disney, Marvel or Star Wars titles
Verdict
Disney+ is the clear pick for families and for Marvel, Star Wars and Pixar fans, because that catalogue is not available anywhere else. Netflix is the better single service for a steady supply of new series and films across every genre. Many households alternate between them a month at a time.
Frequently asked questions
Does Disney+ include Hulu in Canada?
Yes. Disney+ says its Canadian service includes Hulu, alongside Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic. Hulu content varies by country.
Which one has 4K?
Both, but only on their Premium plans on the brands' own sites. If you need 4K from a LicenceBase plan, email us before you buy to confirm the tier.
Can I watch Disney+ and Netflix on my TV?
Yes. Both have apps for smart TVs and streaming devices as well as phones, tablets and computers.
Do these plans renew automatically?
No. Each LicenceBase plan is a single card payment in CAD for the term shown. When it ends, you decide whether to buy again.
