All Streaming Services, Including Netflix, Max, Hulu, and Disney+, Raised Prices This Year.

All Streaming Services, Including Netflix, Max, Hulu, and Disney+, Raised Prices This Year.
All Streaming Services, Including Netflix, Max, Hulu, and Disney+, Raised Prices This Year.

Another day, another streaming service raising its prices.

Netflix has announced that it is raising the prices of two of its ad-free plans by several dollars. The basic plan, which was recently phased out, will see its monthly bill go from $9.99 to $11.99, while the premium plan is increasing from $19.99 to $22.99.

Netflix has decided to keep its cheaper, ad-supported tier at $6.99 per month and its standard ad-free plan at $15.49 per month as it aims to improve profitability, according to CNBC reports.

The biggest names in streaming have increased their prices in 2023, following Netflix's official price hikes.

The cost of having ad-free subscriptions to Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, Max, and Prime Video was $50 per month when they first launched, but now it costs more than $80 per month at their current rates, which is an increase of over 60%.

These are the streaming price increases that have been rolled out in 2023.

Hulu

Disney raised the monthly cost of Hulu by 20% over the summer, from $14.99 to $17.99. The CEO of Disney, Bob Iger, stated that the objective of increasing the price of ad-free tiers is to encourage customers to opt for ad-supported subscriptions.

Max

In January, HBO Max raised the monthly rate for its ad-free tier from $14.99 to $15.99. When it combined its content library with Discovery+ in May and became Max, it introduced a new, more expensive tier.

The "Max Ultimate Ad Free" subscription tier costs $19.99 monthly and includes more 4K UHD films and shows, the ability to stream on four devices simultaneously, and the option to download 100 movies or episodes for offline viewing.

Disney Plus

In October 2022, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar raised the price of their ad-free tier from $10.99 to $13.99 per month, following a previous price increase of $3 in December 2022. The company also introduced an ad-supported tier last year.

Prime Video

While Amazon Prime offers a free streaming service for its customers ($139 per year or $14.99 per month), you can also subscribe to "Fleabag" and "The Boys" separately for $8.99 per month.

In September, Amazon announced that it will start showing ads on some of its TV shows and movies next year. To watch "The Rings of Power" without ads, customers will have to pay an additional $2.99 per month.

Paramount+ With Showtime

Last month, the "Yellowjackets" streamer raised its price from $9.99 to $11.99, with Paramount CEO Bob Bakish stating that another price increase will occur in 2024 or 2025.

YouTube Premium

In 2023, YouTube's ad-free subscription also experienced a price increase.

In July, the price of the service that offers an ad-free YouTube experience, YouTube Music access, and offline video downloading increased from $11.99 to $13.99 per month.

Sign up for our new newsletter to become smarter and more successful with your money, work, and life.

In this new era of business, some leaders are adapting and innovating by transforming their organizations. Join the CNBC Evolve Global Summit on November 2 to learn strategies for success. Buy your ticket here.

by Nicolas Vega

make-it

David Beckham is happy that social media didn't exist during his soccer career: "There was too much bullying."

David Beckham is happy that social media didn't exist during his soccer career: "There was too much bullying."

Make It
The book on AI, as stated by Bill Gates, is "one of the most important" and it foresees a "hugely destabilizing" effect on jobs.

The book on AI, as stated by Bill Gates, is "one of the most important" and it foresees a "hugely destabilizing" effect on jobs.

Make It
Sociologist with a Harvard education: My top habit for emotional stability

Sociologist with a Harvard education: My top habit for emotional stability

Make It
In job interviews, founders who have hired hundreds often ask the same question: "It demonstrates their thorough research."

In job interviews, founders who have hired hundreds often ask the same question: "It demonstrates their thorough research."

Make It
According to an expert, the best states to raise a family offer a balance of affordability, safety, and quality education. Here are the top 10.

According to an expert, the best states to raise a family offer a balance of affordability, safety, and quality education. Here are the top 10.

Make It
Raising emotionally intelligent kids is 'the single greatest thing we can do as parents', says Stanford psychologist.

Raising emotionally intelligent kids is 'the single greatest thing we can do as parents', says Stanford psychologist.

Make It
According to a 20-year recruiting expert, employers in these four industries are experiencing a high demand for workers.

According to a 20-year recruiting expert, employers in these four industries are experiencing a high demand for workers.

Make It
Achieving the biggest career goal in your 20s and 30s: Insights from a boss who has managed 100 people.

Achieving the biggest career goal in your 20s and 30s: Insights from a boss who has managed 100 people.

Make It
In 2025, Zillow predicts that New York City will be the U.S. housing market with the highest demand, with homes selling for under $230,000.

In 2025, Zillow predicts that New York City will be the U.S. housing market with the highest demand, with homes selling for under $230,000.

Make It
Successful people should avoid the mistake of being overconfident: 'Don't let hubris trip you up'

Successful people should avoid the mistake of being overconfident: 'Don't let hubris trip you up'

Make It
According to Upwork, having empathy can earn you as much as $179 per hour.

According to Upwork, having empathy can earn you as much as $179 per hour.

Make It
The top 15 most expensive U.S. states to retire, with No. 1 needing at least $2 million in savings.

The top 15 most expensive U.S. states to retire, with No. 1 needing at least $2 million in savings.

Make It
Over 1,000 kids have worked with me, and I've found that those with high emotional intelligence use these 6 phrases.

Over 1,000 kids have worked with me, and I've found that those with high emotional intelligence use these 6 phrases.

Make It
Taking public transit instead of driving can lead to more steps and potentially improve health, says Al Roker.

Taking public transit instead of driving can lead to more steps and potentially improve health, says Al Roker.

Make It
Psychiatrist warns that parents who commit this common error are fostering "mentally weak children": "You are undermining their self-esteem by taking it away."

Psychiatrist warns that parents who commit this common error are fostering "mentally weak children": "You are undermining their self-esteem by taking it away."

Make It
Here in Switzerland, the safety level is vastly different from America

Here in Switzerland, the safety level is vastly different from America

Make It
A 44-year-old who relocated from the U.S. to Spain reports experiencing "longer work hours" and "less energy."

A 44-year-old who relocated from the U.S. to Spain reports experiencing "longer work hours" and "less energy."

Make It
With a $1.8B startup sale, he became wealthy, but now he wants to give back half his net worth: "The American Dream isn't just about accumulating wealth."

With a $1.8B startup sale, he became wealthy, but now he wants to give back half his net worth: "The American Dream isn't just about accumulating wealth."

Make It
Mark Cuban: Starting a business with nothing can lead to becoming a millionaire.

Mark Cuban: Starting a business with nothing can lead to becoming a millionaire.

Make It
Apple CEO Tim Cook reveals he has no plans to retire in the traditional sense, stating that he will always want to work.

Apple CEO Tim Cook reveals he has no plans to retire in the traditional sense, stating that he will always want to work.

Make It

You might also like