With a vast library of TV shows, movies, and original programming, Netflix is one of our picks for the best streaming services you can sign up for.But like its competitors, the price of Netflix varies depending on which subscription tier and features you choose.
Netflix pricing starts at $7 a month, but following a Netflix price hike in October 2023, you now have to pay $23 a month to get the best video quality without ads.And due to Netflix’s recent crackdown on password sharing , it now costs an additional $8 a month to add an extra user to your account in the US.The fee will only apply to users who live outside of an account holder’s household.
To help you decide which Netflix plan is right for you, we’ve put together a guide detailing how much Netflix charges for each of its membership tiers, along with details on each plan’s features.
Advertisement How much Netflix costs a month In the US, Netflix currently offers three streaming plans: Standard with Ads, Standard, and Premium, ranging from $7 to $23 monthly.
It also costs more to add another user to a subscription plan.Standard and Premium subscriptions are the only plans that offer extra member additions.
Standard allows one extra member slot for $8 a month.Premium offers up to two extra member slots for $8 each monthly.
Here’s a breakdown of Netflix prices for each plan.
Subscription plan
Monthly price
With $7.99 monthly charge for an extra member
Streaming quality
Simultaneous streams
Access to content
Download support
Standard with Ads
$6.99
N/A
Up to 1080p/Full HD
Two
Due to licensing restrictions, some titles are inaccessible
Not included
Standard
$15.49
$23.48 for one extra member
Up to 1080p/Full HD
Two
Every Netflix title
Two devices at a time
Premium
$22.99
$30.98 for one extra member
$38.97 for two extra members
Up to 4K Ultra HD with HDR and Dolby Atmos
Four
Every Netflix title
Six devices at a time
Quick tip: If you’re interested in other streaming options, check out our guides to the best music streaming services and the top services to watch free movies online .And if you need a new media player to access your favorite services with, check out our guide to the best streaming devices .
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