Watching TV is becoming a more complicated process these days.
If youve ditched cable like many of us have you probably rely on streaming services.
Long gone are the days of just Netflix and Hulu.
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If youre drowning in the streaming sea, you might want to consider streaming bundles.
What Are Streaming Bundles and Why Are They a Smart Way to Save?
The right one could help you save up to $30 or more per month.
It also reduces the number of bills and subscriptions you have to keep track of.
Take a look through which streaming services you pay for.
And if youre not sure what all youve been paying for, we suggest using an app likeRocket Money.
It shows you exactly where youre wasting money on forgotten subscriptions.
Disney Bundles
Disney offers several options for streamers like you.
you’re able to combine Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ starting at $16.99/month.
For Disney+ and Hulu separately, it would be about $20/month.
Having all three of those without the bundle would run you about $30/month.
All of these are a great deal if you use these services frequently.
Paramount+ and Showtime
Are you in it for the drama?
You could have lots of show and movie options with Paramount+ and Showtime bundled together.
The package is $12.99/month and theres no ads.
Just a Paramount+ subscription that includes ads is $7.99/month.
Skipping ads and extra shows for another $5?
Have a Walmart+ membership?
you might get Paramount+ through that at no additional cost, then upgrade to include Showtime through that account.
Thats even cheaper than the discounted bundle you get outside of Verizon.
The phone carrier also offers a Netflix and Max bundle for $10/month.
Otherwise, its $7.99/month with ads.
How Much Can You Really Save With a Bundle?
The Disney bundles are about half the price of separate subscriptions added together.
And if you have Verizon?
Thats because that bundle is $10/month while basic Netflix is $7.99.
So the savings often will depend on your usage habits.
Dont sign up for something just to get a deal if its of no use to you.
Once youve listed all the streaming services you currently pay for, take a closer look at them.
How often are you actually using some of them?
Do you have an account only because it has one or two comfort shows youve already seen?
It might be time to cancel.
Dont forget about sharing plans with family and friends, too.
Also take advantage of free trials whenever possible.
you might also check out our list offree TV appsor see if yourlibraryoffers streaming services through your library card.
Both can get you some extra TV options for no cost.
Also, dont forget about free trials and auto renewals.
Cancel anything you arent going to use.
The biggest pitfall is phantom subscriptions, or stuff you forgot you signed up for.
That also means youre paying for something you dont use.
Is a Streaming Bundle Right for You?
Whether or not you should be bundling depends on your TV-watching habits.
Then, do a little math and compare.
You could be overpaying for all this entertainment and not even know it.
