You cannot access HBO Max through Disney Plus — they are separate services

Disney Plus and HBO Max are owned by different companies and do not share a login or content library. If you want to watch HBO Max shows and movies, you need a separate HBO Max subscription. There is no way to bundle them into one app or use your Disney Plus password to unlock HBO Max content.

What you may have heard about is The Disney Bundle, which combines Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN+ into one discounted package. HBO Max is not part of this bundle. If you already subscribe to Disney Plus, adding HBO Max means paying for a second service.

Key Takeaways

  • Disney Plus and HBO Max are completely separate services with different owners, so you cannot access one through the other.
  • The Disney Bundle combines Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN+ at a discount, but does not include HBO Max.
  • To watch HBO Max content, you must sign up for and pay for HBO Max as a standalone subscription.
  • Both services offer free trial periods, so you can test each one before committing to a monthly payment.

What The Disney Bundle actually includes

The Disney Bundle packages three Disney-owned services: Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN+. You can choose between a bundle with ads or an ad-free bundle, and the ad-free version costs more per month. This bundle does not include HBO Max under any circumstance.

If you already pay for Disney Plus separately, switching to the bundle usually saves money if you were planning to add Hulu or ESPN+ anyway. But if you want HBO Max, the bundle does not reduce that cost — you still need to pay for HBO Max on top of whatever bundle option you choose.

How to sign up for HBO Max separately

HBO Max is owned by Warner Bros. Discovery and operates independently from Disney. You sign up for it on the HBO Max website or through the HBO Max app on your phone, tablet, or streaming device. You will need a separate email address and password from your Disney Plus account.

HBO Max offers a monthly subscription. Some people also get HBO Max through their cable or internet provider if they already pay for HBO as a channel — check your provider's app or website to see if you can add it that way. Pricing varies depending on whether you choose the ad-supported or ad-free version.

Watching both services on the same device

You can install both the Disney Plus app and the HBO Max app on the same phone, tablet, smart TV, or streaming device. They are separate apps, so you will switch between them to watch different content. This is the closest you can get to having them in one place.

If you use a smart TV or streaming device like Roku, Apple TV, or Amazon Fire Stick, both apps are usually available in the app store. read each one, sign in with the correct account for each service, and you can toggle between them without unplugging anything.

Why they are not bundled together

Disney Plus is owned by The Walt Disney Company. HBO Max is owned by Warner Bros. Discovery. These are separate corporations with different content libraries and business models. Neither company has agreed to bundle their service with the other, so there is no official package that combines them.

This is unlikely to change in the near future. The streaming industry is built on competing services, each trying to attract subscribers to their own platform. Bundling with a competitor would reduce each company's incentive to sign up new customers.

Comparing the cost of both services

The cost of each service depends on which version you choose. Disney Plus offers an ad-supported plan and an ad-free plan. HBO Max also offers both. If you want both services ad-free, you will pay the monthly price of Disney Plus plus the monthly price of HBO Max. Some people find it cheaper to subscribe to one service at a time and rotate between them, though that means you cannot watch both simultaneously.

Both services offer trial periods that let you test them before paying. Check the current pricing on each service's website, since prices change and vary by region. If you are already paying for cable or internet, check whether your provider includes HBO Max or Hulu as part of your package — this can reduce what you need to pay separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my Disney Plus login to watch HBO Max?

No. Disney Plus and HBO Max have completely separate login systems. You must create a separate HBO Max account with its own email and password. Your Disney Plus subscription does not give you any access to HBO Max content.

Is HBO Max included in any Disney bundle?

No. The Disney Bundle includes only Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN+. HBO Max is owned by a different company and is not part of any official Disney package. You must pay for HBO Max separately if you want it.

Can I watch HBO Max on the same TV as Disney Plus?

Yes. You can read both apps on most smart TVs and streaming devices. You will have two separate apps on your home screen, and you can switch between them. You will need to sign into each app with its own account.

What if my cable provider includes HBO?

Some cable and internet providers bundle HBO or HBO Max with their packages. Check your provider's website or app to see if you can access HBO Max through them. If you can, you may not need to pay for a separate HBO Max subscription.

Do I need both services to watch everything?

No. Disney Plus and HBO Max have different content libraries. Disney Plus focuses on Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars content. HBO Max has Warner Bros. films, HBO shows, and other content. Choose based on what you want to watch, not on having everything.