- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Wed, 29 Jan 2025 04:23 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Top 10 Most Popular OTT Platforms: The OTT platforms have brought a revolution in watching films, TV shows and live content. These streaming services give users the chance to enjoy entertainment anytime, anywhere without any need for cable TV. Some of the highly rated OTT networks include Netflix, Disney+, YouTube and Amazon Prime Video, with millions of active subscribers around the globe. These platforms include a variety of movies, web series, sports and exclusive content. With the advances in technology and simple accessibility, streaming services have gradually become a widespread phenomenon.
Here is the list of the top 10 OTT platforms worldwide, detailing their features. Also, check out subscription plans for some of these streaming services in India.
1. Netflix
Founded in 1997 in the United States, Netflix launched its streaming services world in 2007. As of January 2025, Netflix is the most-subscribed video-on-demand streaming service globally with as many as 301.6 million subscribers. Netflix is available in more than 190 countries excluding China, North Korea, Syria and Russia.
Subscription Plans In India
Mobile: ₹149 per month
Basic: ₹199 per month
Standard: ₹499 per month
Premium: ₹649 per month
2. Amazon Prime Video
Launched in 2006 by Amazon, Prime Videos offers an extensive library of expanded movies, television series and original content. It has reached around 200 million subscribers as of June 2024. The service is available across more than 200 countries and territories.
Subscription Plans In India
Monthly Prime: ₹299 per month
Quarterly Prime: ₹599 per 3-month
Annual Prime: ₹1499 per 12-month
3. Disney+
Introduced in 2019, Disney+ is a streaming platform by The Walt Disney Company which features Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic content. As of September 2024, it has almost 122.7 million subscribers. Disney+ is available in more than 60 countries around North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America.
Subscription Plans In India
Super: Rs 899 per year, or Rs 299 for three months
Premium: Rs 1499 per year, or Rs 299 per month
4. YouTube
Created in 2005 and owned by Google, YouTube is a free global video-sharing platform. While premium services subscriber numbers can vary, the free site itself attracts more than 2 billion logged-in users each month. It is available worldwide except for some countries with established restrictions, such as China, Iran, North Korea and others.
YouTube’s Premium Subscription Plans In India
Individual: ₹149 per month
Student: ₹89 per month
Family: ₹299 per month
5. ESPN+
ESPN+ was launched by ESPN Inc. in 2018 and provides live broadcasts of sports, other original programming and video-on-demand content. As of January 2025, it had approximately 25.6 million subscribers. ESPN+ is available in over 190 countries and territories across all seven continents. It is not available in India.
6. Apple TV+
Apple TV+, launched in 2019, is a platform set up by Apple Inc. focusing on original shows in different genres. As of March 2022, It is estimated to have about 50 million subscribers and is available in over 110 countries around the world.
Apple TV+ subscription price in India: ₹99 per month after 7-day free trial
7. Hulu
Hulu is an American OTT platform that offers a combination of live TV, on-demand movies and original programming, launched in 2008. By January 2025, Hulu had approximately 51.1 million subscribers in the United States. Hulu is currently available only in three countries USA, Japan and China with limited international availability through selective partnerships.
8. Max (formerly HBO Max)
Introduced in 2020, this is an entertainment platform by WarnerMedia. Max combines content from HBO with a vast library of Warner Bros. films and series. As to estimates, in September 2024, it had approximately 100 million subscribers. This platform works for the Americas and parts of Europe (in over 60 countries), with further plans for expansion.
9. Peacock
Peacock, launched by NBCUniversal in 2020, offers a mixed content range of current-season broadcasts, classic shows and original pieces. As of January 2025, it has around 36 million subscribers. Peacock is mainly available in the United States, with some international availability, although it is limited.
10. Paramount+
Paramount+ is a rebranding of ‘CBS All Access’, which made its debut in early 2021, carrying a varied assortment of content from CBS, Paramount Pictures and other ViacomCBS properties. Around 72 million subscribers reportedly used the service in September 2024. The platform operates in 29 countries including America, parts of Europe, and Australia while looking to expand gradually.
