Streaming Disney+ Just Got More Difficult For Roku Users

In case you missed it, Disney+ just debuted a new price plan for subscribers.

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Instead of offering just one subscriber plan, Disney now offers two different price plans to choose from, with an ad-supported plan at $7.99 per month. But if you own one particular streaming device, you won’t be able to opt into the cheaper streaming option.

Existing and new Disney+ subscribers can now choose between the Basic plan at $7.99 per month or the Premium plan at $10.99 per month. The Basic plan includes approximately 4 minutes of ads per hour of streaming, while the Premium plan does not include ads and also offers some additional perks.

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However, you’re limited to the Premium plan if you stream Disney+ via a Roku Streaming Stick or have a Roku-based smart TV. Why? Let’s dive in.

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Disney explains on their website that as of right now, Disney+ Basic is not available on Roku devices or the Microsoft Windows Desktop app. Disney+ Premium, however, is available, which means you’d need to pay the higher tier $10.99 per month to be able to stream Disney+ on your Roku device.

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If you opt to bundle Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+, you can get the Disney Bundle Trio Premium, which is available on Roku devices. The Duo Basic and the Trio Basic plans, however, are not currently available on Roku devices.

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Disney does not explain why this is an issue or when/if it may be fixed. In the meantime, you may have to find other ways to stream Disney+ if you primarily use Roku devices and currently subscribe to the Basic plan.

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