As the saying goes, “you get what you pay for”, but when it comes to choosing a streaming service, that’s not always the case, as you may get the best service for a bargain. But the question is: which one should you get? Netflix or Disney Plus, or the endless list of factors to consider?
Which one will give you more bang for your money? Which one can you share with your squad? Or you can have free trials first? And let’s not forget about using the right credit card to get the most value for your money.
Luckily, MoneySmart has got you covered with a comparison of Netflix, Disney+, hmvod, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video, and HBO GO’s prices, along with their various deals and discounts. Let’s check out what they got!
Top 6 Streaming Platforms: Price and Features Comparison
| Streaming Platforms | Features | Free Trial | Monthly Fees | Special Offers | Account Sharing | Offline Viewing | Highest Quality |
| Netflix | Netflix Original Production | N/A | HK$63 | N/A | Max. 4 screens at once | Yes | 4K |
| Disney+ | Disney Brands: Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar | N/A | HK$73 | Yes | Max. 7 screens at once—10 connected devices. | Yes | 4K |
| hmvod | Hong Kong Classics, European, and US Movies | 1 Month | HK$48 | Yes | Max. 2 screens at once—5 connected devices | Yes | HD |
| Apple TV+ | Production from Steven Spielberg, J.J. Abrams | 7 Days | HK$53 | N/A | Max. 6 screens at once | Yes | 4K |
| Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Originals like “The Boys” | 7 Days | HK$46.7 | N/A | Max. 3 connected devices | Yes | 4K |
| HBO GO | HBO GO Originals like “Westworld” and “Game of Thrones” | N/A | HK$78 | Yes | Max. 2 users at once—5 connected devices. | Yes | HD |
Netflix: Monthly Fee for 4-Person Sharing, Only Needs to Pay as Low as $23.3
Netflix, the big cheese of online video platforms, is the bee’s knees when it comes to the most popular choice. The monthly fee starts at $63, but if you and your family can share an account, you can choose the family plan, which costs as little as HK$23.3 per person. You can share the services on 4 screens at the same time. Do note that the sharing can only be used within a household.
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If you pay your Netfilx or Disney+ monthly subscription fee with a Standard Chartered Smart Card, you can enjoy a 5% cash rebate right away!
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Disney+: Monthly Fee for 7-Person Sharing, $8.7 Per Month
Disney+ delivers a treasure trove of more than 1,200 films and 16,000 programs from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and STAR. What’s more, you can share the access with up to 7 friends, paying as little as HK$8. 7 per person per month.
You can opt for the annual fee of HK$738 (HK$738 / 12 months / 7 users = $8.7 per month), but keep in mind that only 4 devices can be logged in simultaneously. It’s a case of “the more, the merrier”, but just remember to set some ground rules to avoid any streaming conflicts!
hmvod Streaming, with a Large Selection of Hong Kong Movies and Monthly Fees as Low as $39
hmvod can be considered a true video platform for Hong Kong people and is especially suitable for those who enjoy watching Hong Kong movies. hmvod has many telecommunications partnerships, including csl, 1010, 3HK, SmarTone, and China Unicom.
For example, csl and 1010 offer hmvod membership plans, where customers can watch all movies in the “VIP Unlimited” section unlimited times, receive 2 movie vouchers per month, and pay an average monthly fee as low as $34.125. Don’t forget about the limited-time monthly fee discounts that are frequently available.
3HK has launched a 14-month special promotion of hmvod for its mobile service users (first 2 months free, followed by 12 months of contract service), with a monthly fee of only $39, which includes the selection of 3 designated movies per month.
SmarTone has 2 promotion plans: the Standard Plan (no contract required) and the 12-month contract plan. The former can enjoy a free trial for 1 month, followed by a monthly fee of HK$48; the latter can enjoy a free trial for 3 months, followed by a monthly fee of HK$48, with an average monthly fee of HK$36. Both plans can receive 2 hmvod “movie coupons” per month.
China Unicom offers member benefits, those who sign a contract for 24 months can enjoy a $38 discount on monthly fees and 4 hmvod movie vouchers per month. However, it should be noted that members must register for the service in person at any Unicom store.
Note that hmvod’s charging model is quite special. The monthly fee includes “VIP Unlimited” and extra points per month. Points can be redeemed to watch the newly released movies.
