Some of the best shows on television can only be streamed.
Overall Findings
Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime are all good streaming platforms.
All three provide both original and third-party content.
Lifewire
Netflix currently offers the most original content.
Hulu is great if you want to keep up on the latest TV episodes.
Not only does it have the most original content, but it also has some of the best.
The service also has a movie deal with Adam Sandler and a growing list of original foreign films.
Netflix focuses on streaming a complete series along with a movie collection and original content.
Hulu’s strategy is to offer what’s on television right now rather than what was on last year.
In many ways, Hulu is theDVRof streaming services.
But, this strategy has some drawbacks.
It doesn’t offer content from every connection.
Despite these limitations, Hulu remains a great option for those who like to stay current on television.
It costs less than renting an HD DVR from your cable company.
In addition to recent episodes, it has original content.
And through a deal with EPIX, Hulu also offers a modest selection of movies.
In many ways, Amazon Prime is a slightly inferior version of Netflix.
Amazon has some great original content, but it doesn’t have nearly as much original content as Netflix.
That’s changing, though, with additions likeThe Expanse,Carnival Row,The Boys, andJack Ryan.
Amazon also offers a range of movies and television shows, although not everything is included with Prime.
Many new movies are available as separate rentals only.
One nice bonus is Amazon’s deal with HBO, which gives access to older series likeTrue BloodandThe Sopranos.
However, when you consider each of these offers a standalone service, the appeal is somewhat limited.
Amazon Prime also has the worst interface of the three.
Hulu’s ad-free membership isn’t exactly ad-free.
The company says it’s obligated to air advertising for certain content.
Amazon Prime offers two-day free shipping on anything bought on Amazon.
Unlike Netflix and Hulu, Amazon offers both yearly and monthly memberships.
These services are widely available on many streaming media devices, mobile devices, smart TVs, and more.
Hulu is widely available as well, but with some caveats.
But what if you could only choose one?
FAQ
Tocancel Netflixin a web web client, select yourProfile icon>Account>Cancel Membership.
Tocancel Huluin a web web client, select yourProfile icon>Account>Cancelnext toCancel Your Subscription.
