Are MagicBands being phased out?


Are MagicBands being phased out? MagicBand+, on the other hand, was introduced in 2022 and is sold side by side with the MagicBand 2 rather than replacing it. While it does feel as though MagicBand 2 will be phased out soon, they are currently still available for purchase on shopDisney.com.


Can I link an old MagicBand to a new ticket?

Roberta, as long as your MagicBand is listed as “active” in the MagicBands section of your My Disney Experience account, it can be used for your new Walt Disney World Resort reservation. MagicBands can be used interchangeably and for multiple vacations.


What can I do with old Disney MagicBands?

Recycle. Disney makes it very easy to recycle your used Magic Bands. Simply go to any front desk or guest relations center and ask them to recycle your used bands. You can also recycle them at home.


Can I use my Iphone instead of a MagicBand?

You can use your phone. Create a Magic Mobile pass within the My Disney Experience app. As long as you're using your phone to only scan in YOURSELF (meaning not you AND the other members of your party), then it should be fine. It might be slower than using a MagicBand, but it still works.


Why are Disney MagicBands so limited?

If you are choosing your MagicBand in your My Disney Experience Account you may see an official notification from Walt Disney World stating that MagicBand availability is currently limited due to supply chain challenges.


What happens when MagicBand battery dies?

However, even if the long-range battery is no longer working, your MagicBand should still work for any Mickey to Mickey touchpoints, such as entrance tapstyles, Lightning Lane entrances, unlocking the door to your Disney Resort Hotel room, or point of sale terminals when charging purchases to your hotel room folio.


Why are MagicBands no longer free?

Disney cited the MagicMobile service as to why they will no longer be offering the complimentary MagicBands. MagicMobile was introduced in March of 2021 as an easier, more contactless way to enter into the parks using your phone.