The points charged are mostly 25 points for standard definition and 30 points for high definition. Each monthly fee will provide 60 points, which means that you can watch 2 sets of “points” movies per month.
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Apple TV+’s Average Monthly Fee is as Low as $7
In 2019, Apple officially launched its new streaming service, Apple TV+, along with many directors and actors at the master’s level, including multiple original programs. For only HK$53 per month, you can have a family sharing account through the Apple system, which can be used by up to 5 family members. What’s more, by purchasing any iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, iPod touch, or Mac on or after July 1, 2021, and activating the device, you can enjoy a 3-month free trial.
Amazon Prime Video Only Costs $46.7 Per Month
Amazon Prime Video service attracts customers with a steal. The regular price is US$5.99 (roughly HK$46.7) per month, which is cheaper than several other platforms (in the case of a single account).
However, Amazon Prime only got a 7-day free trial period. Another catch is that the number of movies and TV shows that support Chinese subtitles is limited. They mainly provide content from European and American movies, and their original series “The Boys” is a big hit in North America. The popular, long-lived car show “The Grand Tour” is also a reason why many people subscribe to Prime Video.
Watch 5 Live Channels on HBO GO for $78 Per Month
The Oscar Best Picture, “Everything Everywhere All At Once” with Best Actress Winner Michelle Yeoh, Best Supporting Actor Quan Ke Huy, and Supporting Actress Jamie Lee Curtis starring, is available on HBO GO!
Subscribing to the HBO GO monthly plan includes 5 live channels: HBO HD, HBO Hits, HBO Family, HBO Signature, and CINEMAX (no separate subscription is available). Non-Now TV customers can also apply for this service by simply applying for a Now ID online. The $78/month bundle plan that includes HBO GO (also includes a 12-month pass for HK$880) also includes NOW EGG and MOViE MOViE PLAY.
Online Subscription: Monthly Services with Up to 4% Credit Card Cash Back
Regardless of whether you order Netflix or HBO GO, when you subscribe to a streaming service, you should of course use a credit card with a high online shopping cashback rate to earn cash back. The following are the recommended credit cards by MoneySmart:
EarnMORE UnionPay Card 2% Cash Back on Online Shopping Year-round
EarnMORE UnionPay Card offers 2% cash back on spending year-round, which is higher than the market’s basic cash back rate of 0.4% to 1.5%. An additional 1% cash back is available up to a cap of $2,000, which means that the cash back rate is capped at $200,000.
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Does the 2% cash rebate have a cap?
Yes, the 2% cashback of this credit cards is constituted of 1% basic rebate and 1% extra rebate, and you can only earn maximum HK$2,000 cashback, which means only the first HK$200,000 spend is eligible for the 2% cash rebate.
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Citi Cash Back Credit Card 2% Cash Back on Online Shopping
Citi Cash Back Credit Card offers a year-round unlimited 2% cash back on online spending. A 1% cash back is also available for Octopus’s Automatic Add Value Service.
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DBS Live Fresh Credit Card 5% Cash Back on Online Entertainment Spending
By selecting designated expense categories through the DBS Card+ App, such as online entertainment expenses (including but not limited to Netflix), you can earn a 5% cashback.
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HSBC EveryMile Credit Card HK$2/mile
For designated daily spending such as local transportation, coffee shops and light meals, and online entertainment platforms (including Netflix), you can earn 2.5% “RewardCash”, with a mileage exchange rate of $1 “RewardCash” = 20 miles, or HK$2/mile.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Streaming Platforms
Question: Which streaming platforms offer a free trial period?
Amazon Prime Video, hmvod, and Apple TV+ all offer a free trial period. You can try them out for free before deciding whether to subscribe to their streaming video platform plans.
Question: Can using a designated credit card save on Netflix’s monthly expenses?
Using a designated credit card to pay for Netflix’s monthly fees can earn you cash back, including with the Standard Chartered Smart Card, Citi Cash Back credit card, and the EarnMORE UnionPay card. Some applications through MoneySmarts can also enjoy additional welcome rewards!
Free Membership to MoneySmart Plus Enjoy Cash Back Offers
Sign up for free and enjoy up to 12% cash back on purchases at the MoneySmart Store (Steam, Playstation Store, and HKTV Mall e-voucher available!) as well as various exclusive member offers. Register now and receive a welcome cash back of HK$20! Limited quota, first come, first served.
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