How Much Does Apple TV+ Cost?

Unlike some other major streaming services, Apple TV+ has carved out a niche by focusing on original programming. While viewers won’t find sports or network TV shows, they’ll be treated to big-budget movies and award-winning series they can’t watch anywhere else.

The base Apple TV+ cost is $6.99 per month, making it an affordable option among its many competitors.

As mentioned, the base price of Apple TV+ is just $6.99 per month. For this relatively small monthly fee, viewers gain access to the platform’s full library of original series and movies.

• Stream on to up to six devices at once.

• Watch content in 4K high definition without an additional fee.

• Enjoy ad-free programming.

If you purchase an Apple device (such as an iPhone, iPad or the Apple TV streaming device), you’ll receive a free three-month subscription to Apple TV+. This subscription doesn’t require you to purchase any additional months of service. Also, verified students on an Apple Music Student Plan get Apple TV+ for free.

But note that Apple TV+ is only compatible with Apple devices and select brands of smart TVs. Android users will have to stream content by opening a browser window.

If you’re an existing Apple user, you may be able to save some money by bundling.

Apple One allows you to bundle Apple TV+ and as many as five additional Apple services in one package. Pricing tiers range from $19.95 to $37.95 per month, depending on the number of services provided and number of users on the account.

Apple TV+ allows users to share with as many as five family members. The Apple One bundle allows users to share Apple’s other bundled apps.

Parents can use parental controls to restrict access to content above a particular age rating.

When budgeting, remember that entertainment is a nice-to-have but not essential service. Therefore, it falls into the “30” part of the 50/30/20 budget (50% of income going toward needs, 30% toward wants and 20% toward savings).