Do you need a MagicBand for your trip to Disney World?

Now that you’ve reserved your Walt Disney World vacation, you’re organizing your packing.

You’ve probably heard about a MagicBand, but if you’ve never heard of it, you’re probably wondering what it is and whether you need it for your trip.

Let’s examine the definition of a MagicBand and its necessity.

What is a Disney MagicBand?

Actually, the MagicBand is no longer under production; instead, the third iteration, the MagicBand+, has already been released. The MagicBand was first released in 2013, followed by the MagicBand 2 in 2016, and as of 2022, MagicBand+.

Disney claims that the MagicBand+’s dynamic effects and gesture recognition make it the greatest way to experience next-level enchantment.

The MagicBand is essentially a waterproof, watch-like band that allows you to experience more of the magic within Disney Parks. In addition, it eliminates the need to pull out your wallet or phone each time you enter the park, ride a ride, check into a hotel, or make a purchase at Disney.

MagicBand+ Features

Inside Disney Parks, interactive MagicBand+ experiences

• Star Wars: Batuu Bounty Hunters interactive quest

  , which lets you be a bounty hunter at Star Wars: Galaxy s Edge
  

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  Enchanting interactions with the

  Disney Fab 50 Characters

  golden character sculptures spread throughout the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks
  

Benefits that make it unnecessary to take out your wallet

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  You can use the MagicBand+ to enter theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort
  
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  Check in at

  Lightning Lane

  entrances
  

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  Link Disney PhotoPass photos to your MyDisney account
  
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  At Walt Disney World Resort hotels, you can also unlock your Disney Resort hotel room with a single tap
  
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  Yoy can use your MagicBand+ to charge food and merchandise purchases to the payment card on file at your Disney Resort hotel room during your stay
  

Whether your band is charged or not, you may always use your MagicBand+ to enter the parks, access Lightning Lane books, and enter your hotel room. Your band must be charged in order to access the immersive experiences.

MagicBand+ Cost

The basic designs of the MagicBand+ start at $35, while limited-time designs cost $55. The Disney Store doesn’t seem to resupply these, so if you see a limited edition release, you’ll want to grab it before it sells out. The adorable Winnie the Pooh MagicBand+ that my niece purchased is no longer available.

My boyfriend decided not to acquire a band during my most recent visit. My sister received a simple black MagicBand+ ($35), whereas I purchased the StitchMagicBand+ ($45).

MagicBand+ Discount

You don’t have to buy your MagicBand at full price!

You can get your MagicBand+ discount by logging into your My Disney Experience app if you have a confirmed reservation at Walt Disney World. Depending on the type, guests with valid reservations can purchase a MagicBand+ for $25 to $45, saving $10.

Can I use an old MagicBand?

It’s okay to utilize your previous MagicBand. The band will continue to function for park entry, Lightning Lane access, and hotel entry as long as it is still linked to your My Disney Experience account and in good operating order.

The MagicBand+ resembles the MagicBand 2 and is more watch-like in size than the original MagicBand, which looked more like a thin Fitbit.

What at the differences between MagicBand and MagicBand+?

The interactive capabilities that the MagicBand+ offers at the parks are the primary distinction between the original MagicBand and the more recent model.

The interactive features include gaming aspects when playing the Bounty Hunting adventure in Galaxy’s Edge and lighting up and vibrating during spectacular shows in the Disney Parks.

The MagicBand+ has a more intricate design and is marginally bigger than the original. With new releases on the Disney Store website every month or two, it also has a lot more colors and designs than the first two iterations.

Is a MagicBand+ worth it?

Indeed!

Do you require one? No.

However, it is worth it if you don’t want to constantly take out your phone or wallet in the parks.particularly if you receive a discount. Either by making a reservation at a WDW resort or by taking advantage of the Disney Store’s 25% off sitewide deal.

You may use the band to basically pay for your entire trip, enter the park, access all of your LL reservations, easily attach your Disney Photo Pass, check into your hotel, and interact with the theme parks’ spectacular sculptures and fireworks displays.

Keep your mind that the band is linked to the credit card that is on file at your hotel, and the charge is not on Walt and Mickey. At the conclusion of your journey, you will have to pay that bill! When tapping for each purchase, it can be easy to forget how rapidly the total will go up.

The only drawback is that in order to make this last longer, you might need to purchase a small attachment. Additionally, you will need to double up your wristwear while at Disney if you wear an Apple Watch or Fitbit.

Pro Tip: Before your vacation, purchase a set of MagicBand protectors from Amazon. Occasionally, the MagicBand’s design may come loose. On social media, everyone suggests covering their MagicBand with this protection to keep it in place.

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