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Netflix is undoubtedly familiar to many, and its closest competitors as far as popularity is concerned are Disney Plus and Amazon Prime Video. You would probably expect a comparison of streaming services to focus on these three. However, this comparative presentation is about Disney Plus vs. Netflix vs. Crave. This comparison focuses on the Canadian online streaming market, and the aforenamed trio is among the leading options.
How do you determine which is the best streaming service in Canada? If you are already a Netflix subscriber, would you consider switching to Crave or Disney Plus? Would it make sense to subscribe to all three of them? Decide how you can answer these questions by going through the comparative details below.
Netflix, Disney Plus, and Crave are generally available across all regions of Canada. However, in case your ISP or condominium WiFi administrator restricts access to them, you can use a VPN to bypass the restrictions and to ensure safe streaming if you are connected to public WiFi.
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Disney Plus vs. Netflix vs. Crave: Comparison Table
Here’s a quick look at the main similarities and differences between Disney Plus, Netflix, and Crave. These are just the highlights, though, so be sure to read more below to have a better appreciation of what these three streaming options offer.
| Disney Plus | Netflix | Crave | |
| Content Library | 4,000+ movies and series | 8,000+ movies and series | 1,400 movies and series |
| Pricing | CAD$11.99/month to CAD 119.99/year | CAD$5.99 to CAD 20.99 per month | CAD$9.99 to CAD$19.99 per month |
| Device Compatibility | Android, iOS, Chromecast, smart TVs, PlayStation, Xbox | Android, iOS, Chromecast, smart TVs, PlayStation, Xbox | Android, iOS, Chromecast, smart TVs, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Streaming Quality | Up to 4K with 4K HDR content | Up to 4K with 4K HDR content | Up to 4K |
| Original Content | Unspecified | Over 1,500 | Unspecified |
| Offline Viewing | Yes, unlimited downloads | Yes, up to 100 downloaded titles | Yes, up to 20 downloaded titles |
| Advertisements | None | Ad-supported basic plan | None |
| Simultaneous Streams | Up to 4 | Up to 4 | Up to 4 |
Which Has the Best Content Library Between Disney Plus, Netflix, and Crave?
Netflix is the runaway winner regarding the number of content offered. With over 8,000 movies and series in its collection, it has twice the volume offered by Disney+ and more than five times the number of movies and shows carried by Crave.
With its extensive library, Netflix offers something of interest to everyone, including popular Korean movies and dramas and hit non-English (with English subtitles) shows from different parts of the world. However, some users complain that Netflix does not provide regular updates on the changes in its content.
Winner: Netflix
Which Is More Affordable: Disney Plus, Netflix, or Crave?
The Basic (with ads) Netflix subscription costs CAD$5.99 per month. For the Standard and Premium subscriptions, the prices are CAD$16.49 and CAD$20.99, respectively.
For Disney Plus, the basic subscription is CAD$11.99 per month, but you can reduce the effective monthly subscription price if you go for the annual subscription. The annual plan costs CAD$119.99 per year or CAD$9.99 per month. In December 2022, Disney Plus launched an ad-supported plan similar to that of Netflix, but it is not available in Canada yet. It has also discontinued its initial week-long free trial period.
The basic Crave subscription would set you off for CAD$20 per month. If you choose the Crave with STARZ package, the price is CAD$14. The highest subscription package costs CAD$19 per month, which provides an ad-free viewing experience.
Crave offers seven-day-long free trial periods. In contrast, Netflix and Disney Plus do not have a free trial period.
So, which is the cheaper option among the three? Netflix has the least expensive plan at CAD$5.99.
Winner: Netflix
Will Disney Plus, Netflix or Crave Play on Most Devices?
Disney Plus, Netflix, and Crave all have Android and iOS apps. They can also be installed in Apple and Samsung smart TVs as well as Xbox, PlayStation, Amazon Fire TV, and Chromecast.
Netflix has the edge when it comes to the ability to play across a wide range of devices. This is mainly because of its app maturity. It has been in the streaming business far longer than most other streaming services. Also, with its global reach, it is overseen by more developers, and complaints about the app are discovered and addressed more quickly.
Winner: Netflix
Which Has the Best Streaming Quality Between Disney Plus, Netflix or Crave?
All three streaming services support up to 4K quality video streaming. However, only Netflix and Disney Plus offer content in 4K HDR. Ultra high-definition streaming requires mid-range to top-tier device specs and a fast internet connection (around 50 Mbps) to work reliably.
So far, there have been no significant issues in the 4K playing ability of the Disney Plus, Netflix, and Crave apps. They only experience stutters and occasional freezing when the internet connection speed drops.
Winner: Tie between Netflix and Disney Plus
Which Among Disney Plus, Netflix, or Crave Has a Good User Interface?
Disney Plus, Netflix, and Crave all have good user interfaces. There are no considerable issues worth pointing out. The complaints posted on app review sites are typical temporary concerns.
Netflix, however, stands out because of the familiarity it has established. It is also apparent that the Netflix UI/UX is based on the findings of user interface and user experience research. It is intuitive and user-friendly. The design is also neat, plus it rarely encounters hiccups or app freezing.
Winner: Netflix
Which Among Disney Plus, Netflix, or Crave Produce The Most Original Content?
Netflix has the most number of original content, including those produced locally in different countries. Netflix has reportedly produced more than 1,500 original movies and series. In second place is Disney Plus. Most of Crave’s programs are sourced from various studios like Warner Bros, HBO, Paramount, Lionsgate, and Comedy Central, but it does have a few numbers of original content such as “Shoresy” and “Letterkenny.”
Winner: Netflix
Which Among Disney Plus, Netflix, or Crave Allow Offline Viewing?
All three streaming services compared here support offline viewing. Users can download the movies or series they like and watch them even without an internet connection. Disney Plus allows users to download as many movies or shows for offline viewing. Crave, on the other hand, can only store up to 20 movies or show episodes. Netflix can let you store up to 100.
Winner: Disney Plus
Which Among Disney Plus, Netflix, or Crave Allow Advertisements?
Only Netflix has an ad-supported plan available to Canadian viewers. Disney Plus introduced a similar plan in the later part of 2022. However, this plan is limited to US subscribers for now.
Winner: Netflix
Which Among Disney Plus, Netflix, or Crave Allow Simultaneous Streams?
Disney Plus and Netflix let subscribers stream at the same time through up to four devices. Crave offers something similar, supporting up to four simultaneous streams at the highest 4K video resolution.
Winner: Tie
Which Among Disney Plus, Netflix, or Crave Has The Best Customer Service?
Netflix provides customer support through live chat and telephone. Disney Plus and Crave are similarly reachable through telephone, live chat, and social media. It would be difficult to accurately represent the quality of customer service each streaming platform provides. However, it is safe to say that there have been no significant customer service complaints for these three streaming services.
Winner: Tie
And the Winner Is: Netflix!
Which is the best streaming service in Canada? The answer is easy: Netflix. It offers the most extensive library of content, which is significantly larger than those of the other two. This popular streaming platform also has the lowest-priced plan, albeit with ads in it. Web interface design and reliability are similar for all three services, but app maturity and technical team responsiveness provide Netflix an edge.
