In addition to Netflix & Co., the streaming services Joyn, MagentaTV and Rakuten TV are known to many people. Find out what they have to offer here.
- The streaming services Joyn , MagentaTV and Rakuten TV are becoming increasingly popular.
- They offer many unique advantages compared to the well-known platforms such as Netflix .
- You can find all information about subscription prices, content and much more in this article.
Would you like to try something new in addition to the established streaming services such as Netflix *, Sky * and Prime Video *? No problem, because the candidates mentioned are far from the only platforms on the streaming market. In truth, three names in particular are getting into the spotlight: Joyn , MagentaTV and Rakuten TV .
But what do the streaming services have to offer and what do they cost? We have summarized the most important information for you:
Joyn - content and prices at a glance
Joyn is still a newcomer to the streaming market because the platform of the ProSiebenSat.1 group only went online in 2019. The offer is very diverse, because on Joyn itself users can access countless films and series free of charge and mostly without registration . At the same time, it is possible to switch to the live program of more than 60 TV channels via the app or the browser version.
By the way, Joyn is not to be confused with Joyn Plus +: While visitors can access the former platform and its content without registration, Joyn Plus + is a streaming service that is subject to a fee.
How much does a Joyn subscription cost? You can easily create a free account on Joyn's website or start streaming without signing up. On the other hand, if you want to access the wider range of the paid streaming service Joyn Plus +, you pay 6.99 euros per month. Those who are unsure can test Joyn Plus + free of charge for a month.
What content does Joyn offer? On Joyn, visitors can tune into the program of countless TV channels live. At the same time, a large number of free series and films can be called up at any time, such as the hit "Grey's Anatomy" * or the reality TV series "Celebrities under Palms". Those who have a Joyn Plus + subscription, on the other hand, have access to over 40,000 content, including several Joyn Originals and six pay-TV channels. Films and series that are offered there include "The Handmaid's Tale", "Vikings" *, "What We Do In The Shadows" and "Angry Birds - Der Film".
How can I cancel a subscription to Joyn Plus +? You can close your subscription to Joyn Plus + every month via the website. If, for example, you no longer need your account in June 2020, you must have terminated promptly by the end of May at the latest.
What is the relationship between Maxdome and Joyn? Maxdome is a separate streaming service from the ProSiebenSat.1 Group. However, it will be completely discontinued in summer 2020 * and the content of Maxdome will largely go to Joyn. The same does not have to apply to the account of Maxdome customers: Although migration to Joyn should take place automatically, Maxdome users may soon be asked to create a new account independently.
MagentaTV - content and prices at a glance
MagentaTV is an offer from Telekom , but can also be used by customers of other providers. In addition to access to around 100 different TV channels , users have the option of accessing an extensive streaming offer with exclusive content. Telekom DSL customers use the media receiver for this , while customers of other Internet providers can use the extensive range, for example using the MagentaTV Stick .
How much does it cost to use MagentaTV? The costs vary considerably, depending on whether you are already a Telekom customer or not. As a customer, you pay, for example, 5 euros per month for the offer, including 4.94 euros per month for the necessary media receiver. In return, you get access to around 100 channels as well as the media library with content that can be called up at any time. Non-customers can buy the MagentaTV Stick for 69.99 euros. After three months, however, you pay 7.95 euros per month for over 50 channels and access to the media library. The same applies if you download the MagentaTV app. In this case, however, you will already pay EUR 7.95 for every additional month after four weeks. If you have the stick or the receiver, you can take advantage of additional offers for Netflix, Prime Video or Disney + access.
What content does MagentaTV offer? In addition to the countless TV channels, you can access a variety of exclusive content in the so-called "Megathek". You will also find ARD and ZDF contributions as well as countless international films and series such as "The Walking Dead" * or "Hawaii Five-0" *.
How and when can I cancel MagentaTV? A contract with a receiver is valid for 24 months. If you use the app or the stick, you can cancel MagentaTV every month.
Find out more : Netflix, Prime Video and Sky - everything you need to know about the streaming services.
Rakuten TV - content and prices at a glance
The Rakuten TV streaming service has a functional principle that is not comparable to Netflix, Joyn or MagentaTV. All content offered must be paid for individually there - similar to Prime Video . Whoever registers there does not have to pay a fixed monthly price.
In comparison to the services already mentioned, Rakuten TV does not offer access to TV channels. Instead, films and series can be found there at any time.
How much do the films and series cost at Rakuten TV? The prices of films and series vary depending on whether you want to rent or buy content. If you decide to borrow, you usually pay less (usually between 2 and 5 euros). However, you can only access the loaned series or film for a few hours. Those who buy content usually have to pay more than 10 euros. You can access the purchased production at any time via your Rakuten account. Incidentally, creating an account is free of charge. The streaming service also offers a variety of content free of charge *.
What content does Rakuten TV offer? The streaming service offers a large number of German and international films and series. Films often go to Rakuten TV shortly after they are shown in the cinema. As a rule, however, these are more expensive than older productions.
How can I delete a Rakuten account? You can easily delete your account at any time in your profile settings.
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