Best streaming service to have in Philippines in 2024
There's ton of streaming services on the market, but which one is the best to have?
If you're looking for a streaming service, there's not a shortage of options out there and which one is best, depends on your need and budget
HBO Go
Family content, HBO originals and DC
Why we picked it
Quick to release fairly new big blockbuster movies, high quality original content and good selection in family friendly content
Who it's for
With content from Cartoon Network and other family focused content, HBO Go is a great option for families with kids
It also have big blockbuster content, both produced by themselves (Game of Thrones, Last of Us) and produced by other studios. So here you'll find something for most
Why you might not like it
No option for profiles, as all other streaming services has. Meaning you can't create a seperate profile for kids, with age restrictions or for other members of your house hold, so you can track your watch history separately
Disney+
Disney, Start Wars, Marvel, Fox and more
Why we picked it
Disney is famous for their family friend content, but have expanded with more adult content as well. With Marvel, Star Wars, Fox, Hulu and many more franchises and brands under their belt
Who it's for
First thing that comes to most people's mind, when they hear Disney. Are the classic Disney content, such as Beauty and the Beast, Little Mermaid, Donald Duck and Mickey Mouse. Which you'll find here
In addition, Disney owns a wide range of media creators such as Lucasfilm (Star Wars), Marvel (Avengers, Iron-Man, Hulk) and 20th Century Fox (Simpsons, Family Guy). They also have a decent selection in anime and new episodes are often available within a day of airing in Japan. Which gives you a wide variety of content available
Why you might not like it
Slow release schedule of Disney created content. Once you have seen the Disney content you wish to see it can be months before the next one arrives
Netflix
Wide variety
Why we picked it
The OG streaming service is still running strong, with a wide variety of content and constant release of new content
Without a doubt the streaming service with the wide selection in content and most frequent releases of new content. If you're a child or an adult, you'll always find something new to watch
With both in-house/partner produced content and blockbuster content can be found here. With an ever growing focus on Anime, this is an great options for Anime fans, as well as people wanting most other type of content
Who it's for
With content for all ages, Netflix is an all-rounder that's will be good for most people
Why you might not like it
The most expensive streaming service on the market, especially if you want access to the best resolution and HDR content
YouTube Premium
Why we picked it
There's so many great creators out there, that gotten a venue to show their talents. All from single person creations to huge teams, there's a place for all in YouTube and why it's among the most popular streaming services out there
Which you get to get fully immersed in the content, as there's no ad breaks (besides what the creator might do themselves). You also get access to offline feature for both YouTube and YouTube Music, and higher quality (mainly higher bitrate)
Who it's for
It's an great addition streaming service, when you want to watch something light and easy. Replacing a bit linear TV in the sense that you can just mindless watch show after show. YouTube has content for everyone
Why you might not like it
Paying for something you can get for free, by watching some ads
Amazon Prime Video
High quality TV shows
Why we picked it
They have ramped up production in own content and have now many great series under their belt. They have also a great selection in licensed content
Who it's for
It has something for most and with very competitive pricing. Most people will find something to watch
Crunchyroll
Anime and Manga
Why we picked it
If you love anime and manage, Crunchyroll is one of the OG -legal- providers out there with an ever growing library and original content
Who it's for
People who love anime and manga
If you're on a strict budget, they even have a free ad supported model where you get access to parts of their library
Why you might not like it
If you're not a fan of anime and manga, then this isn't for you
They have a limited selection in the Philippines, so a lot of their library isn't available and that includes some of their own content
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