ESPN Select Overview: What’s Included

ESPN Select (formerly ESPN+) is the basic plan available from the standalone streaming service from ESPN. This plan includes access to UFC live streaming and MLB, NHL, and Major League Soccer games, as well as documentaries and some original programming.

Here’s everything you need to know about ESPN Select and how to get started with the ESPN service.

What Does ESPN Select Get You?

With ESPN Select, you have access to an impressive array of mainstream and eclectic sports content.

Watch live Major League Baseball, National Hockey League, and Major League soccer games, as well as some college sports, PGA golf, boxing, and tennis matches.

UFC fan get access to special events, exclusive matches, and pay-per-view events that aren’t accessible anywhere else.

Fans of less mainstream sports can enjoy rugby, cricket, games from the Canadian Football League, and other international sports.

Aside from live games and matches, access:

• Written articles
• Sports podcasts
• News
• Score updates
• Fantasy football information
• Original programming
• Condensed versions of ESPN’s SportsCenter recap
• NFL Prime Time series
• A library of documentaries
• Other on-demand content

How Much Does ESPN Select Cost?

ESPN Select costs $12.99 per month or $129.99 per year.

It’s also included in a basic bundle with Hulu and Disney+ for $19.99 per month (all with ads), as well as in a premium bundle for $29.99 per month (Disney+ and Hulu without ads).

If you’re a sports fan, paying around $130 per year to access such a wide swath of sporting content just might be worth it. If you’re a UFC fan, it’s almost a no-brainer.

While ESPN Select won’t fulfill all your sporting needs, with no NFL or NBA games, it’s an excellent add-on to your sporting media options.

How Can You Access ESPN Select?

Access ESPN Select on a mobile device by downloading the ESPN app for iOS or Android, and then upgrading to ESPN Select as an in-app purchase.

For viewing on a TV or computer, get ESPN Select (formerly ESPN+) via the ESPN app or channel on a Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV streaming device, or a Samsung Smart TV.

Or, watch in a web browser, on an Xbox, PlayStation, and more.

There’s no need for a cable subscription to sign up for ESPN Select, but real sports fans might not want to completely sever the cord just yet, as ESPN Select doesn’t allow access to NBA or NFL games or marquee events on other channels.

How to Sign Up for ESPN Select

Here’s a look at the ESPN Select signup process.

1. Open the ESPN Select website and select Get ESPN, or choose Get Bundle if you also want Hulu and Disney+.

2. To start the new account creation process, enter an email address into the form and press Continue.

   If you already have a Disney or ESPN account, sign in with those credentials. If you chose the Disney Bundle option in the previous step, you’ll be taken to the Disney+ website to complete the signup process.

3. Enter your name and create a password, then press Agree & Continue.

4. Next enter the code ESPN sent to your email to confirm your identity and click Continue.

   This code should come from Disney Account Member Services. You have 15 minutes to finish this step or the code will expire and you’ll need to restart.

5. Pick a plan and choose a payment method (credit card or PayPal). Press Agree & Subscribe when you’re finished.

6. Your ESPN Select account is now active. Start watching immediately on the main ESPN website, or download the appropriate app for your phone or streaming device.