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Netflix pricing (2026)
Netflix starts at $8.99/mo (Standard with Ads), across 3 plans. Best for Largest original content library. Every figure links to Netflix's own page and the date we captured it.
At a glance
- Entry price: $8.99/mo (Standard with Ads)
- Free tier: No
- Compliance: HIPAA — · SOC 2 — · GDPR —
- Best for: Largest original content library; Mobile gaming without extra subscription; Households needing multiple simultaneous streams; 4K HDR viewers (Premium tier)
Netflix plans & pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Billing | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard with Ads | $8.99 | — | flat | Ad-supported tier, 1080p Full HD, up to 2 simultaneous streams. Extra member add-on $7.99/mo. Price raised from $7.99 in March 2026. | dealnews.com |
| Standard | $19.99 | — | flat | Ad-free, 1080p Full HD, up to 2 simultaneous streams, downloads. One extra-member slot at $9.99/mo. Price raised from $17.99 in March 2026. | dealnews.com |
| Premium | $26.99 | — | flat | Ad-free, 4K Ultra HD + HDR, up to 4 simultaneous streams, downloads on 6 devices, spatial audio. Two extra-member slots at $9.99/mo each. Price raised from $24.99 in March 2026. | dealnews.com |
Last verified 2026-06-13. https://help.netflix.com/en/node/24926 (official help page geolocated to EUR pricing, so US figures corroborated via dealnews.com and cbsnews.com March 2026 price-increase coverage) Cross-checked against cbsnews.com.
Capabilities
Integrations: Verizon bundle (Netflix + Max ~$10/mo), T-Mobile Magenta MAX (Netflix included), Xfinity StreamSaver bundle, Comcast Xfinity (in-app access).
Key features: 4K Ultra HD + HDR + Dolby Vision (Premium only); Spatial audio on 700+ titles (Premium only); Netflix Games — 100+ ad-free mobile games included at no extra cost; Smart Downloads — auto-deletes watched episodes, queues next; Offline downloads on Standard and Premium tiers; Parental controls with PIN protection and content maturity ratings; Up to 5 user profiles per account.
Plan limits: Standard with Ads: 2 simultaneous streams, 1080p max, downloads on 2 devices; Standard: 2 simultaneous streams, 1080p max, downloads on 2 devices; Premium: 4 simultaneous streams, 4K+HDR, downloads on 6 devices; Extra member add-on required for out-of-household profiles ($7.99–$9.99/mo); Up to 5 profiles per account.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Netflix cost?
Netflix starts at $8.99/mo (Standard with Ads); it has 3 published plans. Verified 2026-06-13.
What are cheaper alternatives to Netflix?
Cheaper streaming video than Netflix (entry $8.99/mo) include Peacock at $7.99/mo. Verified 2026-06-13.
Does Netflix support HIPAA?
Netflix HIPAA support: —. SOC 2: —. GDPR: —.
Does Netflix have a free plan?
Netflix free tier: No.
Netflix vs alternatives
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Cheaper streaming video alternatives
- Peacock from $7.99/mo