Sky brings Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max and Hayu together - is the £24 bundle worth it?

Sky has announced a world‑first TV bundle that puts four of the biggest streaming services, Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max and Hayu, into one single Sky TV subscription. The move starts rolling out from March 2026, with full access to all services by July. Sky says it will give viewers “everything in one place”, making it easier to watch their favourite shows side by side.

The starting price for new customers will be £24 a month for Sky Ultimate TV, which includes around 130 Sky channels, Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and Hayu.

But while the deal may sound like a streaming fan’s dream, there are pros and cons to weigh up.

What the new Sky bundle includes  

Here’s what the bundle includes and when each service gets added to the new Sky bundle.  

From March 

• Disney+ Standard with Ads will start rolling out in March. 

• A selection of Hayu shows (including Below Deck and Real Housewives) will appear on Sky from March. Full service arrives in July.  

From 26 March 

• HBO Max Basic with Ads launches in the UK and Ireland on 26 March 2026 and will be included immediately. This is expected to cost £4.99 per month.  

From July 

• Full Hayu library becomes available in July.  

What’s already included 

• Netflix Standard with Ads remains part of Sky Ultimate TV. 

• Sky Originals and over 130 channels, such as Sky Comedy and Sky Documentaries are already part of the Ultimate TV package.

How much does the Sky bundle cost? 

Here’s how much the new bundle will set you back.  

Sky Ultimate TV’s new bundle – for new customers  

Sky’s new bundle will cost £24 a month on a 24‑month minimum term contract starting 1st April. They can put the prices up mid-contract and you can’t cancel if the price goes up.  

How much would these platforms cost separately?  

Based on current prices:  

• Disney+ Standard with Ads: £5.99 

• Netflix Standard with Ads: £5.99 

• HBO Max Basic with Ads: £4.99 (expected)  

• Hayu: £5.99 

Total: £22.96 a month before adding any Sky channels.  

Sky says its £24 bundle gives you all of the above plus Sky channels for just a few pence more than buying the streamers separately.  

Sky’s current TV packages include:  

• Sky Essential TV – costs £15 per month, includes around 100 channels and Netflix; typically a 24-month contract  

• Sky Ultimate TV – costs £22 per month, includes around 130 channels and Netflix; typically a 24-month contract  

The Ultimate TV package includes extra channels like Sky Max, Sky Comedy, Sky Witness, and Sky Crime among others. Both packages also include Sky Atlantic which includes popular shows like Succession and House of the Dragon.  

How do you get the new bundle if you’re an existing Sky customer?  

The streaming apps are baked in and show up in your Sky menu as they launch for the most part. But, depending on your package, you might need to upgrade to get all of the platforms. Here’s a bit more info depending on your subscription.  

• If you have Sky Stream or Sky Glass (with Sky Ultimate TV) - You’ll get Disney+ Standard with Ads, HBO Max Basic with Ads, Hayu, plus the channels and Netflix you already have automatically added.  

• If you have Sky Q with packages like Sky Signature and Sky Entertainment – you'll get Disney +, HBO Max, and Hayu content added.  

• If you have Sky Q with Sky Ultimate TV – you'll get Disney+, HBO Max, and Hayu content added plus Netflix.  

• If you have NOW Entertainment – HBO Max Basic with Ads will be added to your subscription at no extra cost and will be fully integrated into the platform (but you won’t get the rest of the platforms).  

Can you get a Sky Ultimate TV rolling contract?

There is currently the option to get a Sky Ultimate TV rolling contract through Sky Stream. It’s currently on offer for £25 per month, though the usual price is £35 per month; still, the offer price might be a good way to get a taste for the Sky Ultimate TV bundle without committing to the 24-month contract at the outset.

Can Sky TV put their prices up mid-contract?  

It’s worth keeping in mind this new Sky bundle can go up in price mid-contract. In fact, Sky’s TV contracts usually allow price increases of up to 10% or the rate of inflation each year after the first 60 days.  

And if Sky chooses to raise the price, you can’t leave penalty free, as these price rises are something you agree to when you take out the product. This is despite the pounds and pence Ofcom rules that came into power last year; Sky’s streaming service is exempt from them.  

What happens if streamers like Netflix and Disney put their price up? Will Sky pass on the cost?

Sky can choose to pass on the cost if third-party platforms like Netflix and Disney increase their subscription costs. Sky’s terms and conditions state they reserve the right to put up the cost of your subscription if third-party providers charge them more, but you’ll be given 31 days’ notice before this happens.

What if you already have Netflix or Disney+?

If you already have Netflix or Disney+, you can transfer your profile, including viewing history and recommendations. Your profile is linked to Sky and Sky “bills” you for your services, but you don’t lose your log-in.

So… is it actually good value? 

Let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons to help you decide.  

The good bits 

• If you subscribed to the four platforms separately, you’d pay around £23 per month; with the Sky offer, you pay £24 per month, but you also get access to 130 Sky TV channels (so those essentially cost you a quid).  

• The rolling contract offer is currently set at £25 per month via Sky Stream which can be a good way to see if you like the setup of the platform.  

• It’s a great choice if you want everything in one place; no need to flick between different platforms, everything is fully integrated, including your top picks which will include choices from all platforms in one place.  

• Billing all happens in one place too, which means you don’t have to keep track of multiple subscriptions and bills.  

The drawbacks 

• You’re tied into a 24‑month contract, so you lose the flexibility of cancelling apps monthly which is one of the benefits of streaming.  

• You may end up paying for services you don’t use, and you can’t drop individual apps to save money.  

• All included tiers are ad‑supported, so you’ll have to pay more if you want ad‑free viewing.  

• Sky can (and probably will) put the price up mid-contract, which means you’ll likely pay more than £24 per month eventually.  

• Lots of people already get platforms like Disney+ for free through their phone contracts or bank accounts, so may not be a great deal for everyone.  

Do you actually save any money with the new Sky bundle?

If you love all these streaming platforms and Sky and have no plans to cancel them in the next two years, then you do actually save money. You’re essentially paying a quid more than you would if you took them out individually, but you also get 130 Sky channels and the integrated platform experience.

Sky’s current Ultimate TV package is £22 where you get Netflix with ads and the 130 Sky channels. Take away Netflix with ads (£5.99), and the “value” of those 130 Sky channels is then around £16 (this is a rough estimate, there’s other benefits to bundling and extra perks, but we’re talking back-of-the-envelope calculations here). So, in a sense, you’re getting that value for £1 a month. Whether these channels are worth £16 (or £1) to you specifically is a very individual decision.

Sky’s new bundle – is it worth it?

Sky’s new bundle is a good deal for people who already subscribe to several platforms and want them all in one place. At £24 a month, it’s nearly the same as buying the four streaming services individually, but you also get 130 Sky channels included. You don’t get add-ons like Sky Cinema or Sports, though – those are extra. But, everything is managed for you and you get that integrated experience of flicking between all your favourite shows without having to swap platforms.

That said, it’s really only “worth it” if you were planning on subscribing to these services anyway; otherwise, you end up paying for stuff you don’t need, and you might as well just take out individual subscriptions.

If you value flexibility, and the option to dip in and out of services for specific shows, this is a no go too. With a 24-month commitment, you’re “stuck” with streaming services you probably won’t want to watch for months on end. Plus, your £24/month deal isn’t protected for the full 24 months. Sky can (and probably will) increase prices mid-contract and you can’t leave easily.

So, key takeaway – if your household loves these streaming services and watches Sky channels frequently and you don’t plan on cancelling them once you’ve got them, then the £24 a month might be a good deal, but if not, then individual subscriptions might be better.