If you're a sports enthusiast, you're likely familiar with ESPN, but their streaming service, ESPN+, might still leave you with questions despite being available since 2018. ESPN+ enhances your sports viewing experience by complementing traditional network channels, ensuring you don't miss out on any action.
Below, we provide a comprehensive guide to ESPN+ for 2025, including details on what the service offers, available live sports, pricing, and more.
What Is ESPN+? The Sports Streaming Service, Explained
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ESPN+ is a subscription-based streaming service that offers access to live sporting events, exclusive ESPN films and series (many of which are not available on standard ESPN networks), premium articles, and more. However, it's important to note that ESPN+ does not include access to the main ESPN channels like ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPNEWS. For example, to watch SportsCenter, you'll still need a traditional cable or live TV subscription.
Despite this, ESPN+ boasts a growing library of original ESPN TV shows such as "Man in the Arena" with Tom Brady, "Peyton's Places," "ESPN FC," and more. Since 2019, it has been the exclusive home for "NFL Primetime," which provides highlights and analysis of NFL games every Sunday night during the season. Additionally, subscribers can enjoy the entire archive of ESPN's acclaimed "30 for 30" sports documentary series.
If you're into sports journalism, ESPN+ also grants access to ESPN+ Premium Articles on their website, featuring in-depth analysis, rankings, mock drafts, and more from renowned sports writers.
ESPN+ Plans and Prices (As of March 2025)
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You can purchase ESPN+ as a standalone subscription for $11.99 per month, or choose the ESPN+ Annual Plan for $119.99 per year, which saves you 15% off the monthly price. Alternatively, you can bundle ESPN+ (With Ads) with Disney+ (With Ads) and Hulu (With Ads) for $16.99 per month.
Does ESPN+ Have a Free Trial?
Unfortunately, ESPN+ does not offer a free trial. While there are no current promotions directly from ESPN, some third parties might provide special offers. If you're looking for free trials, other streaming services might offer sports content.
What Channels Does ESPN+ Include?
ESPN+ does not include traditional channels. Instead, it features a variety of live sporting events, a vast archive of previously aired events, and exclusive on-demand ESPN series and shows, most of which are not available on standard ESPN channels.
Can You Watch Live Sports on ESPN+?
Yes, ESPN+ offers thousands of live sporting events, including select NFL, MLB, and NHL games, various soccer leagues from around the world, F1, golf, boxing, and a range of collegiate sports. Availability may vary based on your location and is subject to regional blackouts.
ESPN+ is the exclusive streaming platform for UFC events, including Pay-Per-View (PPV) fights, Fight Nights, and more. While UFC PPV events cost an additional $79.99 on top of your ESPN+ subscription, Fight Nights and other events are included at no extra cost. You can also access hundreds of popular fights from the UFC archive.
Keep in mind, ESPN+ does not replace season pass-like streaming services such as NFL Sunday Ticket or MLB.TV, as most live games throughout the season won't be available. However, for fans of UFC, NHL, soccer, and college sports, ESPN+ offers a substantial selection.
How to Watch ESPN+ - Available Platforms
ESPN+ is available on various devices in HD, supporting up to three simultaneous streams. If you're subscribed to the Disney Bundle Trio (including Hulu and ESPN+), you can now watch all your content conveniently through the Disney+ app (in the US).
You can also access ESPN+ through the ESPN app on mobile devices, streaming devices like Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and Google Chromecast, select smart TVs, as well as gaming consoles such as PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
