Updated June 2026 -- Verified Current Data
Every Streaming Free Trial in 2026: Which Services Still Offer Them
Netflix ended trials in 2020, Disney+ in 2024, Max in 2020, Paramount+ in January 2026, and Hulu in June 2026. But 2 major services still offer free trials worth up to 30 days. Here is the complete, honest picture.
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Trial Status at a Glance
Green = free trial available. Red = no trial. Amber = alternative access (free tier or carrier deal).
Complete Comparison Table
All prices are monthly. Verified June 2026.
| Service | Trial? | Trial Length | Card Required? | With Ads | No Ads | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Prime | Yes | 30 days | Yes | $8.99 | $14.99 | View → |
| Apple TV+ | Yes | 7 days | No | -- | $12.99 | View → |
| Hulu | No | None (ended Jun 2026) | -- | $11.99 | $18.99 | View → |
| Max (HBO) | No | None | -- | $10.99 | $18.49 | View → |
| Paramount+ | No | None | -- | $8.99 | $13.99 | View → |
| Netflix | No | None | -- | $8.99 | $19.99 | View → |
| Disney+ | No | None | -- | $11.99 | $18.99 | View → |
| Peacock | No | None | -- | $10.99 | $16.99 | View → |
| ESPN+ | No | None | -- | $11.99 | $11.99 | View → |
| Tubi | Free tier | No trial needed | No | Free | -- | View → |
| Pluto TV | Free tier | No trial needed | No | Free | -- | View → |
Its 30-day trial is the most generous available from any major streaming service in 2026 (Hulu's matching trial ended in June 2026). Start here when stacking.
Tubi and Pluto TV are permanently free with ads and need no account. Apple TV+ is the only trial service that does not require a credit card.
Buy any new iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV and get 3 months of Apple TV+ free -- no credit card required for the trial period.
The Free Trial Landscape Has Changed Significantly
Services That Eliminated Trials
- Netflix -- ended October 2020
- Max (HBO Max) -- no standard trial since 2020
- Disney+ -- ended June 2024
- Paramount+ -- phased out January 2026
- Hulu -- 30-day standalone trial ended June 2026 (Hulu + Live TV keeps a 3-day trial)
- ESPN+ -- never had a standalone trial
- Peacock -- trial ended 2021; free tier closed to new users 2023
Why This Happened
Trial churn was costly. Subscribers would sign up, binge one show, and cancel without converting. As content libraries grew stronger and brand recognition increased, these companies determined that trials were no longer needed for customer acquisition. The shift reflects their confidence in their content and puts the burden on consumers to commit upfront.
What This Means for You
For Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Max, and Paramount+, there is no legitimate standalone free trial in 2026. Carrier deals (T-Mobile, Verizon, Comcast) are the closest alternative. The 2 major services that still offer trials are worth prioritising if you want to sample before you commit. Our stacking guide shows how to get up to 37 free days from the major trials -- more with niche services -- by rotating them strategically.
Stack Trials for Up to 37 Free Days
Start with Amazon Prime (30 days), then Apple TV+ (7 days). Start one at a time, cancel before each trial ends, and you get well over a month of streaming for free -- with niche trials (Crunchyroll, BritBox, Discovery+) you can extend it further.