Disney Plus Desktop App

Disney Plus is an application that was created by Disney in November 2019. With the help of Disney+, users will be able to stream various movies, cartoons, or other media files that were created by The Walt Disney Studios alongside Marvel Studios, Pixar, 20th Century Fox, and many others. The application has already been downloaded more than 10 million times. The application is free to download, but it offers in-app purchases.

Functionality 5/5

There are so many ways that you can watch Disney’s streaming service – from your bed on the MacBook screen, or cast on the huge TV in your living room. However, there’s still no official app available that would make it simpler to track your activity or easily connect the MacBook with other devices. Still, you should expect it in the future.
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Disney+ supports playback on mobile devices, desktop browsers, game consoles, set-top boxes, and smart TVs. You can enjoy Disney+ on the following devices.

After you start the application, you will be able to see many famous films and cartoons. The first page is called “Home”. There you will be able to see movies you might like (the app analysis your preferences and suggests you different shows), you can also see the most popular movies on free Disney Plus. You can also tap the “Pixar”, “Marvel”, “Star Wars” buttons in order to see movies that are related to these categories. The next page is called “Search”. There users can choose what kind of media file they want to watch (Movies, Series, Originals). You can also see collection of different movies or cartoons (for example, Mickey Mouse Collection, Princess Collection, etc.). When you select the movie, you can download it in order to watch the media file offline. The third page allows you to see all the files you have downloaded. You can also see the “Related” section while watching the film, where you will be able to find related media files.

Design 4/5

Disney Plus app design is pretty straightforward. It has a lot of in common with other application that allow users to stream different movies. All the pages are located at the bottom of your screen. You can visit any page you wish by simply tapping on it. You will get used to the interface in a matter of seconds. Users can easily find the movie or series they want by visiting the “Search” section.

Usability 4/5

The Disney Plus app for Windows works great. It provides users with the promised content. But since the application was released not so long time ago, developers still have a lot of things to work on. For example, there is no “Continue watching” feature. Sometimes it could come in handy.

Cross-platform use 5/5

Users can use Disney+ with the help of any web browser. You can also download Disney+ for iOS, Android, Apple TV, Android TV, PlayStation 4, Xbox One. The application will provide users with the same content on all the platforms.

In-app purchases

To get access to every movie on Disney+, you should purchase the Annual or Monthly subscription. You can login into the same account from many platforms. The Annual subscription costs $69.99, and Monthly subscription costs $6.99.

The Bottom Line

Disney+ is a nice application that was created in November 2019. It provides users with a great choice of different movies and series. The application has a straightforward interface, and you can Disney Plus download on many platforms.

The hottest streaming platform right now

Disney+ is the latest mainstream streaming platform. Released by the Walt Disney Company to US consumers last November, the platform is due to launch in the UK and Europe this March. An estimated $2.6 billion was poured into this direct-to-consumer streaming service and the results are impressive. Disney has teamed up with Pixar, Marvel, National Geographic, and Star Wars to bring some never-before seen footage to your screen. Is it time to end your Netflix subscription?

Disney+ brings you family favorites, all-time classics and brand new titles

4K streaming and offline downloads

Netflix, Amazon Prime and Apple TV+ – move aside, Disney+ is in town. This latest video streaming platform has not marginalized its competitors, but it offers an impressive package. Disney+ is much more than Disney. Partners including Pixar, Marvel, and National Geographic have joined forces to create a varied library of content, offering everything from children’s shorts to feature-length adult documentaries.

Like Netflix, Disney+ offers offline downloads, 4K streaming, and personalized playlists. You can also filter content to be age appropriate for young viewers. Stream your movies on-the-go or download your favorite content to watch offline.

The sheer volume of content in the package is staggering. Disney+ owns the rights to 21st Century Fox and has years of franchises under its belt. Do you remember Bedknobs and Broomsticks and Who Framed Rodger Rabbit? Old-school classics are right up there with the latest Disney series like Phineas and Ferb, That’s So Raven and new episodes of High School Musical.

For all its star-studded library however Disney+ is still missing some big titles from its own franchise. Enchanted the pre-Frozen princess classic, The Bridge to Terabithia and Futurama are just a few notable exceptions. Also, signing up to the Disney+ subscription does not mean you get to cut the line to the latest Disney offerings. New movies like the recently released The Lion King remake and Toy Story 4 are not (yet) available on the platform.

Where can you run this program?

Disney+ is truly multiplatform – you can stream most devices and gaming consoles and on up to 10 devices per membership. The browser version is available for Windows and Mac.

There is also a mobile version for Android and iOS smartphones. Devices like the Chromecast and Fire TV are compatible. You can also stream Disney+ through your Sony Playstation 4 and Xbox One.

Is there a better alternative?

Disney+ versus Netflix, Amazon or Apple TV+ - this is the ultimate question in streaming right now. As content goes, Disney+ has launched with a bang and will only continue to improve. An impressive 1000+ titles and counting, and new releases only to be accessed through the subscription.

The subscription rates are competitive and there are special offers as Disney+ launches around the world. Also, you can bundle your package with ESPN+ and Hulu for an all-in-one deal.

Our take

Disney+ is impressive – but not perfect. It has neither the cutting-edge original content released by Netflix and HBO (think Stranger Things and Game of Thrones). The app version still has many improvements to make in speed and usability before it can compete with the Netflix and Amazon Prime Video apps.

Should you download it?

If you are a huge fan of Disney or the content it has rights to (Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic) then Disney+ would be a smart move. For a more rounded experience however, don’t download it just yet and stick with Netflix.

Highs

Volume of content
Competitive membership rates
4K Streaming
Offline downloads

Lows

Some Disney titles missing
App version needs improving

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