What Is ESPN Unlimited? A 2026 Guide to Cost and Features
- Access to every ESPN channel and ESPN+
- Watch NBA, NFL, college football, and more
- Bundle options with Disney+ and Hulu
$29.99/mo.
Explore ESPN Unlimited costs and plans
| Plan | Price | Video quality | Ads? | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESPN Unlimited (Monthly Plan) | $29.99/mo. | Up to 4K UHD | ✔ | View Plan |
| ESPN Unlimited (Annual Plan) | $299.99/yr. | Up to 4K UHD | ✔ | View Plan |
| Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited bundle | $35.99/mo. | Up to 4K UHD | ✔ | View Plan |
| Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited (premium) | $44.99/mo. | Up to 4K UHD | ✔ | View Plan |
Data effective as of publish date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Ads will be served in select live and linear content.
ESPN Unlimited is a streaming service that includes every ESPN-owned channel. So in addition to getting access to ESPN2 and ESPNU, you’ll also get channels like ACC Network, SEC Network, and several others. ESPN Unlimited also includes all ESPN+ content.
For those who want to subscribe to ESPN Unlimited, there are various options and iterations of plans and bundles. You can sign up for ESPN Unlimited on its own, through a streaming bundle, or with a cable or satellite TV plan.
How do I sign up for ESPN Unlimited?
The main way to sign up for ESPN Unlimited is on its signup page. You’ll need to create a MyDisney account to subscribe if you don’t already have one. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do that.
- Visit plus.espn.com.
- For ESPN Unlimited alone, click “Get ESPN.” To bundle it with Hulu and Disney+, click “Get Bundle.”
- To bundle with ESPN Unlimited and FOX One, click “View additional plan options” and “Browse Plans” to locate the option you’re interested in.
- Once you’ve made your choice, click “Continue” on the bottom right of the page. Enter your billing info, confirm the payment, and you’re off and running.
The above process is specific to ESPN’s official website. If you’re a subscriber to major providers like DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Spectrum, or YouTube TV, you’ll have access to ESPN Unlimited. Just remember: Each service has its own activation process.
More providers are expected to offer ESPN Unlimited in the near future.
ESPN Unlimited deals and promotions
The Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited bundle no longer has a limited-time introductory discount, but it can still save you money compared to subscribing to all three services separately. The standard bundle costs $35.99 per month and includes ad-supported versions of Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited.
For $44.99 per month, the Premium bundle removes ads from most Disney+ and Hulu movies and shows. ESPN Unlimited still includes ads, and commercials may also appear during select live and linear programming.
How to try ESPN Unlimited for free
ESPN Unlimited doesn’t offer a standard standalone free trial, but some live TV streaming services provide temporary access through their own trials. Hulu + Live TV occasionally offers free trials of varying lengths and includes ESPN Unlimited access when you use your Hulu login in the ESPN app.
DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial, and its streaming Signature packages and MySports Genre Pack include ESPN Unlimited. That gives eligible new customers temporary access before the paid subscription kicks in.
Fubo also offers a five-day free trial, and eligible base plans include ESPN Unlimited. Trial availability and length can vary, so check the current offer before signing up.
YouTube TV typically has some of the longest free trial offers, and base plans with traditional ESPN access include ESPN Unlimited.
ESPN Unlimited features and user experience at a glance
How you experience ESPN Unlimited depends on the streaming platform you use. Here’s a quick overview of the service’s core features, but keep in mind that these can vary based on your exact plan type and streaming device.
Every ESPN channel
Subscribers to cable, satellite, or live TV streaming providers are already familiar with having ESPN and ESPN2. But the Unlimited version of ESPN also provides access to other ESPN-owned channels like the ACC Network, SEC Network, and many more. It’s perfect for people who love a side of college sports to go with their diet of the NBA, NFL, NHL, and MLB.
All of ESPN+
If all the channel offerings aren’t enough for you, ESPN Unlimited gives you all the content that appears on ESPN+. That means extra golf and tennis coverage, preseason games from many major sports leagues, original documentaries, and much more.
Simultaneous streams, replays
Sometimes the sports calendar dictates needing to have two games on at once. Luckily, ESPN Unlimited allows subscribers to use the service on up to three devices. It also lets you replay games and rewind live eligible events on supported devices.
SportsCenter For You
The ESPN mobile app has a feature called SportsCenter For You, which is a riff on TikTok’s For You page. It’s within the app’s Verts menu of vertical videos and features clips based on teams or sports you’ve already shown interest in. The feature is narrated by AI-created voices of ESPN personalities.
ESPN Unlimited FAQ
What is the difference between ESPN Unlimited and ESPN Select?
ESPN Select offers only ESPN+ content, which still includes tons of live sports, original documentaries and series, and simulcasts of select broadcasts. ESPN Unlimited includes everything on ESPN+ as well as access to SportsCenter, ESPN on ABC, and every sports channel ESPN owns.
Does YouTube TV have ESPN Unlimited?
Yes, YouTube TV subscribers with the Main Plan or Sports Plan receive ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost. To activate it, open YouTube account sharing, select Connect, and follow ESPN's prompts to sign in and link your accounts before streaming in the ESPN app.
What devices can I use to watch ESPN Unlimited?
ESPN Unlimited can be accessed on web browsers and most devices, including phones with Android and iOS operating systems. It can also be found on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Xbox One, Roku, PS4, PS5, and Kindle Fire tablets.
Can I cancel ESPN Unlimited at any time?
Yes, no matter how you're subscribed, you can easily cancel ESPN Unlimited whenever you want. You'll just need to cancel through the service that bills your subscription.
