Disney+ Launches New Ad-Supported Tier in Australia

Disney has announced the introduction of a new, lower-cost subscription tier for its Disney+ streaming service in Australia. The new tier is supported by advertisements and offers a more affordable entry point for subscribers.

The new ad-supported tier is priced at $9.99 per month, providing a significant discount compared to the existing plans.

Service Tiers and Pricing

Disney+ now offers three distinct subscription levels in the Australian market:

• Premium Tier: Priced at $24.99 per month. This plan offers 4K/HDR video quality with Dolby Atmos audio and supports up to four simultaneous streams.
• Standard Tier: Priced at $17.99 per month. This plan provides 1080p video with 5.1 audio and supports up to two simultaneous streams.
• Standard with Ads Tier: Priced at $9.99 per month. This new plan offers the same core features as the Standard tier but includes advertisements and removes the ability to download content for offline viewing.

Content and Feature Comparison

All three subscription tiers provide full access to the Disney+ content library, including ESPN live sports and Disney's catalog of movies and series.

The primary differences lie in video/audio quality, the number of allowed simultaneous streams, and the presence of ads. The new budget-friendly tier matches the Standard plan's content and streaming quality but incorporates commercial breaks and disables the download feature.

The launch of this ad-supported option gives Australian consumers a wider range of choices to access the service based on their budget and preference for an ad-free experience.