Star+ Review
Star+ is an entertainment and sports streaming service in Latin America. The service includes ESPN’s live sports streaming service and TV series and movies from Disney Television Studios, FX, 20th Century Studios, Star Original Productions, National Geographic Original Production.
From dramas to comedies (including all seasons of “The Simpsons”) to adult thrillers, Star+ will also feature exclusive original programming from the general entertainment brand Star, along with a collection of regional original productions from Latin America.
Subscribers can save money by bundling Star+ with Disney+. When you subscribe to both services you can get Disney+ and Star+ for $13.99 / month.
Review
We tested Star+ and other subscription streaming services for more than 100 hours. Star+ is compatible with Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, PlayStation, Xbox, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
Content
Originals
The service offers many originals, including “Y: The Last Man,” “Reservation Dogs,” and “Only Murders in the Building” with Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gómez.
The service will also produce original content from the region, including “Santa Evita” (from Salma Hayek), “No Fue Mi Culpa,” “Los Protectores,” “Máscara Contra Caballero,” “Insânia,” and “El Encargado.”
TV Shows
Star+ offers a wide range of sports through ESPN, including NFL American football, MLS and Serie A football, NBA basketball, NHL hockey, Grand Slam tennis, PGA and The Masters golf, the Tour de France, and SportsCenter. Users will also see ESPN’s 30x30 documentaries.
Beyond sports, you’ll have access to shows like “This is Us,” “The Walking Dead,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Family Guy,” “Bob’s Burgers,” “Futurama,” and the complete library of “The Simpsons.”
Movies
Movie fans will have plenty to watch on Star+. You’ll see blockbusters like “Deadpool,” “Logan,” and “Bohemian Rhapsody.” The service also includes award-winners like “Nomadland.”
Kids
While some animated content like “The Simpsons” may appeal to young viewers, the majority of content for children will be found on Disney+.
Features
Up to 7 Profiles
Star+ allows you to create up to 7 user profiles.
Parental Controls
Star+ has some parental controls to help restrict content.
Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Plus, Peacock, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, and STARZ also have parental control features.
Up to 4 Devices
Star+ allows you to stream on up to 4 devices simultaneously.
No Ads
Ads will appear on live sports programs, but not for movies or TV shows watched on demand.
Offline Downloads
Star+ is one of the most generous streaming services for offline downloads. Star+ subscribers have access to unlimited downloads of shows and movies on the Star+ app to watch offline later, on up to 10 mobile or tablet devices.
There are no limits on the number of times a title can be downloaded annually. The number of downloads available at a given time is based on the storage space available on your device.
International Access
Depending on where you travel to, Star+ will behave differently. If you go to a country that has Star+, you will see the content catalog in that country. If you go to a country that doesn’t have Star+, you will only be able to access shows and movies you’ve already downloaded offline.
Compatible Devices
Star+ is compatible with these devices:
- Amazon Fire TV
- Apple TV
- Google Chromecast
- Android TV
- iPhone/iPad
- Android Phone/Tablet
- Mac
- Windows
- PlayStation
- Xbox
- LG Smart TV
- Samsung Smart TV (AirPlay)
- Sony Smart TV
- VIZIO Smart TV (AirPlay/Google Cast)
Star+ is not compatible with Roku, Nintendo, or onn devices.
Tech Specs
1080p HD
(Up to 4K UHD)
Like other streaming services, most content will be available in HD. Most new release content will be available with up to 4K Ultra HD video playback in Dolby Vision and HDR10.
Some Surround
Stereo/Surround Sound
Most newer content will be available in Dolby Digital 5.1. Some new releases will also be available with Dolby Atmos.