From captivating series to blockbuster movies, Netflix presents a world of entertainment at your fingertips. But how much should you expect to pay for this privilege? Offering four distinct subscription plans, Netflix UK caters to a wide range of viewers. This comprehensive guide unpacks the distinctive features and individual pricing of each plan to help you choose the right subscription for your needs.
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In the constantly evolving world of digital streaming services, Netflix continues to maintain a strong position. And with quite a few pricing options, we thought it would be handy to know exactly what the Netflix prices are.
Despite competition from other major players like Disney+, Now, and Apple TV+, Netflix has held its own, largely because of an extensive library of original and acquired content.
With major recent shows in the UK, such as Baby Reindeer, The Gentlemen and RIPLEY making waves, alongside original attention-grabbing films like Rebel Moon, Red Notice, Don’t Look Up, and All Quiet on the Western Front, Netflix provides a large range of entertainment options. And that’s not even including the games on there!
Netflix’s pricing structure
Way back in November 2022, Netflix moved into the ad-supported space for the first time and launched its Basic with Ads option. However, last year’s crackdown by Netflix on password sharing across the UK and Ireland has raised curiosity about the available subscription options.
Here’s a detailed overview of Netflix’s pricing structure.
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Netflix’s subscription plans & pricing
Netflix currently offers four subscription plans at different prices. Each plan requires a monthly payment.
- Basic with Ads is £4.99 per month: This is an ad-supported tier that allows subscribers to watch on only one device at a time with no options for downloads.
- Basic for £7.99 per month: This membership allows subscribers to watch on one device at a time in standard definition. No longer available to new users, so for the old guard!
- Standard (£10.99 per month): With this subscription, viewers can watch in HD and on two devices at a time and download on two devices. You can add one extra member slot to your account for an additional £4.99 per month.
- Premium (£15.99 per month): The premium subscription allows viewers to watch in Ultra HD (where available) and on four devices at a time (download on six devices). You can also add two extra member slots to your account for an additional £4.99 per slot per month.
Users can view or change their payment plan in their account settings under the ‘Change Plan’ option. Netflix sneakily removed the Basic without ads option for new users in July 2023, which largely went under the radar.
How does it compare to others?
| Subscription service | Cost per month |
|---|---|
| Netflix | £4.99 with ads, then £10.99 standard or £17.99 Premium |
| Amazon Prime Video | £5.99 with ads, £8.98 without (Video only) |
| Apple TV+ | £8.99 |
| Disney+ | £4.99 with ads, or £7.99 standard or £10.99 Premium |
| Now | £9.99 for Entertainment |
| Paramount+ | £6.99 |
What is Netflix?
Netflix is a video streaming service which means you can watch TV shows and movies without having to download them, as long as you have an internet connection. The platform uses a monthly subscription model, offering access to its vast library of content.
The benefit is ad-free access to numerous TV series and films, but the content can be taken away at any time since subscribers don’t actually own what they’re watching.
Netflix often releases entire TV series all at once, allowing subscribers to watch at their own pace. Let’s face it, we’re all guilty of binge-watching entire series in one sitting!
Ad-Supported Netflix
On 3 November 2022, Netflix UK & Ireland introduced an ad-supported, lower-priced tier, marking the first time the platform has entered the ad-supported space.
This is £4.99 per month, and shows you around four minutes of adverts per hour.
How to Cancel Netflix Subscription?
You can just as easily cancel your Netflix subscription by following these steps:
- Sign in to your Netflix account.
- Click on your profile photo in the top-right corner and select ‘Account’.
- Navigate to the ‘Membership & Billing’ section and click ‘Cancel Membership’.
- Click ‘Finish Cancellation’ to confirm.
Remember, you can resume your Netflix membership at any time, and your viewing preferences will be saved for 10 months.
Netflix continues to be a formidable platform in providing diverse entertainment options. Always remember to choose the subscription plan that best fits your viewing habits and budget.
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