Head-to-Head Comparison
ESPN+ vs Paramount+
A pragmatic breakdown of pricing, channel lineups, and regional coverage to help you pick the best streaming service.
ESPN+
Paramount+
Monthly Price
$10.99 / mo
$5.99 / mo
Channel Lineup
Stand-alone events platform
Simulcasts local CBS feeds
Cloud DVR
N/A (On Demand Replays)
N/A (Live feed only)
RSN Coverage (Locals)
Carries entire NHL out-of-market library.
Carries local NFL on CBS games.
ESPN+ Advantages
Greatest Strength
Unbeatable depth. UFC, NHL out-of-market, La Liga, Bundesliga, College Football.
Target Audience
NHL fans and UFC fans.
Paramount+ Advantages
Greatest Strength
Champions League soccer, Serie A, and local Sunday NFL games.
Target Audience
NFL fans avoiding antennas, and Champions League fans.
The Final Verdict
ESPN+ is an absolute requirement for hockey fans since it absorbed NHL Center Ice. Paramount+ is a requirement for serious Soccer fans tracking the UEFA Champions League.