Can I use my phone instead of MagicBand?


Can I use my phone instead of 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.


Should you turn your MagicBand off?

The battery can last an estimated 1 to 3 days, but it is recommended to charge the band overnight for the most optimal usage. To conserve your band's battery life, simply turn it off—then easily power it back on when you want to access all its features.


How many years do MagicBands last?

It is perfectly acceptable to reuse an old MagicBand on your next trip. The official word from Walt Disney World is that the battery life of a band is expected to be about 2 years. However, I personally have older ones that are still going strong! So, bring your MagicBands and try it!


How many times can you use a Disney MagicBand?

Can I reuse my MagicBand+, MagicBand or Key to the World card the next time I visit Walt Disney World Resort? A: Yes. If you have a MagicBand+, MagicBand or card that you like, and it is in working condition, you can continue to use it when you return to Walt Disney World Resort.


Does everyone in your party need a MagicBand at Disney?

The person who has DAS goes first. Then everyone else can scan in after them. If some party members do not have a MagicBand, they can still use their phone or a park ticket to redeem it. MagicBand+ is simply another option.


Do I really need Disney MagicBands?

While you don't need a Magic Band at Disney World, it can help make your vacation MUCH easier. Read on to learn everything you need to know to decide if it's worth it to buy one for your trip!


How many hours do MagicBands last?

MagicBand+, introduced in 2022, has a rechargeable battery and comes with a charging cable. Battery life is estimated to last 1 to 3 days between charges. It is recommended that you charge your band each night during your vacation.


What happens if 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.


Can I use my Apple Watch instead of a Disney band?

Yes you can. But if your daughter is on your MDE I believe only 1 can be set to “express mode” where you don't have to pull it up first. You can just tap in like a MB. Just click on the Magic Mobile tab in your profile to set it up.