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Paramount+ pricing (2026)
Paramount+ starts at $8.99/mo (Essential), across 2 plans. Best for NFL and UEFA Champions League fans on a budget. Every figure links to Paramount+'s own page and the date we captured it.
At a glance
- Entry price: $8.99/mo (Essential) · 17% off with annual billing
- Free tier: No
- Compliance: HIPAA — · SOC 2 — · GDPR —
- Best for: NFL and UEFA Champions League fans on a budget; SHOWTIME fans wanting originals integrated; CBS live local channel viewers (cord-cutters); UFC and PGA Tour viewers
Paramount+ plans & pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Billing | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | $8.99 | −17% | flat | Ad-supported, 1080p HD, up to 3 simultaneous streams, full 40,000+ title library, NFL on CBS and UEFA Champions League, UFC Fight Night cards. Annual $89.99/yr. Raised $1 in Jan 2026. | dealnews.com |
| Premium (with SHOWTIME) | $13.99 | −17% | flat | Ad-free on-demand, 4K UHD/HDR10/Dolby Vision, up to 3 streams, full library plus SHOWTIME originals, local live CBS 24/7, offline downloads. Annual $139.99/yr. Raised $1 in Jan 2026. | dealnews.com |
Last verified 2026-06-13. https://www.dealnews.com/features/Paramount-Plus/Cost/ (2026 cost guide listing both tiers with monthly and annual rates; prices reflect the January 15, 2026 increase)
Capabilities
Integrations: Walmart+ membership includes free Essential tier, Amazon Prime Video add-on channel ($8.99+/mo), Apple TV app (add-on channel), Roku Channel (add-on channel), Student/Military discount — 50% off via verification, SHOWTIME originals fully integrated into Premium tier.
Key features: 4K UHD + HDR10 + Dolby Vision (Premium only); 45,000+ title library including CBS, MTV, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, Smithsonian Channel; NFL on CBS including playoff and Super Bowl coverage (both tiers); UEFA Champions League live matches (both tiers); UFC numbered events (Premium exclusive); PGA Tour on CBS (Premium exclusive); SHOWTIME originals fully integrated (Premium only); Live local CBS 24/7 (Premium only); Offline downloads on up to 25 titles — mobile only (Premium only).
Plan limits: Essential: 3 simultaneous streams, 1080p max, ~4–6 min ads/hour, no offline downloads; Premium: 3 simultaneous streams, 4K UHD max, up to 25 offline downloads (mobile only); No standard free trial as of 2026 (occasional promo codes: $0.99 for 2 months).
Frequently asked questions
How much does Paramount+ cost?
Paramount+ starts at $8.99/mo (Essential); it has 2 published plans. Verified 2026-06-13.
Is Paramount+ cheaper billed annually?
Yes. Paramount+ publishes a 17% discount for paying annually (on the Essential plan). Verified 2026-06-13.
What are cheaper alternatives to Paramount+?
Cheaper streaming video than Paramount+ (entry $8.99/mo) include Peacock at $7.99/mo. Verified 2026-06-13.
Does Paramount+ support HIPAA?
Paramount+ HIPAA support: —. SOC 2: —. GDPR: —.
Does Paramount+ have a free plan?
Paramount+ free tier: No.
Paramount+ vs alternatives
Cheaper streaming video alternatives
- Peacock from $7.99/mo