Empresas con mayor crecimiento en consumo de streaming durante la pandemia

Explore the streaming platforms that experienced unprecedented growth in consumption and subscribers during the COVID-19 pandemic. We analyze how the global demand for entertainment and escapism propelled these companies to new heights. Discover the strategies and services that capitalized on the shift in user consumption habits, solidifying their position in the digital market. This analysis offers key insights into the impact of the health crisis on the online entertainment industry and the future of content consumption.

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  1. 1

    Pluto TV

    176 Global Votes
    • Saw a 74% increase in news viewership

      (+3)

    Pluto TV experienced significant growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, with double-digit increases in viewing time across connected TVs and mobile devices. Its free ad-supported television model attracted a massive audience seeking accessible entertainment, more than doubling its viewership in less than two years. The platform demonstrated a remarkable ability to capitalize on the surge in demand for streaming content during a period of global lockdowns.

  2. 2

    Disney+

    80 Global Votes
    • Gained a lot in development through the pandemic

      (+4)

    Disney+ demonstrated exceptional growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, surpassing 86.8 million subscribers in just over a year since its launch. Its rapid expansion and the inclusion of popular franchise content boosted its demand, generating over $10 billion in revenue by 2024.

  3. 3

    Netflix

    1 Global Votes
    • Added over 26 million global subscribers in first half of 2020

      (+2)

    Netflix experienced exceptional growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, adding over 26 million global subscribers in the first half of 2020. This significant increase in its user base and a 28% rise in revenue during the same period demonstrate its crucial role in home entertainment during lockdowns.

  4. 4

    Amazon Prime Video

    0 Global Votes
    • Saw an 8.32% revenue increase from Q1 to Q2 2020

      (+1)

    Amazon Prime Video experienced significant growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, driven by increased demand for at-home entertainment. The platform expanded its subscriber base and revenue, with a notable rise in Prime subscription service sales. Its strategy of partnerships with telecom operators and internet providers also contributed to its global expansion and accessibility.

  5. 5

    HBO Max

    0 Global Votes
    • Led the pack with over 300 percent growth in new customers during the pandemic

      (+1)

    HBO Max demonstrated exceptional growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, with over 300 percent growth in new customers between March and June 2020. Its strategic launch and the novelty of the service, coupled with a 42% surge in video use, fueled a rapid expansion of its subscriber base.

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  7. 6

    Hulu

    0 Global Votes
    • Attracted 72.4 million viewers

      (+2)

    Hulu experienced significant subscriber growth during the pandemic, with a 39% year-over-year subscriber increase in the U.S. in 2020, reaching 39 million. Its video-on-demand platform increased subscribers by 4.8% year-on-year, and its live TV service grew 25% year-over-year, demonstrating strong expansion in streaming consumption.

  8. 7

    YouTube

    0 Global Votes
    • Usage grew from 73% to 81% among U.S. adults

      (+3)

    YouTube experienced significant growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, with a 75% increase in news viewership in April 2020 alone. The platform became an essential tool for public health communication and entertainment, seeing a notable rise in COVID-19 related video views and overall global audience growth.

  9. 8

    Twitch

    0 Global Votes
    • Experienced significant increase in popularity from 2020 onwards

    Twitch experienced significant growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, with an initial 30% to 40% increase in concurrently connected users. The platform saw hours watched jump 86% year-over-year, solidifying its position as a leader in the live streaming sector.

  10. 9

    Peacock

    0 Global Votes
    • Subscriber growth accelerated significantly

      (+2)

    Peacock experienced significant growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, adding 9 million new sign-ups in the first three months of 2021, bringing its U.S. member total to 42 million. Its launch strategy during this period, coupled with creating unique release windows, contributed to its rapid expansion in a booming market.

  11. 10

    Paramount+

    0 Global Votes
    • Streaming revenue jumped 92 percent in Q2

      (+4)

    Paramount+ experienced significant growth in streaming consumption during the pandemic, driven by its launch in March 2021 and an aggressive content strategy. The service added nearly 7 million subscribers, capitalizing on the widespread increase in video streaming consumption and the trend of consumers subscribing to multiple platforms.

Frequently asked questions

This ranking evaluates the growth in consumption and subscriber base of streaming companies during the COVID-19 pandemic period, highlighting those that experienced a significant increase in usage.
Growth is determined based on the increase in subscribers and the rise in total minutes of usage reported during the pandemic period, compared to previous years.
This ranking is based on contextual data and market trends in streaming during the pandemic. Direct user voting is not a factor in its compilation.
Subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) platforms and other major streaming services that showed significant growth in their user base and consumption during the pandemic are included.

How we built this ranking and what to consider when choosing

The methodology for this ranking focuses on identifying and highlighting streaming companies that experienced exceptional growth in consumption and subscriber acquisition during the COVID-19 pandemic. The relevance of each platform in the context of a global shift towards digital entertainment is analyzed.

  • The increase in global and region-specific subscriber numbers is considered, such as Disney+'s 250% growth in the U.S. during 2020.
  • The increase in total usage time on platforms is evaluated, such as the doubling of total minutes of usage in the week of March 16, 2020, compared to 2019.
  • Attention is paid to platforms that dominated new subscriber acquisition, such as Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV+, and Disney+.
  • The impact of the pandemic as a catalyst for growth is examined, where lockdown significantly boosted streaming consumption.
  • Companies must have demonstrated significant growth in their subscriber base globally or in key markets during the pandemic period.
  • Priority is given to platforms that experienced a substantial increase in content consumption, measured by total minutes of usage.
  • Streaming services that launched or consolidated their market presence just before or during the pandemic, capitalizing on increased demand, are included.
  • Companies with a prominent presence in the global streaming market, with a robust content offering and a clear expansion strategy, are considered.